BCCA Initiative OneSD

OneSD

San Diego works better when we work together.

We live in a dynamic community with millions of people, hundreds of neighborhoods and countless perspectives. But to achieve our region’s potential, these differences must not define us.

OneSD brings together a coalition of over 100 organizations from every sector of the county to strengthen trust, foster collaboration and solve real-world challenges.

Challenge

Our community fabric is fraying.

We live in a remarkable region. But San Diegans are not immune to the fundamental challenges of our time—increasing polarization and hostility magnified by declining social trust.

Locally, hate crimes are on the rise. Elected officials face threats and harassment. And San Diego ranks 20th in trust among the 34 largest U.S. metropolitan areas.

These trends threaten the connections that hold our communities together and keep us from becoming a place where all can thrive.

We need to do better.

Solution

Create a broad-based coalition.

OneSD brings people and organizations from every sector of the community to:

  • Strengthen trust by creating opportunities for people to build relationships across differences.
  • Collaborate by sharing ideas, resources and expertise.
  • Move beyond conversation to identify shared challenges and develop real world solutions.
  • Amplify what works by connecting efforts already making a difference across the region.
  • Build a shared identity for San Diego as a place where everyone can contribute and thrive.

Snapshot

  • ≈50%

    of San Diegans are concerned about political violence and hate crimes. (OneSD Survey, 2026)

  • 61%

    of elected officials in San Diego County reported experiencing threats or harassment. (USD CATHI Initiative, 2024)

  • 34%

    or just 1/3 of San Diegans say most people can be trusted. (Pew Research Center, 2025)

Research

The Path To Progress

BCCA OneSD Baseline Report Spreads

2026

Establishing the baseline.

OneSD released its inaugural report, creating a clear picture of San Diego’s community fabric and establishing a starting point for measuring progress.

The report examines trust, connection, civic participation, division and other indicators that help define the region’s current state.

OneSD Launch Event

May 2026

Bringing San Diego together.

More than 350 people gathered at UC San Diego Park & Market for the OneSD Kickoff Dialogue and Reception.

The event brought leaders and organizations from across the region to launch OneSD and begin a broader conversation about San Diego’s future.

OneSD Back to the Why Event

2026–2027

Building the coalition.

OneSD is expanding its network of organizations and developing new ways for San Diegans to participate.

The coalition is building shared tools, strengthening connections among partners and creating opportunities to turn dialogue into action.

“There is no one way to be a San Diegan.”
Deana Mackey
Executive Director, KPBS

The OneSD Coalition

Cross-sector Collaboration.

Over 100 organizations from across San Diego unite as OneSD to share ideas, connect resources and work toward a stronger, more collaborative community.

Category

Members

  • OneSD Coalition Member
  • Impact Story

Leadership

Reflecting the diversity of San Diego’s communities, institutions and perspectives, OneSD leaders guide the initiative’s efforts and strengthen connections across sectors.

  • OneSD Leadership Adria Fox Adria Fox Co-Founder and CEO C4GS LinkedIn: Adria Fox
  • OneSD Leadership Chris Sichel Chris Sichel Vice President of Programs Prebys Foundation
  • OneSD Leadership Daniel Kuperschmid Daniel Kuperschmid President and CEO San Diego Tourism Authority
  • OneSD Leadership David Miyashiro David Miyashiro Superintendent Cajon Valley Union School District
  • OneSD Leadership Gina Lopez Gina Lopez CEO California Center for the Arts, Escondido
  • OneSD Leadership Jkeren Sears J’Keren Sears Senior Manager Public Affairs Alaska Airlines
  • OneSD Leadership James Harris James Harris President University of San Diego
  • OneSD Leadership Jim Gruny Jim Gruny Community Liaison Officer, Marine Corps Recruit Depot
  • OneSD Leadership Louie Nguyen Louie Nguyen President & CEO SAY San Diego
  • OneSD Leadership Michael Brunker Michael Brunker Rotary 5340
  • Tad Seth Parzen Tad Seth Parzen Co-Founder, President & CEO BCCA LinkedIn: Tad Seth Parzen
  • OneSD Leadership Todd Tibbits Todd Tibbits President and CEO YMCA of San Diego County
  • BCCA Board Veronica Dela Rosa Veronica Dela Rosa Executive Vice President of Operations Healthcare Executive

Get Involved

Share your ideas. Join a conversation. Become a partner. Or support the work. There’s a place for you here.