Larkin Street Youth Services

There is nothing within our power we can do to alleviate the pain and anguish for the murder of George Floyd, but today's verdict represents a step in the direction of justice. Despite this, we know that there is still work to be done and Larkin Street will continue to stand in solidarity with the #BlackLivesMatter movement. https://www.nytimes.com//derek-chauvin-verdict-george-floyd

We are so very thankful to the Bay Area Ferrari community for choosing Larkin Street as a FOG Rally beneficiary this year! Check out their event this fall here: https://larkinstreetyouth.org//the-2021-fog-rally-launch-/

"Even though I wasn't used to being on camera, I knew how important it was to share my story. It's my way of giving back." - Leilani Join us on April 29 for a special film premiere featuring Leilani. Get your tickets here: https://larkinstreetyouth.org/2021pavingtheway #2021PTW #PavingANewWay

Decreasing the number of people experiencing #homelessness isn’t just about building more housing. We need to stabilize people on the cusp of homelessness and provide preventative services. allhomeca.org/regionalactionplan

All Home Regional Action Plan (RAP) Launch Webinar is happening now!

In September 2020, the California Coalition For Youth surveyed unaccompanied youth across the State to find out how the COVID-19 pandemic had impacted their lives. Check out our Newsletter for more updates: https://larkinstreetyouth.org/a-message-from-sherilyn-2021/

Join us on April 29 for a special film premiere and get to know Attakai! #2021PTW #PavingANewWay Grab your tickets here: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-paving-/e313357

I’ve learned how to be my authentic self at Larkin Street. Now I know that if I’m honest and open, the world will have my back. - Attakai Join us on April 29 for a special film premiere featuring Attakai. Get your tickets here: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-paving-/e313357 #2021PTW #PavingANewWay

A little preview of our Paving the Way film! #2021PTW #PavingANewWay Don't forget to grab your tickets for the premiere: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-paving-/e313357

Shoutout to one of our Paving the Way documentary executive producers, Alaska Airlines! We're so grateful for your longstanding support of our work to #endyouthhomelessness, helping us pave a new way for young people!! #2021PTW Get your tickets for the film premiere: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-paving-/e313357

"Attakai, Darlington and Leilani are unique, resilient young people and I feel honored to have the chance to document a piece of their lives." - Natasha Florentino, Paving the Way film director. We're so excited to show you this film! #2021PTW #PavingANewWay Get your tickets today! https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-paving-/e313357

Shout out to one of our Paving the Way film executive producers, #SoMaEquityPartners! Thank you for helping us pave a new way for young people experiencing homelessness. Get your tickets for the film premiere: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-paving-/e313357... #PavingANewWay #2021PTW

Today on #TransDayofVisibility, our CDO, Gayle Roberts, an out and proud trans woman, has a special message to share on why we must center the lives of youth most impacted by homelessness! Read here: https://larkinstreetyouth.org/international-transgender-da/

"I'm always gonna be that helping hand," Adaiah says when asked about her future plans. In this new video, Adaiah talks about how she's continuing to focus on her dreams even during hard times. https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-holiday/c313367

Exciting news! Airbnb's co-founder Joe Gebbia announced a donation to Rising Up to combat youth homelessness in San Francisco and the Bay Area. This significant contribution will help the coalition house 145 young people and provide homelessness prevention services to another 105. We are so honored to be included in this generous donation along with All Home! ... https://larkinstreetyouth.org/airbnb-co-founder-donates-25/

"There is more work to do and more things that I want to continue on. Out of all of this, I am truly making my dreams come true." Get to know Carmise and other Larkin Street program participants in our video about resilience and hope: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org//2021-holiday/c313367

Exciting news! Facebook just announced that it's designating $150 million to create homes for extremely low-income families! https://www.sfchronicle.com//Facebook-creates-150-million-

Nick Cho's wholesome content is exactly what we need during these hard times and in case you didn't know, he's donating profits from his merch to Larkin Street, supporting young people experiencing homelessness!

We're so thriled to share that we’ve received a #TruistFoundation grant for $50,000. The Foundation’s support will ensure that our workforce development program will continue to thrive this year.

Congrats to Sonia, Alba and Cal for winning our virtual Mask Parade Costume Contest!! Thanks sooo much for attending and for supporting our work to #endyouthhomelessness! We hope you enjoy your two-night stay at the Proper Hotel.

"Proposition F, which may appear to be a dry, complicated tax measure, is the key to preserving our City’s human services. Thousands of vulnerable San Francisco residents rely on City-funded programs for housing, food, childcare, mental health treatment, healthcare, crisis intervention and more. The City’s two-year budget is balanced precariously on the assumption that voters will recognize the necessity for fair and equitable tax reform that invests in people and protects small business." Read more here: https://larkinstreetyouth.org/vote-yes-on-prop-f-to-sustai/

Prop F is a huge priority for us this election. If it fails, not only will we lose the nonprofit emergency relief that the Board of Supervisors included in the addbacks, but Larkin Street may face significant budget cuts. More info here: https://www.sfyesonf.com/

Your last chance to join the Mask Parade celebration at 4pm today. Donate by noon to receive zoom log in credentials. We are so close to our goal, your donation will help young people experiencing homelessness recover during COVID-19. You can donate here: https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org/ca/mask-parade/c297632 #maskparadesf... #endyouthhomelessness See more

Enter our Mask Parade Costume Contest! Get creative, dress up & share your fabulous selfie on social media using the hashtag #maskparadesf! The winner of the contest will receive a 2-night stay at the Proper Hotel. More details here: http://ow.ly/mIgM50C5yPd #maskparadesf

We are super thrilled to announce that Cyndi Lauper will be joining us at our Mask Parade celebration this Friday at 4 pm! Beyond all her musical accomplishments, this super star has been an activist since day one-- fighting for women, people living with HIV/AIDS, and LGBTQ+ people. Donate or register as an individual or a team to join us! #maskparadesf #endyouthhomelessness https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org/ca/mask-parade/c297632

The Proper Hotel is presenting a cocktail demo at our Mask Parade Celebration this Friday! Donation of $250 or higher to the event till Wednesday can pick up a Proper Cup cocktail to go box for free at the SF location. Must be 21 years or older. Plus enter to win a two-night stay at the Proper Hotel. Just dress up in costume during the virtual event or post your selfie on social media before noon on Friday with the hashtag #maskparadesf to enter! #sfproper... #endyouthhomelessness https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org/ca/mask-parade/c297632 See more

Shoutout to the teams and individuals who signed up to fundraise for our Mask Parade especially our corporate partners Comerica Bank, Twitter and BlackRock! So far, they have raised over $5,000 to date! You can still sign up as a team or as an individual and celebrate with us on Friday! https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org/ca/mask-parade/c297632

Props A, B, and F will allocate new resources to protect young people experiencing homelessness and your #vote can make a huge impact. Learn more here: https://larkinstreetyouth.org/get-out-the-vote-2020/

Our very own DJ Carlos G is providing musical sets for our Mask Parade Celebration on Oct. 30. Sign up or donate to attend! #maskparadesf #endyouthhomelessness https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org/ca/mask-parade/c297632

Our Fall Newsletter is out! Get your updates on the work to #endyouthhomelessness, which local propositions we're supporting, info on our upcoming events and more! https://larkinstreetyouth.org/a-message-from-sherilyn-2020/

Jimmy Martinez II aka JNY:V is one of our youth performers at the #MaskParade celebration on Oct 30! He has been performing since he was 10! He is currently part of the rap group Vampire Clan. Donate or register today to join us! #maskparadesf https://donate.larkinstreetyouth.org/ca/mask-parade/c297632