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Walter’s Legacy Bike Ride to End Youth Homelessness
Walter's Legacy Bike Ride to End Youth Homelessness
San Diego Youth Services CEO Walter Philips retired in June 2025, and in honor of his 25 years of service, he rode his bike from San Francisco to San Diego. From May 10-16, 2025, Walter rode his bike down the California coast to raise funds for some of San Diego’s most vulnerable youth, struggling with homelessness, abuse, poverty and hunger.
To raise awareness for youth experiencing homelessness, Walter visited youth homeless shelters and organizations focused on eradicating homelessness.
Thank you for supporting his incredible ride!
About Walter
Over the last 25 years, Walter has worked tirelessly to ensure services are available for those in crisis. Under his leadership, SDYS has grown from a small social services agency into one of the largest youth-serving agencies in San Diego. Today, SDYS provides life-saving services for 14,000 youth annually through access to housing, food, financial support, mental health services, education and job training.
"Leading San Diego Youth Services has been the honor of my life. I have truly enjoyed working with our dedicated staff, board members, volunteers, and community partners, and I am so proud of what we have accomplished together." - Walter Philips