CRC Impact: Greg's Story, Volunteer of the Year and More
Community Resource Center
CRC's mission is to help our neighbors create paths to healthy food, stable homes and safe relationships.
Your Community Impact
Greg's Story: Finding a Stable Home
After four years experiencing homelessness, Greg found a caring community at CRC and now has a safe place to call home. In his own words to his case manager: “Thank you from the bottom of my heart. I am so grateful for your time and all your help. You are like a guardian angel.” Read more about Greg's journey.
Celebrating Our 2024 Volunteer of the Year: Lee Auerbach
From volunteering in our Food Pantry to leading group activities, Lee has made an incredible impact on our community. He shared: “Through CRC, I can share my heart, fill hungry stomachs, build relationships, and create a safe space for our community." Congratulations and thank you, Lee!
Making a Difference
Thank You to Exposure Skate for Raising Awareness & Support
The 13th Annual Exposure Skate event for women and nonbinary skaters raised awareness and critical support for CRC's domestic violence services. Read insights from Carol Cianfarani, a longtime supporter and the namesake of Carol’s House, who spoke at the event alongside Exposure Skate executive director, Amelia Brodka.
Local Donation Drives Support CRC!
Support our community by donating to these local drives:
Coldwell Banker Realty Encinitas: Collecting non-perishable food items at Stater Brothers Encinitas, December 5 and 6.
Pilates Leucadia: Collecting our top 10 needed food pantry items now through November 18.
Lemongrass Center: Collecting new king and queen sized blankets now through November 22.
If you'd like to host a drive, please contact us at [email protected] to learn more!
Ways to Give
You Can Brighten the Season for Households in Need
Our?42nd Annual Holiday Baskets?will bring joy to local neighbors in need. You can help ensure every household has a meaningful holiday experience.?Please consider making a contribution today to fill holiday carts with items that bring comfort and choice to local households.
One 2023 participant shared, “Being on a very low income, being able to receive the holiday basket adds a little more holiday cheer and a few more smiles for me and my daughter.”
Wish List with Impact
This holiday season, we're sharing opportunities where your generosity can support specific initiatives. If you would like to support part of any of these needs, please reach out to Debbie Murray, Chief Philanthropy Officer, at?[email protected]?or call (760) 546-2537.
Shopping Experience for CRC Clients at Holiday Baskets: $64,000
You can help hundreds of households – CRC clients – during the holidays by making a gift to support our Holiday Baskets Program. The shopping experience makes it possible for families and individuals to select the items they want and need the most, but we need your help! Consider partnering with friends, family, or colleagues by fundraising to help reach the goal together. Give to Holiday Baskets or Start a Fundraiser
CRC Staff Manager Training: $15,000
As CRC grows, so too does our need to provide ongoing training for our managers. Your gift can help provide relevant training for current and new managers to effectively lead their teams. By investing in our managers, you ensure they are equipped to deliver the best care for the individuals and families we serve, ultimately enhancing our impact in the community. Every contribution, no matter the amount, makes a difference.
New Signage for CRC Resale Stores: $11,725
CRC’s three resale stores are in need of new signage to help our stores attract more buyer traffic and thus create more funding for our organization! Your gift of support can provide new store front signs, a monument sign at the San Marcos store, interior mission signs for Carlsbad and San Marcos, and parking lot signage for all three stores.
Jingle & Mingle?– November 18 deadline to purchase tickets!
Join us on Thursday, December 5, to celebrate the season with fellow CRC supporters. Enjoy festive fun, great company, and an inspiring program featuring a participant speaker—all while making a meaningful impact! Get your tickets today to join us for a night filled with joy and community.
Give Smart, Give Back with an IRA
If you're 70? or older, you can transfer up to $105,000 total from your IRA to charity annually. This Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) is a simple way to give back. If you choose to give in this way, we recommend implementing your gift by mid-December to ensure processing by year-end. Please consult your tax advisor before making any decisions. For details, visit the IRS website.
Annual Partnerships
Let's make a meaningful impact together! Become a CRC Annual Partner to receive enhanced visibility and recognition throughout the year in our community-focused communications and special events. Contact us at [email protected] to learn more or visit our Partnerships page.
Thank you for Supporting Community Resource Center!
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Domestic Violence Hotline: (877) 633-1112