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FHLBank San Francisco

Member cooperative financing housing and neighborhoods

Overview

FHLBank San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative that supports local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada so they can provide financing for homeownership, quality housing, small-business growth, and neighborhood revitalization. The bank offers liquidity, credit facilities, and development programs to its member institutions, which in turn serve the community by loaning to individuals and small businesses. Unlike many lenders, FHLBank San Francisco operates as a member-owned cooperative rather than a typical profit-focused bank, emphasizing collaboration with its members to meet local housing and economic development needs. The goal is to help lenders create opportunity and improve lives by expanding access to housing, supporting small businesses, and strengthening communities across its multi-state region.

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Why FHLBank San Francisco is rated
B-
Rated B on Competitive Edge
Rated B on Growth Potential
Rated C on Differentiation

Industries

Financial ServicesReal Estate

Company Size

201-500

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$7.6M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

1932

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What believers are saying

  • July 2026 AHP grants funded 45 projects, including 34 California developments.
  • April 2026 voluntary funding doubled to $45.7 million for housing and homeownership.
  • July 2026 leadership promotions and January 2027 directors signal governance stability.

What critics are saying

  • The CEO search remains unresolved after Joseph Amato left February 1, 2026.
  • FHFA and Congress can pressure Federal Home Loan Bank subsidy and capital rules by 2027.
  • Existentially, a housing-finance reform or merger could shrink its district and purpose.

What makes FHLBank San Francisco unique

  • FHLBank San Francisco funds affordable housing through mission-driven, member-owned wholesale liquidity.
  • Its Arizona, California, and Nevada district concentrates on high-cost housing markets.
  • AHP grants and downpayment assistance tie bank funding directly to community outcomes.

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Yahoo Finance
Oct 1st, 2026
Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco elects two directors to four-year terms

The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco announced the results of its 2026 director elections. Arizona members elected Michael Boden, president and CEO of OneAZ Credit Union, to his first term as the Arizona member director. California members re-elected incumbent Chang Liu, president and CEO of Cathay Bank, to a new term. Both directors will serve four-year terms beginning 1 January 2027 and ending 31 December 2030. Boden brings over 25 years of executive leadership experience in financial services, whilst Liu has more than 31 years in the industry. The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco serves member financial institutions across Arizona, California, and Nevada.

Vantage West Credit Union
Sep 22nd, 2026
Vantage West secures $400,000 in AHEAD Program grants for Southern Arizona organizations.

Vantage West secures $400,000 in AHEAD Program grants for Southern Arizona organizations. TUCSON, Ariz. - Vantage West Credit Union, in partnership with the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco), has secured $400,000 in Access to Housing and Economic Assistance for Development (AHEAD) Program grants for two Southern Arizona organizations. The funding includes two maximum awards of $200,000 each for Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center and Community Investment Corporation (CIC), supporting workforce development and asset preservation initiatives across the region. The AHEAD Program provides funding for projects that advance workforce development, financial education, entrepreneurship, economic development, and other initiatives that benefit underserved communities. Grants are awarded through a competitive process, with member financial institutions applying on behalf of nonprofit and community partners. "These awards reflect the power of collaboration and the importance of investing in organizations that are creating meaningful change in our communities," said Jon Bruflat, Vice President of Community Impact at Vantage West Credit Union. "We're proud to partner with Sahuarita Food Bank and CIC and grateful to FHLBank San Francisco for helping bring these resources to Southern Arizona." Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center received a $200,000 AHEAD grant to support workforce development programs that help individuals build skills, increase earning potential, and strengthen long-term financial stability. "Vantage West has been an exceptional partner in our mission to grow regional prosperity and open doors for underserved communities," said Carlos Parra, Executive Director of Sahuarita Food Bank & Community Resource Center. "Thanks to the 2026 AHEAD grant, our workforce development programs will continue helping graduates earn more and build stronger futures." Community Investment Corporation (CIC) Community Investment Corporation (CIC) received a $200,000 AHEAD grant to support its CLEAR Program, which helps Southern Arizona families resolve property title issues that can threaten homeownership and generational wealth. "For many families, buying a home or starting a business represents stability and the attainment of the American Dream," said Danny Knee, Executive Director of Community Investment Corporation. "This AHEAD award will help CIC's CLEAR program protect that legacy by helping Southern Arizona families resolve title issues before they lead to the loss of hard-earned assets. We are grateful for the investment of Vantage West and FHLBank San Francisco, essential partners in not only helping lift families out of poverty but ensuring they stay there." The AHEAD Program enables FHLBank San Francisco member institutions, including Vantage West, to support projects that address local economic development needs and expand opportunities in low-to-moderate-income communities. Vantage West submitted the grant applications on behalf of both organizations, which were selected through this year's highly competitive funding cycle. Together, the two projects will help create pathways to economic mobility by supporting workforce advancement, preserving family assets, and expanding opportunities for individuals and families throughout Southern Arizona. "Securing two maximum AHEAD awards demonstrates the strength of these community organizations and the impact of the work they're doing every day," added Bruflat. "We're honored to help connect funding opportunities with local partners who are improving lives and creating a stronger future for our region." About Vantage West Credit Union Vantage West Credit Union is a member-owned financial cooperative committed to improving the lives of its members and strengthening the communities it serves. Through community partnerships, financial empowerment initiatives, and strategic investments, Vantage West helps create opportunities for individuals, families, and businesses across Arizona. Visit www.VantageWest.org to learn more.

Community Vision California
Jul 30th, 2026
Community Vision partners with FHLBank San Francisco to award $5.95MM to support 225 Affordable Housing units across the Bay Area.

Community Vision partners with FHLBank San Francisco to award $5.95MM to support 225 Affordable Housing units across the Bay Area. July 30, 2026 Affordable Housing Program grants will support new and preserved housing in San José, San Francisco, and Oakland FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Community Vision has partnered with Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) to deliver a total of $5.95 million in Affordable Housing Program grants to Abode Housing Development, Chinatown Community Development Center, and East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation. The grants will support the creation or preservation of 225 affordable homes in San José, San Francisco, and Oakland, expanding access to safe, stable housing for individuals and families across the Bay Area. "Meeting California's housing needs takes collaboration across the public, private, and nonprofit sectors," said Catherine Howard, President of Community Vision. "These Affordable Housing Program grants demonstrate what's possible when mission-driven financial institutions and community developers work together to invest in long-term housing solutions. We're honored to partner with FHLBank San Francisco and our development partners to help make these projects possible." AHP grants contribute to the development, preservation, and rehabilitation of single-family and multifamily housing for people with low incomes and others facing barriers to stable housing. This includes families, seniors, veterans, people experiencing homelessness, at-risk youth, people living with disabilities or mental health challenges, and people recovering from substance use disorders. FHLBank San Francisco's member financial institutions work in partnership with community-based housing developers to compete for AHP General Fund grants by submitting applications for specific projects in an annual funding competition. In total for the 2026 program cycle the Bank's AHP awarded funding for 45 affordable housing projects, including 34 in California, five in Arizona, and six in Nevada. The awarded projects include: * Abode Housing Development - Algarve Community Apartments (San José): $2 million grant. This new eight-story, transit-oriented development will create 90 affordable homes, including 60 reserved for formerly homeless households. The project includes Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing vouchers for eligible residents and improvements to the surrounding neighborhood such as new sidewalks, street trees, bike parking, and streetlights. * Chinatown Community Development Center - 1303 Larkin Street (San Francisco): $2 million grant. This rehabilitation project will bring 67 affordable homes to seniors in Nob Hill, adding five new apartments, converting existing Single Room Occupancy (SRO) units into studio and one-bedroom homes with in-unit kitchens, and upgrading shared community spaces while preserving long-term affordability. * East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation - 430 Broadway Building A (Oakland): $1.95 million grant. This development will create 65 affordable homes for very low- and low-income seniors, including 17 permanent supportive housing units for seniors experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The project is the first phase of a larger redevelopment that will ultimately create more than 400 affordable homes on Alameda County-owned land. "Partnerships like these, including Community Vision and local developers such as Abode Housing Development, Chinatown Community Development Center, and East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation, are essential to increasing the supply of affordable housing and improving access to housing across the communities we serve," said Tom Dapice, Community Investment Officer at FHLBank San Francisco. "By working closely with our members and their community partners, we are able to support financing that helps bring new housing to market and preserve existing homes, expanding opportunity and helping ensure more individuals and families can afford a stable place to live." To date, Community Vision has partnered with FHLBank San Francisco to award over $15.6 million in AHP grants, supporting the creation or preservation of 913 affordable homes across the Bay Area. Media Contact: Matias Bernal Vice President of Development 415-392-8215 [email protected] About Community Vision: Founded in 1987 as the Northern California Community Loan Fund, Community Vision advances community ownership of community assets across California. Through lending, advising, and partnership, Community Vision support nonprofits and community-rooted organizations in securing the spaces that help communities thrive and build long-term stability. To date, Community Vision has invested more than $672 million in financing, leveraged over $3.4 billion, and distributed more than $39 million in grants. Community Vision is a nonprofit community development financial institution (CDFI) and an Equal Opportunity Provider. About the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco: The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative helping local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better. The tools and resources Community Vision provide to its member financial institutions - commercial banks, credit unions, industrial loan companies, savings institutions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions - propel homeownership, finance quality affordable housing, boost economic vitality, and revitalize whole neighborhoods. Together with its members and other partners, Community Vision is making the communities Community Vision serve more vibrant and resilient and changing lives for the better.

GlobeNewswire
Jul 28th, 2026
FHLBank San Francisco names Anabel Cuevas head of public affairs.

FHLBank San Francisco names Anabel Cuevas head of public affairs. SAN FRANCISCO, July 28, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) today announced the promotion of Anabel Cuevas to senior director of public affairs. In this role, she will lead the Bank's legislative engagement, stakeholder relations, and advocacy initiatives across Arizona, California, and Nevada. She most recently served as director of public affairs for the Bank and brings experience in government relations, public policy and strategic communications. Cuevas will be responsible for advancing the Bank's public affairs strategy, strengthening relationships with policymakers and industry stakeholders, coordinating advocacy efforts, and supporting initiatives that further the Bank's mission of providing reliable liquidity and fostering affordable housing and community investment throughout its three-state district. "Anabel has been instrumental in building strong relationships with policymakers, housing leaders, member institutions, and community partners across our district," said Winthrop Watson, president and chief executive officer of FHLBank San Francisco. "She brings a deep understanding of the housing and policy issues that affect our members and the communities they serve. We are pleased to have her lead our public affairs efforts." Since joining FHLBank San Francisco in 2024, Cuevas has managed public affairs and congressional engagement initiatives, led congressional housing roundtables and executive convenings, cultivated bipartisan relationships with federal and state policymakers, monitored legislative and regulatory developments affecting housing finance, and provided strategic policy analysis and recommendations to senior leadership and the Board of Directors. Prior to joining the Bank, Cuevas served as senior field representative for U.S. Rep. Linda T. Sánchez, where she managed legislative, public policy, and community engagement initiatives and served as the congresswoman's liaison to government agencies, local leaders, nonprofit organizations and business stakeholders throughout the district. "I'm honored to take on this role and continue advancing the Bank's mission," said Cuevas. "I look forward to working with our members, policymakers, housing organizations, and community partners to support initiatives that expand housing opportunities, strengthen local communities and help ensure the Bank remains a trusted resource throughout our district." A graduate of California State University, Los Angeles, Cuevas holds a bachelor's degree in political science and organizational communication. She serves on the board of the East Los Angeles Community Corporation and was recognized by Latino Leaders Magazine as one of its 2024 Latinos in Finance. About Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative helping local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better. The tools and resources we provide to our member financial institutions - commercial banks, credit unions, industrial loan companies, savings institutions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions - propel homeownership, finance quality affordable housing, drive economic vitality, and revitalize whole neighborhoods. Together with our members and other partners, we are making the communities we serve more vibrant and resilient.

Forest Grove News Times
Apr 24th, 2026
U.S. Rep. Min joins FHLBank San Francisco and the Orange County Business Council for Affordable Housing roundtable in Irvine.

U.S. Rep. Min joins FHLBank San Francisco and the Orange County Business Council for Affordable Housing roundtable in Irvine. GlobeNewswire | Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco Today at 6:12pm PDT IRVINE, Calif., April 24, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - U.S. Rep. Dave Min (CA-47) today joined the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco (FHLBank San Francisco) in partnership with the Orange County Business Council, local housing leaders and community partners for an affordable housing roundtable in Irvine. The roundtable focused on housing solutions that Congress can pursue to increase housing supply, improve affordability and reduce homelessness in Orange County. Participants discussed strategies to advance housing development, leverage public-private partnerships and address financing and regulatory barriers that continue to constrain housing supply. "Orange County is facing a housing crisis which is threatening our economic future," said Rep. Min. "The average home here costs over $1.4 million, and the high cost of housing is the number one reason people are leaving our region and the number one driver of homelessness in the OC. I'm grateful to the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco and the Orange County Business Council for hosting today's discussion on how we can address this affordability crisis, and I learned so much from the many key stakeholders who participated. This is exactly the type of broad-based coalition of federal, state, and local leaders we will need to solve this affordable housing problem." During the roundtable, participants also emphasized the importance of continued federal support for housing finance programs and the role of mission-driven institutions in closing funding gaps for affordable housing developments. "We're actively partnering with congressional leaders, our member financial institutions and community organizations to invest in solutions that expand the supply of affordable housing," said Winthrop Watson, interim president and CEO of FHLBank San Francisco. "With housing costs remaining high across our region, this level of collaboration is essential, and together we're focused on driving real progress to meet the urgent need for affordable housing." FHLBank San Francisco supports affordable housing initiatives across its district of California, Arizona, and Nevada. Earlier this year, the Bank committed up to $45.7 million in voluntary grant funding for 2026, doubling the bank's voluntary contribution rate from approximately 5% to 10% of prior-year net income. This increased commitment will significantly expand support for affordable housing supply, homeownership opportunities and community development across its three-state district. "Affordable housing availability in Orange County has become a workforce retention issue and a critical factor in our region's long-term economic health," said Paul Simonds, senior vice president and chief operating officer of the Orange County Business Council. "As the shortage of affordable housing grows, businesses face challenges retaining workers who can no longer afford to live near their jobs. Public-private partnerships that expand affordable housing supply are essential to attracting talent, stabilizing the workforce, and sustaining economic growth." In addition to Rep. Min and his staff, roundtable participants included: * Rep. Dave Min (CA-47) * Stephanie Cuevas, California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues * Irma Gorrocino, California and Nevada Credit Union Leagues * Robert Hartman, Home Smart * Paul Simonds, Orange County Business Council * Mary Jane Cambria, Orange County REALTORS * Janet Keo Conklin, Orange County REALTORS * Robert Hartman, Orange County REALTORS * Collin Powers, Orange County REALTORS * Susan Sanders, Orange County REALTORS * Sabrina Rabanal, Schools First Credit Union * Emy Farrow-German, Southern California Association of Non-Profit Housing * Aisha Mansoor, Southern California Association of Non-Profit Housing * Cesar Covarrubias, The Kennedy Commission * Carina Hollis, Wescom Credit Union * Kelly Gear, Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco * Anabel Cuevas, Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco Since 1990, FHLBank San Francisco has awarded more than $1.4 billion in Affordable Housing Program grants to support the construction, rehabilitation or purchase of more than 156,600 homes affordable to lower-income households. Together, the 11 regional Federal Home Loan banks make up one of the largest privately capitalized sources of grant funding for affordable housing in the United States. About the Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco The Federal Home Loan Bank of San Francisco is a member-driven cooperative helping local lenders in Arizona, California, and Nevada build strong communities, create opportunity, and change lives for the better. The tools and resources Forest Grove News-Times provide to its member financial institutions - commercial banks, credit unions, industrial loan companies, savings institutions, insurance companies, and community development financial institutions - propel homeownership, finance quality affordable housing, drive economic vitality, and revitalize whole neighborhoods. Together with its members and other partners, Forest Grove News-Times is making the communities Forest Grove News-Times serve more vibrant and resilient. This is a paid placement. 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