COMMUNITY CALENDAR: JANUARY EDITION #494 Updated: 1/4/18
WINTER EXCLUSIVES This section includes: Holiday events and other seasonal key dates
WHO: The San Francisco Alliance of Black School Educators WHAT: 22nd Annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Composition & Art Contest WHEN: Now – January 10, 2018 CONTACT: Swen Ervin (Human Resources) [email protected] Michelle Cody (Willie Brown MS) [email protected] NOTES: Theme: Building For the Next 50 Years. Contest Question: In the 50 years since Dr. King’s passing, we have made progress toward equality, but there’s much more to do. How will you ensure we continue to move toward racial justice in the next 50 years? All participants are asked to submit written or artistic work showing evidence-based critical analysis of the theme related to the work of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., other civil rights leaders, and the ongoing fight for social justice in America. Students may submit an essay, poem, 2- and 3-dimensional art, or video related to the theme and contest question. We invite any student in grades 2—12 who is enrolled in any SFUSD school to participate our essay & art contest!
WHO: Safeway & Alaska Airlines WHAT: Safeway Holiday Ice Rink at Union Square WHERE: Union Square (333 Post Street) WHEN: Now – January 15, 2018 10am – 11:30pm, daily CONTACT: For more information and a schedule of events, click here. NOTES: San Francisco's favorite holiday tradition, The Safeway Holiday Ice Rink in Union Square presented by Alaska Airlines is celebrating ten years of outdoor ice skating in the bustling and festive locale that is quintessential San Francisco! Featuring new events and holiday festivities, the anniversary season kicks-off on Wednesday, November 1, 2017 at 9:30 a.m. with a fun-filled opening day ceremony, followed by an all-day birthday celebration on Friday, November 3, 2017, where the community is invited to enjoy free ice skating, a variety of performances and special birthday treats!
WHO: St. Paul of the Shipwreck Church WHAT: 33rd Annual Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Solidarity Mass WHERE: The St. Paul of the Shipwreck Church WHEN: January 14, 2018 @ 10:45am NOTES: Presider/Homilist: Father Donald Sterling, Pastor, New All Saints Church, Baltimore, Maryland; Father Dan Carter, Pastor, St. Paul of the Shipwreck Church; MLK Community Service Award Recipient: Deborah Estell, Alive & Free Leadership Academy Coordinator; Rev. Mr. Larry Chatmon, Deacon of the
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Word; Rev. Mr. Sergio Gomez, Deacon of the Altar. Our IVS Gospel Choir will be joined by the Sacred Heart Gospel Choir from St. Boniface, under the direction of Diane Crowther. Refreshments will be served following Mass in the Shipwreck Gym.
WHO: San Francisco Interfaith Council WHAT: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Interfaith Activities WHERE: Celebrations at Yerba Buena Gardens, March/Parade begins at 4th and Townsend WHEN: January 15, 2018 @ 11am NOTES: The San Francisco Interfaith Council invites faith leaders and their congregants to join in the 2018 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Celebrations to be held on Monday, January 15, 2018 at San Francisco’s Yerba Buena Gardens. The 2018 March/Parade will begin promptly at 11am (arrive early) from the Caltrain Depot at 4th and Townsend. Once the March/Parade arrives at the Yerba Buena Gardens, the 8th Annual Interfaith Commemoration Ceremony will commence. A host of other activates and programs that will take place to mark the occasion may be found on the San Francisco Interfaith Council partner organization’s website: http://norcalmlkfoundation.org/events.html
SUMMER RESOURCES AND PROGRAM OFFERINGS This section includes: workshops & trainings, youth programming, summer camps & employment, events, and activities.
WHO: Bay Area All Stars WHAT: 2018 DSY Summer Internship Program Kickoff Breakfast WHERE: Deloitte, 555 Mission Street WHEN: Thursday, January 11th at 8am CONTACT: To RSVP or for more information, contact Nina Garay [email protected] or 415.986.2565 NOTES: The Bay Area All Stars has set an ambitious goal for our 2018 DSY Summer Internship Program: to place 50 DSY graduates in paid summer internships sponsored by leading companies in the SF Bay Area. We are building on the success of last summer’s program which drew high marks from both young people and sponsors -- 98.5% of interns rated their experience as Very Valuable/Valuable and 100% of sponsors rated their intern’s performance as Excellent/Very Good. The campaign to secure this year’s internship placements will kick off with a breakfast for current and prospective sponsors.
WHO: Project Pull WHAT: Summer Internship Program – Now accepting applications! WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Applications must be received or postmarked by Monday, February 26, 2018 CONTACT: Carlos Ramos 415-934-3996 [email protected] NOTES: Project Pull is a paid summer internship program that is sponsored by the City and County of San Francisco. Interns are committed to work a total of 20 hours a week, which include 16 hours at a worksite and 4 hours at weekly enrichments. The program provides professional mentorship to highly motivated, promising high school juniors and seniors and incoming college freshmen from the diverse communities within San Francisco. During the eight-week program, students are paired with full time city employees who will mentor and help provide interns with work experience and skills necessary to become successful in the workforce. Full details & application can be found at www.sfgov.org/projectpull
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WHO: Department of Children, Youth and Their Families (DCYF) WHAT: 2018 Summer Resource Fair – Exhibitor Registration Open! WHERE: San Francisco County Fair Building in Golden Gate Park WHEN: Saturday, March 10, 2018 from 11am-2pm CONTACT: Have questions about the Fair? Send them to Emily Davis 415-554-8991 NOTES: The Summer Resource Fair will feature 150 exhibitors from organizations that offer summer programs, classes, camps, and other services for children and youth ages 0-24. Agencies interested in reserving a table at the Fair are encouraged to do so as soon as possible: there are 25 fewer exhibitor slots this year, and registration will be accepted on a first-come first-served basis. There is no charge to be an exhibitor at the Fair. Register to Be an Exhibitor!
JOB AND INTERN OPPORTUNITIES This section includes: job readiness classes, employment, internships, stipend work
YOUTH (14-21) & TAY: Transitional Aged Youth (16-24)
WHO: Friends of the Urban Forest WHAT: Hiring for Spring Session of Green Teens WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Applications are due January 5th CONTACT: For application and more information, follow this link to the Green Teens page, call 415-601- 8442, or contact [email protected]. NOTES: Green your city and your resume! Friends of the Urban Forest (FUF) is hiring teens ages 15-19 for our Spring 2018 sessions. Must be enrolled in High School or working on GED. We are looking for San Francisco youth who are interested in improving the city through tree care and gardening. All training and equipment are provided, no prior experience necessary. -Learn how to plant and care for trees in your city! -Get experience working on a team. -Have fun working outside! -Learn skills for any environmental career. -Build Community! -Thurs 4:30 - 6:30 & Sat 8:30 - 2:30 - Feb 8 to May 12 -Start at $14/hour
WHO: Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy WHAT: Plant Pathology Program Coordinator, Native Plant Nurseries WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Deadline to apply: January 8th CONTACT: For full job description and to apply, click here. NOTES: The Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy Nurseries seek a Plant Pathology Program Coordinator/Nursery Technician. Primary duties include two main work areas: (A) coordination of plant pathogen program including pathogen testing, data tracking, and implementation of best management practices (B) operational and project-specific support at nursery locations. Training will be provided for the duties of this position.
WHO: San Francisco Alliance WHAT: My Brother & Sister’s Keeper 2018 Youth Council Application
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WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Applications due January 12, 2018 CONTACT: For more information, call Veronica Garcia 415.252.2513 or email [email protected] NOTES: The My Brother & Sisters Keeper SF Alliance was formed as a community call to action to the systemic challenges faced by our most underserved youth in San Francisco. The community recognized that there had been plenty of talk about youth “failure,” but little commitment to interrupting the long- term systems of inequity across the Life Course. The Alliance actively confronts racialized trauma, supports healing, builds trust and works to transform systems with the goal of improving the life outcomes for our most vulnerable. The Youth Council holds the vital role of ensuring youth influence and youth voice is incorporated in the implementation and execution of MBSK.
WHO: The YMCA WHAT: Full-Time Membership Lead WHERE: Bayview YMCA WHEN: Open until Filled CONTACT: For more details, send resumes and cover letter to Adaysha Patton [email protected] NOTES: Full time membership lead, $14/hour, benefits. Must be over 18 to apply.
WHO: New Door Ventures WHAT: Paid Employment and Education Opportunities WHERE: 3221 20th Street, San Francisco WHEN: Tuesdays at 10:30am or Thursdays at 4:00pm CONTACT: 415.857.9412 www.newdoor.org/youth NOTES: To get started, come to a Group Info Session. No need to call or bring anything, just arrive on time! Are you 16-24 years old & looking for: paid jobs, job training, 1:1 support, education.
WHO: United Way Bay Area WHAT: Recruiting Youth Ambassadors WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: Elise Washington [email protected] call/text: 951.903.2989 NOTES: United Way Bay Area is looking for 5 youth ambassadors (16-24) to help us plan and market our Mayor’s Youth Resource Fair in March. What are the benefits to the youth: $25-dollar gift for each meeting you attend (3 Jan-Feb-March); Transpiration BART cards to and from meeting locations; Free dinner served at meetings; Free United Way Bay Area T-shirt; Opportunity to connect with SF youth.
WHO: Transportation Security Administration (TSA) WHAT: Administrative Assistant WHERE: San Francisco International Airport WHEN: Closing date: 1/8/2018 CONTACT: MORE DETAILS NOTES: Salary: $36,690 to $63,272/year; Work schedule: Full-time, permanent; Open to all U.S. Citizens/Nationals
WHO: San Francisco International Airport WHAT: SFO Fellowship Program 2018 – Now accepting applications! WHERE: San Francisco International Airport (SFO) WHEN: Application closes 1/12/2018 CONTACT: View Application
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NOTES: The San Francisco International Airport (SFO) Fellowship offers exposure to diverse work groups including: Airport Services and Safety & Security Operations, Administration & Policy, Planning Engineering & Construction and Information Technology & Telecommunications through rotational assignments, this one-year program provides comprehensive exposure to prepare for a career in the airport/government industry. In addition to learning about SFO’s organizational structure and its management culture, fellows are expected to assist management and staff in performing certain regular tasks and special projects. Working Conditions: One-year fellowship. Full-Time, Monday – Friday. This position may require occasional work during evenings and weekends. Upon completing the internship, there is no implied offer of extension.
WHO: San Francisco Fellows Program WHAT: SF Fellowship Program 2018 – Now accepting applications! WHERE: City and County of San Francisco WHEN: Application closes 1/15/2018 CONTACT: MORE INFORMATION VIEW APPLICATION NOTES: The mission of the San Francisco Fellows program is to prepare recent college graduates for leadership roles in public service. We invite people who have had an undergraduate degree conferred within the past 5 years to apply. Specific areas of study are not required. We are looking for enthusiastic, creative, hard-working individuals with an interest in working for the City and County of San Francisco. Length: 11.5-month full-time work experience as City employees. Benefits: approx. $55,000 annual salary, plus health, dental, retirement and other benefits.
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ADDITIONAL JOBS
WHO: San Francisco Youth Commission WHAT: Hiring a New Director WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Open until filled CONTACT: For full job description and to apply, click here. NOTES: Under general administrative supervision, the Youth Commission Director performs routine technical and professional activities, including but not limited to, acting as an advisor to the Board of Supervisors and the Mayor on the effects of legislative policies, needs, assessments, priorities, programs, and budgets concerning the children and youth of San Francisco; facilitates the awareness of the commission and the public on matters relevant to youth; develops opportunities for the participation and contributions of youth in local government and civic affairs; responsible for community outreach and public relations to include special projects that promote the awareness of youth, and issues related to children and youth; exercises supervision over volunteers, youth interns, and two full time staff members in support of youth and related issues.
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES This section includes: volunteer opportunities in the Bayview and throughout the City
WHO: Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco WHAT: MLK Weekend Park Beautification WHERE: Bayview Park/MLK Pool WHEN: Saturday, January 13 from 9am-12pm CONTACT: Laurel [email protected] with any questions. NOTES: We’ll beautify a Bayview park and enjoy a raffle and food! Sign up at https://www.habitatgsf.org/get-involved/volunteer
WHO: Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco WHAT: HGSF/SFDPD 2018 Park Beautification Dates WHERE: Bayview (see notes for locations) WHEN: January 13 – October 27 (see notes for dates & times) CONTACT: www.habitatgsf.org/get-involved/volunteer NOTES: Garden Schedule 10am-1pm: Northridge Community Garden – Feb 3, April 28, July 7, Sept 29; Quesada Community Garden – Feb 24, May 5, July 28, August 25; Palou Phelps – March 24, June 2, August 4, Oct 27; City of Dreams – March 31, June 23, Oct 6; Abundance Community Garden – April 7, June 30, Sept 15. Park Schedule 9am-12pm, unless otherwise noted: Bayview Playground/MLK Pool – Jan 13, Oct 20; Shoreview Park – Jan 27, Aug 11; Youngblood Coleman – Feb 10, July 21; Kelloch Park – Feb 17; Hilltop Park – March 10, Sept 8; Adam Rogers – March 17, May 19 (10am-1pm), July 14; India Basin – April 14, Oct 13; Gilman – April 21, Sept 22 (10am-1pm); Palega – May 12; Little Hollywood – June 9; Joe Lee Rec – June 16; Silver Terrace – Aug 18.
WHO: Feline Finesse WHAT: Girl Power Road to Gold GoFundMe Campaign WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: For full details and to donate, click here. NOTES: FFDC is an all-female (non-profit) youth, dance troupe est. to create a safe haven for all young ladies from disadvantaged neighborhoods to freely, creatively, and artistically express themselves thru dance while empowering them to reach their full potential, goals, and dreams. "Girl Power Road to Gold" is the journey of 4 young ladies from disadvantaged neighborhoods and backgrounds coming together utilizing skills of STRENGTH, COURAGE, LEADERSHIP, EMPOWERMENT, GIRL POWER, DETERMINATION, & SISTERHOOD [thru performing arts] to overcome obstacles of oppression. Their journey begins in the studio and follows them thru various championship & national competitions and parades, such as: USA Great America, Jamz, The Willie B. Kennedy Unity Parade, & The 40th Annual Carnaval San Francisco Grand Parade to name a few. FFDC ladies are seeking support along their journey for travel, uniform, room & board, or truly whatever your heart desires. Thank you for your time and support!!
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HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES This section includes: affordable housing, homeownership, homebuyer and credit education services
WHO: Compass Family Services WHAT: Section 8 Housing Search Program WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: For more information or an eligibility screening, contact: Ben Platt, Housing Outreach & Engagement Manager 415.644.0504 x2216 [email protected] NOTES: Compass Family Services is excited to announce our Section 8 Housing Search Program. We provide hands-on housing assistance to families who: Hold a San Francisco Housing Choice Voucher (Section 8); Have custody of at least one child under the age of 18; Are currently homeless or at risk of homelessness; Services: Individualized housing search; Access to financial assistance for move-in costs; One year of optional case management after housing search is complete; Free legal assistance and credit counseling service; Access to a food pantry, personal hygiene products, diapers and baby supplies, and transportation assistance for housing search; About Compass Family Services: We lead the way in helping San Francisco families experiencing homelessness to secure stable housing and attain economic self-sufficiency and family well-being. We have been serving people in need in San Francisco for over 100 years.
WHO: San Francisco Planning WHAT: Existing Housing Survey WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: For more information: Pedro Peterson at [email protected] tinyurl.com/sfehs NOTES: San Francisco is committed to investing in affordable housing to make sure that growth benefits everyone. The Existing Housing Survey is part of a broader research project to better identify the current state of existing housing and the trade-offs San Franciscans make when choosing a place to live.
COMMUNITY BUILDING This section includes: meetings, events, forums, town halls, & beautification projects
WHO: Wealth and Disparities in the Black Community – Justice 4 Mario Woods WHAT: 1st Meeting of 2018 WHERE: 350 Rhode Island, SF WHEN: Thursday, January 4th, 2018 6pm-8pm CONTACT: https://www.facebook.com/events/177583602988551/ NOTES: We have amazing actions coming up in 2018 that we are excited to tell you about soon. We continue to work for justice undaunted – in fact, if anything, our sense of purpose and commitment is stronger now than ever. We will never stop fighting for #Justice4MarioWoods and Justice for all victims of police violence – until Justice reigns down on our community. Everyone please join us on Thursday, January 4, for a special meeting to update everyone as to where we are with our work today, and what steps are coming next.
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WHO: Bayview Hunters Point Clinic WHAT: Bayview Clinic Conversations on African American Health, Poverty & Gentrification WHERE: Bayview Opera House WHEN: Thursday, January 25, 2018 @ 6pm CONTACT: Tickets & sponsorship: www.bayviewclinic.eventbrite.com NOTES: Black health and wellness services have returned to Bayview Hunters Point in the historic Arthur H. Coleman Medical Center. Learn how poverty, health and gentrification are connected. Join us for an interview and film with Alex Kotlowitz, described by Ta-Nehisi Coates as "One of our great American journalists." This event launches a quarterly series on the culture and wellness of Bayview residents - and a $1.2M campaign to save the clinic's historic building!
WHO: YEF WHAT: Save the Date – Youth Advocacy Day WHERE: San Francisco City Hall WHEN: April 26, 2018 CONTACT: https://www.yefsf.org/youth-advocacy-day NOTES: Youth Advocacy Day is a historic day of civic engagement for San Francisco’s youth. Held each spring, Youth Advocacy Day brings 200 high school students into City Hall to speak directly to city leaders and elected public officials. Citywide youth activism and advocacy are showcased during YAD through presentations and a Community Resource Fair. Since 2010, YAD has brought over 600 youth into San Francisco’s city government. YEF’s Youth Advocacy Day is led in collaboration with the Department of Children Youth and their Families, SF Youth Commission, the San Francisco Public Library, and SF YouthWorks.
COMMUNITY EDUCATION This section includes: presentations, workshops, trainings, classes, study groups, and clubs
WHO: Rise Together WHAT: Leadership for Equity and Opportunity Program WHERE: Bay Area WHEN: Deadline to apply: January 10, 2018 CONTACT: LEARN MORE & APPLY NOTES: Rise Together is accepting applications for the 2018 Leadership for Equity & Opportunity (LEO) program and we need your help to spread the word! Please forward this email to people you know would be interested. Leadership for Equity & Opportunity is a Bay Area learning-in-action program that equips community change makers from all sectors to produce extraordinary results for systemic and equitable change. This is a unique opportunity for: Personal leadership development and transformation; Bringing a new or current change project to the next level of impact; Breaking through barriers to effectively work with team and partners; Developing new partnerships for equitable and sustainable results; Tackling tough issues related to equity in our community; Designing to solve problems, shift systems and tap into the inner-potential of leaders in our communities; Meeting other change makers and collaborators from across the Bay Area who are tackling some of our most vexing community issues; We are thrilled to continue this game-changing opportunity with facilitator Dr. Monica Sharma, author of Radical Transformational Leadership and former Director of Leadership and
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Capacity Development for the United Nations to help build the momentum, capacity and synergy needed for equitable sustainable change in the Bay Area.
WHO: Tandem WHAT: San Francisco Literacy Champions 2018 WHERE: Edgewood Family Center, Bayview Plaza, 3801 3rd Street WHEN: 1st informational session: Wednesday, January 10th 6p-7p. Must be registered by January 19th. CONTACT: Kelsey Gottschalk [email protected] NOTES: Tandem Literacy Champions What will you create? Tandem is seeking highly motivated parents and community members to join our 2018 cohort of Literacy Champions. We want to make sure that our community's youngest children are ready to read and succeed by the time they enter kindergarten, and we need your help! The Literacy Champions receive training, individualized coaching, volunteer opportunities and support from Tandem staff as they hone their skills to create a project that will set kids up for success in school and beyond.
WHO: Children’s Council, First 5, SF Recreation & Parks, Wu Yee WHAT: City of San Francisco Preschool Fair WHERE: SF County Fair Building (Hall of Flowers), 1199 9th Ave, SF 94122 WHEN: January 11, 2018 6pm-8:30pm CONTACT: RSVP www.sfpreschoolfair.eventbrite.com NOTES: A free event for families with young children. Connect with high-quality child care and center- based preschool programs in your neighborhood! Learn about financial aid opportunities! Enjoy free food and kid’s play zone!
WHO: Mission Bit WHAT: Register for Spring 2018 Courses WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Registration deadline is Tuesday, January 12, 2018 at 5pm. CONTACT: For more information and how to apply, click here. NOTES: We've now opened admissions for the Spring 2018 semester. In response to the persistent demand for courses we've expanded to more locations. Here's what students and families can expect: Have fun meeting new friends and learning new skills, Start your pathway to a career as a software engineer, Learn how to use technology to improve your community. Take part in the joy and beauty of coding. Start your journey with Mission Bit.
WHO: San Francisco Aids Foundation WHAT: PrEP Informational Session WHERE: 470 Castro St., 3rd Floor Lobby WHEN: Saturday, January 13th 12p-3p CONTACT: For any questions email [email protected] or call 415.487.8059 NOTES: Have you been interested in learning more about PrEP? Would you like to reach out to community members and talk about PrEP? We are recruiting a group of people to become PrEP leaders. They will be able to spread knowledge about PrEP and how it can help prevent the spread of HIV in our community.
WHO: El Centro Bayview Family Services WHAT: Laugh and Learn WHERE: El Centro Bayview, 1341 Evans Avenue, SF 94124 WHEN: Every Tuesday from 1pm-3pm beginning January 16th
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CONTACT: El Centro Bayview 415.431.2233 NOTES: Classes are FREE! Please join us every Tuesday from 1pm-3pm for laughing and learning with your children. This parent and child interactive class includes games, arts, crafts, and music. This is a great opportunity to meet other parents and engage with your children.
WHO: San Francisco State University College of Extended Learning WHAT: Nonprofit Management Program Information Session WHERE: SF State Downtown Campus, 835 Market Street, 6th Floor WHEN: Tuesday, January 16th 6p-7p or Wednesday, January 31st 6p-7p CONTACT: RSVP Today If you have any questions, please feel free to contact [email protected]. NOTES: Are you ready to pivot your career into the nonprofit arena? Or take your professional skills in the field to new heights? The Nonprofit Management program provides ample opportunities for all types of professionals, both in and out of the industry. Come learn about what our program has to offer by joining us for one of our upcoming information sessions. At these events, you will: Learn how our unique certificate programs are tailored to your career needs; Find out about our faculty of accomplished nonprofit professionals; Explore how a career at a nonprofit can be professionally and emotionally rewarding.
WHO: San Francisco International Airport WHAT: Working at SFO – An Insight Event for Local Educators and Community Partners WHERE: SFO International Terminal, Louis A. Turpen Aviation Museum WHEN: Thursday, January 18, 2018 10am – 1pm CONTACT: Questions and RSVPs: 650-821-5241 | [email protected] | REGISTER NOTES: With more than 40,000 employees, San Francisco International Airport (SFO) is a major economic engine for the Bay Area with numerous career opportunities and pathways. On January 18th, SFO will open its doors for the first time to local educators and community partners to showcase careers at our airport. The event will include dynamic career speakers, including SFO’s Chief Operating Officer, Jeff Littlefield; behind-the-scenes tours of the Airfield, the terminals, and other SFO facilities; and a career expo including airlines, airport employers, and small business owners. Our goal is that you end the day excited and informed about what kinds of diverse career pathways are available at an airport, and you know how to access these opportunities for your students and youth participants. Breakfast, Lunch & Parking Provided. Use the International Terminal Parking Garage A. Please bring parking pass. Directions will be sent in registration confirmation e-mail. *Registration will close when the event has reached capacity.
WHO: 100% College Prep Institute WHAT: 2018 Historical Black College & University Tour WHERE: Visiting Colleges & Universities in Mississippi & Louisiana WHEN: Tour dates: March 24th-March 31, 2018 CONTACT: Ms. Diane at [email protected] or 415-550-9455. www.100collegeprep.org NOTES: Campus Tours subject to change: Xavier U, Dillard U, Jack State U, Alcorn State U, LA State U, Miss Valley State U, Tougaloo College, Southern U. $1,700 per person (we can help raise funds), includes: Airfare, Hotel Accommodations, Meals: daily breakfast, 5 lunches, 5 dinners, and ground transportation.
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WHEN: Pick up and application @ 360 Valencia between the hours of 3pm-7pm on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday. Program starts Feb 12. CONTACT: Apply online @ devmission.org NOTES: Join the next generation of tech talent. Our 12-week program: 32 hours of hardware, 32 hours of coding, 32 hours of critical career skills. Requirements: underrepresented young adults ages 16-24 & low income, California ID, San Francisco ID or Passport, Committed to complete 100+ hours on Monday, Tuesday and Thursday from 4:00pm-7:00pm.
BAYVIEW HUNTERS POINT PROGRAM OFFERINGS This section includes: on-going health, wellness and enrichment activities
WHO: Bayview Hunters Point Clinic WHAT: Open Enrollment WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Now – January 31, 2018 CONTACT: Danetta, Certified Enrollment Counselor @ (415) 579-0073 or [email protected] NOTES: Need assistance signing up for Medical (Medi-Cal or Covered CA), Vision, Dental, Cal Fresh or Registering to Vote? Contact Danette. You may qualify for Special Enrollment if you: lost Medi-Cal or insurance, decreased income, turned 26 years old, moved or had re-entry, had or adopted a child, married or new partnership, became a U.S. citizen.
WHO: Edgewood WHAT: Kinship Caregiver Wellness Circle WHERE: Bayview Plaza, Suite 620 WHEN: First Friday of each month 10:30am-12:30pm CONTACT: Lois Kincy, Kinship Navigator Wellness Circle Facilitator 415.682.3256 [email protected] NOTES: “We take care our ourselves, too” There’s a special personal freedom to be found in taking care of ourselves. Wellness for Kinship Caregivers. Our goal is to: assist and support caregivers in the care and nurture of the children in their care. Provide information on ways to maintain their own personal wellness at the same time. Provide the tools to inspire them to remain healthy physically, spiritually and emotionally themselves. Our objective is to provide support services, such as support circles along with the necessary training to be effective parents and advocates for the kinship youth in their care.
WHO: Edgewood Family Resource Center and Mercy Housing Bayview Hill Garden WHAT: Play and Learn WHERE: Bayview Hill Garden, 1075 Leconte Ave, San Francisco WHEN: Wednesdays from 10am-11:30am CONTACT: Jasmine 415.799.2722 or Zoila 415.745.5145 NOTES: Join us for Play and Learn! This is a fun and interactive class where you can bond with your child as the learn, sing, craft and play together. Your little one will learn through activities that stimulate brain growth, enhance social development and motor skills. This class can help set children up for success.
WHO: Edgewood Family Resource Center & Tandem WHAT: Cooking Class WHERE: Tandem, 1275 Fairfax, Suite 201
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CONTACT: Zoila Cartagena 415.745.5145 NOTES: We are honored to collaborate with our neighbor organization, Tandem. They support our families through early literacy and parent training. Come join us and be part of this Cooking Class, Support Group and Food Bank. We’ll learn health ways to cook for our families in a safe and supportive environment. Child care and lots of fun!
EXCURSIONS This section includes: youth programming and activity discounts and passes.
WHO: Institute of Museum and Library Services WHAT: MUSEUMS for ALL WHERE: San Francisco: California Academy of Sciences, Children’s Creativity Museum, Exploratorium & Museum of Craft and Design. WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: For a complete list visit: http://www.childrensmuseums.org/participating-museums NOTES: The Museums for All program expands access to the nation’s museums by offering free or reduced admission for EBT cardholders. This program was made possible by a cooperative venture with the Association of Children’s Museums (ACM) and the Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS). Museums offers free or reduced price admission up to a family of four for EBT, or electronic benefit cardholders, as part of the Museums for All program. Please call your local museum for details.
WHO: San Francisco Public Library (SFPL) WHAT: Discover & Go WHEN: Ongoing WHERE: Citywide CONTACT: For more detailed information visit www.sfpl.org/discoverandgo NOTES: San Francisco Public Library now offers free museum and attractions passes on an online platform called Discover & Go. Library users who are San Francisco residents can access free passes to more than a dozen Bay Area museums and attractions with the use of their library card. With Discover & Go, library users can better reserve a pass online with their library card and print their tickets at home or at the neighborhood library. Reservation system works on laptops, phones, and tablets for ease of use. All you need is your library card number and PIN to access the reservation system.
WHO: Exploratorium & BMAGIC WHAT: Visit the Exploratorium for FREE! - Exploratorium Community Family Pass WHERE: Pier 15, Embarcadero @ Green Street, SF, CA 94111 WHEN: Ongoing *This pass is available on a first come, first serve basis. CONTACT: [email protected] NOTES: Visit the Exploratorium for FREE! Bring your family and friends to dance with a tornado, turn upside down in a curved mirror, count rings on a 300-year-old tree, build your own electrical circuits, and explore hundreds of other hands-on exhibits. BMAGIC has been given a Community Family Pass to access the Exploratorium - FOR FREE! We would love to share this opportunity with BVHP families, organizations and programs. The pass is intended for small groups of no more than 16 individuals - including children & adults. How it works: 1) Contact BMAGIC at least one week before you plan to visit the Exploratorium. 2) Schedule a day & time to pick up the Pass from BMAGIC 3) Return the Pass back to
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BMAGIC within 48 hours of your trip. You MUST submit a completed visitor survey upon return! The Exploratorium also offers affordable opportunities for larger groups such as 5 free public days per year and free or reduced admission for weekday field trips for CBOs. For more info about these programs and hours visit: www.exploratorium.edu/visit/hours
WHO: SF Youth Commission WHAT: Group City Hall Tours WHERE: City Hall, Youth Commission Office WHEN: Ongoing, per group request and availability CONTACT: Call 415-554-6446 or [email protected] NOTES: Are you interested in learning more about the Youth Commission or bringing a group of youth to City Hall? Youth Commissioners and staff can help lead workshops on the rudiments of City government the YC, and other topics that relate to youth and government.
WHO: 3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic in partnership with SFMTA WHAT: Free and/or Replacement Clipper Cards for anyone 18 and under WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: Please contact Jesse Osorio for information on how to apply: 415-822-1707 x310 [email protected] NOTES: Are you in the between the ages of 18-24? Do you ride MUNI? Are you from District 10? We have a FREE CLIPPER CARD for you! Contact Jesse Osorio to schedule a group sign up session or stop by the 3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic Mondays 1pm -5pm for individual sign ups. Each card has $5 preinstalled Limited supply act now!
FUNDING This section includes: grants, scholarships, federal and local funding opportunities, and in-kind services
WHO: San Francisco Public Utilities Commission WHAT: Interim Greenhouse Grant Program WHERE: Bayview Hunters Point Community WHEN: Deadline to apply is January 19, 2018 CONTACT: Applications for the community grant program should be submitted online at www.sfwater.org/interimgrantprogram. All grant-related questions must be submitted in writing to [email protected]. NOTES: The San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) is looking for nonprofits and/or social enterprises to provide workforce development and training opportunities for residents in the Bayview, Hunters Point, and Potrero Hill neighborhoods. One million dollars of grant funding is available over the next three years to prepare District 10 residents for permanent, living-wage paying jobs in green sectors like horticulture, urban agriculture, and food services. The goal of the grant program is to support the resiliency of the Bayview community by advancing the SFPUC’s environmental justice policy and creating pathways to high quality jobs for individuals facing barriers to employment. Through the grant program, a review panel of community members and SFPUC staff will select up to four nonprofits or social enterprises for three years of funding to provide green sector training and job placement for residents.
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Grant terms may be extended for two additional years based on each program's ability to help residents find and retain living wage jobs.
WHO: San Francisco Alliance of Black School Educators WHAT: Alliance $1,000 Scholarship - Application WHEN: Completed applications due on or before Monday, March 5th CONTACT: For application please contact [email protected] NOTES: The San Francisco Alliance of Black School Educators invites African American high school SFUSD seniors who will graduate by May 2018 to participate in its scholarship program. A $1000.00 scholarship will be awarded to seniors who are pursuing a college degree or a career goal, who have satisfactory scholastic achievement and who have a financial need.
WHO: Kars4Kids WHAT: Small Grant Program WHEN: Rolling CONTACT: Link to Complete RFP NOTES: Kars4Kids is dedicated to helping children develop into productive members of their communities. To that end, the organization's Small Grant Program supports educational initiatives and youth development programs in North America with grants ranging from $500 to $2,000. The program is especially interested in encouraging continued education outside of school and empowering future citizens and leaders of the community. Fundable activities include libraries, afterschool programs, mentoring, exercise programs, weekend programming, incentives for continued reading and math work, and anti-bullying initiatives. Applications for small grants are accepted on a rolling basis. Kars4Kids will seriously consider each application, but due to the large number of requests its receives, it may take up to four months for an applicant to hear from the organization with a final determination. For an overview of the program, brief descriptions of previous grant winners, and application instructions (or to recommend a nonprofit), see the Kars4Kids website.
WHO: Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) & Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) WHAT: Women’s Entrepreneurship Fund WHERE: San Francisco WHEN: Ongoing CONTACT: Edwin Rodriguez 415.282.3334 x102 [email protected] NOTES: Mission Economic Development Agency (MEDA) in collaboration with the Office of Economic and Workforce Development (OEWD) is pleased to launch the Women's Entrepreneurship Fund for established women-owned businesses in San Francisco. Participants in the program will pitch ideas for mini-grants (up to $5,000) toward projects that have a transformative effect on their businesses. The mini-grant funding will support the following investments: Business operations improvements: marketing, financial/accounting, new equipment and/or technology, training, networking; Visual merchandising, space improvements, and marketing: window displays, lighting, signage, layout improvement, design changes, online marketing, trade shows, other marketing and customer acquisition opportunities. Participants must be nominated by a small-business technical assistance provider to be eligible.
WHO: Foundation Center- San Francisco Center WHAT: Foundation Directory Online WHERE: Foundation Center: 312 Sutter Street, Suite 606, SF, CA, 94108-4314 WHEN: Ongoing; funding and grant opportunities updated regularly
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CONTACT: For more info: call 415-397-0902 or visit: http://foundationcenter.org/ask-us/san-francisco NOTES: Gain knowledge about grant makers, their grants, and all aspects of fundraising, philanthropy, and nonprofit management. We invite you to use our library where you can search for prospective foundation funders using the Foundation Directory Online Professional free of charge, along with our growing collection of books, periodicals, and other print and electronic resources.
CALENDAR SUBMISSION INSTRUCTIONS To submit entries for the weekly community calendar please use the following format:
WHO: WHAT: WHERE: WHEN: CONTACT: NOTES:
All entries are due on Wednesday by 2pm for the Thursday publication. Please e-mail entries to [email protected] Feel free to cut, copy and paste the format above into an e-mail body. For more information or if you have any questions, please call 415-558-2488. Thank you.
Bayview Hunters Point Mobilization for Adolescent Growth in our Communities 555 7th Street, Suite 200 | San Francisco | CA 94103
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