Groundwork San Diego

Nonprofit organization dedicated to rehabilitating the Chollas Creek Watershed through community involvement & empowerment.

Newsletter:

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

T-minus 3 days & counting until we migrate away from Twitter...

...but you can still check out our on-going campaign 4 positive change in the underserved communities of Chollas Creek.

Follow us on Facebook @ Groundwork San Diego Chollas Creek or Instagram @ groundworksandiego.

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

On Saturday, we gave a presentation on Clean Mobility & Climate Safe @MTMWolves w/ students & their families.

We also gave a demo on cooking w/ a countertop induction hot plate to help families save money on utility bills & reduce their carbon footprint.

#climateaction
#cooking

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

After our Induction Cooking demo on Saturday, @MTMWolves families and event attendees joined us @ the EarthLab to weed and detail our newly-minted
@PBudBurst Community Pollinator Garden.

#community
#pollinatorgarden
#getoutside

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

@CityofSanDiego officials meet w/ Groundwork San Diego & Southcrest residents to inform residents on city plans to address the flooding situation in the area.

Residents also advocated for safer parks near Chollas Creek.

#community
#climateaction
#advocacy
#organize
#SpeakOut

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Due to changes in the environment of this platform, we will be communicating via Facebook & IG for the foreseeable future.

We will communicate via Twitter through next Friday.

Follow us on:
Facebook = Groundwork San Diego Chollas Creek
Instagram = groundworksandiego

Thank you!

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Recently, we did a presentation on Clean Mobility for students at Lincoln High School (San Diego)'s Workforce Wednesday.

We also discussed how the transition to Clean Mobility Transportation affects our environment and future career prospects.

#DriveElectric
#gogreen

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Get Paid to Save w/ the Power Saver Rewards Program

Get paid for reducing your energy. Help to make the grid more reliable for everyone by shifting some of your energy use outside the hours when it’s most in demand.

Learn more @ https://t.co/AZ6MgDC66B

#sdge
#sdgepowersavers

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

With Gratitude and Joy, we wish you a Happy and Safe Thanksgiving!

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

On Saturday, we had @MTMWolves Family Day at @balboapark.

First, the families roamed the park on their own. Then, as a group, we all explored @museumofus.

Thank you @sdfdn for giving these families the opportunity to experience some of SD's premier cultural attractions.

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Get your gas appliances tested to help prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.

Schedule your no-cost SDG&E inspection in My Account. Login to https://t.co/21UJKH7Wjz, select Services, Services Overview and then Gas Appliance Check.

#sdge
#SDGEassist

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

On Thursday, we took @MTMWolves students on a trip to get more acquainted w/ @BalboaPark.

Students explored Spanish Village, watched magic show by street performer from Mexico City & hiked in the canyon.

Thank you @CaStateParksSD for promoting outdoor equity for our students.

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Last week, our after-school campers learned how to make different types of pies in our KitchenLab.

Thank you @TheCACoast WHALE TAIL® Grants Program for helping students gain skills that will help them grow up to be responsible, self-reliant adults!

https://t.co/PQTKOYx8al .

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

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For more ideas on how to lower your energy use, visit https://t.co/4bu5nUeXB4.

#sdge
#SDGEassist

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Our Executive Director, Leslie Reynolds, spoke with NBC News 7 & Telemundo 20 about how the Bezos EarthFund Pocket Park on Federal Blvd will help shape the Chollas Creek Regional Park Trail system.

https://t.co/89dpt7brER

#climateaction
#ParksForAll
#chollascreek

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

Help make our energy grid stronger and more reliable for all Californians—and get paid for it too. SDG&E’s Power Saver Rewards program rewards you for lowering your electricity use when energy is most in demand.

Learn more at https://t.co/AZ6MgDC66B.

#sdge
#sdgepowersavers

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

SDG&E provides assistance programs to help you with your monthly bill which can include up to a 30% discount. Find out if you qualify at https://t.co/Tkflw86P7g.

#sdge
#SDGEAssist

[Groundwork San Diego @GroundworkSD]

On Saturday, we planted our new EarthLab Pollinator Garden!

It was a joyous time spent with so many people who love nature, including EarthLab volunteers, our Green Team, students & families, @SDBGarden members & @sdaudubon members.

#pollinatorgarden
#budburst
#citizenscience