Reflection on the California 2021-2022 Budget Proposal
YMCA Community Support Services is proud to serve San Diego both as a service provider, and leader in advocacy for systems-level change. We look forward to the work ahead with […]
A Letter to YMCA Connections 2020 Staff
Over the past 5 years, the Youth and Family Services Connections 2020 program has supported under-resourced young adults’ transition to self-sufficiency through skill development, subsidized internships, and relationship building. Every […]
Housing our Youth
The Housing Our Youth (HOY) program is an initiative led by the YMCA of San Diego County, the County of San Diego, and six partners/subcontractors throughout San Diego County: San Diego […]
Connections Creative 2021 Showcase
Connections Creative is a creative and social enterprise track for transition-age artists from under-resourced communities across San Diego County. The purpose is to inspire these artists to help identify their […]
Partners in Prevention – Thriving Families Through a Connected Community
Imagine a family able to access services when, where, and how they want them and before crisis. The services are strengths-based, family-centered, trauma-informed and culturally responsive. Through Partners in Prevention, we hope […]
Reflections on the Connections 2020 Program
BY: Nick DeVico Over the past 5 years, the Youth and Family Services Connections 2020 program has supported under-resourced young adults’ transition to self-sufficiency through skill development, subsidized internships, and […]
You might be eligible for up to $5000 cash back in taxes
August 23, 2021GOLDEN STATE STIMULUS FLOWCHART Use this flowchart to determine whether you qualify for the Golden State Stimulus. July 27, 2021DOWNLOAD & SHARE May […]
Enriching the Spirit, Mind, and Body
The beauty of San Diego can’t hide the unfortunate fact that there are too many unsheltered and foster youth throughout the County. To combat this reality, the YMCA has teamed […]
Exercise and Immunity
Washing your hands, not touching your face and disinfecting are all great ways to reduce your risk of getting sick. Something you may be doing already is also a great […]
Support to Become
I was a cuddly, happy kid. I had friends, a Nana that made me scones, and a mum that worked really hard. At the beginning of Grade 6, my final […]