United for San Diego: Foundations Unite to Protect Families Amid Historic Cuts

October 1, 2025

In response to historic federal funding cuts affecting critical services in San Diego County, local philanthropic organizations have launched "United for San Diego," a collaborative relief effort. The Prebys Foundation, Price Philanthropies, San Diego Foundation, and the Price family have collectively pledged $70 million to help maintain access to food, housing, and healthcare for vulnerable residents. This initiative comes as over 400,000 San Diegans risk losing healthcare access and 100,000 face food assistance cuts due to approximately $300 million in federal funding reductions.

Who is affected

One in eight San Diegans at economic risk (approximately 400,000 residents at risk of losing healthcare access)
100,000 people facing loss of food assistance
Uninsured and underinsured residents needing medical health screenings and food distribution
Youth and families experiencing fear and anxiety due to resource reductions
Smaller nonprofit and grassroots organizations serving vulnerable communities

What action is being taken

Local foundations have launched "United for San Diego," a new fund and coordinated philanthropic effort
Prebys Foundation, Price Philanthropies, San Diego Foundation, and the Price family have collectively pledged $70 million in increased support
The San Diego Foundation's Unity Fund is managing the funds along with direct grantmaking by Prebys and Price
Community members are being encouraged to volunteer, tutor, and deliver food to those in need

Why it matters

This represents one of the largest philanthropic contributions in San Diego's history
San Diego County faces over $300 million in federal funding cuts to critical programs and services
The initiative aims to safeguard access to essential needs like food, housing, and healthcare
The collaboration bridges gaps between large foundations and smaller community organizations
The effort provides hope to families struggling with fear and anxiety due to resource reductions

What's next

The initiative seeks to galvanize other philanthropic organizations and leaders in San Diego to join the effort
Individual donors can contribute to the fund at the San Diego Community Foundation
The fund's goal includes providing emergency relief and inspiring other philanthropic partners
The foundations will be reviewing grant applications with a focus on supporting trusted smaller organizations that directly serve communities

Read full article from source: The San Diego Voice & Viewpoint