SAN DIEGO — In 2012, GivingTuesday was created to counter the consumerism of the holiday season with the spirit of generosity. Since its inception, GivingTuesday has been embraced by people and organizations across the globe, including ECS and its supporters.

*Friends gather and enjoy the night while supporting the work of ECS. December 2024.*

This year, ECS held an event at Quigley Fine Wines to fundraise for ECS programs and celebrate the community of dedication and generosity that has allowed ECS to continue transforming lives in San Diego for nearly a century.

Guests mingled, catching up with familiar faces and meeting new ones, while enjoying a beautifully arranged charcuterie board and wines unique to Quigley.

Joanie Huck, a parishioner of Christ Church and a former member of ECS’ Board of Directors, attended the event and commented on the importance of fundraising for ECS. “A lot of the projects need funding especially the mental health ones,” she said. “It’s a hard road for our clients.”

During her time on the board, Huck worked on many fundraising events, such as the annual gala. Her passion for ECS runs deep. “We’re so diverse and our staff is so talented,” she expressed. “I just love it.”

Toward the end of the evening, Development Director Tim Whipple shared ECS’ gratitude for everyone who donated to the 2024 GivingTuesday campaign. The initial goal for the campaign was $5,000, but through the generosity of ECS supporters, the campaign reached more than double that amount, totaling over $12,000 raised.

*CEO Elizabeth Fitzsimons delivers an engaging ECS client success story. December 2024.*

ECS CEO Elizabeth Fitzsimons shared an impactful update to UTSH resident Maria’s story, demonstrating just how necessary and powerful ECS programs are for people across the San Diego region.

ECS extends is thanks to everyone that has supported the mission to break barriers and transform communities. Whether it be a monetary donation, volunteering of your time and talents, or advocacy for ECS’ programs and clients, you truly make a difference.

The 2024 GivingTuesday campaign has concluded, but our End-of-Year campaign is ongoing. If you feel called to give this holiday season or beyond visit ecscalifornia.org/donate.