SAY San Diego

06/18/2026

This year’s Light Our Way campaign put City Heights Seniors in the spotlight! ✨

Originally launched as a countywide tribute to the graduating Class of 2020, Light Our Way continues to shine a spotlight on the achievements, resilience, and bright futures of local students. This year, we were honored to celebrate the amazing Class of 2026 seniors of City Heights and recognize the hard work that brought them to this milestone. 👏

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s campaign so special, especially the families, educators, and community members who submitted nominations, and the seniors who inspire us every day. 💙

Watch the video to see some of the highlights and join us in celebrating the Class of 2026! 🎓

06/17/2026

From finance to community impact. 🤝

Our CEO, Louie Nguyen, shares his journey from the financial sector to leading SAY San Diego and why investing in communities can create the greatest return of all.

In this feature from Morris & Berger, Louie reflects on how mission-driven work brings together professional expertise, community partnership, and a commitment to expanding opportunity for others.

Read the full article here: https://morrisberger.com/moving-closer-to-the-mission-louie-nguyens-journey-from-finance-to-community-impact/

When Louie Nguyen, CFA became CEO of SAY San Diego in February 2025, he wasn’t simply taking on a new role. He was stepping into an entirely new sector. After a career in investing and finance, most recently as Chief Investment Officer of an impact investing firm, Nguyen found himself drawn to som...

06/16/2026

Student voices are driving real change at Crawford High School. 💫

After identifying a growing need for additional mental health support through peer research, the Crawford Youth Empowerment Group, a program of SAY San Diego, organized a large-scale outreach effort and collected over 200 student surveys in a single day. 📝

The feedback gathered is now helping advocate for the creation of a dedicated wellness room, ensuring student voices directly shape solutions that support mental health, well-being, and connection across campus. 👏

06/11/2026

We’re proud to share that SAY San Diego has been selected as a recipient of the Ready to Learn and Bright Futures grant from the Dr. Seuss Foundation and San Diego Foundation! 👏

This award will support our “Building Foundations” early literacy program, helping young learners strengthen reading skills and build confidence for school success. 📚

Through this work, we will provide programming at SAY San Diego’s Military Family Resource Center, Hancock Elementary School, Valencia Park Elementary School, and Perry Elementary School, expanding access to engaging, high-quality literacy opportunities for children and families in our community.

We are grateful for this investment in early learning and for the opportunity to continue building stronger foundations for San Diego’s youngest readers. 📖

Thank you to the Dr. Seuss Foundation and the San Diego Foundation for supporting this important work. ❤️

06/09/2026

The countdown continues for Play 4 SAY 2026! ⏳

Bocce ball, co****le, ladder golf, giant Jenga, and more – we’re gearing up for an afternoon of lawn games, friendly competition, and community fun. 🏆

Enjoy team-building games, local food and refreshments, and meaningful connections with colleagues and community partners as you compete for premium prize packages and bragging rights.

Best of all, every dollar raised goes directly to support underserved children, youth, and families across San Diego. 💙

Get ready to play and register today: https://www.saysandiego.org/play-4-say/

06/08/2026

During Black Lives Matter Month, we honor the voices, experiences, resilience, and contributions of Black communities while recognizing the importance of equity, inclusion, and community care. ✊🏾

At SAY San Diego, we remain committed to creating safe, supportive spaces where children, youth, and families of all backgrounds feel seen, heard, and empowered to thrive.

This month is an opportunity to continue listening, learning, uplifting one another, and working toward a more inclusive future for our communities. ❤️

06/05/2026

🎲 Game night, good vibes, and new connections.

Join us for a free Board Game Night at SAY San Diego, designed for young adults ages 18 to 26. Come with friends or come solo. Space is limited.

🔗 Link in bio to register.

06/04/2026

Celebrate Pride, community, and connection at Sober Pride 2026! 🌈🎉

Join us for the 4th annual Sober Pride, hosted by The Collective Coalition, a project of SAY San Diego.

🗓️ Saturday, June 13th
⏰ 3–7 PM
📍 WorldBeat Cultural Center, San Diego
💰 Free to attend

This year’s theme is Q***r Wellness. ✨

Here’s what you can expect:

🧘 Sensory Garden
A calming meditation garden open to 10 people at a time.

❤️ Healer Village + Healer Stage
Healing services, wellness workshops, community resources, merch, and more.

🎶 Main Stage + Kitchen
Dance workshops, DJs, drag performances, a photo booth, food, and community vibes.

🎨 Youth Area
Crafts, activities, and fun for youth — adults welcome too!

🛍️ Vendor Village
Coffee, tea, food, and 20+ vendors and community services.

Whether you’re sober, sober-curious, in recovery, or simply looking for an inclusive way to celebrate Pride, all are welcome.

If you’d like to sponsor Sober Pride, you can make a donation here: https://bit.ly/4x6EUUA

06/02/2026

It’s never too early to think about the next school year and how we can help students start strong. 🏫

SAY San Diego’s Back to School Fundraiser is back for the 2026-2027 school year to make sure local students have the supplies they need, from backpacks and notebooks to everything in between. ✏️🎒

Let’s make sure our students are ready to thrive! 💙

Make a donation: https://bit.ly/4o3IYkn

06/01/2026

Make a difference before the school bell rings, and long after it ends. 🏫

SAY San Diego is hiring energetic and passionate individuals to join our Before & After School Programs team! This is an opportunity to support local students, build meaningful connections, and help create safe, engaging spaces where young people can thrive. 🙌

Why join our team?

📌Competitive pay
📌Flexible hours
📌Wellness days
📌Purpose-driven work
📌Supportive team culture

Ready to make an impact? Apply today: https://lnkd.in/dSt8iWkn