Secondhand Shopping for a Cause

ECS recently attended two beloved community events: St. Dunstan's Episcopal Church's Rummage Sale and St. James by-the-Sea Episcopal Church’s White Elephant Sale.

Each year, proceeds from these events give back to nonprofits, including ECS programs like Uptown Safe Haven. Their gifts allow ECS to provide essentials, like linens, for residents to feel safe, welcome, and at home.

We're grateful to St. Dunstan's and St. James by-the-Sea for their continued generosity and support that makes a difference in the lives of so many.

ECS leaders joined partners in ministry for a day of thrifting and impact. August 2026.

CEO Elizabeth Wilberg poses with her secondhand finds in support of local nonprofits. August 2026.

TDK Rings in Back-to-School Season

Last week, we had the pleasure of welcoming our valued partners and former neighbors, TDK, for their annual donation of school supplies. This year, their donation will help children and families at Para Las Familias feel prepared and supported for the current school year.

Thank you, TDK, for your continued support and generosity year after year.

VP of Strategic Engagement, Adrienne Wilkerson, and Director of Development, Demetreus Gregg, show their appreciation for TDK’s generous gift. August 2026.

Head Start Makes a Splash

ECS Head Start made a splash at Chula Vista Harborfest!

Our dedicated team had a great time on the waterfront connecting with Chula Vista families and sharing how Head Start helps our children build a strong foundation to learn, grow, and thrive.

Ready for a strong start? Enrollment is open for children ages 0-5! Apply now at www.ecscalifornia.org/apply.

Head Start uses a holistic approach to education, supporting students and families from all angles. August 2026.

Hands-on activities promote curiosity in and out of the classroom. August 2026.

ECS at the 2nd Annual KPBS San Diego Book Festival

Last week, ECS joined book lovers across the region at the KPBS San Diego Book Festival, where this year's One Book, One San Diego selections were announced.

We're excited that, through this partnership, families connected to our Para Las Familias program and the ECS Family Engagement Center will receive selected books to read, enjoy, and share together at home.

Thank you, KPBS, for making reading more accessible to San Diego families.

Rosa Cabrera-Jaime, Director of Early Education and Family Services, and PLF Office Manager, Jennifer Perez, represented Head Start and PLF. August 2026.

KPBS announced this year’s selections for One Book, One San Diego, which will be distributed to ECS children and families. August 2026.