City Heights Community Development Corporation

City Heights Community Development Corporation We partner with residents in enhancing the quality of life in City Heights.

We help families and businesses earn, save, and invest more money through programs like: Resident services and advisory groups, Food Pantry & Living Essentials Cooperation, Employment preparation and placement, Technical assistance to local merchants in understanding business laws and regulations, and an Annual City Heights Directory of Business Goods & Services. We are committed to Affordable Hou

sing by: Increasing quality and availability; Designing programs that meet basic housing needs; and Enhancing neighborhood environments, community pride and involvement. We advocate for High Quality Neighborhoods in City Heights by: Working with community members to support policy reform, and Mobilizing residents to address important community issues, such as: local transportation infrastructure solutions, pedestrian safety issues, neighborhood clean-up efforts, anti-crime activities, and providing lighting and landscaping for green and bright streets.

We’re excited to announce that City Heights CDC has officially acquired Able-Disabled Advocacy, expanding workforce trai...
06/03/2026

We’re excited to announce that City Heights CDC has officially acquired Able-Disabled Advocacy, expanding workforce training services and opportunities for residents across our community.

This acquisition strengthens our ability to provide opportunities that help residents build long-term stability and economic mobility through CareerWORKS and workforce development programs, connecting people to training, certifications, career support, and employment opportunities.

This is just the beginning. We are investing in new and innovative ways to expand workforce opportunities throughout our community, with exciting initiatives on the horizon that we look forward to sharing soon.

To learn more, visit https://www.cityheightscdc.org/workforce-training

We’re honored to be selected as part of the California Resilience Implementation Accelerator.As rising heat, flooding, a...
06/01/2026

We’re honored to be selected as part of the California Resilience Implementation Accelerator.

As rising heat, flooding, and economic pressures continue to impact our neighborhoods, this investment will help strengthen local business corridors and support immigrant and refugee-owned small businesses with resources and technical assistance that empower them to adapt and continue to thrive.

Thank you to California Forward, Resilient Cities Catalyst, and Climate Resolve for partnering with us on this important effort. We look forward to continuing this work alongside community members, entrepreneurs, and partners to build a more resilient and equitable future for City Heights and the San Diego region.

05/28/2026

Our City Heights CDC Champion Scholar Scholarship is now open ⭐️

Applications are due July 10th at 5 PM. To apply, visit the link in our bio or head to cityheightscdc.org/champion-scholars

Reach out to [email protected] for questions or assistance.

Our City Heights CDC Maintenance Assessment District team joined the , , , community partners, and residents for a clean...
05/27/2026

Our City Heights CDC Maintenance Assessment District team joined the , , , community partners, and residents for a cleanup around the community gathering space at 50th Street and University Avenue.

Thanks to the incredible community effort, our neighborhood space is cleaner and more welcoming for our residents.

Thank you to everyone who lent a hand.

Interested in joining our next cleanup? Send us a message to learn more 🫧💚

Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 💚 We are proud to have joined the San D...
05/25/2026

Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month 💚

We are proud to have joined the San Diego City Council in support of the ’s AANHPI Heritage Month proclamation and to celebrate the many contributions of immigrant and refugee families throughout our community.

City Heights is home to a large AANHPI community, including many families from Vietnam, Laos, and Cambodia who came to the United States as refugees in the 1970s. Their stories reflect the resilience, strength, and perseverance that continue to shape the culture, businesses, and spirit of our neighborhood today.

A statement from our President and CEO, Alexis Villanueva, following today’s tragic attack at the Islamic Center of San ...
05/19/2026

A statement from our President and CEO, Alexis Villanueva, following today’s tragic attack at the Islamic Center of San Diego in Clairemont.

Community voices continue to shape the future of City Heights. During the April TEAH Task Force meeting, our Transportat...
05/18/2026

Community voices continue to shape the future of City Heights. During the April TEAH Task Force meeting, our Transportation and Planning team alongside TEAH and BET members discussed the Chollas Green-Blue Infrastructure Vision and the District 9 Rental Junk Fees proposal. Conversations focused on community-led environmental planning, future SR-15 improvements, housing stability, and the importance of protecting longtime residents as investments move forward in City Heights.

Thank you to our community members who continue showing up, sharing their voices, and helping shape the future of our neighborhood.

Interested in getting involved or learning more? Send us a message — we’d love to connect with you 💚

05/14/2026

Have you noticed our Maintenance Assessment District (MAD) team helping keep our neighborhood clean? 💚🫧

Our MAD team removes graffiti and markings from storefronts, alleys, and public spaces throughout the corridor to help maintain a clean, welcoming community for residents, businesses, and visitors.

To learn more or request service from our MAD team, visit cityheightscdc.org/mad

From here to there, bike anywhere! 🚲 Grab your bike and join the fun for Bike Anywhere Day on Thursday, May 21. Pedal t...
05/14/2026

From here to there, bike anywhere! 🚲

Grab your bike and join the fun for Bike Anywhere Day on Thursday, May 21. Pedal to one of 100 pit stops across the San Diego region from 6:30–9:30 a.m. for a free T-shirt, including our City Heights CDC pit stop at the City Heights Transit Plaza 💚

Visit SANDAG.org/bikeday to register and enter for a chance to win one of five e-bikes.

Join us as we speak out against the MTS transit fare increases this Friday, May 15th at 9am at the SANDAG transportation...
05/11/2026

Join us as we speak out against the MTS transit fare increases this Friday, May 15th at 9am at the SANDAG transportation committee meeting.

Last month, the MTS Board of Directors recommended their first significant fare increase since 2009. If approved by SANDAG, fare increases are expected to take effect this fall in a phased approach over two years. We strongly believe San Diego needs to explore all financial alternatives to address the fiscal cliff before placing a higher fare or cutting service for those who rely on transit the most.

To attend virtually and view meeting information please visit https://www.sandag.org/calendar

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