East County Magazine
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: FAITH IN TRYING TIMES
East County News Service April 28, 2020 (El Cajon) – Robert Gehr of El Cajon sent in this image taken at Christ Church Unity in El Cajon, which he titled “Finding strength in faith during these trying times.” Printer-friendly version
SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION APPROVES $5 MILLION FOR INTEREST-FREE LOANS FOR NONPROFITS
Source: San Diego Foundation April 28, 2020 (San Diego) – Today the San Diego Foundation Board of Governors announced it approved $5 million to support short-term, interest-free loans to San Diego County nonprofit organizations impacted by COVID-19. The $5 million investment from The Foundation, which will specifically fund nonprofit organizations throughout San Diego County, complements a separate $5 million recently approved by the San Diego County Board of Supervisors that supports small businesses located in unincorporated areas
FOOD INSECURITY, LACK OF RESOURCES TOP ISSUES FOR IMMIGRANTS DURING PANDEMIC
By Kendra Sitton for East County Magazine Photo: Syrian refugee children in El Cajon, by Rachel Williams April 22, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) — While it may be true that a virus cannot discriminate, the structural inequalities already in place are exacerbated in a crisis. Groups already in a precarious position are more vulnerable than ever. Among these at-risk
A MEATY CHANGE: COUNTY FAIR’S FFA MARKET ANIMALS TO BE JUDGED & AUCTIONED VIRTUALLY DUE TO COVID
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson (Photo, at left, courtesy of Taryl Townsend) April 21, 2020 (Lakeside) – For East County kids who raise pigs, cattle, sheep or goats through the Future Farmers of America program, a highlight each year is the live auction of their animals at the San Diego County Junior Fair. But due to the fair’s cancellation amid the
COVID-19 EMERGENCY ALLOTMENTS FOR CALFRESH RECIPIENTS
East County News Service April 21, 2020 (San Diego) – In April, CalFresh recipients will receive an Emergency Allotment (EA) on their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card. This benefit was authorized by House Resolution 6201 – The Families First Act signed into law on March 18, 2020 in response to the COVID-19 Public Health Emergency. There will be two EA’s issued;
LA MESA SUNRISE ROTARY MEMBERS FIND FRUITFUL WAY TO HELP COMMUNITY DURING PANDEMIC
Produce for Polio now Produce for COVID-19 By Dr. Jeffrey Hall, President of La Mesa Sunrise Rotary April 19, 2020 (La Mesa) — Over the years, members of the La Mesa Sunrise Rotary Club have brought fruits and vegetables from their own gardens to the meetings. Members would take the fruit and give a donation to the club
IMMIGRANT ACTIVIST TO NEWSOM: OUTREACH NEEDED TO OVERCOME FEAR OF TESTING
By Chris Stone, Times of San Diego, a member of the San Diego Online News Network Photo: Enrique Morones, shown at a Waterfront Park rally in 2018, reminds state officials: “By helping the undocumented community, you’re really helping yourself.” Photo by Chris Stone April 19, 2020 (San Diego) – Among Gov. Gavin Newsom’s indicators to be used before stay-at-home orders can be eased
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: EASTER LAMBS
East County News Service April 18, 2020 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – Photographer Debbie Merrill writes, “While on a `Sanity drive’ on Easter Sunday, we spotted a small group of Desert Bighorns below Desert View Tower on the boulders along the highway. I was able to get quite a few pictures before they moved over the ridgeline. Easter lambs!”
JANTZ FAMILY LAUNCHES GO FUND ME SITE FOR GROSSMONT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION FOOD PANTRY AND SUPPLIES
Donations of money, non-perishable foods and personal protective equipment are needed for healthcare workers By Miriam Raftery April 17, 2020 (La Mesa) – Barry Jantz, CEO of Grossmont Healthcare District, and his family have launched a GoFundMe site on behalf of the Grossmont Hospital Foundation to help healthcare workers with an on-site food pantry and medical supplies. “As most of
HELIX WATER DISTRICT HOSTS VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE
Source: Helix Water District April 17, 2020 (La Mesa) — Helix Water District’s employee volunteer program, Helix Helps, is hosting a virtual food drive in partnership with the San Diego Food Bank to help feed vulnerable families and seniors impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. The public is welcome to participate in the virtual food drive. To donate,
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PHOTO OF THE WEEK: FAITH IN TRYING TIMES
East County News Service April 28, 2020 (El Cajon) – Robert Gehr of El Cajon sent in this image taken at Christ Church Unity in El Cajon, which he
SAN DIEGO FOUNDATION APPROVES $5 MILLION FOR INTEREST-FREE LOANS FOR NONPROFITS
Source: San Diego Foundation April 28, 2020 (San Diego) – Today the San Diego Foundation Board of Governors announced it approved $5 million to support short-term, interest-free loans to San Diego County nonprofit organizations impacted by COVID-19. The $5
FOOD INSECURITY, LACK OF RESOURCES TOP ISSUES FOR IMMIGRANTS DURING PANDEMIC
By Kendra Sitton for East County Magazine Photo: Syrian refugee children in El Cajon, by Rachel Williams April 22, 2020 (San Diego’s East County) — While it may be true
A MEATY CHANGE: COUNTY FAIR’S FFA MARKET ANIMALS TO BE JUDGED & AUCTIONED VIRTUALLY DUE TO COVID
By Rebecca Jefferis Williamson (Photo, at left, courtesy of Taryl Townsend) April 21, 2020 (Lakeside) – For East County kids who raise pigs, cattle, sheep or goats through the Future
COVID-19 EMERGENCY ALLOTMENTS FOR CALFRESH RECIPIENTS
East County News Service April 21, 2020 (San Diego) – In April, CalFresh recipients will receive an Emergency Allotment (EA) on their Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) Card. This benefit was authorized
LA MESA SUNRISE ROTARY MEMBERS FIND FRUITFUL WAY TO HELP COMMUNITY DURING PANDEMIC
Produce for Polio now Produce for COVID-19 By Dr. Jeffrey Hall, President of La Mesa Sunrise Rotary April 19, 2020 (La Mesa) — Over the years, members of
IMMIGRANT ACTIVIST TO NEWSOM: OUTREACH NEEDED TO OVERCOME FEAR OF TESTING
By Chris Stone, Times of San Diego, a member of the San Diego Online News Network Photo: Enrique Morones, shown at a Waterfront Park rally in 2018, reminds state officials: “By helping
PHOTOS OF THE WEEK: EASTER LAMBS
East County News Service April 18, 2020 (Jacumba Hot Springs) – Photographer Debbie Merrill writes, “While on a `Sanity drive’ on Easter Sunday, we spotted a small group of
JANTZ FAMILY LAUNCHES GO FUND ME SITE FOR GROSSMONT HOSPITAL FOUNDATION FOOD PANTRY AND SUPPLIES
Donations of money, non-perishable foods and personal protective equipment are needed for healthcare workers By Miriam Raftery April 17, 2020 (La Mesa) – Barry Jantz, CEO of Grossmont Healthcare District,
HELIX WATER DISTRICT HOSTS VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE
Source: Helix Water District April 17, 2020 (La Mesa) — Helix Water District’s employee volunteer program, Helix Helps, is hosting a virtual food drive in partnership with the
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