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GOOD KARMA · Community SOULutions A Reason to Survive (ARTS) areasontosurvive.org A creative youth development organization, ARTS is a space of inspiration for the next generation to become innovative, empathetic, and visionary creators whose work and values make the world a better place for all of us. Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation – Discovery Center aguahedionda.org Inspiring people through education and outreach to preserve the Agua Hedionda Lagoon as an accessible and healthy watershed. Assistance League of North Coast alnc.org Providing a positive starting point for academic success, primarily of children, in the communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista. Batiquitos Lagoon Foundation batiquitosfoundation.org Designated a Marine Protected area, and one of the few remaining tidal wetlands on the southern California coast. Beacons, Inc. BeaconsNorthCounty.com Low-ratio postsecondary progress-monitored vocational workshops for individuals with intellectual disabilities with customized curriculum, assistive technology, and collaborative hands-on instruction. (Credentialed instructors). California Center for the Arts Escondido artcenter.org Bringing people together to discover, create and celebrate the visual and performing arts, the California Center for the Arts, Escondido is the cultural center of North County. Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation carlsbadlibraryartsfoundation.org The mission of the Carlsbad Library and Arts Foundation is to seek, cultivate and provide financial support for our library and cultural arts facilities and programs. Girl Scouts San Diego/North Coastal sdgirlscouts.org Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

other major life challenges to reach their greatest potential.

girls, in local communities and throughout the world.

Mana de San Diego manasd.org Developing, nurturing and empowering Latina leaders through Education, Leadership Development, Advocacy and Community Service.

Solutions for Change, Inc. solutionsforchange.org Solutions for Change transforms lives and communities by permanently solving family homelessness. Providing complete and sustainable solutions driven by accountability.

New Village Arts Theatre newvillagearts.org Creating adventurous artistic experiences to awaken the human spirit. Providing a collaborative and inspiring home for performing and visual artists, a forum for laughter, discussion, and deeper thinking within our community, and a training ground for future generations of art-makers and art-lovers. North County Philanthropy Council ncphilanthropy.org North County Philanthropy Council brings nonprofit professionals, volunteers, donors and business together for one purpose – to change lives. Rancho Coastal Humane Society rchumanesociety.org Dedicated to the care of animals and the people who love them. Our private, nonprofit organization rescues, shelters and adopts more than a thousand companion animals annually. The Salvation Army Adult Rehabilitation Center (ARC) sandiegoarc.salvationarmy.org The ARC is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides a free 6-month rehab program to men and women battling drugs and alcohol addiction. The ARC is here to help – regardless of race, religion, gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or any other factor. The Samuel Lawrence Foundation samuellawrencefoundation.org Promoting human interaction in communities and encouraging broader access to science, education, and the arts. San Diego Botanic Garden SDBGarden.org Inspiring people of all ages to connect with plants and nature.

The Elizabeth Hospice elizabethhospice.org The Elizabeth Hospice provides medical, emotional and spiritual support to children and adults faced with the challenges associated with a life-threatening illness.

San Diego Habitat for Humanity ReStore sandiegohabitat.org San Diego Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope. SDHFH is an autonomous, nonprofit organization that is governed and builds locally.

The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank/North County Food Bank northcountyfoodbank.org The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank chapter comprise the largest hunger-relief organization in San Diego County.

The San Diego Women's Foundation sdfoundation.org Educates and inspires women to engage in collective philanthropy, and are catalysts for change, investing in innovative solutions that benefit underserved communities in the San Diego region.

Leap to Success www.leaptosuccess.org Educating and empowering women who are overcoming domestic violence, homelessness, and

Soroptomist International Oceanside/Carlsbad sioceansidecarlsbad.com An organization for business and professional women working to improve the lives of women and

Surfrider Foundation San Diego sandiego.surfrider.org Champions of surf and sand on a mission to protect San Diego's 72 miles of coastline. Fights for clean water, coastal preservation, ocean protection, beach access and to reduce plastic pollution. The Swell Collective swellcollective.org Working with marginalized communities on ethical collaboration, effective communication, and resiliency & wellness. Tea3Foundation tea3foundation.org Giving time, talent and treasure for children, military, and animals TERI Campus of Life teriinc.org Serving over 850 children and adults with developmental disabilities and their families in San Diego County. Veterans Association of North County (VANC) vanc.me A one-stop resource center for active duty, retired, veterans and their families. We centralize services from diverse agencies to assist with jobs, education, benefits, health, and wellness. We also support our local community by providing an exceptional space perfect for meetings, banquets, workshops, presentations and more. Voices for Children speakupnow.org Voices for Children transforms the lives of abused children by providing them with volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). Wagging Dog Rescue waggingdog.org Grassroots animal rescue servicing southern CA. We save dogs and cats who’ve run out of time at shelters and need a miracle. Women’s Resource Center Wrcsd.org Dedicated to providing the highest quality counseling, shelter and education to North County women, children and men involved in or threatened by domestic violence or sexual assault. Wounded Warrior Homes woundedwarriorhomes.org Wounded Warrior Homes is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization that provides affordable housing and resources for Veterans suffering from PTSD and TBI.

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