How to Help

Together, We can Strengthen Military Families

The Armed Services YMCA San Diego works to address the challenges of military service by ensuring no military family is left behind. For 80 years, we have been strengthening our military families with the help and generosity of our valued donors.

Relocations, deployments, and frequent training in the field present unique challenges to our service members, impacting spousal employment opportunities, family bonding, and financial well-being. At times, they struggle to fully provide the basics for themselves or their families.

In close coordination with installation commanders, we tailor our programming to fill the highest priority gaps with low and no-cost programs and services, including child care, emergency food and clothing assistance, education programs, and family and youth programs.

Service members sacrifice daily for our freedom. Your support makes a world of difference. Please get involved today.

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More ways to make an impact

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MONTHLY GIVING

Your sustained giving is the foundation of support that empowers young people, enriches our community, and ensures we leave no military family behind.

Give Monthly
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INDIVIDUAL GIVING

Your one-time donation helps military families overcome unique challenges and enriches the lives of local youth and seniors, providing programs and services to help them thrive.

Give Today
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IN MEMORY/HONOR OF

Honor veterans or those currently serving, with a gift in their name to help other service members and military families by supporting critical programs and services.

Give in Their Honor

Volunteer Your Time

The Armed Services YMCA depends on volunteers to help implement programs and services to strengthen military families. Will you join our forces? Visit our Volunteer page to learn more or apply to be a volunteer.

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WORK WITH US

At the Armed Services YMCA San Diego, joining our team is more than just a job. It’s also a sense of purpose in any role you choose to apply for within the organization; an opportunity to work with a passionate team driven to fulfill our mission to serve; and a well-established culture of caring and focus on working together to meet and exceed our goals.

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