San Francisco’s Department of
Children, Youth & Their Families
A National Model of Service to the Community
Created in 1989, the San Francisco Department of Children, Youth & Their Families (known as DCYF) is the arm within city government focused exclusively on ensuring that young people—ages 0 through 17—become healthy, productive, and valued community members. Over the years, DCYF has become a powerful, creative, and informed voice within city government and throughout the country.
For regular updates on these efforts, please subscribe to the electronic newsletter, Message from the Director, Maria Su.
Department Highlights
CAC MEETING: Postponed to July 9 Due to Holiday
FUNDING: RFQ for Kindergarten to College Program
ANNOUNCED: Violence Prevention & Intervention Services Awards
NEW: Draft Children's Services Allocation Plan
NEW: Youth Employment Resource Directory
Organizations in Schools: Register Now for Next Academic Year
Nominate a Youth Warrior
FAMILY ECONOMIC SUCCESS: Family Data Snapshot 2009
Free Summer Lunch for Kids & Teens: June 22 through August 14
NEW: Community Needs Assessment - Commissioner's Review
CBO SURVEY: Grantees Give DCYF Top Marks
DCYF By the Numbers 2008
ANNUAL REPORT: 2008 Report to the Mayor
3-YEAR REPORT: 2005-07 Report to the Mayor & Goals 2008-11
NEW FROM SFUSD: CBO Resource Guide
TIPS FOR CBOs: Fundraising Basics
DCYF achieves its mission by:
Strategic stewardship of the city’s landmark Children’s Fund
Creating innovative partnerships within government and with the community
Researching and promoting policies and a shared agenda to make San Francisco a family-friendly city
Engaging the public, particularly youth and parents, in accessing services and participating in the policymaking process.
