Burnham Center for Community Advancement

We are proud to share that Tad Seth Parzen, President & CEO of the Burnham Center for Community Advancement, will be presenting at TEDxEscondido! This year's theme, "Hidden No More," promises to uncover powerful stories and ideas that are often overlooked.   Join us to hear Tad and other inspiring speakers explore these hidden narratives and contribute to meaningful conversations.   Don't miss out—tickets are available now!   TEDxEscondido Event Details: https://lnkd.in/ggjvXfnH Purchase Tickets Here: https://lnkd.in/g_UgCh_D   #BCCA #TEDxEscondido #HiddenNoMore #Leadership #SanDiego

This month we celebrate our 3rd Anniversary at the Burnham Center for Community Advancement!   As we celebrate the 3 years of impact, we reflect on the journey of building a stronger, more inclusive San Diego. Thank you to our donors, partners, community advisors, and board members for your continued support.   We are proud to have earned the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar (Candid), a testament to our commitment to accountability and transparency. Our Community Dialogues series continues to foster important conversations, bringing together diverse voices to address pressing issues and inspire meaningful change. As we look to the future, BCCA remains a vibrant community hub in our binational region, bridging connections and driving collective progress.   Discover more about our achievements and future plans in our Annual Report: https://lnkd.in/gYvsH-Aw Here's to many more years of advancing community together!   #BCCA #CommunityAdvancement #AnnualReport #SanDiego

Thank you to the Humble Design team for attending the Burnham Community Dialogue event. We appreciate all you do in service to our neighbors emerging from homelessness as they settle into their beautiful new homes and begin the next hopeful chapter of their lives. Want to learn more about Humble Design San Diego? Check out their Humble Magic video! https://lnkd.in/gpcU5E5e

The Regional Task Force on Homelessness (RTFH) has released their latest monthly data report, providing crucial insights into #homelessness in our region. In June, 989 people found housing, but 1,172 individuals experienced homelessness for the first time. RTFH is responsible for collecting, tracking, and reporting significant data on homelessness, helping us understand the challenges and progress in our community. Their monthly reports are vital for anyone committed to addressing homelessness. Explore the full report and data here: https://lnkd.in/gUD-DRSz Comment your thoughts on these findings. Share to spread awareness. #RTFH #CommunityImpact #HousingCrisis #SanDiego

On the heels of the Burnham Community Dialogue regarding Nearshoring Opportunities that took place on April 25th, yesterday’s event at the Institute of the Americas continued the conversation about the CaliBaja region's potential to stengthen the U.S. pharmaceutical supply chain. Thank you to our guest speaker Congressman Scott Peters and our panelists Andrew Rudman Astrea Ocampo, Juan de Villafranca and John Fry who discussed the future of generic and biosimilar manufacturing in North America. Congratulations to IOA for developing the report to further highlight its importance: Assessing Generic & Biosimliar Manufacturing in North America & the Potenail Opportunity for the CaliBaja Region. English Report: https://lnkd.in/dMqi8qCD Spanish Report: https://lnkd.in/dD3tvmCX

Thank you to all who joined us at the Burnham Community Dialogue on Addressing Homelessness in San Diego! We are incredibly grateful to everyone who participated and made this event a success. Your presence and engagement are vital as we tackle the urgent issue of homelessness in our community. Special thank you to our event co-host the Lucky Duck Foundation! Thank you to our amazing moderator and speakers: Lisa Halverstadt, Senior Investigative Reporter, Voice of San Diego, Marisol Alvarado, Chief Program Officer, Monarch School, Dijana Beck, Director, Office of Homeless Solutions, County of San Diego, Josh Callery-Coyne Coyne, VP of Policy & Civic Engagement, Downtown San Diego Partnership,  Eric K. Dargan, Chief Operating Officer, The City of San Diego, Tamera Kohler, Chief Executive Officer, Regional Task Force on Homelessness, Drew Moser, Chief Executive Officer, Lucky Duck Foundation Together, we can create lasting change and provide safe, stable shelter for all. Let's continue the conversation and work towards a better future for our community.

We at Burnham Center for Community Advancement condemn all forms of political violence. This moment is a wake up call to our nation that the political rhetoric has gone too far. We at BCCA will do everything we can to promote productive civil discourse that respects all lives and the right to have political differences without fear of violence. Let's be the America we know we can be, free to express our views but in the end united as Americans. We mourn the loss of an innocent life today and hope for a speedy recovery for all those injured. They, including the former President, were exercising their constitutional rights and there is no excuse for this violence.

We are thrilled and deeply grateful to announce an extraordinary $1 million legacy gift from our esteemed board member and longtime San Diego champion, Jack McGrory! This remarkable contribution brings Jack's total giving to BCCA to an exceptional $1.25 million. Jack's unwavering commitment and visionary support for our region is truly inspiring. After a 23-year career at the City of San Diego, including six years as City Manager, Jack served as President and CEO of Price Enterprises, followed by a stint as the Chief Operating Officer of the San Diego Padres. In addition to his service as a board member at BCCA, Jack serves on multiple nonprofit and education boards in San Diego and throughout the state. His generous gift will empower us to continue making a profound impact on our community for years to come. You can read more about his generosity in this week’s San Diego Business Journal at https://lnkd.in/gQTxHGMM. Thank you, Jack, for believing in our mission and helping us build a brighter future! #BurnhamCenter #LegacyGift #CommunityImpact #ThankYouJack

Today, we celebrate the values of freedom, unity, and community. As we enjoy the festivities, let us remember the importance of coming together to support and uplift one another. Wishing everyone a safe and happy Independence Day! #4thOfJuly #IndependenceDay #CommunityFirst