Overview
CYCSF is a San Francisco-based 501(c)(3) non-profit that serves youth and families, with a focus on AAPI and underserved communities. It runs programs across behavioral health, education and enrichment, workforce development, and community engagement, including after-school and summer activities, college and career guidance, mentorship, and digital literacy. It differentiates itself through its long-standing Chinatown/AAPI focus, city-wide reach, integration of behavioral health with education and workforce programs, and its role as fiscal agent for violence-prevention coalitions. Its goal is to reduce juvenile delinquency and gang violence while helping young people build skills, pursue education and career opportunities, and achieve stable, healthy lives for themselves and their families.
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What believers are saying
- SF.gov still funds CYC summer programs for grades K-8 in 2026.
- CYC launched a new mental health series with Sky Link TV on May 21, 2026.
- The 2026 financials page was updated November 3, 2026, showing ongoing city reporting.
What critics are saying
- Revelio shows headcount fell from 246 in 2023 to 209 in Q2 2026.
- CYC’s 2026 SFMTA contract expired June 30 before April 2026 amendment approval.
- Dependence on city grants leaves CYC exposed if SFUSD, DCYF, or SFMTA cut renewals.
What makes CYCSF unique
- CYC’s 2026 Excelsior office at 5000 Mission Street extends neighborhood reach beyond Chinatown.
- SFMTA renewed CYC’s Bayview Shuttle outreach contract through January 15, 2028.
- CYC’s 2026 summer network spans eleven sites, from Dianne Feinstein to SFI High.
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