Building Connections. Strengthening Community.
For nearly 30 years, our nonprofit organization has strengthened community bonds and built lasting connections here in sunny North County, San Diego. Our award winning Thrift Shop is in Encinitas, and our programs provide support for Encinitas, Solana Beach, Del Mar, and Cardiff.
Donors and members trust that every contribution directly benefits local individuals and families. Together, we address crucial community needs through meaningful, measurable impact — right here at home.
Local Giving. Lasting Impact.
Every donation stays in our community, supporting survivors, students, and families with practical help and heartfelt care.
Through our fundraising efforts and over 30,000 Volunteer Hours, we accomplished the following in 2025-2026:
IMPACT Survivors
We supported over 1,000 children and over 3,000 adult survivors of domestic and sexual assault through donations, critical need items, clothing, backpacks, peer support groups, and other essentials.
IMPACT Students
We reached 1,700+ students through school support, scholarships, books, clothing, and readiness programs .
IMPACT Community
We strengthened our community through donated food, books, clothing, more than 475 handmade items, 2500+ floral arrangements, and home furnishings valued at over $20,000 to over 400+ people transitioning out of homelessness.
How We Make an Impact
Upcoming Events
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"Bubbly Boutique" Fashion Fundraiser with Cozzena
Shop, sip, and support a great cause! Enjoy refreshments and sparkllng wine while you shop Cozzena’s 2026 New Spring/Summer Collection - with a generous portion of all sales coming back to Impact Coastal Alliance.
Saturday, May 30th / 11am - 4pm
1940 Encinitas Blvd, Encinitas
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Coffee & Conversation
June 25th, 11am - 12pm
Open to all, this casual, drop-in event is a way to meet others in the community.
Locations vary - be sure to request info below to get the latest information!
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Flowers for Impact & Knifty Knitters
Flowers: Weekly on Mondays
Members and guests gather weekly to arrange donated flowers for local senior centers and more.
Knitters: Monthly
Members and guests create handmade gifts to be donated to a variety of amazing organizations.
What People Are Saying
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“The #1 thing that drew me was that Impact Coastal Alliance is all volunteers. The ladies are all caring. I love the experience with fundraising, the exposure to such experienced, amazing people, the work we are doing, and the ‘help others’ mindset.”
— Current Member
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“This is very important and a big help. My salary isn’t enough to buy nice clothes for my children. I am very grateful for all the people who made it possible to help families like us.”
— Local “Ready, Set, School” Participant
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“As volunteers, we’re very different from each other, from different walks of life; a good mix of people who all have a common goal. It feels like a family. Impact Coastal Alliance is very welcoming.”
— Current Member
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“They were both so excited to show their new shoes and clothes to their teachers and friends. This is such a blessing! Thank you so much!! We are grateful for the kind way you strengthen children,families and our community.’”
— Local “Ready, Set, School” Participant