Growing Together: 

the DCYF Newsletter

January 2026

Citywide Summer Resource Fair: February 21

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 San Franciscans who are kicking off their summer planning.

No ticket or sign up is required to attend the Summer Resource Fair: just show up on February 21 ready to learn about all the wonderful summer opportunities San Francisco has to offer!

New District 10 Summer Resource Fair: February 28

The District 10 Summer Resource Fair is a new, free event hosted by DCYF, the SF Public Utilities Commission, and the Southeast Community Facility Commission that will connect children, youth, and families who live in Bayview, Hunters Point, Visitacion Valley, Dogpatch, and other southeast San Francisco neighborhoods with summer programs and resources.

The District 10 Summer Resource Fair will take place on Saturday, February 28, 2026 at the Southeast Community Center (1550 Evans Avenue) from 11am to 2pm.

The Fair will feature representatives from 45 San Francisco agencies who will share information about summer programs and resources for children and youth ages 0 to 24 who live in the City's southeast neighborhoods.

Exhibitor registration for the District 10 Summer Resource Fair is open now and filling up fast! If you would like to register your agency to be an exhibitor, fill out this registration form. 

If you have any questions about the District 10 Summer Resource Fair, please contact Emily Davis at emily.davis@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.

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

The next meeting of the OAC will take place on Monday, February 9, 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. 

Check Out the Opportunities for Youth Page on the SFGov Website

The Opportunities for Youth Ages 14-24 page on the SFGov website highlights programs, jobs, internships, 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

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. 

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 online on Wednesday, January 28, 2026. Click the button below to learn more about the meeting, and to register to attend.

San Francisco Department of Public Health Reaffirms Commitment to Childhood Vaccines

The San Francisco Department of Public Health (SFDPH) is deeply concerned by the federal government’s recent action to arbitrarily revise the U.S. childhood vaccine schedule, substantially reducing the number of vaccinations routinely recommended for U.S. children. These changes put our children and communities at unnecessary risk for preventable diseases.

SFDPH urges the community to recognize the critical importance of childhood immunization. Every child deserves the opportunity to grow up healthy, free from the threat of dangerous—but preventable—diseases. Vaccines are one of the most effective and rigorously studied tools available to protect our children’s health. Maintaining strong, evidence-based childhood vaccination schedules is essential to prevent the spread of infectious diseases, and to keeping schools open, families safe and communities resilient.

Claude Forever: A Celebration of Life

California Academy of Sciences is planning a free community celebration honoring the life and legacy of Claude, San Francisco’s beloved albino alligator. The event will feature stories, speeches, performances, and activities for Claude fans of all ages, as well as craft activities and an artisan marketplace featuring commemorative Claude souvenirs available for purchase from local vendors. 

📅 Sunday, January 18, 2026, 11am to 1pm, at the Golden Gate Bandshell in Golden Gate Park.

Liberty, Justice, and Beloved Community: MLK2026 San Francisco

The 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday Observance has something for every age and walk of life. With nationally acclaimed festivals and a network of events, activities, and programs, the people of San Francisco have many excellent opportunities to celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. King.

📅 Through Monday, January 19, sites throughout San Francisco. 

Citywide Job Fair

Come to the Citywide Job Fair on January 31 to learn about open or soon to be open positions with the Recreation and Parks Department, the Human Services Agency, the SF Public Library, and many more agencies. No registration is required: show up with your resume and be ready to impress!

Need more information about the Fair? Email rpd.recruitment@sfgov.org.

📅 Saturday, January 31, 2026, 10am to 2pm, Palega Rec Center, 500 Felton Street

Labor Laws for City Suppliers Symposium

The Labor Laws for City Supplier Symposium, hosted by the Office of Labor Standards Enforcement (OLSE), is a learning opportunity for City Suppliers and staff who handle HR, benefits, or compliance. The sessions focus on labor laws that apply to City contracts and explain how those requirements work in practice, using clear examples and real-world scenarios. Whether you are new to City contracting or already familiar with the rules, the Symposium offers useful guidance, panel discussions, and time to connect with other City Suppliers.

📅 Thursday, February 12, 2026, 9am to 4pm, War Memorial & Performing Arts Center, 401 Van Ness Avenue

Nonprofit Workstations Available at the Southeast Community Center

The Southeast Community Center (SECC), located at 1550 Evans Avenue in Bayview–Hunters Point, is operated by the San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) and opened in 2022 to serve as a gathering place for the community. The SECC is a hub where residents can gather, learn, and access free programs that support education, workforce development, and community well-being. 

The SFPUC is seeking qualified nonprofit organizations to serve as Resident Partners at the SECC through three-year, below-market licenses beginning July 1, 2026. Selected nonprofits will receive workspace in the SECC and will be required to provide free, public programming in one of three areas - education, job training, or senior programming - for approximately 15 hours per week. Resident Partners will have shared access to classrooms and conference rooms within the center. Rent for two workstations is $926 per month, with utilities and basic services included. 

📅 Proposals are due by Thursday, March 12, 2026.

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.