Press Releases

San Diego Youth Services to Host Building Futures for Youth Benefit Auction Featuring Local Wineries, Chocolatiers and Skyline Views 

Apr 15, 2026 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

Media Newsroom FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Sandra Wellhausen Sr. Director Marketing & Development San Diego Youth Services 619-507-2077 swellhausen@sdyouthservices.org  San Diego Youth Services to Host Building Futures for Youth Benefit Auction Featuring Local Wineries, Chocolatiers…

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New Solar Installation Helps Power Programs for Youth and Families in Spring Valley

Jan 21, 2026 May 20 @ 1:02 pm ,

A new solar installation has been completed at San Diego Youth Services’ Spring Valley Campus, made possible with support from Empowered by Light and First Solar.

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San Diego Youth Services Welcomes Hanan Scrapper as new Chief Operating Officer

Nov 10, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

We’re welcoming Hanan Scrapper as our new Chief Operating Officer, effective Nov. 10. Scrapper succeeds Steven H. Jellá, who is retiring after 25 years of dedicated service to the organization.

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San Diego Youth Services Hosts Walk & Rally to Shine a Light on Youth Homelessness

Nov 5, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

SDYS will host its annual Walk & Rally to End Youth Homelessness on Friday, Nov. 7 at 2 p.m., uniting community members, local leaders and youth advocates to raise awareness and inspire action around youth homelessness in San Diego County.

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San Diego Youth Services’ HERE Now Program Highlights National Suicide Prevention Month and Creating Opportunities to Change the Narrative on Suicide

Sep 25, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm ,

September is National Suicide Prevention Month, and San Diego Youth Services is raising awareness through its HERE Now School-Based Suicide Prevention and Early Intervention program, which provides life-saving services to youth across San Diego County.

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San Diego Youth Services Raises $250,000 at Gala Honoring CEO Walter Philips’ 25 Years of Leadership

Jul 3, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

San Diego Youth Services (SDYS) is proud to announce that its Gala & Benefit Auction, held Saturday, June 7, raised an inspiring $250,000 in support of life-changing programs for vulnerable youth across the region.

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San Diego Youth Services CEO Rides 700 Miles to Give Youth Experiencing Homelessness a Future

May 15, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

Walter Philips, CEO of San Diego Youth Services, completing a 700-mile bike ride to raise funds and awareness for youth experiencing homelessness.

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SDYS to Host Gala & Benefit Auction Honoring CEO Walter Philips’ 25 Years of Leadership

May 9, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

This Gala & Benefit Auction is a tribute to the strength of community, the impact of compassion and the unwavering belief in the potential of our youth.

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San Diego Youth Services’ CEO to Bike from San Francisco to San Diego to Raise Awareness and Funds to End Youth Homelessness

May 5, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

San Diego Youth Services’ CEO Walter Philips is retiring on June 30, and in honor of his 25 years of service he is biking from San Francisco to San Diego to raise $250,000 for youth experiencing homelessness.

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San Diego Youth Services Welcomes Jonathan Castillo as New Chief Executive Officer, Effective July 1, 2025

Apr 23, 2025 May 20 @ 1:02 pm

San Diego Youth Services welcomes Jonathan Castillo as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective July 1. Castillo is replacing Chief Executive Officer Walter Philips who is retiring on June 30, after 25 years with the organization.

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