Women lifting women.
Banat San Diego connects Arab women and families in East County, San Diego County with resources, opportunity and each other.
It started as a circle of friends
In 2016, Banat San Diego began as a place for Arab women to share information and look out for one another. Today it is a nonprofit that connects women, families and seniors with the help they need.
Our mission: empower and support the Arab community in San Diego County by connecting people with resources, opportunity and care.
Rooted in East County, San Diego County
From El Cajon to La Mesa, we meet women close to home, family and the community they love.
What we do
Women's empowerment
Classes, mentoring and support for women ready to work, start a business or go back to school.
Finding the right help
We help you find the right door: housing, food, health care, senior services and family support.
Families and seniors
Food, essentials, household items and companionship for families and seniors going through a hard time.
Banat San Diego Business Builders
Eight weeks. Three paths. One plan that is yours.
- Free of charge
- Classes in Arabic and English
- Childcare during sessions
- A small group of 15 to 20 women
Work
Resume, interviews, job search and your rights at work.
Business
Turn a skill or a home business into income: permits, pricing and first customers.
Education
English classes, college, training and financial aid.
Lend a hand
Partner with us
Colleges, clinics, businesses and agencies: teach a session or host a class.
Get in touch
Give where it stays local
Every gift supports women and families in East County, San Diego County. Banat San Diego is a 501(c)(3) public charity, so donations are tax-deductible.
Online giving is coming soon. To give today, contact us and we'll help.
Contact us to giveStay in touch
Tell us how you'd like to be involved. We'll get back to you in Arabic or English.