Experience Making a Difference

Experience Making a Difference

IVC San Diego Members Go “Back to School” to Serve Local Youth

IVC San Diego Members Go “Back to School” to Serve Local Youth

Recently, four new IVC Members (Anne Egan, Maria Krick, Veronica O’Neill, and Teresa Bautista, pictured with Principal Gina Olsen) attended an orientation and training at St. Rita’s School. For over 73 years, the school has provided a nurturing environment for the children of the Southeast San Diego neighborhood.

Spotlight on Service: David Buckley’s Dedication at St. Paul’s PACE

Spotlight on Service: David Buckley’s Dedication at St. Paul’s PACE

Spotlight on Service: David Buckley’s Dedication at St. Paul’s PACE
Seven months ago, David began his volunteer journey at St. Paul’s PACE (Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly). PACE is a comprehensive medical, social, and home care program for low-income seniors with chronic medical conditions who are struggling to live at home independently.

IVC Names New Director in San Diego

IVC Names New Director in San Diego

The Ignatian Volunteer Corps announces the appointment of Curran Gaughan as Director for its San Diego Region. The Ignatian Volunteer...
Frontline to Online:  Volunteering in the Time of COVID

Frontline to Online: Volunteering in the Time of COVID

Barbara Flynn loved her IVC placement in Chicago. From 2017 through 2019, this former librarian served two days a week at Accolade Adult Day Care, companioning people with dementia. A move back to Southern California in late 2019 had her seek out the IVC San Diego regional office, and she began 2020 eager to find a new social service agency placement. Then came the stop sign that is the COVID-19 pandemic!