Lucky Duck Foundation

The Lucky Ducklings are soaring into action! With an inspiring kick-off meeting led by former NFL great Terrell Fletcher, these incredible students have already volunteered 450+ hours at 6 community events—and they’re just getting started! This Giving Tuesday, the Lucky Ducklings are stepping up even more. Each chapter is raising funds for sleeping bag coats to help San Diego’s homeless population stay warm this winter.

Together, we can ensure no one is left out in the cold. Every donation through December 15th will be TRIPLED?up to $150,000?thanks to the incredible generosity of?San Diego Foundation and our co-founders. Your gift will help provide sleeping bag coats—a life-changing resource for those living on the streets. Give today:?https://buff.ly/4hNe0cz??

Friendship is a gift, a chance to learn, grow, and support one another. Meg and Star are participating in our Be A Friend program through Urban Street Angels, Inc. where they are building a foundation of encouragement and true connection. Join us in changing lives through the power of friendship: https://buff.ly/4eK5rwe

While Black Friday and Cyber Monday are about filling carts, Giving Tuesday is about filling hearts. This year, you can make a difference with your donation to provide warmth to our homeless population in San Diego County. All donations are TRIPLED?up to $150,000?through December 15th thanks to San Diego Foundation and Lucky Duck Foundation co-founders??? Please, share your luck with a donation today: https://bit.ly/3YPFGEY

Foster Futures is an intensive homelessness prevention and diversion program that will provide support for at least 50 of San Diego’s highest risk former foster youth. We are proud to partner with Promises2Kids and Regional Task Force on Homelessness to support housing stability for each participant by increasing their ability to earn higher wages, secure career focused jobs, increase their financial literacy, access community resources, and develop a strong support system through mentoring. Learn more about this program here: https://buff.ly/3UynLBn #NationalHomelessYouthAwarenessMonth

Giving Tuesday is almost here, and your support can help us reach even more people in San Diego who need warmth and shelter. With your help, we’re able to distribute?life-saving?sleeping bag coats from Empowerment Plan that offer vital warmth and comfort to?homeless San Diegans. Each coat makes a real difference, especially as temperatures drop. All Giving Tuesday donations will be triple-matched up to $150,000 through December 15, thanks to San Diego Foundation, who is matching Giving Tuesday donations up to $150,000, and LDF's co-founders, who match all donations up to $1.5 million per year.?You don’t have to wait until Giving Tuesday for your donation to be tripled - you can?give today?through December 15 and your gift will be tripled: https://buff.ly/4hNe0cz

November is #NationalHomelessYouthAwarenessMonth—a reminder that 4.2 million young people experience homelessness every year. That's 4.2 million young lives facing uncertainty, hardship, and the urgent need for support. Please share your luck by making a donation to support our mission. Every dollar brings us one step closer to changing lives and offering hope: https://buff.ly/3Z6Tr3z

Today, we honor the incredible legacy of Peter Seidler, whose dedication and compassion in addressing homelessness left an indelible mark on our community. Two days ago, we held the first?“The?Peter Seidler?Way?Symposium on Homelessness,"?renamed in his honor, to reflect the tireless?and positive?commitment. As a pivotal member of our Executive Committee and co-founder of the “Tuesday Group,” Peter inspired us with his relentless optimism and unwavering focus on meaningful change. Peter’s legacy will forever guide us, strengthening our resolve to prevent and reduce suffering for our unsheltered neighbors. We remain deeply committed to perpetuating?the?his?values?that make up The Peter Seidler Way, including but not limited to?“best in class strategies,” being doers not talkers, having a bias for action with no concern for credit, and a willingness to hold elected officials accountable.?Thank you, Peter, for leading the way.?#ThePeterSeidlerWay

Join us for a night of comedy and compassion with Rand Comedy Productions’ Comedy for a Cause show, benefitting The Lucky Duck Foundation! When you grab a ticket, you're not only in for an evening of laughs, but you’re also directly supporting our mission to prevent and alleviate the suffering of homelessness across San Diego County. Get your ticket here: https://buff.ly/3UKF0iQ

This Veterans Day, we honor the service and sacrifices of all who have served our country. As we reflect on their bravery, we’re also reminded of the struggles many face after returning home. Over 10,980 veterans in California are experiencing homelessness, a heartbreaking reality that calls for action. Today, let’s not only thank them but work to provide every veteran the stability and support they deserve. ???? This is a day to reflect, to appreciate, and to commit to ensuring no veteran is left behind.