COVID-19 Updates and Resources

The SBCS – City of Chula Vista Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) helps eligible households in qualifying areas who have been financially impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The program provides [...]

SBCS has received a $20,000 donation for its new rental and utility assistance program that will assist Chula Vista residents who have been impacted by the pandemic from the National [...]

San Diego Promise Neighborhood, an SBCS-led initiative, is committed to helping youth and adults secure and sustain stable jobs through the pandemic and beyond. Individuals ages 16 and older are [...]

At this time, applications for rental assistance offered in partnership with the City of National City are closed. Eligible National City households affected by COVID-19 can apply to receive assistance [...]

At this time, applications for utility assistance offered in partnership with the City of National City are closed. Eligible National City households affected by COVID-19 can apply to receive assistance [...]

Youth experiencing homeless, involved in the juvenile justice system, not enrolled in school or unemployed are among the most vulnerable populations in need of support as challenges caused by the [...]

Congratulations to SBCS President and CEO Kathie Lembo for being recognized by the San Diego Business Journal as one of the region's most influential leaders who have made a difference [...]

Honoring and supporting the LGBTQ+ community remains critically important as we make significant strides toward equity and justice together. Pride Month celebrations are taking on virtual forms this year and [...]

Eligible Chula Vista households affected by COVID-19 can apply to receive help paying past-due and upcoming rent and utility bills through the Chula Vista Emergency Rental Assistance Program (ERAP) starting […]

As families and individuals continue to spend the majority of time at home, first responders are essential to helping those who may be experiencing violence or abuse. SBCS’ Domestic Violence [...]

SBCS’ Youth Prevention and Intervention team supports at-risk youth ages six to 18 and their families to help them stay in school and out of the Juvenile Justice System. With [...]

With schools closed and many parents working from home, families are navigating a new normal with potential challenges as well as opportunities. It’s important for parents to support the continued [...]

South Bay Community Services has been awarded nearly $200,000 in grant funding as well as tens of thousands of pounds of food from local foundations over the last month to [...]

SBCS and our partners are committed to providing children in our Promise Neighborhoods with the opportunities they need to excel in school, get into college, find good jobs and lead […]

Our Safe Place is a welcoming LGBTQ+ community center for youth up to age 21 and their families. SBCS is a proud OSP partner, providing virtual and emergency in-person support [...]