Thank You, CRC Volunteers!

During Volunteer Appreciation Month, we're grateful to our compassionate community of volunteers. Whether guiding neighbors through our pantry with dignity, sorting donations in our resale stores, mentoring youth, or supporting our events and programs, you make a difference every day. In 2024, 1,087 volunteers contributed 25,211 hours—a value of $973,397 to CRC programs! Thank you for powering our mission.

Volunteer hour value based on $38.61/hour (Independent Sector, California average)

CEO Blog: Recognizing the Heart of Our Community

In his latest blog, our CEO John Van Cleef shares:

"To every volunteer – past, present, and future –thank you. You are the love, light, and life of this organization. We simply couldn’t do it without you."

Spotlight on Volunteers

Each month we highlight a Volunteer of the Month and each year a Volunteer of the Year.  

Read their stories, see their impact and discover what inspires their dedication in our blog.

Campaign Spotlight: Donor-Advised Funds

We connected with Lane Macy Kiefaber, Executive Director of Coastal Community Foundation at the San Diego Foundation, to explore how donor-advised funds can offer a strategic way to support CRC’s capital campaign. Lane shares, "CRC’s new campus initiative is not just about constructing a building, it’s about creating a safe and resource-rich environment for individuals and families facing domestic violence, hunger, and housing insecurity."

Connect with us at these upcoming events!

April 26 (Saturday), 9 AM – 5 PM: Encinitas Spring Street Fair

Stop by our booth to learn more about CRC's programs and resources!

April 26 (Saturday), 11 AM – 3 PM: Solidarity and Strength Festival at Palomar College

Join us for an inspiring community celebration!

April 27 (Sunday), 2 – 4 PM: Encinitas Union School District (EUSD) Family Fun Day & Resource Fair

CRC will have a booth providing resources for EUSD families.

May 1 (Thursday), 4 – 5 PM: CRC Tour of our Food & Nutrition Center

May 10 (Saturday): Stamp Out Hunger Postal Food Drive

Leave non-perishable food by your mailbox for letter carriers to collect—every donation helps stock local food banks, including CRC, and feed neighbors in need.