We're working hard to uplift BIPOC communities in Southern California through workshops, programs, and events that ignite real change in spaces that are not inclusive towards BIPOC people.
ASCENDtials is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law.
The goal is to rekindle a lost connection to truth, establishing a foundation for reciprocity as a guiding principle — one that we live by to protect and uplift ourselves. Through our experiences, we find direction, learning from the wisdom embedded in each moment. Respect for the planet and its resources is not just necessary but fundamental. Our actions foster genuine connection and real-time accountability, ensuring that we remain aligned with integrity.
Communities flourish when they draw upon the wisdom of ancestors who understood the deep interconnection between humanity and nature. Inclusion in chaos serves no purpose; instead, leadership rooted in truth is essential to propel a nation forward. Distraction leads nowhere, but true peace of mind allows us to recognize the signs that matter most. As above, so below.
Our elders, the keepers of wisdom, need reassurance that we will honor their knowledge — protect, preserve, and actively unlearn harmful habits that have calcified into generational structures sustaining the very issues we strive to dismantle.
Ongoing education in the fundamental elements — earth, air, water, fire, and the planet as a whole — is essential to sustaining life. Each day, committing to our individual role in stewardship is far more impactful than relying solely on industries to shoulder this responsibility or allowing those same industries to control the narrative and promote the truth. It's not balanced, therefore it's not the truth.
Investing in truth-based education cultivates genuine strength from an early age, reducing unnecessary burdens and shaping individuals who navigate life with greater resilience and less hardship. By prioritizing knowledge rooted in principles of nature, we empower future generations to build sustainable, meaningful lives.
When thoughtfully organized, markets create opportunities for people to live in alignment with these principles, engage with pressing issues firsthand, and contribute to meaningful change in real time.
Help us continue to build environments where truth is ever present and thriving for the sake of ourselves.
The markets reconnect us with the streets, bringing us face-to-face with people we might never encounter if we remained behind the wheel. It eliminates the cost of vehicle travel for shopping, encouraging us to walk more, spend time outdoors, and engage with our surroundings. It fosters real conversations, prompting us to set aside our phones and truly see who is present.
Every dollar you give goes directly to programs that change lives — from youth education to environmental stewardship. Choose the way that works best for you.
Every single donation — no matter the size — helps us run programs, buy supplies, and show up for San Diego's BIPOC youth and families. Make a difference today.
Give NowHelp fund Build My Spirit and MAET — giving BIPOC youth ages 3–17 a space to connect with nature, culture, and community.
Support YouthFund beach cleanups, garden science, and ecological stewardship that connect youth to the earth.
Learn MoreMonthly giving is the most powerful way to support us — it helps us plan ahead, hire staff, and sustain programs year-round.
Give MonthlyHelp our vendors thrive at certified farmers' markets. Your support fuels economic empowerment for BIPOC entrepreneurs across San Diego.
Get in TouchUplift San Diego's BIPOC families through holistic education, cultural events, and economic opportunities.
Learn MoreBecome a sustaining supporter and help ASCENDtials build a thriving, equitable future for BIPOC communities across Southern California.
Get InvolvedPlease consider donating today to support our mission. Your generosity will truly make a difference in the lives of others.
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"Please consider donating today to support our mission. Your generosity will truly make a difference in the lives of others."
Every dollar helps us show up — at the farmers' market, in the classroom, at the park — for BIPOC youth and families across San Diego.
Whether you give once, give monthly, or spread the word — you are part of what makes ASCENDtials possible.