Bringing Design and Construction to Those Who Need It Most.
Mission Statement
AEC Cares mobilizes design, manufacturing, and construction professionals to identify, design, and renovate spaces in underserved communities.
Get Involved in Next Years Project
Do you know of any great spaces in San Diego that could serve as the perfect foundation for a meaningful community project? AEC Cares is looking for potential locations to launch our 2026 initiative, and we'd love to hear from you! Whether it’s a vacant building, a local nonprofit in need of help, or an underutilized community area, your suggestions could help us make a lasting impact.
Next Years Pro Bono Design Team
Our Annual Day of Service
The Annual Day of Service brings together professionals from the architecture, engineering, and construction industries to make a lasting impact on communities in need. This flagship event is a powerful demonstration of how skilled individuals can come together to create positive change.
Volunteer
AEC Cares invites professionals—designers, architects, engineers, and general contractors—to lend their time and expertise to support community projects. Volunteers contribute their skills to design and build welcoming spaces that make a real difference for those in need.
Sponsor
AEC Cares offers a range of sponsorship and donation opportunities, enabling companies and individuals to support these transformative projects. Whether through financial contributions or donated materials, your support plays a vital role in bringing these initiatives to life.
Pro Bono Team
AEC Cares assembles a dedicated team of design professionals and contractors who donate their time and creativity to ensure the success of each project. Their pro bono contributions ensure that every renovation and improvement meet the highest standards of quality and impact.
Catholic Charities Teen Center Renovations
On June 4, 2025, AEC Cares renovated the Catholic Charities Teen Center. This renovation has given new life to a space dedicated to empowering at-risk youth, fostering education, and providing a safe haven for teens in need.
The Catholic Charities Teen Center serves 300 adolescents living in Dorchester’s Bowdoin-Geneva neighborhood after school hours and throughout the summer months. The staff, programs, and activities aim to increase teens’ self-esteem while providing the tools needed for academic and personal growth as well as their success in the community.
This investment in the future with the help of local contractors, designers, and building material suppliers, AEC Cares has transformed the Teen Center into a welcoming and functional space, demonstrating the power of collective effort.
