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We're excited to meet you! More than half our staff are former foster youth, many of us have participated in JIT’s services. We understand first-hand the challenges that each of us face on our path to self-sufficiency. And we are proof that having essential resources and consistent relationships with caring adults can have a lasting positive impact. Reliable, Responsive Real– JIT peers, coaches and staff share a common commitment to empowering you. Welcome to YOUR new community.

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DC Furniture Drop-Off

Name: DC Furniture Drop-Off
Start: 2026-10-16T10:00:00+00:00
End: 2026-10-16T12:00:00+00:00
Location: 4561 Mission Gorge Place, Suite G, San Diego, 92120

by Alfiia Osipova | Sep 21, 2026

🪑Donate Furniture & Household Items to our My First Home Distribution Center
A convenient and accessible way to support local young adults impacted by foster care through in-kind donations.

📅 Every Friday, except holidays
🕙 10:00 AM–12:00 PM
📍 4561 Mission Gorge Pl, Suite G, San Diego, CA 92120

If you would like to drop off a donation outside of this day or time, please email myfirsthome@jitfosteryouth.org to schedule an appointment.

To see which items are accepted, visit:
jitfosteryouth.org/mfh-household-donations/

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