CYCSF

CYCSF

Nonprofit youth development and services provider

Overview

CYCSF is a San Francisco-based nonprofit that serves youth and families, especially in Chinatown and the AAPI community, through programs across behavioral health, education, enrichment, and workforce development. It operates after-school and summer activities, college and career guidance, mentorship, job readiness training, and digital literacy, reaching about 8,000 young people annually. The organization blends services with schools and community partners and runs specialized programs such as a Computer Clubhouse, senior digital literacy classes, and work-based learning with local high schools. Its goal is to reduce juvenile delinquency and gang violence while helping young people develop skills and pursue education and careers.

About CYCSF

Simplify's Rating
Why CYCSF is rated
C+
Rated C on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Government & Public Sector

Social Impact

Education

Healthcare

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

1970

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What believers are saying

  • 2026 scholarship applications and job fairs show active youth demand and employer engagement.
  • CYC joined Thrive Together Collaborative in 2026, expanding partnerships beyond San Francisco.
  • New afterschool programming at Dianne Feinstein Elementary broadens reach into the Sunset neighborhood.

What critics are saying

  • City funding dependence exposes CYC to budget cuts by San Francisco agencies in 2026.
  • Kyle Chan's 2025-2026 transition after 15 years risks program continuity and donor relationships.
  • If public grants tighten, CYC's workforce and mental-health services face immediate contraction.

What makes CYCSF unique

  • CYC spans Chinatown, Bayview, Richmond, and Sunset with neighborhood-specific youth programming.
  • Its 2026 scholarships and job fairs deepen cradle-to-career support for immigrant families.
  • CYC combines behavioral health, workforce development, and cultural events under one San Francisco platform.

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