Holiday Campaign 2019
As we approach 2020, we celebrate the remarkable journey of the people we serve in our domestic violence and homelessness programs. Their stories of bravery, strength and tenacity against all odds are powerful reminders of the impact we can have together.
Your support this holiday season will provide a critical lifeline to individuals and families escaping domestic violence and homelessness. Together, we can strengthen our community and provide lasting freedom from violence and abuse.
Celine’s Story
Celine overcame significant hurdles to bring her family to safety. She and her young children suffered years of physical, psychological, and emotional abuse before coming to our Vi McKinney Becky’s House® Shelter. When her abuser tried to strangle her daughter, Celine knew they had to escape. She fled without a support network or financial resources and didn’t know if they could survive on their own.
With guidance from our domestic violence team, Celine worked through custody and immigration legal challenges, counseling to help them heal, and learning a new language and culture. Her children found comfort in safe housing and school activities. Soon thereafter, Celine enrolled in nursing school and saved enough income to move into their own apartment. She now eagerly awaits approval of her work visa. Her children are thriving again and she is determined to start her new career and strengthen her family.
“I am so grateful for YWCA. Without your support, I wouldn’t have been able to leave and start over. You helped me protect my children and learn how to provide for them on my own. I know now that I am strong and more than capable of taking care of my family and giving them a better future.”
Will you join us this holiday season and give safer and brighter futures to survivors like Celine and her children?
How You Can Help
FINANCIAL SUPPORT
Give the gift of safety, strength, and self-reliance through a tax-deductible contribution. Our generous supporters, Joan Waitt and Sharp HealthCare, will double your impact by matching your donation — up to $40,000 for gifts received by December 31, 2019! With your support, we can provide life-changing services to help more families achieve lasting freedom from violence and abuse.
HOLIDAY GIFTS
Bring holiday cheer to the children, teenagers and adults in YWCA’s Becky’s House® Domestic Violence and Rapid Re-Housing Programs by donating new, unwrapped gifts or new household goods to our families as they rebuild their lives and establish their own homes.
Donations can be dropped off, by appointment only, by contacting Darlene Moreno at 619.239.0355 x225 or dmoreno@ywcasandiego.org.
Household Goods, new items only
- Cookware, dinnerware, and flatware sets
- Comforters, bed linens, blankets, pillows (twin and full size only)
- Bath towels, bath mats, shower curtains, soap dispensers
- Kitchen towels, cooking utensils, oven mitts
- Toasters and toaster ovens (small size only)
- Microwave ovens (small countertop size only)
Adults, new and unwrapped; all genders
- Gift cards (increments of $10 – $25 preferred; Visa, Amazon, Target, Walmart, Best Buy, Macy’s, etc.)
- Bluetooth speakers, MP3 players, headphones, USB portable chargers, fitness trackers, small electronics
- Movie, theater, and entertainment tickets
- Journals, sketchbooks, writing sets, adult coloring books
- Robes, pajamas, slippers
- Purses, wallets, jewelry, watches
- Cosmetics, bath/lotion/fragrance gift sets
- Hair trimming and shaving kits
- Blow dryers, flat irons, curling irons
Teens, new and unwrapped; all genders
- Bluetooth speakers, MP3 players, headphones, USB portable chargers, fitness trackers, small electronics
- Movie, theater, and entertainment tickets
- Journals, sketchbooks, writing sets, art kits
- Cosmetics, jewelry, watches
Children, new and unwrapped; all genders
- Baby toys, building blocks, learning toys, stuffed animals
- Books (non-denominational)
- Art, science, and educational sets
- Toy cars, trucks, trains
- Assorted toys and games for all ages (Mattel, Disney, Lego, PAW Patrol, Power Wheels, Fisher Price, Marvel, Hello Kitty, etc.)
On behalf of the individuals and families we serve, thank you for your support!
