$2.4 billion. 143,000 grants. Our one task: make your giving matter.

We’re the Jewish Community Foundation San Diego, the team turning good intentions into real impact. With thoughtful and caring guidance, we connect donors with the causes they care about most, strengthen nonprofits, and help families build legacies that last.

Here’s what that looks like: A donor came to us wanting to support vulnerable kids. We introduced him to our close contacts at organizations that fight for children facing real hardship and helped him give in a way that was personal, strategic, and built to outlast him. That’s one story out of thousands.

As we approach our 60th anniversary, we’re expanding education programs, ways for donors to connect with each other, nonprofit training, and legacy giving paths.

Ready? Open a donor advised fund. Establish an endowment. Create your legacy. Find a scholarship. Strengthen your nonprofit.

Or just show up curious. https://jcfsandiego.org/individuals-families/donor-advised-fund/

Give with purpose.  Give with JCF.

www.jcfsandiego.org

 

NGA partners with nonprofits of all sizes and sectors to build organizational capacity through expert counsel in fundraising, planning, staffing, and training.

As a trusted regional consulting firm, NGA is currently advising 32 organizations across California, Oregon, Washington, and Hawaiʻi. Our work spans feasibility studies and capital campaigns to strategic planning and executive search—supporting nonprofits at critical moments of growth and transformation.

We tailor every engagement to the unique needs, culture, and goals of our clients, delivering practical, cost-effective strategies that drive results. Our team brings more than 250 years of combined experience and a 40-year track record of success, grounded in a commitment to client impact above all else. The result is stronger organizations and more resilient communities.

Regionally, NGA is proud to continue its partnership with the Armed Services YMCA San Diego, supporting a successful $500,000 year-end major gifts campaign to expand programming at the new Center for Military Families. This builds on NGA’s prior counsel for the organization’s $7 million capital campaign.

Beyond client engagements, NGA plays an active leadership role in the nonprofit sector. Our team serves on the board of the North County Philanthropy Council and contributes as trainers and presenters for San Diego Gives. On May 21, past NCPC Board President and NGA Executive Vice President Jeanne Schmelzer, CFRE, will lead a workshop on “Making the Ask,” sharing practical insights with nonprofit professionals and volunteers.

Through this work, NGA remains deeply committed to strengthening the regional nonprofit sector—serving as both a strategic advisor and a resource for the field.

To learn more about our work and how we can partner with you, visit netzelgrigsby.com

www.netzelgrigsby.com

At Lifeline, we know that thriving communities begin with people who feel seen, supported, and empowered. Founded in 1973 and today reaching more than 25,000 people across San Diego County each year, our work sits at the intersection of behavioral health and economic empowerment, helping individuals and families face life’s challenges and move toward a future filled with possibility.

Our extraordinary team meets people where they are, adapts to challenges as they arise, and walks alongside individuals and families with care, humility, and deep commitment. Every day brings new moments to celebrate: a young adult paying their own bills for the first time, a parent gaining confidence to create a safe home, a survivor reclaiming their identity. These moments remind us that our communities are strong and why we show up every day.

What sets Lifeline apart is our ability to bridge direct services with systems change. We use what we learn on the ground, the day-to-day realities of our communities, to inform policy, shift narratives, and close opportunity gaps. By investing in people and communities, we’re helping to build a more connected, resilient, and prosperous San Diego, today and for generations to come.

We invite you to become part of the Lifeline community! The summer is a great time to get involved by supporting our annual Backpack Drive in July, bringing your company out for a meaningful group volunteer day, or volunteering your own time working with youth, supporting food distribution, helping with hands-on improvement or beautification projects, and more. Contact mmolina@nclifeline.org for more information.

And of course, you won’t want to miss our annual ¡Viva la Vida! On Friday, September 25^th! Start planning your most vibrant cocktail outfit for an evening of community, joy, and inspiration. Register at lifelinecs.org/vivalavida

Learn more or make a donation at: lifelinecs.org

 

www.lifelinecs.org

 

Mission Federal Credit Union (Mission Fed) is honored to serve as the largest member-owned, not-for-profit, full-service financial institution exclusively serving San Diego County. 

Success is measured by results. We measure our success based on a double bottom line of both financial performance and social purpose. 

Mission Fed is committed to enhancing the lives of all of our stakeholders including our more than 350,000 member owners, 600 employees, and our larger extended community throughout the county, by focusing intently on financial education and financial inclusion to provide the essential resources and skills to help every San Diegan experience financial wellbeing. 

Mission Fed is regularly recognized as a Top Workplace in San Diego and nationwide, but what we’re most proud of is the fact that just simply by banking with Mission Fed you are automagically doing good for San Diego. Each year Mission Fed gives back more than $1 million to our community by donating or helping to raise funds for key nonprofits serving our community.

Mission Fed’s focus is hyperlocal and intentionally supports our local communities throughout San Diego County by investing our time, treasure and talent to help hundreds of nonprofits and critical causes in our region. We purposefully build deep relationships with our valued community partners to maximize impact and change lives for the better. You can see some of our collaboration at https://www.missionfed.com/community/.  

Our Mission Fed ecosystem is keenly focused on three key areas:

• Health and Well Being: Food Scarcity and Feeding People, Health Related Causes, Homelessness, and Pet & Animal Needs
• Serving the Underserved: Including our large local Hispanic Community, but extending deeply into Diverse Communities throughout the county
• Values-Based Community Organizations: Local Emerging Nonprofits, and Values-Aligned and Capacity-Building companies/organizations that are making a difference locally

Financial Literacy and Financial Inclusion are a through line in all that we do. We also remain attentive to preserving and protecting our cherished San Diego environment and activate volunteer opportunities to support this important cause. 

If you’re looking for a like-spirited partner, or have an upcoming event that aligns with our vision and values, don’t hesitate to contact any member of the small-but-mighty Mission Fed team including:

• Neville Billimoria, Chief Marketing Officer, who is also the proud NCPC board chair, nevilleb@missionfed.com
• Courtney Pendleton, PR & Community Manager, courtneyp@missionfed.com
• Catalina Duarte, PR & Community Officer, catalinad@missionfed.com 

Additionally, Mission Fed’s business development team can be reached to explore a variety of unique opportunities for nonprofits and businesses (and their employees) to support the community in a meaningful way. Mission Fed is also providing a special offer to NCPC members. Please see this linked graphic for details.

For more information and for full terms and conditions on offers, contact: 

• Rachel Rendon, AVP, Business Development Manager, rachelr@missionfed.com  

To learn more our organization, please visit www.MissionFed.com. We are federally insured by NCUA and are an Equal Housing Lender.

www.MissionFed.com

Where confidence begins with a dress, and community makes it possible!

The Princess Project began in February 2002 with a simple but powerful moment: a high school teen needed a dress for prom and asked for help. Founders Laney Whitcanack and Kristi Smith Knutson rallied friends and family to host a small dress drive. What began as one act of kindness has grown into a nonprofit that has now served thousands of high school teens through the dedication of many volunteers.

In 2009, the mission expanded to San Diego,  and today, San Diego proudly serves as The Princess Project’s Headquarters and year-round boutique location. From our boutique at Parkway Plaza, donated dresses (many of them brand new) are thoughtfully curated and transformed into joyful milestone moments for the teens we serve. In doing so, we also promote fashion sustainability by extending the life of beautiful formalwear and reducing textile waste through community-driven reuse.

But the true transformation goes far beyond the dress itself.

One mother shared that in her entire life, she had never been able to walk into a store and tell her daughter, “You can choose anything you want.” That day, she could. Her daughter stepped out in the most beautiful dress, beaming and completely transformed.

We see it again and again. Teens often arrive with shoulders slightly hunched, unsure or hesitant. They leave with their heads held high – smiling, confident, and excited for the milestone ahead.

Prom Dress Giveaways begin in San Diego at the end of March and will continue through April. Any high school teen in need of a dress may book an appointment with proof of enrollment in high school. In addition to boutique appointments, we will have eight library pop-up prom shop events throughout San Diego County to ensure access for teens who may not be able to travel to our main location.

At its heart, The Princess Project is about more than a dress. It is about belonging. It is about dignity. It is about making sure every teen feels confident, celebrated, and seen,  because confidence truly changes everything.

                 

If you’d like to learn more about The Princess Project and donate dresses or funds, volunteer, or register a teen for an appointment, please visit princessprojectsd.org!

www.princessprojectsd.org

 

Nativity Prep is a private-independent, all-scholarship Catholic middle school and college access program for income eligible, first-generation students. Founded in 2001, Nativity Prep is an 11-year program serving over 280 students annually in grades six through college. Nativity Prep’s purpose is to break the cycle of generational poverty by developing its students’ and their family’s ability to live a life of opportunity, choice, and service.

The Nativity Prep Graduate Support Program (GSP), is the most important component of its mission.  GSP establishes and sustains a college culture beginning in the sixth grade and continuing through college graduation by providing students and graduates academic support and college counseling with personal care, which remains the hallmark of the school.

The current projected graduation rate for Nativity Prep students is 83%, more than five times the rate for their demographic peers.  More than anything, Nativity Prep is a community of faith rooted in relationships.  By educating a child, Nativity Prep helps to change the trajectory of the entire family.  This work, this mission, breaks the cycle of generational poverty.

Nativity Prep is a 501(c)(3) non-profit and is fully funded through the generosity of individual donors and grants.  Nativity Prep does not receive any funding from the state or Diocese of San Diego.

Nativity Prep Highlights:

• 100% of Nativity students have graduated high school on time, representing a 67% increase over the past decade.
• 100% of graduates have earned college acceptances.
• 83% of Nativity college students have graduated or are on track to graduate, reflecting a 42% increase over ten years.
• 13 alumni have earned or are pursuing Master’s or Doctoral degrees.
• 23 Nativity Prep alumni are currently enrolled at the University of San Diego through the Torero Promise Program, which guarantees admission and scholarship support to exceptional Catholic high school students.
• 14 alumni serve on our Alumni Council, taking on leadership roles and supporting new college graduates
• Nativity Prep held its first-ever Alumni Reunion in summer of 2025, reconnecting graduates from across 20 years of Nativity history.

 

Volunteer Opportunities:

AMIGOS (Adult Mentors Inspiring Growth in Our Students) Mentoring Program

For the past 20 years, Nativity Prep has successfully run its own mentor program, the AMIGOS (Adult Mentors Inspiring Growth in Our Students) Mentoring Program.  The program matches each middle school student with an adult volunteer mentor.  Each adult commits to supporting and guiding a student through the school year during a weekly meeting of both structured and unstructured activity.  The mentoring program promotes academics and helps to build a student’s self-esteem.  Our goal is for all students and mentors to maintain their relationship for the three years they are on the middle school campus (6th-8th grade).

In addition to the GSP program, the mentoring program has made a significant impact on the students and on the entire community.  Many students have credited their success in college and beyond to the relationship that they built with their mentor.  The relationship between mentor and mentee becomes one of trust, guidance and friendship.

Interested in becoming a mentor? Email: amigos@nativityprep.org

Upcoming events:

25th Anniversary Silver Jubilee Celebration, Saturday, September 26, 2026, USD.  More details to follow: www.nativityprep.org/events

www.nativityprep.org

The Oceanside Chamber of Commerce, established in 1896, is the longest-serving business association in Oceanside, California. As a nonprofit 501(c)(6) organization, we represent businesses of all sizes, nonprofits, and institutions throughout the region. Our mission is to provide advocacy and resources that help businesses and the community thrive, with the vision of creating a thriving and united Oceanside. For over a century, we have served as a trusted convener, connecting businesses, community leaders, and residents to promote economic growth, responsible development, and a vibrant local economy.

The Chamber exists to strengthen the economic vitality of Oceanside by advocating for pro-business policies, fostering workforce and leadership development, and creating opportunities for collaboration and growth. Through networking events, marketing opportunities, educational programs, and leadership development, we help businesses expand, talent flourish, and the community prosper. Beyond business, we serve as a catalyst for progress, connecting people and resources to ensure Oceanside remains a thriving, inclusive, and dynamic place to live, work, and do business.

Instagram: @OceansideChamber

LinkedIn Page: Oceanside Chamber of Commerce

www.oceansidechamber.com

The Alliance for Regional Solutions, a recognized leader in accelerating nonprofit success and building community commitment, is dedicated to fostering a thriving, resilient service network. With over 75 nonprofits, seven cities, and San Diego County as members, the Alliance’s impact is vast. While most members are physically located in North County, they reach the greater region and include schools, healthcare providers, social service and government agencies, and philanthropies. They serve the most vulnerable groups, including low‐income, minority, disabled, and senior populations, those with limited English proficiency, and others.

Specifically, the Alliance:

• Tracks and reports on emerging community needs.
• Offers meaningful opportunities for collaboration, problem-solving, and networking.
• Represents communities of concern with one voice.
• Cultivates enriching professional development experiences for no cost or a very low cost.

Our Working Committees:

• The Bridge to Housing Committee assists groups that provide short-term housing, case management, and wrap-around services to homeless individuals and families.
• The Case Manager’s Network supports North County case managers in sharing resources, presenting program data, collaborating on issues, and networking.
• The North County Food Policy Council works to increase food source accessibility through collaboration, public education, and advocacy.
• North County Works supports groups serving clients with barriers to employment.
• North County Transitional Aged Youth Council aids at-promise and transition-aged youth (ages 16 – 24) service providers.
• The Racial Justice Committee works to advance racial justice and equity for the Black, Indigenous, Latinx/Hispanic, mixed status communities and Other People of Color (BIOPC) the partner agencies serve.
• The Senior Alliance is an action group under NORCAN. This group seeks to respond to the rapid growth of the senior population in San Diego and the high demand of reliable care and services. They work collaboratively to coordinate the support and services available to seniors throughout San Diego’s North County region.

If you would like to learn more about the Alliance, we invite you to sign up for our email list below or join us at our February Quarterly Membership Meeting to learn more about the work of our committees.

Alliance for Regional Solutions : Sign Up to Stay in Touch

Alliance February Quarterly Membership Meeting

www.regionalsolutions.net

Davis Farr: A Trusted Partner in Nonprofit Financial Excellence

As a proud NCPC Premier Member, Davis Farr partners with nonprofits through specialized audit, tax, and consulting services. Our mission is simple: To empower government and nonprofit leaders to confidently communicate their financial and compliance story, enhance integrity, and build trust.

Our involvement with NCPC has deepened our understanding of the challenges nonprofits face today. The connections we’ve made have introduced us to inspiring organizations we may never have encountered otherwise and have allowed us to get closer to the work, clients and communities we serve. We genuinely value the collaboration and networking opportunities the NCPC community provides.

We bring more than technical expertise. Guided by our firm values of being authentic, trustworthy, caring, collaborative, unified, and fun, we build relationships that go beyond the numbers. We listen first, offer practical solutions, and aim to be a supportive partner who celebrates wins and navigates challenges alongside nonprofit leaders.

Outside of our client work, we stay engaged in the community through board service, volunteerism, and annual initiatives such as hosting families during the holiday season with meals and gifts. These experiences remind us why strong nonprofits are essential to strong communities.

We welcome the NCPC community to connect with us and continue the conversation. You can find us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook, where we post a variety of information.

www.davisfarr.com

Assistance League® of North Coast is primarily dedicated to serving the needs of children in the communities of Carlsbad, Oceanside and Vista, with the goal of providing a positive starting point for academic success.

Many children in our community come to school lacking weather-appropriate shoes and clothes. Fifty-seven percent of the K-12 students in Oceanside, Vista, and Carlsbad live below the poverty level. When children are cold or feel “less than” in school, it is hard to be motivated to learn. The Assistance League of North Coast is one of 95 chapters of the National Assistance League, whose focus is on providing a positive starting point for underserved children.

The Assistance League of North Coast is an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) nonprofit that delivers programs under the umbrella of “Operation School Bell.” Over the past year, 150 volunteers have dedicated almost 21,000 hours to serving children in Oceanside, Vista, and Carlsbad. We have had a positive impact in our community by providing:

• Back-to-school clothes for 515 children of military families living at Camp Pendleton
• $49,018 in shopping credit at JC Penney ($200 per student) to enable elementary and secondary school students to shop for their own school clothes and shoes
• $68,500 in scholarships to graduating seniors, average of $2500 per student
• 1554 health kits (wash cloth, soap, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, dental floss, hairbrush) to elementary school children
• 1006 jackets and 1006 blankets to children
• $11,959 in teacher grants for special projects, typically $150-$500 per project
• $46,365 of books to elementary school students

Although we receive a portion of our funding from grants and private donations, 65% of our budget is raised from sales in our Thrift Shop at 1830 Oceanside Blvd near the Frazier Farms store. We are open Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday 10 to 3. Come visit us! Our Shop has an assortment of boutique clothing items, furniture, housewares, jewelry, and electrical appliances. Our Holiday Shop opens on November 11. We look forward to seeing you there!

www.assistanceleague.org/north-coast