Course Marshalls for Father Joe's Thanksgiving 5K
ORGANIZATION: Father Joe's Villages
Please visit the new page to apply.
These volunteers are stationed along the event course to cheer the participants on and serve as directional assistance to complete the race.
This is a rain or shine event.
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About Father Joe's Villages
Location:
1501 Imperial Ave., San Diego, CA 92101, US
Mission Statement
Our mission is to prevent and end homelessness, one life at a time. Our values are expressed in our CREED. They are the foundation of our work. (Compassion, Respect, Empathy, Empowerment, Dignity).
Description
Father Joe's Villages, is the largest provider of homeless services in Southern California. Established in 1950 to serve San Diegans experiencing homelessness and poverty, Father Joe’s Villages has grown to include a comprehensive campus and scattered-site programs that house over 2,000 people nightly.
At least 7,600 people are experiencing homelessness every night in San Diego. Of those, nearly 4,000 men, women and children lie down to sleep each night on sidewalks, in doorways, canyons and alleys. They live without regular access to food or water, and no place to use the bathroom, wash their hands, bathe or do laundry.
People who are homeless are at greater risk of serious illness, mental health issues, substance abuse and violence.
Our pillars of care inlcude Meeting Basic Needs, Investing in Children, Making Health a Priority, and Strengthening Self-sufficiency.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
1549 El PradoSan Diego, CA 92101
DATE POSTED
November 16, 2021
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Must be at least 18
- 6:30 am to 10 am
- This event is Rain or Shine