It was very organize. Nice touch with video. Well explained. The place to volunteer for a good causeread more

Great experience to volunteer They do so much for San Diego…read more Would love to do more hours on Saturdays

I was in Escondido and decided to stop by and thrift a bit…read more Pros: -free parking lot (they were also accepting donations in the parking lot) -variety of items: clothes, furniture, home items, media Cons: -n/a Other: -ending up leaving with a Disneyland CD for $1.00 total. Great deal!

I am a regular at this Salvation Army and never thought of doing this but it's deserved...shoutout…read moreto the morning shift at the Escondido Salvation Army. The shelves are always stocked and the clothes racks are always tidy. I've never left empty handed, always find a treasure! Thank you to the morning crew for making this my favorite thrift stores to visit!

While prices do remain high on most items, I really love coming here for dvds and books! They have…read morea great range of books to choose from and some are decently priced. I don't think I've ever left here without a book I have been looking for. The staff is very welcoming and attentive as well. Great environment while shopping and checking out!

Easy drop off to donate and the workers were kind…read more They were working very hard to accept donations and to organize them.

Professional rescue group. The ladies running it are older and seem retired. My husband and I have…read morebeen on the search for a 2nd dog to fill the void in our home when our senior dog passed. We ended up adopting a senior MinPin that was mellow, independent and able to coexist with our younger big dog. They were pretty accurate in Macaroon's personality and she seems to be hitting our expectations. I like their approach in that they rescue their dogs out of shelters into foster homes so that potential adopters know exactly what the pet's personality is like in the home environment. Their fosters are also patient with the dogs and will initiate housetraining so busy adopters like my husband and I are able to get right into the home routine with the new pet. Their adoption fee is definitely more since they don't get county or city funding. Our senior dog was $150 and their younger ones are about $250. A bit high but justified since they got to provide essential vet care until the animal is adopted. I wouldn't hesistate to give them a try if you see an interesting dog from them on PetFinder. Fill out their application and someone from the group will be in contact with you in a few days.

They post dogs who have already been claimed. Other dogs I've requested, they just haven't…read moreresponded. This has happened multiple times. Perhaps check other local rescues.

Today was a restful gift at Operation HOPE. Sleeping in, cartoons, breakfast together, laundry…read moreday, sprinkler play, fresh fruit, ice cream, and cookies -- all wrapped in care and supportive community. Grateful for slow, simple moments like these. We are blessed. Thank you, Jesus! I am supported and cared for here.

No heart or angel here they don't care the fact that you could possibly sleep in the car with five…read morechildren, you break one rule and you are out. my special needs son went in somebody else's room and my whole family was asked to leave you be the judge on how humane is that. They can improve on having more sympathy for families and not be so harsh because people go through life and difficulties that shouldn't have to be punished for that

This center has been an amazing resource for me to keep a healthy mind after military service. I am…read morevery thankful to have a place like this in my community.

Incredible organization! I can't say enough good things about the facility, the team, and the…read moremission. Everyone cares so deeply about those they help and serve. I get a real sense of peace every time I visit. The world needs more places like Casa de Amparo. Thank you for all that you do for children and families in need!

One of my favorite non-profits. I have been here to tour the facilities, and have volunteered my…read moretime to help with the kids, teens, and young adults for five years through their wish list program at the holiday season. Tania is the woman that I've been communicating with at Casa de Amparo, and she has done a tremendous job at coordinating and communicating effectively. Every staff member that I've met has been loving and friendly. This place deserves a lot more credit than it gets because they are involved in extremely difficult situations at times, and they are doing so much to help. I just learned that Amparo translates to protection, shelter, and help. Many of the kids at Casa de Amparo are being provided a safe shelter.

I have never adopted from a foster before and I do not regret it one bit!!! Liraz is an exceptional…read moreperson and an amazing dog/foster mom. You can tell by how the puppies/dogs respond around her. She is a very honest, sweet, informative doggy foster mom. She provided information from toys, food & extensive doggy tips. She is always responsive by phone and text. Even when I text her late at night, she is always responding! Before the actual adopting day, she would send you pictures of your puppy to keep you updated. Truthfully, she and how Art and paw animal rescue is ran, should be an example of how all the animal rescues should be. I adopted my puppy from a group of 9 puppies and she knew everything about each and every single one of them. One thing I appreciate about her is, she doesn't get motivated by money but rather she truly cares for the dogs and want them to find the perfect home. She really takes the time to find the perfect home for each dog! You will not regret adopting! Also her company is ran from donations so please head onto the website and donate (: Thank you Liraz for the amazing experience.

We are animal lovers and have 3 of them already enjoying all their lives with us. We can't even…read moreplan a vacation without finding a pet sitter, house sitter for the house while we are gone... Unless those are met, we do not take a vacation. On last Saturday, we went to Petsmart to get some dog food and cat food. My wife found this lovely dog that she would not leave without her. Art and Paws Animal Rescue went through all the questions about our living environment to make sure the dog was going to a right place, made sure that we were committed, not compulsive and showed us the papers with medical history and everything. Lulu is so happy being with other brothers and a sister and fit right in without hesitation. There are some dog rescues that only concentrate on making dogs adopted but Art and Paws Rescue really care for the dogs and we felt the right thing as dog owners. I already sent them thank you email plus lots of pictures ans will follow up with them continuously. Great job "Art & Paws Animal Rescue" and thank you for letting us having Lulu.