• The San Diego Coalition for the Homeless was the delighted recipient of an anonymous donation of $5,000 in February! To the donor who was so kind, we extend our heartfelt thanks and gratitude for this generous gift.
• Sempra Energy and Energy for Others are hosting agency fairs on May 23 and 24 for approximately 20 social service agencies. The Coalition was invited to participate at the fairs to tell their employees about what we do and become a part of employee payroll donations.
• The Coalition will begin issuing emergency hotel vouchers this month.
• Henry’s Marketplace in Chula Vista and East Lake donated 12,000 plastic bags to be used at our at our pantry and monthly Food Bank distribution. They also will begin delivering food for our pantry.
• Several grants requesting funding for salaries have been submitted to hire an office manager on a full-time basis. If we receive awards, we are looking to expand our hours and services with increased efficiency.
• Major partner Heart to Heart International shipped two pallets of gift bags and Christmas items for our party this December. Last year, Heart to Heart shipped over $44,000 worth of materials for distribution to the needy and Christmas party materials.

_{Unloading Heart to Heart’s generous donations for the Christmas party}

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