Impact - SBCS

Touching the lives of over 50,000 annually

SBCS believes that big change starts with demonstrated success by-the-numbers. With our rich history and deep experience in the region, we take a data-driven approach to our community-based efforts to ensure that every dollar counts in providing our comprehensive range of services for children, youth, and families. This approach is how we touch the lives of over 50,000 annually and counting.

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NEARLY 50 YEARS SERVING THE REGION

In 1971, our organization began its work as “Our House” — a drop-in center in the City of Chula Vista providing counseling and rehabilitation for teens struggling with drug abuse.

500+

Staff Throughout the Region

We have over 500 dedicated staff working throughout the region, including schools, police departments, family resource centers and affordable housing locations. Our team is 100% fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Our main location is in the heart of the City of Chula Vista.

16%

Of area residents live in poverty

16% of area residents (and 1 in 5 children) live in poverty. We believe our community is dependent on the health and well-being of all, which is why we work to provide food, shelter and health services throughout the region.

SBCS transforms communities to support the well-being and prosperity of children, youth and families in San Diego County. Through comprehensive and coordinated services and supports, we assist all individuals and communities to reach their fullest potential. Together with our generous supporters and community partners, we provide a variety of services for those in need, including:

– Housing assistance

– Independent living skills

– Employment readiness

– Financial literacy services

– Mental health counseling

– Domestic violence & child abuse intervention

– Juvenile crime prevention

– Therapeutic educational programming

– Meals and nutritional support

In 2018-2019

1102

Individuals housed

698

Emergency calls for domestic violence response answered

108

Youth trained in academic, work and life skills through LEAP

60000

Individuals received access to food

2500

Families served through youth prevention and intervention programs

Our Data Driven Approach

SBCS believes that the best way to achieve sustainable results is through a data-driven approach. The proof is in the numbers. By tracking our community investments and measuring outcomes, we ensure that only tried-and-true methods get funded and that every dollar counts.

3-Year housing stability for families receiving Permanent Supportive Housing 100%
Youth-in-Transition participants accessing medical care 100%
Families in transitional housing finding permanent housing 83%