Serve Love
Homelessness in San Diego remains a significant and complex challenge impacting thousands across the city. The issue is shaped by factors such as a shortage of affordable housing, economic inequality, and limited access to mental health care. While local governments and non-profits continue working to provide shelters and support, many individuals still struggle to meet basic needs and find pathways to long-term stability.
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At Pacific Beach Presbyterian Church, we are committed to serving our unhoused neighbors through compassionate, consistent action. For over 30 years, we’ve hosted Serve Love, our Sunday Night Ministry, offering a warm meal and a welcoming space every week.
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Volunteer Opportunities:
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Prep Love – Saturdays, 10 AM–12 PM
Join us in preparing fresh produce for Sunday’s dinner. You’ll help wash and chop fruits and vegetables in a relaxed, friendly setting—perfect for connecting with others. Seated tasks are available, and no experience is necessary. -
Sunday Prep – Sundays, 2 PM–4 PM
Help with final meal preparations as we cook, warm, and bring all the dishes together. -
Serve Love – Sundays, 4 PM–7 PM
Greet guests, assist with dinner service at 5 PM, and help with cleanup as the evening wraps up. Come for any portion that fits your schedule—every hand helps!
If you'd like to make a monetary donation
to help us purchase additional food items,
please click here.
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In addition to our dinner ministry for the unhoused population, PB Pres offers individuals experiencing homelessness the chance to use our address for receiving mail, whether temporarily or long-term. Those interested can visit the church office during designated mail service hours (listed below), where our staff will assist them with the registration process. A photo ID is needed to receive mail.
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Mail Service Hours:
10am – 12pm
Tuesday, Thursday & Friday
Community Christian Service Agency (CCSA)
The mission of the Community Christian Service Agency (CCSA), an ecumenical Christian agency, is to provide emergency services to individuals and families in need throughout San Diego County. These services include food, clothing, referrals, and counseling where feasible, aimed at assisting clients in their journey toward self-reliance.
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The Pacific Beach Center serves as a vital resource for homeless individuals, The center provides emergency and transitional support on a walk-in basis, offers services such as emergency food and clothing, as well as transportation assistance through day passes for medical appointments. Volunteer clothing services are available on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and half-days on Thursdays.
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Volunteer nurses provide basic first aid and make referrals to other medical providers when necessary.
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Furthermore, a volunteer hairdresser visits monthly to provide complimentary haircuts for clients. For more information on availability and services, please contact us at (858) 272-0613.
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Additional information can be found on their website.