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Our mission at Center for Community Solutions is to end relationship and sexual violence by being a catalyst for caring communities and social justice. Together we can make a difference. Learn more and get involved.

Latest News & Updates

CCS Chosen as a Featured Nonprofit in Target Circle

Center for Community Solutions has been chosen as a featured nonprofit in Target Circle. Target shoppers can cast votes for CCS to receive funding using points they receive for shopping at Target.

More than $510,000 Raised at Tea & Tonic

Thank you to our countless CCS supporters who came together to raise a record $510,000 and counting at our 23rd annual Tea & Tonic! This exceeds our fundraising goal and provides critical support for survivors and our prevention work throughout the county.

Center for Community Solutions CEO Verna Griffin-Tabor Announces Retirement

After 25 years guiding and growing Center for Community Solutions (CCS) into San Diego’s leading organization dedicated to the prevention and healing of relationship and sexual violence, CEO Verna “Vee” Griffin-Tabor has announced that she will be retiring and stepping down from her position. Tabor will remain in her role through early 2023 to allow time for a thorough and thoughtful transition to her successor.

View the press release.

COVID-19 UPDATES

Current Service Delivery:  In an effort to do our part to reduce risk for our clients, staff, and the community, Center for Community Solutions continues to have many of our staff working remotely.  At the same time, CCS has remained responsive to clients, and all critical services have continued without interruption. Our shelters remain open and our hotline is staffed 24/7.  All other CCS services are offered virtually or by phone.

If you have any questions about services, please contact our hotline at 1-888-385-4657. For Legal Services updates, please click here.

CCS is committed to helping survivors of intimate partner violence and sexual assault lead safer and healthier lives. Given the vital safety net found in CCS’ services, we will do all we can to ensure supports continue, particularly to survivors who may already feel isolated and alone. 

Future Service Delivery:  CCS is preparing for eventual and incremental return to in-person services as guided by public health officials.

We know that as a community we are capable of great resiliency through our perseverance. If we all do our part by making these tough decisions now, we know that it will help contribute to seeing an end to this pandemic. We thank you for your understanding, and wish everyone healthy days to come.

CCS in the News

Sept. 19, 2022: Modern Luxury - Tea Time

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Sept. 4, 2022: Union-Tribune - As DA considers SDSU gang-rape allegations, experts explain why such cases are particularly challenging

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Aug. 30, 2022: NBC 7 - New SDPD Website Helps Sexual Assault Survivors Track Rape Kits

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Aug. 30, 2022: NBC 7 - Suspect in Rancho Penasquitos Killing Wasn't Arrested in Alleged Attack Two Months Earlier

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Aug. 30, 2022: KPBS - A look into SDSU athletes' sexual violence prevention training

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Aug. 29, 2022: Union-Tribune - San Diego police launch portal that allows sexual assault survivors to check on their evidence kits

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July 20, 2022: Union-Tribune - San Diego sexual assault survivor recognized as courageous advocate

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June 14, 2022: Union-Tribune - Purple Project donates to local domestic violence nonprofit

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May 23, 2022: Union-Tribune - Opinion: Focus on preventing sexual and domestic violence

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April 15, 2022: KUSI - Center for Community Solution shares tips to help prevent assault and support survivors

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April 4, 2022: KUSI - Talk to your friends and family about healthy relationships

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April 1, 2022: Ranch & Coast Magazine - Tea & Tonic

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Feb. 14, 2022: San Diego Business Journal - Charity Event Guide

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Dec. 5, 2021: Union-Tribune - Making a Difference Non-Profit Guide 2022

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Dec. 1, 2021: Ranch & Coast Magazine - Charitable Giving Guide 2021

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Nov. 8, 2021: CBS 8 - Hand signal from TikTok video helps save missing teen girl in Kentucky, what San Diego advocates say

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Oct. 22, 2021: CBS 8 - Mission Beach women help survivors of domestic violence write their own story

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Oct. 20, 2021: Fox 5 - Verna Griffin-Tabor Discusses Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Oct. 14, 2021: KUSI - Look out for warning signs this Domestic Violence Awareness Month

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Sept. 21, 2021: NBC 7 - Army Vet Suspected in OC Rapes, Could Be Linked to Crimes in San Diego, Authorities Say

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Sept. 20, 2021: CBS 8 - Police video 2 weeks before Gabby Petito's disappearance shows signs of trouble

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April 14, 2021: CBS 8 - Sexual Assault Awareness Month aims to shed a light on a difficult subject

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April 1, 2021: KUSI News - April is the 20th Anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month

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January 15, 2021: KUSI News - National Stalking Awareness Month

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Ongoing support is important to enabling projects to continue their work, so we encourage donors to continue to contribute to projects over time. But if you must cancel your recurring donation, please notify us.

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