Fisher House Southern California has been named an honoree for the 2026 San Diego Business Impact Awards, an annual recognition hosted by the San Diego Regional Economic Development Corporation (EDC) and JPMorganChase. The award celebrates organizations that drive economic growth and contribute significantly to the local community, according to the announcement.
The recognition highlights Fisher House Southern California's ongoing growth as well as its core humanitarian mission. The nonprofit provides a "home away from home" at no cost to military and veteran families while their loved one receives medical care at regional military and VA medical centers. By easing the financial burden of travel and lodging, the organization helps keep families together during complex medical crises, directly supporting the well-being of the region's defense community.
The San Diego Business Impact Awards ceremony brings together leaders across the regional economy to celebrate local enterprise, leadership, and service. This year's honor underscores Fisher House Southern California's commitment to sustainable organizational growth while delivering vital community support to service members and their families.
Fisher House Southern California is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to providing a "home away from home" for military members, veterans, and their families while a loved one receives medical care at VA and military hospitals throughout Southern California. Through donor support and community partnerships, the organization helps families stay together during medical treatment by providing no-cost lodging and, when Fisher House accommodations are unavailable, assistance with nearby temporary lodging.
The organization supports five Fisher Houses across four Southern California locations, helping reduce the financial burden of travel and lodging so families can focus on healing. This recognition by the San Diego Regional EDC and JPMorganChase not only highlights the organization's economic contributions but also its profound impact on the lives of those who have served.
As the region continues to grow, the work of organizations like Fisher House Southern California becomes increasingly important. The award serves as a reminder of the vital role that nonprofits play in supporting the defense community and enhancing the overall quality of life in San Diego.
