CRC March Newsletter

Program Update

Donna's Journey of Hope and Home

Donna overcame homelessness, trauma and health obstacles to secure a safe home again, finding compassion and hope at CRC along the way. Read Donna's story of resilience and heartfelt gratitude.

Read Donna's Story

Homelessness Prevention and Assistance

CRC helps households experiencing homelessness, and those at risk of experiencing homelessness, with housing resources, rental assistance, financial education and individualized support. For assistance, please call us at (760) 300-3238, visit our Social Services office at 650 2nd Street, Encinitas or contact us at: [email protected].

CRC's Housing Assistance Programs

The Latest News

CEO Blog: The Power of Survivors

"In the weeks since celebrating International Women's Day, it's essential to continue recognizing the strength and resilience of women worldwide. From my perspective of the world at Community Resource Center, I am particularly moved by the courage of women who are survivors of domestic violence..." Read more in John's CEO blog post.

Read John's Message

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Encinitas Girl Scouts Support CRC

A special shoutout to sweet support from the Encinitas Girl Scouts! Read how the local troops are helping neighbors in need with hygiene items and bringing joy to participants at CRC in this story in the Encinitas Advocate. Girl Scouts of the USA

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Capital Campaign Update

Campaign Spotlight: Patricia Moore and Helmut Kiffmann

In this Campaign Spotlight, we highlight the incredible contributions of Patricia Moore and Helmut Kiffmann, long-time CRC volunteers and donors, whose significant support has been pivotal to our Capital Campaign’s success. Pat and Helmut shared:

“What we both value from our involvement with CRC is that we are helping people right here where we live … We view CRC as the heart of Encinitas and North County ...”

Read more from Pat and Helmut about why they are involved with CRC and support the capital campaign. We’re also excited to share a preview of the Patricia Moore and Helmut Kiffmann Rooftop Terrace.

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If you’d like to learn more about CRC’s capital campaign, how you can support our shared vision for a new campus, and what naming opportunities are available, please visit the?campaign website?or email [email protected].

Partner Spotlight

We are grateful for the generous support?received from these partners in February:

Oberto Family Charitable Fund

Bellon Family Gift Fund

Funding from our partners supports CRC’s mission to help our neighbors create paths to healthy food, stable homes and safe relationships.?

Veracyte Putt-Putt Tournament Drives Support for CRC

Recently, more than 200 Veracyte, Inc. team members came together for a unique team-building activity: miniature golf with a creative twist. The course was constructed using canned food! Read more about their event that resulted in the donation of 3,400 cans of food to CRC. Reach out to us at [email protected] to learn how you can host your own fundraiser or donation drive!

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Events

Join Us at CRC Tea

Saturday, April 20, 2024 at 11:30 a.m.

Fairbanks Ranch Country Club?

We invite you to make meaningful moments at our 29th Annual CRC Tea fundraiser. Tickets sell out each year! Purchase your tickets by April 2 or make a gift today.

Support CRC Tea

Join us for a Tour

Wednesday, April 25, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.

If you haven’t visited CRC recently, now is a great time to take another tour! Register to take a tour of our Food & Nutrition Center and learn more about our mission and programs. You'll see the impact of your support and learn more about our strategic priorities and our capital campaign to build a new campus.

Register for the Tour

Kendra Scott Gives Back Online

Kendra Scott UTC will donate 20% of proceeds from purchases made at our CRC Tea and online at KendraScott.com April 20-21. Please use the promo code GIVEBACK-GABTY at checkout to ensure that 20% of your purchase benefits CRC.?

Get Involved

Spring Cleaning? Donate to Our Stores!

Doing some spring cleaning? Consider bringing your gently-loved items to our Resale Stores! We welcome donations Wednesday through Saturday, 10 AM-2 PM (11 AM at San Marcos).

Visit our Resale Stores

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Become a CRC Partner

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.

Become a Partner

Looking for another way to get your business or organization involved? We also welcome give-back events or food donation drives as ways to partner with CRC. Please contact us at [email protected] to learn more.

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