Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego | Helping End Homelessness

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The Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego is a local nonprofit working every day to end homelessness across San Diego County. We bring people, ideas, and resources together to help those in need find shelter, safety, and hope.

Our Mission

To prevent and ease the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County.

Our Vision

To be a national model for ending homelessness by using strong leadership, smart planning, and proven business practices.

How We Work

At Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego, we believe in taking action.

  • We study the issue daily to understand what works.
  • We meet weekly to make quick, smart decisions.
  • We work with local leaders and community partners to create real change.

Every donation is used carefully and wisely. We partner with trusted organizations across San Diego County to make sure every dollar helps people who need it most. By working together, we create programs that offer housing, food, and hope for those experiencing homelessness.

Our Founders

The Lucky Duck Foundation was started in 2005 by Pat and Stephanie Kilkenny. They created the foundation to support charities in San Diego, with a main focus on helping the homeless.

Our Leadership

Drew Moser serves as the CEO of the Lucky Duck Foundation in San Diego. Under his leadership, the foundation continues to grow and make a lasting impact.

Why Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego Matters

Homelessness affects many people in our community. The Lucky Duck Foundation leads with care and action—making sure San Diego becomes a place where everyone has a home and a chance for a better life.

Get Involved

You can help! Join the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego in the mission to end homelessness.
👉 Donate, volunteer, or learn more about our programs and impact.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs):

What is the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego?

The Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego is a nonprofit that helps people who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. The foundation funds and supports programs that bring real solutions to homelessness in San Diego County.

Who started the Lucky Duck Foundation?

The Lucky Duck Foundation was started in 2005 by Pat and Stephanie Kilkenny. They wanted to help people in need and make San Diego a better place for everyone.

Who leads the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego?

Drew Moser is the CEO of the Lucky Duck Foundation in San Diego. He helps guide the team and partnerships that make a difference in the community.

How does the Lucky Duck Foundation help people?

The foundation funds programs that provide shelter, food, job training, and healthcare for people experiencing homelessness. It also works closely with other local groups and leaders to create lasting change.

Where does the Lucky Duck Foundation work?

The foundation serves people all across San Diego County, from downtown San Diego to North County and beyond.

How can I help the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego?

You can help by donating, volunteering, or sharing their mission. Every action helps bring hope and support to people without homes.

How are donations used?

Every dollar donated to the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego is used wisely to support programs that have real results. The co-founders even match donations up to $1.5 million every year to increase the impact.

What makes the Lucky Duck Foundation different?

The foundation uses sound business practices, quick action, and strong partnerships to make sure help reaches people fast and effectively. It focuses on results, accountability, and teamwork.

Contact Us

We’d love to hear from you!
If you want to learn more about the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego, get involved, or ask a question, reach out anytime.

📍 Address:
Lucky Duck Foundation
P.O. Box 501753
5675 Ruffin Rd STE 100, San Diego, CA 92123, United States

📞 Phone: +1 858-259-6003
📧 Email: [email protected]
🌐 Website: www.luckyduckfoundation.org

You can also follow the Lucky Duck Foundation San Diego on social media to see how your support helps people across San Diego County.

👉 Join us today — together, we can make homelessness rare, brief, and non-recurring.

Esteban Villanueva
Esteban Villanueva
Esteban Villanueva was born in Washington D.C. and raised in La Jolla. He attended both Francis Parker and The Bishop’s School locally before going to Dartmouth College where he received his B.S. in Biology and Pepperdine School of Law where he received his J.D. focusing Entertainment Law. He worked in the Latin music industry where his projects went on to win 14 Grammy Awards for artists including Ricky Martin and Carlos Santana. After starting GB Magazine with Danitza Villanueva in 2007, he has gone on to win awards and recognition from the community for his support of helping raise millions of dollars for non-profit organizations. He currently sits on the Board of Directors for the San Diego Air & Space Museum and resides in East County in San Diego where he and his wife Danitza run DAESVI Publishing, home to GB Magazine, among several other publications.

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