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– Mary Benirschke, Founder, Be a Friend
is that all of our vulnerable neighbors who are at risk or are experiencing homelessness can feel heard, valued and understood, and through the power of friendship move into a more fulfilling life.
is to transform the lives of people experiencing homelessness by equipping and supporting volunteers from our local community to walk alongside them as a friend for an extended period of time through a one-on-one journey of relationship where trust is built, connections to resources are made and the two move forward together.
Pair volunteers with unstably housed and unsheltered neighbors to develop an unfamiliar, empowering friendship while helping navigate life together.
You have the desire to help someone in need and impact the state of homelessness in San Diego County
We partner with Organizations that serve the homeless who will equip you with a robust training and ongoing support
You will be paired with an individual in need who desires to have a friend to lovingly walk alongside them as they move forward in life
As you seek a supportive friendship, trust is developed and realistic, person centered goals can be realized
Your unique Journey of Relationship can be celebrated as both of your lives are impacted
“Be A Friend – Impact a Life has created many meaningful friendships and changed lives – both of neighbors and of friends – and aided many people on their journey to a brighter path by providing something every single human being needs: a friend.”
Drew Moser, Executive Director
The Lucky Duck Foundation
Through the power of friendship, move forward to a life they desire.
The Lucky Duck Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that is committed to alleviating the suffering of homelessness throughout San Diego County and our co-founders match all donations up to $1.5 million per year. Visit their website to explore our other programs and to share your luck with our unsheltered neighbors in San Diego.
We invite you to join the movement by engaging as a volunteer, Service Provider, or program Ambassador. Please, contact us today to get involved. The life you change might be your own.