Booker T. Washington

Booker T. Washington Community Service Center (BTWCSC) has served residents of San Francisco's Western Addition since 1921.

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This year, 3rd St. welcomed 52 new participants to our College Jump program! We're guiding students to college with career exploration, college apps, financial aid, & more. Plus, we’ve expanded to the Southeast Community Center to reach more in BVHP!

#WeAre3rdStreetYouth

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Our BTWCSC Youth came together to enjoy dinner, play in the bouncy house, play carnival games and celebrate the end of another incredible school year here at the center.

#WeAreBookerT #BookerTthePlaceToBe

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Join Ms. Billie Cooper, activist & community member, in our new Trans/Gender-Nonconforming Support Group on the 1st & 3rd Thurs. of every month 10a- 11:30a. This space centers Black older adults that identify as trans, gender nonconforming, nonbinary, 2-spirit & allies.

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Congratulations Chef Fernay of Minnie Bell’s for opening her flagship SF spot in the Fillmore! Supporting Black-owned businesses strengthens our community and celebrates diversity. Swing by for amazing fried chicken! 🍗🎉

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Our K-8 students learned about some of the wildflower plants that are native to San Francisco, and even got to plant their own seeds thanks to our friends at @SFinBloom!

#WeAreBookerT

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The results are in! We are excited to share that guests at @Target stores cast 84,278 votes to Booker T. Washington Community Service Center. Thank you to everyone who took the time to support our mission, by casting their votes at Target stores!

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Join us for the next Estate Planning 101 with @HERAdvocates June 13th from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM! HERA will present information on various estate planning topics, followed by Q+A and a chance for one-on-one consultations.

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Celebrating Mama's Day, our talented youth made personalized portrait pots! They decorated terracotta pots, added photos, drew flowers, and added their flair. The result? Gorgeous, heartfelt gifts full of creativity and love. 🌸❤️

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The Center will be closed from Monday, June 3rd to Friday, June 7th for staff development. Please see the resource guide in our link in bio for assistance during this closure. We look forward to seeing you on Monday, June 10th!

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Our E.D. Shakirah visited #McKinleyElementary's talented 5th grade class to share some strategies for success as they prepare to start middle school next semester:
✅ Find Your Anchor
✅ Take Care of Yourself
✅ Be a Helper
Thank you for having us!
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Last month's Healthy Street Pop-Up, hosted by @UCSF_BHI, was a huge success! From health screenings to valuable resources, the event brought the community together for a day of wellness and support. Stay tuned for upcoming Healthy Street Pop-Ups!

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Celebrate local Black-owned businesses at #Juneteenth on the Waterfront on Saturday, June 1! Join @Foodwise @MegaBlackSF @SFPort @SFHumanRights & more for a day of delicious food, crafts & community at the Ferry Plaza. Entry is free! 💚💛❤️ https://t.co/1mCHJGfrdw

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This space centers Black older adults that identify as Trans & Gender Non-conforming.

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Celebrate good times, come on! We had a blast at the @btwcsc End of School Celebration—especially in our new 360 photobooth. Thanks to all who came out, and cheers to a school year of MAGIC 🎉🎈🎇

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We are honored to be one of the four state-wide organizations awarded the Equity Community Organizing (ECO) Group Grant, with generous support from @Thescanfndtn, @chcfnews, & @Mettafund. Stay tuned for more information about this incredible ECO Group Grant’s initiative!

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The Center will be closed on Monday, May 27th, in observance of Memorial Day. Please see the resource guide in our link in bio for assistance during this closure. We look forward to seeing you Tuesday, May 28th!

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Our 6-week sound healing journey with Nekia Wright, a certified traditional African healer, offering profound sessions blending mindfulness, movement, and sacred sounds from Black and Indigenous cultures. 🎶✨

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Our after school youth had so much fun visiting @RecParkSF's #PresidioTunnelTops’ Field Station. Thank you, #PresidioSF, for the fun behind-the-scenes STEM experience and sensory scavenger hunt! #WeAreBookerT #BookerTThePlaceToBe

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Our Intergenerational Cooking Class, led by Jake & Ron, was a culinary journey! Bridging generations, honoring diverse food traditions, and uniting JBH residents in a vibrant exchange of knowledge. #BookerTThePlaceToBe #WeAreBookerT

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Booker T. is a beacon of Black joy and self-determination, uplifting our community with grace. Join us in building intergenerational bonds & working with allied communities to reform & reimagine a more inclusive SF. We're hiring for multiple positions! https://t.co/5QLCfZCTjZ