CONTENTS FEBRUARY 2021
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6 Families San Diego Nice Guys
10 What ’ s In
Exceeding The Extraordinary
12 What We Love February 2021
15 Campaign Announcement Hope Lives Here
20 Golf CAI San Diego Golf Classic
24 Community
Jewish Federation ’ s OPTIONS
26 Making A Difference Saved In America
28 Golf Swing With Santa
34 Empowerment Building A Foundation for Future Generations
36 Awards Community Champions
38 Arts VAPA Foundation
40
Arts City Ballet
46 SWA Community
Elizabeth Fitzsimmons
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48 Empowerment Episcopal Community Services
50 SONY When CSR Aligns with Consumer Values
54 Golf Dog-Friendly Tournament
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60 Youth It All Started With A Dream of 3 People
62 Museum Legends Of Flight
64
Celebration Cultures of the World
66 Holidays
Toys For Joy
68
Education Cal Coast Cares Foundation
70 Heroes Promotoras Connecting Neighbors
72 Beauty Lukasz Swistun , M . D .
76 Science Using Plants To Address Climate Change
78
Opportunity Gift Giving
80 Culture Patrons Of The Prado
82 International CBX : The Path To Enhanced Travel Experience
84 Community
Days Of Giving
86 Altruism Sycuan Gift Giving Celebration
88 Traditions
Three Kings Day
90
Nutrition
The Time Is Now
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