As part of our charity initiative, San Diego Beer News Gives Back, we have established online fundraisers for a quartet of local causes and non-profit organizations nominated by San Diego County breweries. This week, we are spotlighting the great work of non-profit organization Paving Great Futures.
From December 26 to January 1, San Diego Beer News will match donations made to that non-profit via our GoFundMe fundraiser *, which was organized in collaboration with the Paving Great Futures after they were nominated for their excellent work by Chula Vista Brewery.
Paving Great Futures’ goal is to increase the health and wealth in underserved communities in order for marginalized, at-risk individuals to thrive socially, economically and politically. By addressing all of these areas, the organization’s comprehensive work experience programs transform misguided young people into productive and empowered community leaders capable of guiding relevant and lasting changes.
Paving Great Futures’ focuses on six core competencies: entrepreneurship, job readiness, financial literacy, responsible life skills, community service and civic engagement.
“Donations will be used to increase the health and wealth in underserved communities through funding our main program, Core6, where we train participants on our six core competencies,” says Paving Great Futures Chief Operations Officer Janell Davis. “This program offers supportive services for marginalized individuals, such as transportation, food, security, work clothing, housing, stipends and more.”
Furthermore, Paving Great Futures’ Core6 Microenterprise Program supports budding entrepreneurs with mentorship guidance through strategic planning, business registration, permitting, licensing, finance and operations.
HOW YOU CAN HELP
- Donating to the online fundraiser (there is no minimum, and every little bit helps)
- Sharing the link to the fundraiser via email and social media
- Getting involved with this terrific organization (click here for options)
On behalf of Paving Great Futures, thank you for your consideration. Best wishes to you and yours for a happy, healthy holiday season!
* NOTE: SDBN will match all donations made to Paving Great Futures via this fundraiser up to $250.