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News from Community Resource Center | November 26, 2019

Dear CRC Supporter, There are two words we say frequently. I think we offer them sincerely and receive them gladly … but I just want to take a moment to sit with them and absorb them like a sponge does water. What are these words? Thank you. On the surface, they articulate the feeling of gratitude. But if we dig a little deeper into the feeling, we discover a rich tapestry of emotions and significance. I think about times when who I am and my needs as a person were visible to someone, and they responded to seeing my need with kindness. I think about times when I’ve received words of thanks, and those simple words became the strongest encouragement to be that kind of person. So as you sit around the table this Thanksgiving, as you share moments and make memories with your loved ones, I hope you take time to look each other in the eyes, and pause in the moment to both share and receive these words of gratitude. Happy Thanksgiving!

John Van Cleef Executive Director

Thank you for providing shelter to the hurting Thanks to supporters like you, this year over 100 women, children and men fleeing domestic violence have found a safe haven at our shelter, Carol's House.  Thank you for keeping the lights on, keeping the bedrooms warm, providing nutritious food and making the shelter feel more like a home for a little while.

Congratulations to our Volunteers of the Year, David and Letitia Fleming! CRC recently honored our Volunteers of the Year , David and Letitia Fleming at the North County Philanthropy Council’s annual awards luncheon on November 15th. David and Letitia have been dedicated volunteers in our Integrative Services department since 2015. When asked to share their CRC volunteer experience and their “why,” this is what they shared with us ... Read More

Congratulations to CalFresh Outreach Partner of the Year , Cesar Hernandez! The San Diego Hunger Coalition recently recognized CRC's Intake Specialist, Cesar Hernandez, as CalFresh Outreach Partner of the Year. Cesar has worked hard to help dozens of struggling local seniors, families and individuals receive CalFresh monthly food benefits. Learn more about CRC's Food & Nutrition Program and Resources ...

Give Joy During Holiday Baskets Make a donation to help provide coats, blankets, food and gifts to over 6,800 people in need this season. Volunteer during Holiday Baskets! We still have many spots to fill and particularly need help in our Bikes department to repair or put together bicycles. Host a donation drive with your group, neighborhood, friends and family! Learn More

Join us for these upcoming sales at our Resale Stores! 11/30: Small Business Saturday Save 50% on all items with a specific color-coded tag. Furniture, clothing, home decor, books and more ... shop local and save BIG! 12/2 - 12/5: Holiday Fashion Sale 35% off all clothing and shoes 12/6 - 12/11: Holiday Gifts Sale 35% off holiday gifts: jewelry, purses, scarves and more PLUS! Carlsbad store only: 40% off all items See store hours and locations

Learn Jiu-Jitsu and give back Now through December 15th, Gracie Barra Encinitas will donate $80 to CRC for everyone that tries a FREE, Jiu Jitsu class! Anyone living in North County, 4 years old and up qualifies. For more information, please visit Gracie Barra at 613 Westlake Street or contact them at 760-540-2264 or info@gbencinitas.com .

Thanksgiving Eve Wednesday, November 27 at 7:00 p.m. Bethlehem Lutheran Church Join our partners at the San Dieguito Interfaith Ministerial Association for their 32nd Annual Evening of Gratitude Thanksgiving Eve Service, benefiting those in need in our community. Learn More

Gems of La Costa Fundraiser Thursday, December 5, 4:00 - 9:00 PM Gems of La Costa Join Gems of La Costa for a "Ladies Only Night," with a portion of all evening sales benefiting CRC. The evening will include food and drinks, prizes and special pricing for purchases made during the event! Learn More

Join us at Jingle & Mingle Tuesday, December 10, 2019 at 5:30 p.m. Del Mar Fairgrounds Grandstand Help make spirits bright for families in need and get a behind-the-scenes look at Holiday Baskets. Jingle & Mingle will feature festive food and drinks, music, raffle prizes, tours and more. Tickets: $20 per person Get Tickets

Thank you to our Donors:

Thank you to the Boys & Girls Foundation for their grant supporting our Art Therapy program at our Therapeutic Children's Center. CRC's Therapeutic Children's Center provides a safe place for children to begin to heal from domestic violence at our shelter.

Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Ronald and Joan Moss Donor Advised Fund at Rancho Santa Fe Foundation Robert and Janice Pollock Cheryl and Barney Daleiden Anne Kathleen & David Welborn Anna and Neil Mintz Ralph D. Brown Dianne and Sam Kernell

Thank you to our Holiday Baskets Sponsors:

Thank you to our 40th Anniversary Annual Sponsors:

Thank you to Healthy Day Partners for sponsoring a garden bed for CRC at the Encinitas Community Garden! We are very excited to grow fruits and vegetables in our new garden space to bring to CRC's Food & Nutrition Center for families to enjoy.

Community Resource Center | (760) 753-1156 |  info@crcncc.org | CRCNCC.org Domestic Violence Hotline: (877) 633-1112