San Diego Futures Foundation’s Post

Cybersecurity Month: Building Digital Leaders Our Youth IT Digital Bridge interns from Hoover High School are hard at work, gaining critical cybersecurity skills that make a real impact. We’re incredibly proud of their dedication as they become the new faces of digital resilience in San Diego! By bridging the digital divide, they’re shaping a safer, more inclusive future for all. Join us in supporting their journey—your donation or volunteer time helps them reach new heights. Support the movement: http://buff.ly/482w6CO Or contact Teresa@sdfutures.org to learn more. #CyberSecurityAwareness #YouthEmpowerment #DigitalFuture #ProudOfOurInterns #PricePhilanthropies #SDWP

Unplug electronics. Even when they’re turned off, electronics can still use energy if they’re plugged in. Unplug devices when they’re not in use or use a power strip to easily turn off multiple items at once. Find more energy-saving tips at buff.ly/4aXgRuV. #sdge #SDGEassist

Check out these energy assistance programs:   California Alternate Rates for Energy (CARE) Program: Save 30% or more every month on your bill. Find out if you qualify at buff.ly/2lGGPA7.     Family Electric Rate Assistance (FERA) Program: If you do not qualify for CARE and your household has three or more people, you may qualify for FERA. You could receive an 18% discount on your electric bill. Visit buff.ly/39j8X0D to learn more.     Energy Savings Assistance (ESA) Program: You may qualify to receive free energy-saving improvements for your home, like new appliances, lighting, insulation and more. Find details at buff.ly/3j0t1cI.             Arrearage Management Plan (AMP): If you have outstanding bills and you are a CARE or FERA customer, you may be eligible for debt forgiveness. See if you qualify at buff.ly/3pUrwzP.    Even if you made a recent payment or set up a flexible payment plan with SDG&E, there may still be assistance programs available to help you. For a complete list of available offerings, visit  buff.ly/2I82P02.     #SDGE #SDGEassist

Usted puede calificar para un descuento en su factura o mejoras en el hogar. Hay programas de asistencia que pueden ayudar a reducir su factura mensual de energía mientras mantiene su hogar cómodo.      Programa de Tarifas Alternativas de Energía de California (CARE, por sus siglas en inglés): Ahorre un 30% o más cada mes en su factura. Averigüe si califica en buff.ly/3ZNTBgU.      Tarifa Eléctrica Familiar (FERA, por sus siglas en inglés): Si no califica para CARE y su hogar tiene 3 o más personas, puede calificar para FERA. Podría recibir un 18% de descuento en su factura de electricidad. Visite buff.ly/3ZNTC4s para obtener más información.      Programa de Asistencia para el Ahorro de Energía (ESA, por sus siglas en inglés): Puede calificar para recibir mejoras gratuitas para el ahorro de energía en su hogar, tales como electrodomésticos nuevos, iluminación, aislamiento y más. Encuentre los detalles en buff.ly/48wlFGf.     Arrearage Management Plan (AMP): Si tiene facturas pendientes y es participante en el programa de CARE o FERA, puede ser elegible para la condonación de deudas. Averigüe si califica en buff.ly/3ZNTD8w.     Las aplicaciones en línea son fáciles, rápidas y convenientes. Para obtener más información, visite buff.ly/49dQnFe.  #sdge #SDGEassist    

Tech-Savvy Seniors in Action! On October 15th, the Park Avenue Community Center in Escondido buzzed with energy during our Smartphone Basics and All About Apps session! Digital Bridge Program Manager, Irina, led an amazing class, while our tech volunteer's Doug and Jesus, tackled one-on-one tech questions. Doug in an amazing volunteer instructor and has been with us for many years. Jesus, with his IT experience and Spanish fluency, was a superstar helping out our Spanish-speaking attendees—welcome to the team, Jesus! Seven participants joined us, many bringing their laptops and tablets for hands-on help. We’re thrilled that everyone plans to be back for our next session on October 29th! We also explored the SDFF website together, learning more about our programs, upcoming tech sessions, and how we can help with repairs and affordable tech gear. SDFF, Building a Digital Bridge Movement. Join us! https://buff.ly/47ED7If

Use ceiling fans wisely. Set your ceiling fans to rotate clockwise at a low speed. This will push warm air down from the ceiling, helping to keep your rooms warmer. Find more energy-saving tips at buff.ly/4aXgRuV. #sdge #SDGEassist

Cyber Security Month: Support Cybersecurity for All! Our Youth IT Digital Bridge Initiative is bridging the digital divide and building a secure, inclusive future for San Diego. Through this program, we’re proudly empowering interns from Hoover High School with critical cybersecurity skills, equipping them to become tomorrow's digital leaders. We couldn’t be prouder of our interns’ dedication and hard work as they step into these vital roles, bringing us closer to a digitally inclusive community! Join us in making a difference—consider donating or volunteering today to support their journey. http://buff.ly/482w6CO #CyberSecurityAwareness #YouthEmpowerment #TechForGood #ProudOfOurInterns #PricePhilanthropies #SDWP

Use energy-efficient appliances: Invest in ENERGY STAR-rated appliances and office equipment. These products are designed to use less energy without sacrificing performance. For more energy-saving ideas for your business, visit buff.ly/4el5gZB. #sdge #SDGEassist 

Check out the new My Energy Center! SDG&E’s My Account has transitioned to My Energy Center, keeping all the secure and convenient features you love—like viewing and paying your bill, Auto Pay, paperless billing and scheduling services online. Log in with your My Account username and password. Learn more at buff.ly/3LGOlTV. #SDGE #SDGEassist