Hope for San Diego changes lives
We hope for San Diego
Can you imagine a city where all people thrive? A city where everyone sleeps in a warm bed at night? A city where all children are safely nurtured in healthy families? A city where neighbors welcome strangers with open arms? That’s the vision of Hope for San Diego—a renewed city where even the most vulnerable thrive.
Working toward that vision means Hope for San Diego walks into the shadows of our city to be the hands and feet of hope to those who need it most.
Our Mission
In light of Christ’s love, Hope for San Diego engages our community to care for and invest in our under-served neighbors.
Our Values

Hopeful Presence
We embrace hope for the community we call home, serving out of gratitude for the abundance of Christ’s grace and mercy.

Holistic Renewal
Human brokenness extends to all aspects of life, so renewal must address the needs of the whole person—social, emotional, economic, physical, and spiritual.

Love for the City
We acknowledge the beauty and brokenness of San Diego, demonstrating our faith through active service.

Thoughtful Investment
We desire to be a trusted catalyst for lasting change, making long-term investments as we seek transformed lives and a renewed city.

Collaboration
We empower people and churches to pursue common goals alongside non-profit organizations that are creating opportunities for the most vulnerable to thrive.
Board of Directors

Amanda Boerneke
Board Chair

Ben Tao
Board Member

Sharon From
Board Member

Susie Fikse
Board Member

Vivian Sapthavee
Board Member

Kate Ortiz
Board Member

Jessica Thompson
Board Member

Sandi Adam
Board Member
Staff

Susie Fikse
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

Alec Ostapovicz
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT DIRECTOR

Abby Murrell
COMMUNITY PARTNERSHIPS DIRECTOR
