We celebrated Juneteenth with our Fillmore/Western Addition neighbors, community partners, and dear friends across the city to honor and uplift our rich cultural heritage. This year's festivities helped us reflect on our shared commitment to empowerment, unity, and cultural pride. From parades to events, every...
Our first annual Food Action Summit: The Road to Good Food presented by the Food and Agriculture Action Coalition Toward Sovereignty (FAACTS) was informative, impactful, and nourishing! Through insightful panels, future-forward talks, and sharing delicious meals together, we convened as a San Francisco community to...
Meet Booker T.’s New Board President, Clarissa Canady We had the pleasure of sitting down with our newly appointed Board President, Clarissa Canady, to learn about her profound connection to the Fillmore/Western Addition neighborhood and her professional journey serving as a lawyer with over two decades...
With active supporters like you, Booker T. has made an impact on our local community in both significant and enriching ways. As we reflect on our work serving the Fillmore/Western Addition in 2023, we asked our Executive Director, Shakirah Simley, and our dedicated Program Managers...
This season has been jam-packed with exciting programs and activities that brought joy, and learning, while fostering strong connections within our Booker T. community. From spirited celebrations that honored the cultural richness of Día de los Muertos, to festive Halloween gatherings that brought laughter and...
The BTWCSC Senior Victory Club is a Black-centered group of community members and leaders from the vibrant Fillmore/Western Addition neighborhood. Our program offers a range of enriching activities that provide mental stimulation, a platform to reduce social isolation and center wellness by promoting creativity and...
Summer Together Camp is in full swing, and we're thrilled to share some of the exciting adventures and unforgettable memories we have already created! Our youth and teen campers are embarking on a journey of exploration, learning, and personal growth within and beyond the classroom. Check...
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...