Girls Inc. of San Diego County
Non-profit OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Girls Inc. of San Diego County is a nonprofit organization that provides no-cost, research-based programming to support girls in overcoming gender, economic, and social barriers. Through mentoring in a safe, girls-only environment, the group helps participants envision college, resist peer pressure, and explore nontraditional STEM fields, with programs delivered as workshops, events, and ongoing activities. The organization relies on individual donors and grants to sustain its services and operates primarily in the San Diego County area, including its origin in Vista, and is affiliated with the national Girls Inc. network. It serves high-need girls and funds some programs through fee-based offerings to subsidize no-cost programming. The organization is led by professionals who guide participants and emphasizes long-term developmental outcomes for its members. A recent development noted is the continued activity of its programs within the local community as part of its ongoing nonprofit mission.