Our programs are designed to meet the needs of the most historically underserved community residents within the City of San Francisco.

We activate the potential of youth 16 to 24, to successfully transition into independent adulthood. Our programs blend mentoring, education and positive development techniques designed to help youth navigate through the many challenges they face.

Through advocacy and action YCD supports the community residents as they work collaboratively to preserve and meet the housing needs of limited-income people throughout the Bayview.

YCD is committed to helping men, women and young adults successfully re-enter the workforce, return to their families and community. We empower at-risk individuals through training and development programs designed to guide the reintegration process and support future success.

YCD is home to a number of ongoing special initiatives. These projects accelerate impact throughout the Bayview by responding to the rapidly changing needs of community residents. These initiatives are designed to adapt and identify new ways to deliver critical support services.

• Black to the Future
• The Phoenix Project
• The V.O.I.C.E.S. Initiative