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Community Forward SF envisions a city where every life counts. We are a collection of vital programs

05/26/2026

A huge thank you to the Deutsche Bank and Jan Price, Bank Director for Private Banking and CFSF Development Committee Member, for organizing a Mother’s Day drive. Together, Deutsche Bank helped collect nearly $1,750 worth of essential supplies for participants—including clothing, snacks, puzzles, bags, and other much-needed items.

These contributions directly stock our drop-in, shelter and transitional housing programs, allowing our team to respond quickly and compassionately while connecting women to the wraparound services that help them heal, stabilize, and rebuild their lives.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor and remember those who lost their lives in service to our country.

Today and every day, we remain committed to building stronger, safer communities rooted in dignity, care, and courage. We wish you all a restful holiday.

05/22/2026

Join us for Happy Hour with Our Co-CEOs, Sammie Rayner and John Uselman— an informal gathering to connect with Community Forward SF, meet others who care about our mission, and learn more about how we’re supporting women navigating homelessness in San Francisco.

This is a space for conversation, community, and connection with people who want to make a difference. We hope you’ll join us.

Interested in attending or learning more?
📧 Email development@communityforwardsf.org or visit our website for details: https://communityforwardsf.org/engage

05/20/2026

Last week, Community Forward team members attended the 2026 Restorative Justice Leadership Summit hosted by the Archdiocese of San Francisco.

The Summit brought together leaders from across the Bay Area to strengthen collaboration and advance trauma-informed approaches that support youth, families, and community safety. We’re grateful for the opportunity to connect with fellow community partners and continue conversations centered on healing, dignity, restoration, and pathways toward stability and safety for all.

You can view highlights and photos from the summit here: https://sfarch.org/ministries/rjministry/rjleadershipsummit-2026/

05/14/2026

We’re excited to introduce Kristin Nelson, who joined Community Forward in January as our new Vice President of Philanthropy. 💙

Kristin brings more than 25 years of nonprofit leadership experience across fundraising, communications, and program management, with organizations including Community Foundation Sonoma County, The James Irvine Foundation, Catholic Charities, and COTS.

As we continue expanding access to safety, mental health care, and pathways to permanent housing for women navigating homelessness, we’re grateful to have Kristin helping lead and strengthen this work for the future.

We’re excited for what’s ahead—and thankful for the community that continues to show up with care and commitment every step of the way.

05/12/2026

Rebecca Jackson, VP of Reentry & Public Affairs, and Olivia Hoffman, Executive Assistant & Policy Associate, joined the People’s Budget Coalition at San Francisco City Hall to deliver thousands of postcards to the Mayor, calling for a city budget that reflects community needs and protects San Francisco’s most vulnerable residents.

Together, we’re advocating for policies and investments that build a safer, more equitable San Francisco for all.

05/10/2026

Today, we honor mothers and all maternal figures—the ones who nurture, protect, and hold communities together.

At Community Forward, we witness that care and resilience every day—not only in the lives of those we serve, but also in the people who show up for this work.

Happy Mother’s Day 💐

05/06/2026

Women’s Day returned to the Women’s Resource Center 💐

This week, the WRC team hosted a special Women’s Day celebration in honor of Mother’s Day—creating space for participants to pause, connect, and feel celebrated. With delicious food and hands-on activities like decorating tote bags, making flower crowns, and creating jewelry, the day was filled with moments of reflection, joy, and community.

We’re deeply grateful to our community partners at Larkin Street Youth Services for showing up, sharing resources, and building meaningful connections with participants. Your partnership helps make days like this possible.

05/05/2026

Our team is in Sacramento today for Policy Advocacy Day, hosted by ValorUS and the California Partnership to End Domestic Violence.

Alongside advocates and community leaders from across the state, they're meeting with legislators to push for sustained investment in critical services supporting the nearly 1 million Californians impacted by domestic and sexual violence.

We’re proud to stand in this movement—and committed to continuing the fight for safety, support, and protection for our community every day.

04/27/2026

Denim Day is this Wednesday, April 29. 💙

Denim Day is a global movement, with millions of people wearing jeans to raise awareness and push back against victim-blaming. When you show up, you’re helping build a culture rooted in support, accountability, and care.

The movement began in 1992, when Italy’s Supreme Court overturned a r**e conviction, arguing that because the victim wore tight jeans, she must have consented. In response, women in the Italian Parliament wore denim to work—challenging harmful myths and sparking a global movement.

Join us:
✔ Wear denim on April 29
✔ Snap a photo
✔ Tag us

We’ll be resharing posts throughout the day to uplift our community and stand together for survivors.

Let’s show up—visibly and collectively.

04/23/2026

Congratulations to Black Women Revolt Against Domestic Violence and La Casa de las Madres on their recognition by the Commission on the Status of Women!

We’re proud to partner with these incredible organizations through the SF Women’s Housing Coalition, working together to support women survivors across our community.

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