


NCPC Program: Meet the Funders
Join us for an enlightening and engaging morning at our “Meet the Funders” panel on Tuesday February 25th from 9:00am to 11:00am at the San Marcos Community Center. This unique event offers you the chance to connect with key representatives from the Rancho Santa Fe Foundation, Lucky Duck Foundation, and the Jewish Community Foundation, San Diego.
The Rancho Santa Fe Foundation connects donors with regional and global needs through visionary community leadership, personalized service and effective grant-making. They manage more than 350 funds created by philanthropic minded individuals and families along with forward-thinking nonprofit agencies.
The Lucky Duck Foundation aims to alleviate the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County. They apply sound business principles, a bias for action, and strategic collaborations to fund, activate and lead programs designed to have a high and immediate impact throughout San Diego County.
The Jewish Community Foundation builds flourishing Jewish communities and advances sustainable, just, and vibrant societies in San Diego, Israel, nationally, and around the globe. They collaborate with individuals and organizations, and leverage philanthropic capital for positive impact.
Full participation in Meet the Funders is applicable for 2.0 points in Category 1.B -Education of the CFRE International application for initial certification and/or recertification.
Don’t miss this opportunity to network, learn, and be inspired. Click HERE to reserve your spot today!

Shuddersome: Tales of Poe at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents five eerie and macabre Edgar Allen Poe short stories and poems as, Shuddersome: Tales of Poe for its next student production! The thumping of a heartbeat. The creak of a door. The howl of a bitter wind. The gong of a clock tower. The clang of alarm bells. The sound of beating wings getting closer and closer… Specters, ghosts, and ghouls come alive in this vivid theatrical adaptation of some of Edgar Allan Poe’s best-known works. Included are The Tell-Tale Heart, The Bells, The Oval Portrait, The Raven, and The Masque of the Red Death. Poe’s words rise from the page like corpses from the grave. Be careful. Do you hear that tap, tap, tapping?
Director Benjamin Cole is eager to share the talents of his student cast. “We have a relatively young cast that is really stepping up in this ensemble-based show,” Cole exclaims. “All of the actors are on stage the entire time and work together to bring Poe’s enigmatic words to life,” he insists. Assistant Director Steve Smith adds, “It’s perfect to get you in the mood for Halloween. Plenty of creepy moments mixed with celebrations of Poe’s crafty poetry.” The show runs a swift 50 minutes with no intermission and hopes to spook audiences throughout. Additional production staff includes Sound Designer, Marilynn Do; Stage Manager, Paul Smith; and Lighting Designer, Liam Sullivan.
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep proudly delivers high-quality theatre instruction and seven student theatre productions throughout the year, offering accessible and fun training for various age groups. Check out all the upcoming options on the Theatre School website: www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org.
Featured in the cast are (Tirzah Cisneros, Poway; Cody Michlin, University City; Alice Price, Carlsbad; Will Rice, Carmel Valley; and Nicole Sample, Carlsbad).
Performances are October 17th through 20th in the Theatre School Studio Space at North Coast Repertory Theatre: 985 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite D, Solana Beach, CA 92075 with show times 5:30PM October 17th, 18th, and 19th, and 2PM October 19th and 20th. Ticket prices are regularly $25.00 for adults and $21.00 for seniors 65 and older, children under age 19, and active military. Please call the box office to reserve your tickets today: 858-481-1055.

Human Resource Trends, Compliance and Best Practices 2024
🕛 Time: 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Cost: Free
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- Latest Industry Trends:
Stay informed about the evolving landscape of HR. - Compliance with Regulatory Standards:
Navigate the complexities of compliance with ease. - Optimizing HR Processes:
Discover best practices to streamline and enhance HR operations.
Join a select group of HR professionals for a strategic workshop, an insightful Human Relations panel, and a networking reception. Learn from expert panelists like Alycia Huston, Traci Hagan, Pamela Stambaugh, and Richard Marks, who will share their wealth of knowledge and strategies for success.
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- How can staying updated on HR trends improve your organization’s performance?
- What strategies do you use to ensure compliance with regulatory standards?
- How do you plan to optimize your HR processes for maximum efficiency?
Complementing Action Items:
- Secure your spot at the HR event to gain critical insights and strategies.
- Review your current HR practices and identify areas for improvement.
- Network with industry leaders to explore new methodologies and best practices.
promises to be an event of unparalleled significance.
Join us in person at the Council For Supplier Diversity to gain a competitive edge in HR.

North County Nonprofit Symposium
Join us for a day of learning and networking at the beautiful Pala Mesa Resort. This event is your opportunity to connect with other nonprofit professionals, share ideas, and gain valuable insights to help your organization thrive.
Our lineup of speakers includes nonprofit management experts ready to inspire and educate. From fundraising strategies to volunteer management, there’s something for everyone in the nonprofit sector.
Don’t miss out on this chance to make meaningful connections and take your nonprofit to the next level. We can’t wait to see you there!

Back to School Bash & Community Resource Fair
Join us for:
- FREE backpacks and school supplies*
- Backpack recipient(s) must be present to receive backpack.
- FREE hygiene kits*
- LIVE DJ playing your favorite hits
- FREE lunch, treats, and refreshments for ALL!*
- and MORE!
Back-to-School Community Resources:
- BGC Vista After School Program Sign-ups
- BGC Vista Sports Sign-Ups
- BGC Vista Financial Assistance Sign-Ups
- CALFRESH registration
- SDGE local assistance programs that help reduce monthly utility bills
- FREE haircuts from Culture Barber Lounge
- MAAC early childhood education support
- Mental health services from Lifeline

One CSUSM
Together we are #OneCSUSM, raising money for student scholarships which helps close important gaps in aid for our students. For many students, financial support from family is not an option – nearly 70% of our students receive financial aid. Scholarships are a vital component to success, encouraging our students to persist to graduation and experience the sense of pride that comes from earning a degree.
Open to all enrolled students, the General Scholarship supports CSUSM students who experience an array of financial issues that would impede their degree progress. Many are experiencing catastrophic events, like loss of income, the death of a parent, or struggling to meet basic needs. Your gift to the General Scholarship will go to our students who need financial assistance the most.
So many scholarship recipients express how much it means to them knowing that someone they’ve never met wants to see them achieve their goals. Join us and carry the flag for our students on April 4th at www.csusm.edu/onecsusm.
Leafing our Legacy: Tree Distribution Event
Join us as we celebrate a decade of cultivating San Diego’s urban forest and championing a sustainable future for our county. In celebration of this significant milestone, we are delighted to unveil our ambitious initiative, “Leafing Our Legacy,” a program that creates a lasting impact by donating 1,000 trees to San Diegans throughout the year.
“Leafing Our Legacy” stands as our commemorative project, marking the culmination of our 10-year journey, contributing to the enrichment of San Diego’s green landscape, and addressing environmental disparities.
Each month, we will host tree-distribution events providing an opportunity for participants to take home their very own trees! These events serve as a nexus for community engagement, fostering education on urban forestry and a celebration of sustainability.
Our next event will take place on Sunday, March 17th, 2024 from 10 am – 1 pm at
Rising Tide Ranch
2207 Guajome Lake Rd
Vista, CA 92084
Approximately (80) 5 gallon shade trees will be available for pick-up. To learn more, visit: https://www.treesandiego.org/leafingourlegacy

Failure: A Love Story at Theatre School @ North Coast Rep
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep presents the heartbreaking romance, Failure: A Love Story as its next student production! By the end of 1928, all three Fail sisters will be dead — expiring in reverse order, youngest to oldest, from blunt object to the head, disappearance, and finally consumption. Tuneful songs, and a whimsical chorus follow the story of Nelly, Jenny June, and Gerty as they live out their lives above the family clock repair shop near the Chicago River, before their time unexpectedly runs out. A magical, musical fable where, in the end, the power of love is far greater than any individual’s successes or failures.
Director Benjamin Cole is eager to share the talents of his student cast. “The show offers some unique challenges for creative staging with characters like Front Door, Moses the ball python, December and Mae the feral monk parakeets, and even Cuckoo Clock,” Cole reveals. “We’re exploring storytelling in a way not often seen in youth theatre,” he insists. Assistant Director Steve Smith adds, “This incredibly emotional script is both tragic and beautiful. It is a treat to work on with our students!” The show runs a sweet 90 minutes with no intermission and hopes to be the perfect date night for Valentine’s week. Additional production staff includes Sound Designer, Caleb Foley; Stage Manager, Paul Smith; and Lighting and Projections Designer, Liam Sullivan.
The Theatre School @ North Coast Rep proudly delivers high-quality theatre instruction and six student theatre productions throughout the year, offering accessible and fun training for various age groups. Check out all the upcoming options on the Theatre School website: www.northcoastreptheatreschool.org.
Featured in the cast are (Bugz Baltzer, Del Mar; Kai Bunyak, Cardiff; Landon Friis, Carlsbad; Kate Goodman, Carlsbad; Charlotte Larson, Carlsbad; Gabriela Neira, Carmel Valley; Isabella Podesta, Carlsbad; Nicole Sample, Carlsbad; Harper Smith, Encinitas; and Alicia Vazquez-Artigas, Carmel Valley).
Performances are February 15th through 18th on the MainStage at North Coast Repertory Theatre: 987 Lomas Santa Fe Dr. Suite D, Solana Beach, CA 92075 with show times 10AM & 5:30PM February 15th & 16th, 2PM and 5:30PM February 17th, and 2PM February 18th. Ticket prices are regularly $25.00 for adults and $21.00 for seniors 65 and older, children under age 19, and active military. Please call the box office to reserve your tickets today: 858-481-1055.

Adult Lecture Series
Join AHLF’s own Samantha Passovoy for our first Adult Lecture of 2024 all about the most commonly seen reptiles and amphibians found in the Carlsbad area, including in and around the Agua Hedionda Lagoon. Live animal ambassadors will be present for guests to meet up close and even touch or hold! Samantha Passovoy has been involved in wildlife education for almost 20 years. In her previous career as a zookeeper and wildlife educator, she has trained animals for movies and television, visited schools and libraries with live animals to do educational presentations, worked as a wildlife care specialist and behaviorist at the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and served as an adjunct professor focusing on wildlife education. Currently, she is the Director of the Discovery Center here at the Agua Hedionda Lagoon Foundation, in addition to acting as the Outreach Coordinator for the San Diego Herpetological Society. She hopes to inspire her community to care for all of the plants and animals that surround them.
