Mission Action

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Mission Action! Today, we reflect with gratitude on the strength and resilience of the communities we serve, the passion of our team, and the collective effort to create a more just and equitable world. Together, we are building a future filled with hope, dignity, and opportunity for all. ????

The fight for a fair and just society doesn’t stop today, tomorrow or until we realize our vision for a better future for all. Our commitment remains unwavering, as does our hope.?#KeepFighting?#Resilience?#powertothepeople

Still Feeling the Summer Heat? So Are We! As the warm weather lingers, we’re reminiscing about our Summer BBQ at the Dolores Shelter Program (DSP). Huge thanks to our dedicated staff for organizing and cooking up amazing food. The event was a true celebration of community! Since 1982, DSP has been a vital part of the Mission District, providing emergency shelter, meals, and support services to the Latinx and immigrant community. Located at 1050 South Van Ness, we continue our mission of offering bilingual, culturally competent services to those in need.

We are proud to announce that Mission Action is one of 50 organizations worldwide selected for the Citi Foundation’s Global Innovation Challenge. This grant will provide essential funding to expand and sustain our Stay Over Program—the first-ever shelter partnership with a public school district aimed at addressing family homelessness. Together, we can create lasting change for families in need. Learn more and get involved at missionaction.org.

Today, we rallied at San Francisco’s City Hall, demanding the city act on its promise to build affordable housing on Parcel K in Hayes Valley. This land, reserved for affordable units, remains undeveloped despite years of planning. We are urging the city to prioritize affordable housing amid the ongoing crisis!

Out team got to attend the first-ever Promotores Conference in SF! ?? Nuestro Bienestar is all about connecting our Latinx & indigenous communities with the services they need— from healthcare to legal aid, food assistance, and more. #CommunityWellness #NuestroBienestar

?? Client of the Month: William Cesar ?? Preferred name and pronouns: William Cesar (He/Him) How did you become aware of this shelter program? I called 311 and got referred. I was waiting for a bed for three months, first-come, first-served. Michael came and supported me. I would be in line every day and was sleeping in a park. I called the shelter every day to see if they had a bed for me. What are your hopes or goals for the future, and are there things this shelter program can do to help you achieve them? I'm waiting on the renewal of my citizenship or residency. Then we can go from there. Are there any specific services or resources provided by the shelter program that have been particularly helpful to you? None at the moment, other than staying here. How long have you been staying in this shelter, and how has your experience been during this time? I've been here since late October. It has been great. I suggested movie nights, and they agreed. If you had one piece of advice to give to your younger self, what would it be? None. ?? Cliente del Mes: William Cesar ?? Nombre y pronombres preferidos: William Cesar (él) ?Cómo te enteraste de este programa de refugio? Llamé al 311 y me refirieron. Estuve esperando una cama durante tres meses, por orden de llegada. Michael vino y me apoyó. Estaba en la fila todos los días y durmiendo en un parque. Llamaba al refugio todos los días para ver si tenían una cama para mí. ?Cuáles son tus esperanzas o metas para el futuro, y hay cosas que este programa de refugio pueda hacer para ayudarte a lograrlas? Estoy esperando la renovación de mi ciudadanía o residencia, y luego veremos desde allí. ?Hay algún servicio o recurso específico proporcionado por el programa de refugio que te haya sido particularmente útil? Ninguno por el momento, aparte de quedarme aquí. ?Cuánto tiempo llevas quedándote en este refugio y cómo ha sido tu experiencia durante este tiempo? He estado aquí desde finales de octubre. Ha sido genial. Sugerí noches de cine y estuvieron de acuerdo. Si pudieras dar un consejo a tu yo más joven, ?cuál sería? Ninguno.

Thank you, KQED, for highlighting the incredible work being done at the Stay Over Program! We’re proud to offer a safe and supportive space for unhoused families in San Francisco, where healing takes place not just through shelter but through community and shared meals. The power of cooking and connection helps our residents heal from trauma and rebuild their lives. Together, we’re fostering resilience and hope. #CommunityHealing Check out the article here: https://lnkd.in/g7irVWrE

Even after winning protection to stay, ICE continues to hold immigrants in detention, causing severe harm to mental health. This is the reality one of our clients faced last year, and it’s an ongoing injustice that Mission Action is committed to addressing. Alongside other organizations, we’re standing up to demand that these practices end. Everyone deserves to live free from fear and confinement. #EndDetention Read the story here: https://lnkd.in/gxbJJptT

We're hiring! ?? Join our team and make a difference in the community. For more details, check out the link below or email your resume to [email protected]. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Link: https://lnkd.in/gTxkGgm2