Interfaith Community Services has proudly partnered with the North County Philanthropy Council since its inception in the 1980s. Interfaith founder Suzanne Stewart Pohlman shared insight about this collaboration: “The concept was simple and direct: together, we could accomplish far more than any one organization could alone.” Being part of this network has helped us build bridges between communities, uplift one another, and empower nonprofit leaders and professionals through connection and shared knowledge.
Interfaith maintains our commitment to empower and stabilize people in need with comprehensive programs. While nonprofits nationwide face funding challenges, our
partnerships with local city governments, the County of San Diego, and donors enable us to continue working to alleviate poverty in our region.
Our collaboration with the City of Escondido recently allowed us to expand our withdrawal management program, increasing capacity from 11 to 32 beds — nearly tripling the number of individuals we serve. As a result, 393 clients have undergone withdrawal management, compared to the 269 clients in FY 23-25. This impressive 46.1% increase highlights the powerful impact of the expansion, especially considering the grand opening occurred only four months before the end of the fiscal year.
Interfaith’s work is only possible because of the support from our community. A recent
example of that generosity is the transformation of our detox facility, made possible by the Escondido Seventh-day Adventist Church. Their team remodeled the space with bright and uplifting scenery, complete with an ocean mural. This renovation was designed to boost our clients’ spirits, allowing them to focus on recovery in a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Interfaith is always seeking new partnerships, and there are many ways you and your
organization can get involved—whether it’s through donations, volunteering, sponsoring a
program, or even hosting events. To learn more and begin your partnership with Interfaith, contact us at getinvolved@interfaithservices.org.