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Minnie Campa Rzeslawski Minerva (Minnie) Rzeslawski has devoted the past three decades of her life and career to serving San Diego residents as a successful Realtor and community leader. As Founder and CEO of 24K International Realty, and now affiliated with RE/ MAX...

The Academy of Our Lady of Peace (OLP) is a rigorous college preparatory school with an unparalleled leadership program and a variety of co-curricular activities. For over one hundred and thirty years we have been educating young women in the spirit of excellence and...

The Alzheimer’s Association was founded in 1980 by a group of family caregivers and individuals who recognized the need for an organization that would unite caregivers, provide support to those facing Alzheimer’s and advance research into the disease. Jerome H. Stone,...

Building healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke. More than 41 million American women are living with one or more types of cardiovascular disease, yet only one in five view heart disease as their greatest health threat. Heart disease is still the...

Your La Jolla, Del Mar & Rancho Santa Fe Luxury Real Estate Specialists, Scott Appleby and Kerry Appleby Payne, the dynamic brother-sister duo, were raised in La Jolla, The Jewel by the Sea. They spent their school years and early post college years in La Jolla,...

AquaVie Fitness + Wellness Club is a state-of-the-art, all-encompassing fitness, spa and wellness escape. Our four-level 40,000 square foot facility is adjacent to The Westgate Hotel and located at 234 Broadway Avenue. Guests of The Westgate Hotel may experience this...

The Arc of San Diego, a private, not-for-profit corporation, is one of the region's largest human-service agencies. We provide an extensive array of services to people with disabilities in San Diego County. Founded in 1951 by a determined group of people who felt they...

In their quest to make the world a better place, Ascension Leadership Academy’s founders, Brad and Jenna Ballard moved to San Diego in 2016 to bring a new flare of personal development to the best city in the country. They believed that their emotional intelligence...

Athena is a women's empowerment organization that fast tracks women in STEM through leadership development. By transforming scientists and technologists into corporate leaders, the goal is to widen the bridge and empower 1 million women in STEM, by 2030. Its 20+ year...

Barrio Logan College Institute Our mission is to break the cycle of poverty by preparing underserved students to be the first in their families to go to college through after school programs that begin in third grade. The Challenge Barrio Logan is primarily a Latino...

Great futures have been starting here for nearly 75 years. The BGCGSD serves over 25,000 kids annually ages 5- to 18-years old with ACADEMIC SUCCESS, CHARACTER DEVELOPMENT and HEALTHY LIFESTYLE programs at 19 community-based sites county-wide. MISSION STATEMENT To...

Broadway/San Diego - A Nederlander Presentation Broadway/San Diego is part of the nationally recognized Nederlander Producing Company of America – one of the country’s largest and most experienced operators of live theater. Broadway/San Diego made its original debut...

C.J. Charles Jewelers Purveyors of fantasy, CJ Charles has been a Californian institution since 1986. Family owned and operated by Vahid Moradi, all team members make it a mission to fulfill our tagline, Exceeding the Extraordinary. Our downtown La Jolla showroom is...

California Coast Credit Union was founded with the promise of “people helping people.” From the moment we opened our doors in 1929, that guiding principle has been apparent in everything we do, from the accounts, loans and rates we offer, to the personalized caring...

Casa Cornelia Law Center is a 501(c)(3) public interest law firm providing quality legal services to victims of human and civil rights violations. Casa Cornelia has a primary commitment to indigent persons within the immigrant community in Southern California. It...

Casa Familiar is the leading service and community development organization in the community of San Ysidro, providing over 40 bilingual programs and services at six different sites in the region. Programs range from Civic Engagement to Health & Social Services,...

CECUT ¿Qué es el CECUT? El CECUT es un centro cultural de México en la frontera, fundado el 20 de octubre de 1982. Es la institución que concentra la oferta cultural más amplia y diversa de la región noroeste, y la única infraestructura de la Secretaría de Cultura,...

Voted "Best Premium Cruise Line" in Travel Weekly's 2016 Annual Globe Awards. It’s just one of a host of awards we’ve received that all come from our commitment to excellence.  From exploring the world’s best destinations, serving up exceptional culinary experiences,...

Champions for Health is the new name for the San Diego County Medical Society Foundation. As we have matured over the past 11 years, and as Health has taken on a greater meaning than just healthcare, we have been blessed with a growing number of champions working with...

Charity Ball Net proceeds from the  Charity Ball – Leap Into the Future, benefit Rady Children’s Hospital-San Diego. Since 1909, The Charity Ball has been an integral part of the philanthropic and social fabric of San Diego. Beginning in 1953, the year before the...

About Chicano Federation   HOME BASED PROGRAM Home visitors work with parents of children 0-5 years on their child's learning and development. Weekly in-home parenting and child development education, socializations and field trips, referrals to community...

Located in San Diego’s Balboa Park, the Comic-Con Museum will be a year-round pop-culture wonderland featuring rotating immersive exhibits, theaters of varying sizes and extensive educational programming. Open both day and night time, the Museum will cater to the...

Cross Border Xpress (CBX) is an exclusive pedestrian bridge for passengers from the Tijuana International Airport, allowing passengers to cross the border between Mexico and the United States. CBX started operations in December 2015. The bridge is 390 ft long and...

Founded in 2003, Cygnet Theatre is a leading regional company and one of San Diego’s cultural icons. Each year, Cygnet Theatre creates an eclectic mix of 6 or 7 mainstage productions, from classics to world premieres to Broadway-style musicals. On stage and off,...

At the Diabetes Research Institute and Foundation, our mission is clear – we want to cure diabetes now. How serious are we about fulfilling that goal? Perhaps one of our longtime board members put it best: “We want to turn off the lights.” Simply put, we aim to put...

Few surgeons are as respected by their peers and as esteemed by their patients as Dr. Robert Singer. With an eye for balance and beauty and the skills of an artist, he has helped thousands of people in Southern California and around the world attain the rejuvenated...

MISSION AND VISION Operating under our mission of serving God by serving those in need through programs that foster hope, dignity, and independence, Episcopal Community Services (ECS) inspires children, empowers adults and transforms communities by providing vital,...

Basking in San Diego’s endless sunshine, Fairmont Grand Del Mar welcomes guests to a warm Mediterranean estate, replete with signature charm and Southern California style. Unrivaled Five Diamond service delivers every indulgence, including a championship Tom Fazio...

About Father Joe’s Villages in San Diego As San Diego’s largest homeless services provider, Father Joe’s Villages offers a wide variety of housing and services at several locations including: St. Vincent de Paul Village Josue Homes and our five affordable housing...

Mission We are committed to a culture of responsibility and dignity and to leading our local community in the fight against hunger by efficiently providing access to food and nutritious meals. Feeding San Diego builds local and national partnerships with purpose....

The Fleet Science Center connects people of all ages to the possibilities and power of science to create a better future. Our mission is to realize a San Diego where everyone is connected to the power of science. At the science center, you can explore and investigate...

Freedom Dogs is a nonprofit organization devoted to serving wounded members of the military who are attempting to return to civilian life. Along with our trainers, our specialty service dogs provide both physical and emotional support, helping wounded warriors to...

Ever since Troop 1 was founded in Coronado in January 1917, Girl Scouts San Diego has been helping girls develop valuable life and leadership skills and a strong sense of self. In 2017, we celebrated our 100th anniversary with our girls and their families, our...

Green Dragon Tavern & Museum is a community centric restaurant, hospitality venue and must visit destination located in Carlsbad, CA. GDT&M opened its doors in 2014 with a passion to revolutionize hospitality by creating a memorable guest experience unlike any...

Helen Woodward Animal Center, established in 1972, is an organization where “people help animals and animals help people.” This unique nonprofit organization benefits the community by providing educational and therapeutic programs for people, as well as humane care...

Home of Guiding Hands (HGH) was created as a result of a small, but dedicated and ambitious group of leaders in East County. Since our inception in 1961, Home of Guiding Hands has provided benchmark programming and housing for men, women and children with...

Home Start: Strengthening Families, Protecting Children We recognize that all children hope for a bright future. That’s why Home Start works tirelessly to help families identify and use their strengths to build a better future for themselves. We are committed to a...

DISCOVER THE WORLD OF INDELIBLE EXPERIENCES AT HOTEL DEL CORONADO Since it was first built more than 125 years ago, the Hotel del Coronado has been a beacon of grandeur and refinement among vacation destinations in Southern California and the world. With its iconic...

Immunotherapy Foundation (IF) is a non-profit organization that strategically funds the most promising cancer immunotherapy research, focused on HPV-driven cancers. IF works directly with world-class researchers to accelerate the discovery and development of new and...

Jewish Family Service is a client-centered, impact-driven organization working to build a stronger, healthier, more resilient San Diego. Since 1918, Jewish Family Service of San Diego has been a trusted community resource for individuals and families in times of need....

In 1936 Judge Jacob Weinberger united 2,000 Jews, three synagogues and several agencies in San Diego to form the United Jewish Fund (UJF) from the existing Federated Jewish Charities. The goal of the United Jewish Fund was to be on the frontlines helping Jews...

Just in Time for Foster Youth (JIT) envisions a future in which every youth leaving the foster care system has a community of caring adults waiting for them after 18.  We believe consistent, long-term help from the heart is the foundation for the success of our youth...

KPBS serves our local communities with news and entertainment programming that respects our audience with inspiring, intelligent and enlightening content. KPBS will deliver this content via multiple outlets, including television, radio, and digital media and will...

Featuring the works of over 150 established artists from San Diego, Los Angeles, Orange County, Baja and beyond, the LJAWF features something for everyone including a silent auction, roving entertainment, a gourmet marketplace, the family art center and a wine and...

The Athenaeum Music & Arts Library, located in the heart of La Jolla, California, in San Diego County, is one of only 16 nonprofit membership libraries in the United States. This rare cultural institution, an important one to the greater San Diego area, offers a...

About La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre Para ver la pagina en Español haga click aquí.La Jolla Cosmetic Surgery Centre was founded over 30 years ago, in 1988. We were one of the first centers in the world to focus solely on cosmetic surgery. We’re also famous for our...

Live Source was created by founder Scott Levin, whose passion for attending live events - and collecting memorabilia from those experiences - is the inspiration for the company. As an avid lifelong collector, Scott has bought, sold and traded lots of memorabilia....

M Winehouse, a very quaint Wine Bar, sits nestled in the heart of Little Italy. Entrepreneur and owner Ruth Melero followed her dream and opened up a beautiful space with great atmosphere that offers international wine, specialty drinks beers and bubbles for local and...

A tradition of serving the community. MAAC was founded upon a vision to provide a place where local families in need could find the means to self-sufficiency. Together, members from the San Diego Chapter of the GI Forum, Hermandad Mexicana, Laborer’s Local #89,...

Mainly Mozart: Innovative and Iconic A cultural icon celebrated for its imaginative and thoughtfully curated programming, artistic excellence, and distinguished history of acclaimed performances, San Diego’s Mainly Mozart Festival is one of North America’s top music...

Since 1980, Make-A-Wish® has given hope, strength and joy to children with life-threatening medical conditions. Make-A-Wish® San Diego grants wishes to eligible children in San Diego and Imperial Counties. THE MAKE-A-WISH® STORY Make-A-Wish is the legacy of Chris...

Manchester Financial Group acquires, develops, and manages high profile properties throughout the United States. Selectively investing in hospitality, technology, communications, and health service corporations, Manchester Financial Group diversifies its holdings,...

Founded with the vision of expanding the educational opportunities and enriching the lives of our children through participation in mariachi music, the Mariachi Scholarship Foundation has made an enormous, positive impact on the lives of thousands of students in San...

Mingei was founded in 1978 and presents works of folk art, craft and design. With our Balboa Park location currently closed for renovation, Mingei's temporary home is in ARTS DISTRICT Liberty Station with exhibitions, workshops and events popping up around town....

Improving the lives of children with special needs internationally through awareness, training and support. SPECIAL EDUCATION TRAINING Our teams of specialists provide training for the ‘trainers’ in schools and care facilities internationally. We strive to provide...

Miracle Babies is a 501(c)3 nonprofit that was founded to support NICU families. When a baby is born premature or with medical complications, that family’s life changes drastically. Stress becomes a near constant emotion, difficult decisions must be made, and life in...

About Mission Federal Credit Union in San Diego! We’re a member-owned, not-for-profit financial cooperative dedicated to serving your financial needs. You can think of us as your one-stop financial services provider, offering you all kinds of Savings Accounts, Loans,...

Monarch has served San Diego for nearly three decades, beginning as a one-room education center and expanding into a K-12 comprehensive school designed to educate homeless youth. There are more than 1.2 million homeless students across the country and 23,000 in San...

With two locations, the Museum of Contemporary Art San Diego (MCASD) is the region’s foremost forum devoted to the exploration and presentation of the art of our time, presenting works across all media created since 1950. Located in the heart of downtown San Diego and...

At The New Children’s Museum, we believe play and art-making promote the skills that our future leaders need: creativity, confidence, problem-solving, interpersonal skills, critical thinking, collaboration, resiliency and optimism. why play + art matter ART INSPIRES...

LUXURY REDEFINED O'Gara Coach, established in 1976, has served Southern California for more than 44 years, with locations in Beverly Hills, San Diego, and Westlake Village. O'Gara Coach is a factory-authorized dealer for Alfa Romeo, Aston Martin, Automobili...

The Old Globe Theatre was built in 1935 for the presentation of abridged versions of Shakespeare's plays as part of the California Pacific International Exposition. At the conclusion of the exposition in 1937, a non-profit producing corporation, the San Diego...

Palomar Health Foundation is committed to seeking philanthropic support for hospital technology and equipment, programs, services, community initiatives, outreach programs, health education and other needs identified by Palomar Health. With rising medical care costs...

PATRONS OF THE PRADO IS COMMITTED TO RAISING FUNDS TO BENEFIT ELEVEN ARTS AND SCIENCE INSTITUTIONS ON THE PRADO IN BALBOA PARK, AND FOR PROGRAMS THAT PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL ACCESS FOR SAN DIEGO SCHOOL CHILDREN TO THE WORLD-CLASS TREASURES OF BALBOA PARK, INSPIRING...

PEERS Network was established in 2009 to bring entrepreneurs and executives from across a variety of industries together with a common goal: to give back. Today, our members include some of the most exceptional business and community leaders in the Southern California...

Promises2Kids is a leading nonprofit organization originally founded over 35 years ago as the Child Abuse Prevention Foundation of San Diego County. Since 1981, Promises2Kids has responded to the needs of foster children and provided support to children removed from...

Since it began in 1984, R•I•T•Z has raised over $20 million for the San Diego Zoo, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research. R•I•T•Z has benefitted countless habitats at the Zoo and Safari Park including Africa Rocks,...

Follow the path that leads to ROMP Enchanted… The night will sparkle like a magical garden, filled with delights of delectable dining, dancing, and entertaining surprises. As a valued ROMP supporter, you’ll foster the magic of togetherness and hope for families with...

Ronald McDonald House Charities of San Diego provides a “home away from home” for families with children being treated for serious, often life-threatening conditions at local hospitals. The Ronald McDonald House relies on community support. It is the only service of...

SALK INSTITUTE: WHERE CURES BEGIN The Salk Institute embodies Jonas Salk’s mission to dare to make dreams into reality. We explore the very foundations of life, seeking new realities in neuroscience, genetics, immunology and more. We are small by choice, intimate by...

The Salvation Army - San Diego South Division is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Our message is based on the Bible, our ministry is motivated by the love of God, and our mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ as we meet human needs in...

San Diego Air and Space Museum: Preserve, Inspire, Educate, Celebrate! Preserve significant artifacts of air and space history and technology. Inspire excellence in science, technology, engineering and mathematics. Educate the public about the historical and social...

The Mission of the San Diego Automotive Museum is to tell the story of the social and technological past, present, and future of motorized vehicles throughout its collections, exhibitions, educational programs....

We are… San Diego’s oldest non-profit serving children and families. in 8 locations and provide community-based services within hundreds of homes and schools across San Diego County. empowering over 1,000 children and families every day. over 350 employees with...

San Diego Crew Classic From its modest beginnings over four decades ago, the San Diego Crew Classic has matured into the largest regatta in the world held for primarily eight-oared rowing shells. The regatta provides a venue for high school junior programs, collegiate...

Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues. Through a combination of...

MISSION The San Diego Foundation inspires enduring philanthropy and enables community solutions to improve the quality of life in our region. GUIDING PRINCIPLES We adhere to a deeply ethical approach to philanthropy, one that holds ourselves accountable to being a...

THE SAN DIEGO HISTORY CENTER History Center presents engaging, family-friendly exhibitions with participatory activities that tell the remarkable stories of our region – past, present and future. We also offer popular public programs and special events. BALBOA PARK...

Serving San Diego County since 1880, San Diego Humane Society provides vital services to animals and people alike. We offer San Diegans a wide range of programs and services that strengthen the human-animal bond, prevent cruelty/neglect, provide medical care, educate...

The San Diego Latino Film Festival was established 21 years ago as a student film festival focusing on works by Latinos and/or about the Latino Experience. Since that time, The San Diego Latino Film Festival has developed into one of the larger and well-respected...

San Diego Opera is a widely respected member of the international opera community and an invaluable cultural resource to the San Diego region. San Diego Opera Guild was founded in 1950 to present San Francisco Opera productions in the San Diego community. San Diego...

San Diego Opera's Opera Lover’s Ball will enchant and entertain while honoring the charitable contributions to the community . The evening will be a magical and elegant affair inspired by the Company’s productions. www.sdopera.org/opera-ball

WE SERVE THE SDPD SO THEY CAN BETTER SERVE YOU. With the help and generosity of caring citizens like you, the San Diego Police Foundation is able to assist the San Diego Police Department in several important ways: Fund critical needs and shortages that shrinking...

San Diego Zoo Global is a not-for-profit organization that operates the San Diego Zoo, the San Diego Zoo Safari Park, and the San Diego Zoo Institute for Conservation Research. It was founded on October 2, 1916, by Harry M. Wegeforth, M.D, and has an 11-member Board...

San Diego Zoo Safari Park The Safari Park is an expansive wildlife sanctuary that is home to more than 3,000 animals representing more than 300 species. Its renowned botanical collection represents 3,500 species and 1.75 million specimens. Over half of the Park’s...

San Ysidro Health (formerly San Ysidro Health Center) is a non-profit organization committed to providing high quality, compassionate, accessible and affordable health care services for the entire family. The mission of San Ysidro Health is to improve the health and...

Saved in America is a California Non- Profit Organization of Former Police Officers and Navy SEALs turned Licensed Private Investigators who assist Parents and Law Enforcement in locating Missing & Exploited Children Runaway and missing children are highly at-risk...

Genuine people with a real passion for aviation, customer service, and the San Diego community. It’s no mystery why Schubach Aviation is San Diego’s first choice for private air charter service. We’re San Diego grown and passionate about what we do. Since 1992 we’ve...

Seven Mile Casino is an upscale, exclusive gambling club, restaurant & bar. California Blackjack, Baccarat, Pai Gow and Poker. Open 24 hours a day, this club offers card games such as blackjack & poker, plus drinks & food. 285 Bay Blvd Chula Vista, CA...

At Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, we do more than care for our community — we're a part of this community. With the largest selection of health care services in San Diego's South Bay, we bring wellness and healing close to home. And as a Designated Planetree...

SK Clinic; Cosmetic and Reconstructive Excellence. We specialize in all aspects of reconstructive and cosmetic surgery at SK Clinic in La Jolla, San Diego. Our goal with every cosmetic surgery procedure at our San Diego area clinic is to achieve a positive, natural...

Sony Corporation (ソニー株式会社 Sonī Kabushiki Kaisha, /ˈsoʊni/ SOH-nee, commonly known as Sony and stylized as SONY) is a Japanese multinational conglomerate corporation headquartered in Kōnan, Minato, Tokyo. Its diversified business includes consumer and professional...

Soroptimist International of La Jolla (SILJ) was founded and chartered by Genevieve "Jenny" Ferguson on May 2, 1947. One of 1,300 clubs worldwide, we have studied the needs in our community, identified other non-profits who share our mission, and worked with them by...

South Bay Community Services provides the most comprehensive range of services and programs for children, youth and families in San Diego County’s southern region. Our programs are for everyone at anytime in their lives when they need it the most. With our generous...

The Mission of Southwest Airlines The mission of Southwest Airlines is dedication to the highest quality of Customer Service delivered with a sense of warmth, friendliness, individual pride, and Company Spirit. To Our Employees We are committed to provide our...

In 1966, the Religious of the Society of the Sacred Heart created a program in El Cajon, California for preschool children with developmental disabilities.  It began with one classroom and eight students.  The first director of St. Madeleine Sophie’s Center (SMSC) was...

Feel at home as you walk through the doors of Sycuan Casino, San Diego’s top choice for fun and excitement in a casual environment. Located in the heart of America’s finest city, Sycuan Casino began as a humble Bingo Palace back in 1983. Now, it has become a community...

THE COUNTRY FRIENDS was formed in 1954 to fulfill a need to "help others to help themselves". The organization owns and operates a Consignment Shop to raise funds to accomplish that mission. It is the largest source of funds, producing over two-thirds of the annual...

The Westgate Hotel in San Diego, California offers the luxury and pleasures of the world’s finest metropolitan hotels, and the best of Southern California! The Westgate Hotel is located minutes from the airport and the San Diego Convention Center, steps from the...

Retail and wholesale showroom of home fabrics, leather, wallpapers and custom furniture. Threads 4250 Morena Blvd, Ste F San Diego, California 92117 www.threadsfurniture.wixsite.com/thread

Tiffany & Co. History The 1830s in New York City were a time of dynamic growth and golden opportunity for anyone with a little capital and an abundance of imagination. In 1837 New York became the proving ground for 25-year-old Charles Lewis Tiffany and John B....

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A living memorial to the Holocaust, the United States Holocaust Memorial Museum inspires citizens and leaders worldwide to confront hatred, prevent genocide, and promote human dignity. Federal support guarantees the Museum’s permanent place on the National Mall, and...

United Way of San Diego County has stayed vital to this community since 1920 for good reason: we know how to put the right people together with the right resources to make the right things happen. Right now, our ultimate focus is to help San Diego’s children and...

The University of San Diego sets the standard for an engaged, contemporary Catholic university where innovative changemakers confront humanity's urgent challenges. USD is dedicated to the values originally articulated by its founders, Bishop Charles Francis Buddy of...

San Diego's Leading Spanish-language Radio Group. Since 1998, our two stations, Que Buena 106.5 FM and 102.9 Amor KLQV-FM have been home to the city's most popular Spanish-language programming.   Univision Radio San Diego Contact Info www.univision.com

USO San Diego has been in existence since 1941 and serves active-duty military, Healing Heroes, military families and Families of the Fallen. Our Vision USO San Diego is a premier USO Chartered Center providing morale and support services, as well as a “home away from...

Voices for Children transforms the lives of abused, abandoned, or neglected children by providing them with trained, volunteer Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs). Vision: Voices for Children believes that every child deserves a safe and permanent home and, to...

Founded in 1976, Walden Family Services is a nationally-recognized foster care, adoption, and youth services agency that shares Henry David Thoreau’s vision for personal growth, our individual rights and responsibilities as members of a community, and a life that...

The name Wells Fargo is forever linked with the image of a six-horse stagecoach thundering across the American West, loaded with gold. The full history, over more than 160 years, is rich in detail with great events in America’s history. From the Gold Rush to the early...

The hottest emerging artists and the stars you already love. And that’s just the  beginning. This is a party that completely takes over San Diego’s waterfront & downtown. Most festivals pull you out to deserted locations, whereas Wonderfront integrates one of...