211 San Diego

Are you passionate about making community connections and creating a positive impact in your community? 

Consider donating to 211 San Diego, a nonprofit organization dedicated to seamlessly connecting individuals in need with important community, health, and social resources and services. By supporting 211 San Diego, you can help transform the lives of individuals and families while strengthening our community. 

At 211 San Diego we believe access to health and social services provides a foundation for individuals and families to build and sustain healthy lives, so we're collaborating with service providers in the San Diego region to build a more efficient, equitable, and accessible system of care that addresses the whole health of a person through integrated person-centered care. As a nonprofit, our services are at no cost and available in more than 200 languages, 24/7.

Your donation will enable 211 San Diego to continue bridging the gaps and making a difference for countless individuals and families in San Diego County. Join us in building a stronger, more connected community today.

Navigation, Referral, and Enrollment Services Many individuals and families face complex challenges that require navigating a maze of social services and programs. 211 San Diego's highly trained specialists offer personalized assistance, helping individuals navigate through available resources, understand eligibility criteria, and connect them to the most appropriate services for their needs. We also offer application assistance for public programs ranging from CalFresh to rental assistance (when available) to discounted utility assistance.  Your donation supports the ongoing training and development of these specialists, ensuring they can continue to provide valuable guidance and support.

Enhance Disaster Response Capabilities 211 San Diego provides crucial disaster and public health emergency services. During emergencies or disasters, we work closely with local governments and first responders, providing real-time information and assistance to ensure people receive the help they require. For example, during the pandemic, we shared information about testing sites, vaccination centers, and safety guidelines. We also scheduled appointments for vaccinations, signed homebound individuals up for in-home vaccinations, coordinated delivery of food pantry boxes to isolated individuals, and completed rental and utility assistance applications for those without digital access or digital literacy.  Your donation helps strengthen our disaster and emergency response capabilities to be even more effective in times of disasters and other emergencies.

Catalyze Systems Change 211 San Diego collects and analyzes data on community needs, service gaps, and emerging trends. This information is crucial for identifying systemic issues and advocating for necessary changes in policies and resource allocation. We also founded and steward the Community Information Exchange (CIE)®, the first CIE in the nation, which  By donating, you contribute to the ongoing research and data analysis efforts of 211 San Diego, enabling them to identify areas of improvement and work towards creating a stronger, more resilient community.