United Through Reading

Services Provided: Education, Individual and Family Life, Parenting, SDMFC Member

Mission: 

Together, We Unite Military Families Facing Physical Separation By Facilitating The Bonding Experience Of Reading Aloud.

Vision- A nation of resilient families with a shared love for reading.

Who Does United Through Reading Serve:

Active, Retired, and Reserve military personnel as well as Veterans across San Diego County

How does United Through Reading serve the military-connected community?

We serve the military-connected community by facilitating video storybook recordings for military families facing physical separation.

We unite military families facing physical separation by facilitating the bonding experience of reading aloud. United Through Reading facilitates video storybook recordings for military families to help keep them connected during times of physical separation while promoting literacy. This is a free service for all military families which includes a new book along with their video recording.

United Through Reading Partners: 
STEP, Armed Services YMCA

1455 Frazee Rd Suite 500, San Diego, CA 92108
Hours: Monday – Friday, 8:30am to 5:30pm

Convening Links and Notes!

Convening Links and Notes!

Missed a convening or want to go back and get a recap?  Links to the recording, powerpoints, and resources are found in our blog!  

Navigating A Government Shutdown

 

A government shutdown can bring a lot of uncertainty and stress, especially if this is your first time experiencing one.  Please take a deep breath and know you’re not alone.

We’ve put together the one-sheets below with resources to help guide you through this time.  As you navigate the days ahead, remember to take care of yourself and your loved ones.  

Navigating Government Shutdown dtd 30 Jan 2026:  Please note that this will change as we get updates.  For “services expected to remain available”, these were services available during the last shutdown.

Veteran Field Guide to Government Shutdown (VA)

If you are feeling anxiety and or want to plan ahead to make sure your 2026 is off on the right foot, we highly recommend you connect with a financial counselor at your nearest military installation.  For a list of financial counselors and other resources, please check out our January convening blog page.  

If you need support or access to resources, the SAY San Diego Military Family Resource Center is here to help. You can reach them at mfrc@saysandiego.org

DONATIONS

DONATIONS

SDMFC works year-round to meet your needs as a collaborative through our bi-monthly newsletters, Action Teams, Membership Opportunities, and Monthly Convenings.  Consider supporting our efforts in the coming year by 

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Thanks for helping us make a difference in the military and veteran-connected community! All donations are welcome and appreciated.

SDMFC 2025 Membership

SDMFC 2025 Membership

Looking to become an SDMFC Member or to renew your membership in 2025? You came to the right place! Are you a current member, would like to become a member, or want to know what it means to be an SDMFC member? 

See the newest information to SDMFC Membership!

 

SDMFC CONVENING

SDMFC CONVENING

Did you miss a convening?  Check out our past convenings:  CLICK HERE

Convenings are held on the 4th Friday of the month at 10 a.m.  Mark your calendars!

  • TOPIC: Families of the Move: How to Prepare for the PCS Season
  • WHEN: Friday, 27 February 2026 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m
  • LOCATION:  National University (9388 Lightwave Ave., San Diego, CA 92123)
  • PARKING: Free in parking lot 
  • WHO: Military-connected organizations, agencies, service providers, servicemembers, and families; open to SDMFC members and non-members alike.

Our location will be switching often in 2025.  Please sign up for our updates and to see where we will be throughout the year!  CLICK HERE

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