Tiana was requested as a guest on radio talk show, Literacy for All with San Diego Literacy Council CEO, Jose Cruz to share the Jenny’s Jungle Program and advocacy for literacy in our communities. She provided insight into the program, tips for parents and children’s reading and how the community can support literacy. Click here for the full interview.

Tiana had the opportunity to share Jenny’s Jungle Program with SD Voyager. The partnerships with local shelters and delivery of reading spaces, provides services that fill a need in our communities. Literacy is an integral part of combatting homelessness, crime, education and health to name a few. Click here to read the full interview.

The YWCA San Diego shelter has over 9,000 clients they assist in their facilities every year, 58% are children fleeing domestic violence and homelessness with a parent or guardian. The family stays in small rooms within the shelter without much personal space. There was a need to create a safe and comforting area exclusively for children to heal. Jenny's Jungle reading spaces were developed and delivered to the YWCA in support of this initiative. Tiana lead, created and developed the campaign. Using social media and connecting with local media and the community, Jenny's Jungle collected over 400 books and was featured on local news station KUSI San Diego. Three dedicated reading spaces filled with books and materials to assist in their healing process and inspiring kids to dream big, providing a safe area to read were delivered and will be installed by the YWCA in their private shelters throughout San Diego County before year end.

A featured article in the December issue of San Diego Family Magazine highlights Jenny's Jungle campaign. The inspiration that lead to the connection with the YWCA San Diego, our community book raising and what the future holds. 

The YWCA San Diego Becky's House sought basic necessities for women fleeing domestic violence and homelessness. The women transitioning into the 12-month program commit to learning and developing self sufficiency skills. Many have fled with only the clothes they have on and lack financial resources to purchase personal items. Tiana connected with a local moms group of 200 women to support the women with basic items such as clothing, toiletries, books, fresh sheets, cookware and other meaningful pieces. The campaign, Baskets for Becky's House was delivered on Mother's Day with 25 full baskets and an additional 25 containers filled with requested items along with a substantial amount in gift cards.