Help ASCENDtials grow and expand our positive impact on communities and the world — by volunteering, donating, or joining as a member.
There are so many ways to get involved with ASCENDtials — from hands-on volunteering and giving financially, to joining our community as a member or becoming a partner organization.
Give your time and skills — remotely or in-person — at cleanups, markets, workshops, and community events across San Diego.
Get started →Your financial support — one-time or recurring — sustains our mission, programs, and community impact directly.
Give today →Join our community — gain access to exclusive content, events, workshops, and tools while supporting ASCENDtials' ongoing programs.
Join now →Collaborate with ASCENDtials as an organization, company, civic entity, or community group — co-creating lasting impact together.
Explore →Help ASCENDtials grow and expand our positive impact on communities and the world. Whether you contribute your skills remotely or join us in the field — your service matters.
Contribute your skills from anywhere — weekly or long term — supporting our team in communications, outreach, program development, operations, and administrative tasks.
Join us onsite at our farmers' markets, food distributions, garden projects, and beach and highway cleanups. Connect directly with youth, community, and the environment.
Sign up, complete onboarding, contribute with heart, and watch your hours grow. This portal is your path to service: one-time donation or waiver setup, hour tracking, appreciation letters, newsletter signup, and a living checklist that orients you to our tools and team.
Become an ASCENDtials member and gain access to exclusive content, education tools, events, workshops, and sessions — with benefits that grow with your commitment.
"Your membership donation is not a fee — it's a shared commitment to sustaining the work we do together. We're grateful you're here."
Free membership for students who want to engage with our literacy programs, workshops, and learning community.
Full access to ASCENDtials membership benefits for one year — exclusive content, tools, and community events.
Support ASCENDtials continuously with a recurring monthly or annual subscription — the most impactful way to contribute.
Donate to help support ASCENDtials' mission and impact. Every contribution — large or small — goes directly toward programs, events, and community empowerment in San Diego's BIPOC communities.
ASCENDtials is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Your donation is tax-deductible and goes directly toward BIPOC community empowerment in San Diego.
Beyond volunteering and donating, there are many more ways to show your support and help us build stronger communities.
Join our ASCENDtNews newsletter for monthly updates on vendor spotlights, youth voices, market news, healing sessions, and upcoming events — your dose of inspiration and impact.
Subscribe →We work with community organizations, companies, civic entities, and social justice groups through collaboration and co-creation. Contact us to explore how we can work together.
Partner with Us →ASCENDtials' Service Learning Program offers real-time volunteer and internship roles — providing students with practical opportunities that build professional experience in the community.
Apply →Attend our healing sessions, literacy workshops, farmers' markets, Kemetic yoga classes, or club gatherings. Your participation strengthens our community and sustains our programming.
View Events →Share our mission with your network. Follow us on social media, share our events, and help us reach more BIPOC community members who can benefit from our programs and services.
Follow Us →We welcome practicing lawyers and recent law graduates to volunteer in our Legal Support Program — focused on pro bono services and community engagement.
Learn More →Whether you give an hour, a dollar, or a year — every contribution helps us uplift San Diego's BIPOC community through education, environmental stewardship, and empowerment.