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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.

Youth Runaway and Homelessness Awareness Walk and Rally Puts a Spotlight on Youth Homelessness

San Diego Youth Services (SDYS) is proud to announce its upcoming Gala & Benefit Auction on Saturday, June 7, 2025, celebrating the extraordinary 25-year legacy of CEO Walter Philips, who will be retiring this summer.

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.

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.

Youth Runaway and Homelessness Awareness Walk and Rally to raise awareness and funds for children, teens and young adults experiencing homelessness.

San Diego Youth Services Spends one Night Outside to Raise Awareness and Funds to End Youth Homelessness

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