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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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🍔 FOOD!

🎸 MUSIC!

🏆 PRIZES!

🤝 RESOURCES!

✨ MAGIC!

🎯 GAMES!

🎨 CRAFTS!

🏆 PRIZES!

🍔 FOOD!

🎸 MUSIC!

🤝 RESOURCES!

✨ MAGIC!

🎯 GAMES!

🎨 CRAFTS!

About the Festival

A Day for Community & Connection

A day for community & connection

Join us May 2nd at Liberty Station Central Promenade from 12pm – 3pm for a family-friendly day of music, food trucks, activities and prizes.

The Igniting HOPE & Building CommUNITY Family & Fun Nonprofit Festival brings together more than 30 organizations dedicated to ensuring young people succeed.

Come ignite hope, build community, and celebrate the great things that happen when we come together for good.

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Live Performances

Live Performances

Divina Jasso

Divina Jasso

Bringing soulful live music and vibrant energy to the promenade. A dynamic blend of Latin, reggae, and R&B that gets the crowd moving and creates an unforgettable atmosphere.

Amazing Dana

The Amazing Dana

High-energy magic, comedy, and audience interaction for all ages. Expect surprises, laughter, and a show that keeps everyone engaged.

Lots of Family Fun Activities!

Lots of family fun activities

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Crafts

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Games

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Face Painting

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Yoga

Great Prizes

Safari Park Tickets

City Bay Brunch Cruise

Puma Golf Attire

San Diego Zoo Tickets

San Diego Automotive Museum

Great Prizes

Safari Park Tickets

City Bay Brunch Cruise

Puma Golf Attire

San Diego Zoo Tickets

San Diego Automotive Museum

Food trucks

Food trucks

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Born in Brooklyn Logo_nb

Dirty Birds Logo_nb

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Nonprofit Partners & Resources

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Remove Your Shadow Journals

United4Youth

Directions

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Liberty Station Central Promenade

2641 Truxtun Rd
San Diego, CA 92106