We’re excited to announce the annual City Heights Champion Scholars Scholarship! See eligibility requirements and the application via the button below, and stay tuned for more info and stories of past winners.

The City Heights Community Development Corporation (CHCDC) is thrilled to announce the launch of the University Avenue Shop Local Passport Program!

With over 195 tenants currently on the waitlist, our Eviction Prevention team is working diligently to address the number of families and individuals at risk of eviction and potential homelessness or displacement. 

Download the Via San Diego App or call (619) 413-9986 to schedule a ride!

City Heights and North Park residents now have access to Mid-City GO!—a free, convenient, and on-demand shuttle service. This pilot program is designed to serve the Mid-City area, with a focus on residents facing limited transportation options.

Divorce was never part of her plan, but when it happened, she found herself struggling with addiction and homelessness for years. She lost her daughter, her home, and, at times, even herself. She remained stuck in that cycle because she desperately needed help.

Born in Sudan, Entesar now lives in City Heights with her family. She spends her days nurturing her four children while managing the many responsibilities of an at-home parent.

Mid-City Go! is an all-electric shuttle experience offering an alternative mobility option in City Heights and North Park.

The Mid-City Communities Plan Update (CPU) encompasses the neighborhoods of City Heights, Kensington-Talmadge, and Normal Heights. It serves as a long-term vision for land use, mobility, urban design, public facilities, and services.

The 2024 City Heights Winter Extravaganza was a success. Thank you to the City of San Diego Parks and Recreation Department, the Toys-for-Tots Foundation, CDC team members and volunteers, community partners, and especially the dedicated business owners who participated as vendors.

City Heights is celebrating a significant milestone with the opening of the Wat Champourukha Vanaram's public meditation center on 45th Street. In partnership with the Khmer American Mutual Association of San Diego, the City Heights Community Development Corporation (CDC) is proud to support this initiative, which marks a crucial step in providing accessible mindfulness practices to the community.

We are thrilled to announce City Heights CDC is now the contract holder for the University Avenue Maintenance Assessment District (MAD)! 

Do you have questions concerning your rights as a tenant or landlord during tenancy? We invite you to join us this Thursday evening for a Tenant and Landlord Education Workshop.

Congratulations to our CEO, Alexis Villanueva, for her nomination as a finalist for the San Diego Business Journal’s 2024 CEO of the Year.

Thank you to St. Paul's Senior Services for the wonderful opportunity earlier this month to share with their community members about the Coordinated Evictions Prevention System (CEPS) Program. 

With local neighborhoods struggling to contain the growing threat of displacement and gentrification, we are proud to announce the results of our “Development without Displacement” report – a comprehensive project designed to help inform housing policy in City Heights moving forward.

City Heights CDC’s annual turkey distribution for City Heights residents was successful! Seeing our team and community exchange smiles and gratitude, as we embark upon the holiday season, is truly heart-warming.

Our Transportation and Planning team is hosting an online community meeting in which SANDAG will present upcoming improvements to Orange Avenue. Residents- join the VIRTUAL meeting to learn more and share your opinions!

During this series of workshops, our team’s goal is to inform tenants and landlords about their duties and rights, ensuring fair practices and protections are in place for both.

City Heights CDC is hosting our 2nd Annual Winter Extravaganza in the City Heights Community!

¡City Heights CDC está organizando nuestro segundo espectáculo anual de invierno en la comunidad de City Heights!

Do you operate a small business or are a sidewalk vendor? Would you like to learn more about resources geared toward supporting your business? Join us on October 14!