By Brittney Sherman — Community, News, programs
District 38 Assemblymember, Gail Pellerin, awarded the 2026 California Non-Profit of the year award to South County based organization Community Solutions. Founded as a teen drop-off center in 1972, Community Solutions is an organization that provides critical services for children, teens, adults, and families who are facing times of crisis. Their mission is to create opportunities for positive change by promoting and supporting the full potential of individuals, the strengths of families, and the well-being of the community. The services and support they provide address a wide range of situations from mental health and substance use challenges to domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking.