We’re thrilled to (finally) announce a new addition to our executive team, Kyra Seay! As Associate Director of City Heights Community Development Corporation, Kyra strives to bring perspective and a voice of clarity that champions and centers racial equity within organizational transformation..
Read More"Running has always been important to me, but what I came to realize after coaching for City Heights Runners is that running is more than just about getting faster, it’s about becoming a more resilient and strong person.”
Read MoreThe Second City Heights Listening Session will be held virtually via Zoom and take place Thursday August 18th, 2022 from 5:00PM to 6:30PM. The first 40 participants who RSVP and participate throughout the session will have a $25 gift card mailed to compensate for their time and valuable input.
Read More“My family and I were evicted just a few years after we moved to the United States. I was around 8 years old, maybe younger, and it was traumatic. You don't forget those things…”
Read MoreCity Heights is made up of resilient warriors. Signs of persistent hope are around every corner: the immigrant parents working to provide for their kids; the first-generation college student battling self-doubt and obscurity; the business owner believing in their business prospects.
Read MoreAccording to Vision to Learn, more than 2 million children in the U.S. do not have the glasses they need to see the board, read a book, or participate in class and they're working to meet that need.
Read More“I have the privilege of accompanying students in a high challenge, yet high support context, and to watch them become more resilient, self-confident, empathetic, and gain greater social and emotional capacity…"
Read MoreThanks to all who joined us for the return of Transit & Tacos!
Over 90 people spoke up for a more ‘joyful and just’ transit experience in their community, writing down ideas for transit improvements and sharing experiences around tables.
Read More“I’ve always loved fixing things. Sometimes I fix people’s phones or computers and don’t charge them, this stuff is fun for me. Of course I need to make money and pay my bills, but I’m doing work I really enjoy and that’s a great thing.” —Tiger, owner of California Computer
Read MoreThe SD Food Justice Project is the latest chapter in to our long-term food security efforts in City Heights and beyond, and our Economic Development team is working hard to find the first 100 small business applicants with priority focus on marginalized business owners and supporting the entrepreneurship of individuals with limited English proficiency, regardless of immigration or citizenship status.
Read MoreAfter nearly three years, August 4th will see the return of an in-person Transit & Tacos! This award-winning engagement series will allow for City Heights residents to shape our transit system all while enjoying free tacos!
Read MoreFor many San Diegans, time on the beach is essential to daily life, promoting mental and physical health—not to mention all the memories! Yet for many low income communities, beach access is out of reach, and it’s that inequity that led to the Silver Strand 4 All Campaign.
Read MoreThis award-winning 12 minute documentary features in-depth interviews with community leaders of City Heights from 1978-2018 who refused to allow their neighborhood to be divided by a new freeway. In response, they organized and developed an alternative plan—The Visions Project.
Read MoreJoin the Built Environment Team this Thursday (tomorrow) to learn how we can elevate City Heights' transportation priorities in the upcoming South Bay to Sorrento CMCP draft!
Read MoreThanks to all who made this second annual Street Food Fest and 40th birthday such a success. This work began four decades ago in City Heights, when a handful of neighbors committed to working together to make life better for all.
Read More“…there is no greater joy for me than watching another person conquer exactly what they believed impossible!” Intern and running coach, Destenie Reyes, shares her experience working with City Heights youth.
Read MoreIn honor of our 40th anniversary, we’re sharing 40 stories of community—this is story #14 but you can see them all here. Thanks for reading, and thanks for 40 amazing years! Now a few words from former colleague and forever community ally and friend, Anastasia Brewster.
Read MoreMy name is Destenie, but I prefer Des.
I was born in Orange, California, and raised in Tijuana/San Diego. I was a 4th grader when my family moved to Tijuana following my stepdad’s deportation, a move that impacted the core of who I am today.
Read MoreJune 11th marked the return of the Mid-City Community Bike ride. Over 60 community members from all ages joined as we had so much riding around the Mid-City area!
Read MoreLocal food businesses set up their food trucks and booths offering cuisines like Thai, Mexican, Jamaican, Vietnamese, Somali, Japanese, and from many other cultures!
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