Growing Together:

the DCYF Newsletter

November 2025

Community Grants Request for Proposals

On October 22, 2025, DCYF released the 2025-2026 Community Grants Request for Proposals (RFP). The RFP provides up to $3.68 million per year to organizations to deliver the services listed in the RFP.

DCYF is seeking proposals from organizations to provide services that help achieve the following results: 

• Children and youth are ready to learn and succeed in school
• Youth are prepared for college, work, and adulthood
• Children and youth are physically and emotionally healthy 

How to Apply

Visit the 2025-2026 Community Grants RFP page for detailed instructions.

Intent to Apply. Submit an Intent to Apply in the online RFP system by Sunday, November 16, 2025, at 5pm. If your organization meets the minimum qualifications, you will receive access to submit a full proposal.

Proposal Submission Deadline. Submit a proposal in the online RFP system by Monday, January 5, 2026, at 5pm. 

Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Request for Proposals

On November 10, 2025 DCYF released the Technical Assistance and Capacity Building Request for Proposals (RFP). The RFP provides funding across multiple Content Areas for technical assistance, capacity building and professional development for DCYF grantees as well as staff and event production services.

Visit the Technical Assistance and Capacity Building RFP Page for detailed information and application instructions. 

Timeline

• Question Submission Period. Submit RFP questions to RFP@dcyf.org by Sunday November 16, 2025 at 5PM. DCYF staff will only respond to questions submitted via email during the official question period.
• Proposal Submission Deadline. Submit a proposal and proposed changes to City’s contract terms in the online RFP system by Friday December 12, 2025 at 5PM.

Updates for CalFresh/SNAP Recipients and Those Who Serve Them

Following lawsuits filed by California and other states, California CalFresh recipients are beginning to see the immediate restoration of their full benefits on their EBT cards. Meanwhile, the Emergency Grocery Card Program will continue to be available for San Francisco CalFresh recipients as a one-time emergency prepaid grocery card. 

CalFresh recipients were mailed a letter from SFHSA on November 3, 2025 with grocery card details and a unique activation code. The activation code lets CalFresh recipients use a virtual card immediately, or they can request a physical card which arrives in about seven days.

For information about CalFresh and the Emergency Grocery Card Program, visit these two pages created by SFHSA:

• SFHSA.org/CalFreshAid
• SFHSA.org/CardFAQ

SFHSA Benefits 101 Webinar: Overview of Public Benefits Programs and Upcoming Changes

On Thursday, November 13, 2025, SFHSA will host a webinar with information on how low-income individuals, seniors, and people with disabilities in the city can access public benefits like food, health care and financial assistance. The webinar will take place via Zoom from 10am to 11:30am.

The webinar is for local community-based organizations and other partner agencies to learn about the benefits and services that SFHSA provides to support the health and well-being of San Franciscans. The Office of Civic Engagement and Immigrant Affairs will also present resources available to our newcomer and immigrant community members. 

SF-Marin Food Bank Agency Pick-Up Program

To help meet urgent community needs, the SF-Marin Food Bank is launching an Agency Pick-Up Program that allows organizations to pick up pre-packed grocery bags from the Food Bank and deliver them directly to community members. This effort is intended to support individuals and families who are missing paychecks or benefits due to the government shutdown, and/or affected by increased federal immigration enforcement activity.

2026 Summer Resource Fair

The annual San Francisco Summer Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, February 21, 2026 at the SF County Fair Building from 11am to 2pm!

The Summer Resource Fair connects representatives from 100 summer programs, camps, and services for children and youth in grades K-8 with over 2,500 San Franciscans who are kicking off summer planning for their families.  

No ticket or registration is required for your family to attend the Fair. Just show up on Saturday, February 21 between 11am and 2pm!

Exhibitor Registration Open Now

Any agency that provides programs or services for San Francisco children and youth in grades K–8 and their families is welcome to be an exhibitor, and there is no cost to participate. Exhibitor slots are filled on a first come, first served basis and always reach capacity, so please be sure to register ASAP!

If you have any questions about the Summer Resource Fair, please contact us at info@dcyf.org.

Oversight & Advisory Committee Updates: Open Seats and Next Meeting

The 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.

We are actively recruiting for all OAC seats appointed by the San Francisco Board of Supervisors (seats 7, 8, 10, and 11). Visit the OAC page via the button below for more information.

The next meeting of the OAC will take place on Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5pm in the Lobby Conference Room at 1455 Market Street. The meeting will also be accessible online via Zoom. Visit the OAC page via the button below within a week of the meeting to access the agenda, meeting packet, and Zoom link.

Enrollment Open Now for SFUSD's 2026-2027 School Year

The enrollment cycle for the 2026-27 school year is now open! Submit your application by January 30th, 2026. 

The Enrollment Process: 

1. Discover Schools: Search for SFUSD schools and learn about school programs. 
2. Apply: Learn about the application process and deadlines. 
3. Receive Assignment: Find out what to do after you receive your school assignment.

Have Questions About SFUSD Enrollment?

The SFUSD Enrollment Center Office is open 8am-12pm, and 1pm-4:30pm daily. Stop by and ask any questions you may have, or visit the SFUSD Enrollment page. 

Opportunities for Youth Ages 14-24

The Opportunities for Youth Ages 14-24 page on the SFGov website highlights programs, jobs, internships, contests, scholarships, and other opportunities currently open for applications or registration.

If your agency would like to share an opportunity on the page, please let us know at info@dcyf.org. 

Announcements, Resources, and Events

Final SFUSD 2026-27 Budget Town Hall

SFUSD Superintendent Dr. Maria Su has hosted town halls throughout November 2025 to engage in SFUSD’s budget development process for the 2026-27 school year. The final town hall will take place on Thursday, November 13 from 5pm to 6:30pm on Zoom. Don't miss this opportunity to come together as a community to discuss what’s important to our families, staff, students, and community supporters!

OEWD Winter RFP: Community Listening Sessions

The SF Office of Economic & Workforce Development (OEWD) is preparing to release a new Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide workforce services for San Francisco residents. To ensure this process reflects community priorities, OEWD has hosted a series of Community Listening Sessions. Please join the final listening session to help shape workforce programs that create equitable opportunities for San Francisco’s most vulnerable residents!

📅 The final Community Listening Session will take place on Thursday, November 13, 2025.

World Arts West Grants Accelerator Program

The World Arts West Grants Accelerator Program (GAP) is a year-long, cohort-based mentorship and training program designed to support cultural artists and organizations in the San Francisco Bay Area who are historically excluded from traditional philanthropy. GAP provides hands-on training, peer learning, and one-to-one coaching to support participants to successfully apply for and secure foundation and government grants. The program is free of charge for all participants.

📅 Applications are due by Sunday, November 30, 2025.

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. 

We are driving a lot of traffic to Our415, so be sure to check your agency's listing(s)! If you want us to make any edits, let us know at our415@dcyf.org.

We Want to Hear from You!

Exygy, the web developer for Our415, is partnering with DCYF to learn how people use the Our415 website. As part of this effort, Exygy is conducting user interviews to better understand how visitors search for resources and what improvements would make the site more useful.

Exygy is looking for participants to take part in a 30-minute, one-on-one interview to share their experiences using Our415 to find resources and services in San Francisco. Your feedback will help make sure Our415 continues to meet the needs of our community. We’d love to hear your perspective!

Resources for Immigrant Children, Youth, and Families

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 on Wednesday, December 3, 2025. Learn more and register here. 

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.