The Civil Society Working Group vision is a region in which residents care about one another and are actively involved in improving the quality of life in their neighborhoods—promoting an appreciation for diversity, creative thinking and effective problem-solving. Their initiative, A New Consensus for Housing, will establish a framework to address the need for housing across the San Diego region with planning for balanced and equitable future growth, resulting in livable communities with choices for all.

San Diego Capital Collaborative
Outreach and Network Program
$25,000
By July 2008, develop a plan of action for housing and development options within targeted San Diego neighborhoods drawn from a new database compiled from current and new research and community forums composed of local residents, developers, business and government.

San Diego LISC
Neighborhoods First
$50,000
To implement Phase I of the Neighborhoods First Program in San Diego to engage two targeted communities in a strategic planning process that leads to a broad-based plan of action to access safe and affordable housing, high quality education, employment opportunities and health services by July 2008.

2-1-1 San Diego/Info Line
Housing Options Information System
$50,000
Design regional pilot project that will provide housing information and availability to San Diego residents through the existing 2-1-1 San Diego health and human services telephone information and referral system and/or coordinated website.

2007-2008 Civil Society Grantees

2005-2006 Civil Society Grantees

2003-2004 Civil Society Grantees