As the oldest Black-led organization in San Francisco, we are fiercely dedicated to fostering equality, empowerment, and celebrating the rich heritage of Black and African Americans. This month, we were honored to be part of the vibrant Juneteenth festivities that took place in San Francisco....
Over the past few months, William Rhodes, a mixed media artist and educator based in San Francisco’s Bayview neighborhood, embarked on a close collaboration with youth and seniors at Booker T. Washington Community Service Center, to co-create two exceptional quilts, which showcase intricately stitched portraits...
With Mental Health Awareness Month approaching, our commitment to promoting mental health and wellbeing remains steadfast. As a Black-led and serving organization, we recognize the substantial barriers our community members often encounter in accessing quality emotional health resources and preventive services, which can exacerbate mental...
BTWCSC Youth and Teen/TAY (Transitional Aged Youth) recently collaborated with members of our Senior Victory Club to produce, film, and edit a series of videos that document our seniors’ incredible stories. Each one is filled with endless wisdom, lessons, and history. This month, we had...
We spent the month reflecting, celebrating, and learning with our Booker T. community about the incredible contributions that Black leaders have made around the world. As we continue to commemorate Black History Month, we also celebrate Black Futures and the meaningful impact that our community...
As our staff returns to the Center after Winter Break, we remain steadfast in our commitment to make an even bigger impact in the lives of youth, families and seniors in the Fillmore/Western Addition neighborhoods in 2023. Some of our overarching goals as an organization include...
As we close out the year, we are taking a look back at some of our favorite achievements from 2022. Each and everyday, Booker T. Washington Service Center acts as a safety net for the youth, families and seniors of the Fillmore/Western Addition neighborhood, providing...
For over 100 years, the Booker T. Washington Community Service Center has been a safety net for 12 generations of families in the Western Addition and Fillmore neighborhoods of San Francisco. Whether it is a warm meal, a safe place to stay or a reliable...
During the month of October, we centered our curriculum and programming at Booker T., around the phrase, “Be You, BOO!”, inviting our community to be intentional about celebrating their unique identities and individuality. Whether it’s through the arts, sports/fitness, or just a conversation with a...
The achievements and contributions that have been made and continue to be made by Latinx leaders have shaped our nation’s identity for centuries. In addition to celebrating the diverse cultures within the Latinx community, we emphasize the importance of educational programming and initiatives that accurately...