lasting impact
“Las Patronas’ support and generosity allowed us to upgrade our capabilities with the purchase of a new bloodmobile. This will save countless lives in our community.”
- Doug Morton, CEO, San Diego Blood Bank
2025 MAJOR BENEFICIARIES
Las Patronas is proud to partner with each of these great organizations to support their missions with much needed capital items over $20,000.00. The services these organizations provide improve the lives of people and animals throughout San Diego County.
A passenger van expands access to Camp Stevens’ programs, giving underserved youth the opportunity to experience the transformative power of nature.
For over 70 years, Camp Stevens has fostered personal, social, and environmental transformation in San Diego’s youth through retreats, camps, and outdoor education. Their mission is to provide children with meaningful connections to the outdoors, enhancing their overall well-being, building confidence, and encouraging personal growth. By creating opportunities for exploration, adventure, and connection with the natural world, Camp Stevens inspires youth to develop resilience, curiosity, and a lasting appreciation for nature.
A wheelchair-accessible minivan strengthens community connections and enhances the quality of life for those served by Ivey Ranch Park Association.
For 43 years, Ivey Ranch Park Association has empowered individuals with disabilities through equine-assisted services, education, and care. Their innovative programs integrate activities with non-disabled participants, fostering understanding, reducing prejudice, and promoting equity. By emphasizing inclusivity and connection, Ivey Ranch Park creates meaningful opportunities for personal growth, collaboration, and mutual respect. These efforts enrich the lives of participants and their families, building a stronger, more united community where everyone can thrive and succeed.
Essential kitchen equipment supports the preparation of over one million meals annually for children and adult day care centers.
As one of San Diego County’s largest human services organizations, Neighborhood House Association serves over 18,000 clients each year across 125 locations. Their wide-ranging programs include early childhood education, youth development, mental health services, senior services, and food distribution. By delivering these critical resources, Neighborhood House Association empowers individuals and families to lead healthier, more stable lives. Their commitment to the community ensures access to vital services, fostering resilience and creating opportunities for growth and well-being.
A vehicle supports the Fleet Science Center’s off-site programs, delivering science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) experiences directly to the community.
Since 1973, The Fleet Science Center has inspired over 26 million people through interactive exhibits, films, and STEM education programs. It connects with schools, families, and organizations through impactful initiatives and outreach efforts in underserved neighborhoods. By fostering curiosity, exploration, and engagement in science for learners of all ages, the Fleet helps empower individuals and builds a brighter, more innovative future for the entire community.
A critically needed minivan for San Diego’s only emergency shelter for minors will enhance support for vulnerable youth in crisis.
San Diego Youth Services serves over 14,000 youth annually through shelters, foster homes, and community programs. Their comprehensive services include prevention, early intervention, and treatment to assist youth before they require higher care or face homelessness. Programs provide case management, access to behavioral health resources, psychoeducational groups, and follow-up care. By addressing the unique needs of each individual, San Diego Youth Services ensures comprehensive assistance and offers brighter opportunities for the future of the youth they support.
A van will transport students and over 300 instruments for community programs across San Diego County, expanding access to music education for underserved youth.
For 79 years, the San Diego Youth Symphony has been a leader in music education and community collaboration, reaching over 3,000 students across 135 schools annually. The Youth Orchestra in Balboa Park offers exceptional training, providing tuition assistance and instrument loans to ensure inclusivity. Through these impactful programs, the symphony fosters creativity, discipline, and teamwork, enriching the lives of young musicians and strengthening communities through the transformative power of music.
selection of PAST MAJOR BENEFICIARIES
Medical/Health
Blind Recreation Center
Burnham Institute for Medical Research
The Epilepsy Society of SD County
Family Health Centers of San Diego, Inc.
Mountain Health and Community Services, Inc.
National Multiple Sclerosis Society
Parkinson’s Association of San Diego
Rady Children’s Hospital – San Diego
Rebecca and John Moores UCSD Cancer Center
San Diego Blood Bank
Salk Institute for Biological Studies
San Diego Hospice and Palliative Care
Scripps Clinic
Scripps La Jolla Heart Center
Scripps Health Foundation
Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla
Scripps Mercy Hospital Chula Vista
Scripps Polster Breast Care Center
Sharp HealthCare Foundation
Sidney Kimmel Cancer Center
Tri-City Hospital Foundation
UCSD Autism Center of Excellence
UCSD Cancer Center – Breast Care Unit
UCSD Division of Biological Sciences
UCSD Regional Burn Center
UCSD Shiley Eye Center
Vista Community Clinic
Whittier Institute for Diabetes
Cultural
Athenaeum Music and Arts Library
California Ballet Company
Christian Community Theatre
Diversionary Theatre
Friends of Balboa Park
KPBS – TV / FM
La Jolla Historical Society
La Jolla Music Society
La Jolla Playhouse
Maritime Museum Association of San Diego
Mingei International Museum
Museum of Contemporary Art
The New Children’s Museum
NTC Foundation
Rueben H. Fleet Science Center
The Old Globe Theatre
San Diego Air & Space Museum
San Diego Historical Society
San Diego Maritime Museum
San Diego Museum of Art
San Diego Museum of Photographic Arts
San Diego Opera
San Diego Repertory Theatre
San Diego Symphony Association
San Diego Zoo Global
Spreckels Organ Society
USS Midway Museum
Youth/Education
Birch Aquarium
Boy Scouts of America – San Diego Council
Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater San Diego
Child Abuse Prevention Foundation
The Foundation of La Jolla High School
Girl Scouts, San Diego – Imperial Council
Helen Woodward Animal Center
Just in Time for Foster Youth
National University
Outdoor Outreach
Outside the Lens
The Preuss School – UCSD
Pro Kids, The First Tee of San Diego
Promises2Kids
San Diego Center for Children
San Diego County Library
San Diego Junior Lifeguard Foundation
San Diego Junior Theatre
San Diego Public Library Foundation
Scripps Clinic & Research Center/Child
Day Care
Scripps Institution of Oceanography
SDSU Marching Aztecs
Urban Life Ministries Incorporated
USD, Hahn School of Nursing
USD, School of Leadership and
Education Sciences
Voices for Children
Social Services
A Reason to Survive
Alpha Behavioral Health Services
Alpha Project for the Homeless
American Red Cross – San Diego/Imperial
Counties Chapter
The Arc of San Diego
Burn Institute
Center for Community Solutions
Canine Companions for Independence
Emilio Nares Foundation
Episcopal Community Services
Father Joe’s Villages
GenerateHope
Glenner Memory Care Centers
International Rescue Committee SD
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego
Food Bank Corporation
Kitchens for Good
La Jolla YMCA
Lawrence Family Jewish Community Center
Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA
Meals-on-Wheels, Greater San Diego
National Conflict Resolution Center
Rachel’s Women’s Center
Rebuilding Together San Diego
REINS Therapeutic Horsemanship
Salvation Army of San Diego County
San Diego Fire-Rescue
San Diego Habitat for Humanity
San Diego Humane Society
San Diego Rescue Mission
San Diego Volunteer Lawyer Program
Second Chance
Senior Community Centers of San Diego
Serving Seniors
So Others May Eat Incorporated
Special Olympics San Diego
SPORTS for Exceptional Athletes
St. Paul’s Retirement Homes Foundation
St. Vincent de Paul Village
The Twelfth Step House of San Diego
Urban Corps of San Diego
Vista Hill – Stein Education Center
Walden Family Services
YWCA of San Diego County