Growing Together:

The DCYF Newsletter

April 2026

Get Ready for Summer!

The Summer Programs for K–8 page on the SFGov website shares information about all full-day summer programs for children and youth in grades K–8 that are currently funded by DCYF.

The Opportunities for Youth page on the SFGov website lists a wide array of programs, jobs, internships, and other opportunities for youth ages 14-24.

A special call-out from the Opportunities for Youth page: the application period for three of San Francisco's largest summer job programs will close on Friday, April 10!

• Mayor's Youth Employment and Education Program (MYEEP). MYEEP provides San Francisco high school students with paid work opportunities, academic support, and tools they’ll need to succeed in the workplace. Youth can earn $19.18 per hour and work up to 20 hours each week through this internship.
• Opportunities for All (OFA). OFA helps youth ages 13-24 in San Francisco explore careers and get ready for work. The program offers paid internships, mentors, job training, and help finding jobs for youth.
• SF YouthWorks. SF YouthWorks is a paid internship program for 11th and 12th grade students. Participants are matched with mentors who work in City departments, earn $19.18 per hour, and build real-world job skills through workshops and trainings. They also go on field trips and college tours, explore different careers, and give back to their communities. Students can build leadership skills through the Youth Leadership Team and get support as they plan for life after high school.

If your organization would like to share an opportunity on the page, send it to us at info@dcyf.org. 

Oversight & Advisory Committee Updates: Open Seats and Next Meeting

The Children and Youth Fund Oversight and Advisory Committee (OAC) serves as DCYF’s advisory body, providing a space for community members and service providers to discuss decisions related to the Children and Youth Fund, and to share recommendations with our department.

Open Seats. We are actively recruiting for four OAC seats appointed by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Staff of DCYF grantee agencies are not allowed to be OAC members, but we would appreciate it if you would let people in your community know about the open seats.

Next OAC Meeting. The next meeting of the OAC will take place on Monday, April 13, 2026 at 5pm in the Lobby Conference Room at 1455 Market Street. You can also attend the meeting online via Zoom. All OAC meetings are open to the public. Visit the OAC page to learn more about the meeting. 

Announcements, Resources, and Events

Our415 Resource Website

Use the Our415 website to find programs, services, and anything else you need to raise a family and grow up in San Francisco. 

If you need to make any edits to your organization's listing on Our415, please email us at our415@dcyf.org. 

Immigrant Services and Resources

DCYF and the entire City & County of San Francisco want to help immigrants, asylees, and refugees connect to resources, opportunities, and more. 

Immigrant Services and Resources Landing Page

Created by the SF Immigrant Forum, this page is a comprehensive source of services, resources, and events. 

The page includes Know Your Rights information, links to immigration legal help, healthcare access, housing and shelter support, financial assistance, and much more. The Immigrant Services and Resources Landing Page can be translated into Spanish, Traditional Chinese, and Filipino.

Want to get involved? The next meeting of the SF Immigrant Forum is coming up online on Wednesday, May 27, 2026. Click the button below to learn more about the meeting, and to register to attend.

Bayview Family Festival

Come out for a free family festival with inclusive activities and food. Families of children with disabilities and complex medical needs are especially welcome! The Bayview Family Festival is presented by Support for Families of Children with Disabilities in partnership with Wu Yee Children’s Services, and with support from the San Francisco Department of Early Childhood.

🗓️Saturday, April 11, 2026 at India Basin Waterfront Park,
900 Innes Ave

Night and Afternoon of Ideas

Afternoon and Night of Ideas returns! Awaited by families across the City, the now-full Afternoon of Ideas includes playful, interactive workshops with San Francisco Ballet, Prescott Circus and the Exploratorium, talks and panels with authors Kristina Wong and Elizabeth Partridge and much more.

After hours, the Main Library reopens for the full Night of Ideas. From cultural expression to shared responsibility, this year’s theme, “Lighting the Way,” asks what guides us, what inspires positive change and how we can actively shape a more connected future together. Explore interactive creative workshops, digital explorations, panel discussions, a small business marketplace and musical performances at the event, culminating in a dance party in the atrium under the nautilus skylight.

🗓️ Saturday, April 11, 2026 at the Asian Art Museum, 200 Larkin Street.

2027 Art on Market Street Poster Series

The San Francisco Arts Commission is seeking U.S.-based artists and artist teams to apply for the 2027 Art on Market Street Poster Series. Four artists will each create a series of at least six original images responding to the theme “Market Street: The Next 175 Years,” imagining the future of this iconic San Francisco corridor through the start of the 23rd century. Each series will be displayed for three months in 15 bus shelters along Market Street. The artist budget is $12,000, inclusive of design and production of digital files (printing and installation are covered separately). The project aligns with the 2027 Further Triennial and invites artists to envision the future of Market Street while reflecting Northern California’s legacy of bold creativity and unconventional thinking.

🗓️Applications are due by April 17, 2026.

2026 Earth Day Festival & Green Business Expo

The Yerba Buena Gardens Earth Day Festival kicks off Earth Month and SF Climate Week with a fun, family-friendly celebration. Hosted by the San Francisco Green Business Program with partners, the event features a Green Business Expo where attendees can explore sustainable products and services, enjoy live music and food, and take part in hands-on activities and learning experiences from local organizations. Admission is free with RSVP, and everyone is invited to celebrate and take action for a greener planet.

🗓️ Saturday, April 18, 2026 at Yerba Buena Gardens, 750 Howard Street.

Bug Day at the Randall Museum

Join the Randall Museum for a free, family-friendly festival celebrating the fascinating world of insects! Discover the tiny creatures that play a big role in our ecosystem through hands-on science experiments, creative art activities, and interactive exhibits. Kids and adults alike can enjoy games, live entertainment, and opportunities to learn about pollinators, habitats, and the importance of biodiversity in a fun and engaging way.

🗓️ Saturday, April 18, 2026 at the Randall Museum, 199 Museum Way

Black Outside at the EcoCenter

Join Black Outside for their inaugural event celebrating community, nature, and connection at the EcoCenter at Heron’s Head Park! Black Outside is dedicated to creating safe, welcoming, and joyful outdoor spaces for Black families across San Francisco. This free, family-friendly gathering will feature games and activities, eco-workshops, refreshments, and a guided leisure hike. It’s a wonderful opportunity to connect with others, explore nature, and celebrate the EcoCenter’s 16th anniversary together. 

🗓️ Saturday, April 25, 2026 at the EcoCenter at Heron's Head Park, 32 Jennings Street

27th Annual Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros 

Día de los Niños/Día de los Libros is back, marking 27 years of celebrating children, books and literacy. Laugh, dance and be inspired during performances throughout the day, and take home free books and activities provided by the SF Public Library and their community partners. 

🗓️ Sunday, April 26, 2026 at Parque Niños Unidos, 3090 23rd Street.

Online Workshop: Saving for Education

Learn how to make the most of your savings for future education and training expenses using programs available to San Francisco families, including Kindergarten to College (K2C), ScholarShare 529 and CalKIDS.

In this workshop, experts from the K2C and ScholarShare teams will walk you through your options and provide step-by-step guidance. Participants will learn how the programs work together and get practical tips to make informed decisions about saving for education and how to take advantage of available benefits.

You’ll also get answers to all your questions about:

• Saving with K2C, ScholarShare 529 and CalKIDS
• How to open a 529 and transfer K2C funds
• How to check and claim eligibility for CalKIDS

This program is ideal for families looking to better understand and coordinate their education and college savings options.

🗓️ The workshop will take place on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 from 1pm to 2pm

Fillmore Community Action Plan Workshop: Health 

The Fillmore/Western Addition is the heart of San Francisco’s Black cultural life. For generations, it has been home to vibrant Black, Japanese, and Jewish communities, a rich blend reflected in its music, businesses, festivals, and landmarks. However, urban renewal and redevelopment in the mid-20th century displaced Black residents, disrupting community ties and leaving lasting impacts that are still felt today.

The Fillmore Community Action Plan (FCAP) is a partnership between the City and community members to create lasting, community-driven change. Through engagement, collaboration and consensus, the FCAP will build a roadmap for meaningful short and long-term investments that honor the Fillmore’s history and uplifts its future.

Join community members, City staff, and local partners at the FCAP: Health Workshop to gather community expertise, and help inform the strategies and actions that will be developed for the FCAP. Food and refreshments will be provided.

🗓️Thursday, April 30, 2026 from 5pm to 8pm at the African American Arts & Culture Complex, 762 Fulton Street

Get Help with Food, Cash, Health Care and Job Assistance

In challenging times, benefits like food, cash, jobs, and health care assistance can help you and your family find stability and peace of mind. The San Francisco Human Services Agency is there to help!

Find out how you and the people you care about can connect with assistance.

Visit Museums for FREE with Museums for All 

Through the City’s Museums for All program, San Francisco residents with EBT or Medi-Cal cards can get free or reduced admission to more than 25 local museums and cultural centers! 

Visit the San Francisco Museums for All page to find out which museums are participating, and to learn how to get free tickets. 

Land Acknowledgement Statement

The San Francisco Department of Children, Youth, and Their Families (DCYF) acknowledges that it carries out its work on the unceded ancestral homeland of the Ramaytush Ohlone, the original inhabitants and stewards of the San Francisco Peninsula. As the government agency that stewards the Children and Youth Fund, we accept the responsibility that comes with resources derived from property taxes upon unceded and colonized land. We recognize the history and legacy of the Ramaytush Ohlone as integral to how we strive to make San Francisco a great place for life to thrive and children to grow up.

Learn about the Association of Ramaytush Ohlone.