resources and relationships to assure that it continued to be the critical community partner that San Diego has relied on for decades . All of MAAC ’ s core programs continued to be in operation and the organization expanded efforts to include new services to help with short- and mid-term COVID-related economic relief .
In 2020 , MAAC distributed nearly $ 300,000 in direct aid to families who were impacted by the pandemic and doubled the amount food and diapers distributed to families across the county to meet the increased need . Understanding the importance of offering children quality early childhood education and family support services , MAAC was one of the first Head Start providers in the western U . S . to offer safe , inperson education at its child development centers , giving families
a safe and trusted partner to care for their children so they could return to work . Additionally , MAAC expanded mental health resources made available to participants , grew its workforce training opportunities , and secured funding for the development of more affordable housing .
MAAC saw a need to provide Latino families in North County , including those in rural areas , with access to vital information and resources regarding the coronavirus . Along with three other lead partner agencies , it formed the San Diego Latino Health Coalition , and opened its North County COVID-19 Relief Resource Center . The coalition aims to educate individuals on steps to help prevent disease transmission , increase participation in testing and contact tracing , and most importantly , save lives .
Looking forward to the opportunities 2021 will bring , MAAC continues to remain focused and committed to supporting the most vulnerable communities in southern California beyond these crises and through economic recovery .
MAAC needs your support now , more than ever and you can volunteer , champion or donate . To learn more about MAAC ’ s programs and services , or to make a tax-deductible gift , please visit www . MAACproject . org .
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