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MAAC
57 YEARS OF SERVICE
MAAC has worked to improve the overall health and strength of San Diego ’ s most underserved communities by providing comprehensive social services in the areas of Economic Development , Education , Health & Well-being , Housing , and Advocacy & Leadership Development . Since 1965 , the organization has been a social justice advocate using principles of diversity , equity and inclusion as driving forces for its work , and has proudly served more than two million individuals throughout the County .
MAAC Team Members
For generations , MAAC has responded to the challenges faced by the community by evolving its programs to meet current needs , and the last few years were no different . As the pandemic intensified the economic disparities in our region , MAAC leveraged its staff , resources and relationships to ensure that the organization continued to be the critical community partner that San Diego has relied on for decades .
MAAC Headstart program in the 1980s
MAAC is currently focused on rebuilding the region ’ s economic landscape and has invested $ 1.2 million to expand workforce development opportunities for lower- and middle-income households . In addition , the organization is developing more than 1,200 new units of affordable housing in San Diego and Imperial Counties to increase the number of safe , quality homes for working families . With an economic impact exceeding $ 200 million to our local economy each year , MAAC is transforming the lives of thousands of San Diegans .
MAAC has come a long way since its beginnings . Today , the organization continues its commitment to ensuring equitable access to affordable housing , education , and employment opportunities so that all individuals and families can thrive .
Join us in celebration of MAAC ’ s milestones and impact in the community at the 2022 MAAC Soirée , presented by Bank of America and Southwest Airlines , on Thursday , October 27 at The Lane in downtown San Diego . To learn more about MAAC ’ s programs and services or to buy tickets to the MAAC Soirée , please visit www . MAACproject . org .
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