Annual monthlong campaign brings together SDFC staff, players and fans to support food security, youth and community wellness across San Diego County.
San Diego, CA (Nov. 2, 2026) – San Diego FC (SDFC) today launched its annual Season of Giving, a monthlong holiday community initiative bringing together the Club, its players, staff and supporters to address critical needs across San Diego County.
Running from early November through mid-December, this year’s Season of Giving presented by Adriana’s Insurance will focus on three key areas: food insecurity, youth support and community wellness, providing fans and community members with opportunities to make a direct impact through donations, volunteer service and community engagement.
As part of the campaign, SDFC is once again partnering with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank through its One City, One Table initiative. SDFC will donate $9,000 to the Food Bank, equivalent to 18,000 meals for local families. (Every $1 donated provides two meals to local families.)
“Food has a unique way of bringing people together, especially during the holidays,” said Casey Castillo, CEO of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank. “San Diego FC’s One City, One Table campaign reflects the very best of our region: neighbors helping neighbors. We’re grateful for their partnership and for every fan who chooses to support this effort. Together, we can help ensure more families across San Diego County have food on the table and hope for the season ahead.”
The Club is also inviting fans to join the effort through food, toy and essential-item donations at multiple SDFC locations throughout the campaign.
How fans can participate
Beginning Saturday, Nov. 7, fans can support the Season of Giving by donating nonperishable food items at Snapdragon Stadium on matchday and by dropping off new, unwrapped toys and essential family items at Eighteen Threads, the Club’s official retail store, through Friday, Dec. 11.
Fans and community members can donate items including:
- Canned chicken and tuna
- Canned and dry beans
- Canned soup
- Canned and dried fruit
- Canned vegetables
- Cereal and oatmeal
- Rice and pasta
- Peanut butter
- New, unwrapped toys
- Shoes
- Blankets
- Books
- Diapers
- Hygiene supplies
Donated goods will be distributed through SDFC’s local nonprofit partners and in partnership with Hawthorne CAT and Agramont Worldwide Logistics, including the Armed Services YMCA of San Diego County (ASYMCA), and select schools from across the region, helping provide critical resources to families and youth throughout the region.
One City, One Table
SDFC’s One City, One Table initiative will continue to focus on combating seasonal hunger in partnership with the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.
In addition to SDFC’s $9,000 contribution, fans can support the Food Bank by bringing nonperishable food donations to Snapdragon Stadium on Saturday, Nov. 7, with additional collection opportunities at Eighteen Threads and other Club locations throughout the campaign.
The Food Bank’s most needed nonperishable food items include:
- Canned chicken and tuna
- Canned and dry beans
- Canned soup
- Canned and dried fruit
- Canned vegetables
- Cereal and oatmeal
- Rice and pasta
- Peanut butter
Club staff volunteer efforts
SDFC staff members will also participate in hands-on community service projects throughout the Season of Giving. This year’s volunteer efforts will center on storm-readiness and community resilience, including projects focused on flood and erosion prevention, creek cleanups, sandbag preparation and beautification of community parks.
SDFC and Hawthorne CAT staff will also volunteer with the San Diego Food Bank on Tuesday, Nov. 24, supporting the organization’s efforts to prepare and distribute food to families across the region during the holiday season.
18 days of gratitude
Beginning Tuesday, Dec. 1, SDFC will celebrate its annual 18 Days of Gratitude social campaign, highlighting 18 individuals and organizations making a positive impact in San Diego and featuring messages of gratitude from SDFC players and members of the Club.
The Season of Giving will also include additional community moments throughout November and December, including holiday toy distributions, soccer gear donation collection & sorting and youth-focused giving initiatives.
Fans can learn more about SDFC’s Season of Giving and find information about donation and volunteer opportunities at SanDiegoFC.com/club/community/season-of-giving.
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About San Diego FC
San Diego FC is Major League Soccer’s 30th Club, competing in its second season at Snapdragon Stadium in 2026. The Club is jointly owned by Sir Mohamed Mansour, a distinguished entrepreneur, investor, and philanthropist with global ties in the sport, and the Sycuan Band of the Kumeyaay Nation, the first Native American tribe with a significant ownership stake in a men’s professional team across all major sports leagues. Manny Machado, San Diego’s perennial MLB All-Star, is an investor in the Club, alongside other high-profile partners including World Cup champion Juan Mata, Emmy nominated actress and producer Issa Rae, and Grammy Award-winning artist Tems. San Diego FC is a proud member of the Right to Dream community, a global network of youth academies and professional football clubs. San Diego FC’s stated vision is to become the epicenter of football excellence and innovation in North America.
About the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank
Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is the largest hunger-relief organization in San Diego County. Serving as the countywide food safety net, the Food Bank provides nutritious food to people in need, advocates on behalf of the hungry, and educates the public about hunger-related issues. Through a network of direct service programs and more than 450 nonprofit partners, the Food Bank serves an average of 400,000 people every month. In fiscal year 2026, the organization distributed nearly 52 million pounds of food and resources — equivalent to 42.5 million meals. Learn more at sandiegofoodbank.org and follow us @sdfoodbank.