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BAWCC

Located in San Francisco's Tenderloin neighborhood, The Bay Area Women’s and Children’s Center (BAWCC) stands as a beacon of support and empowerment for low-income families, children, and women. Since its establishment in 1981, BAWCC has been dedicated to addressing the multifaceted needs of this diverse inner-city community.

Since 1981, the Bay Area Women’s and Children’s Center (BAWCC) has been a cornerstone of support for families in the Tenderloin community. For over 43 years, our Women’s Center has provided tutoring, clothing, food, and essential resources to those in need. We remain dedicated to adapting our services to address the evolving priorities of the community.

BAWCC is proud to have been responsible for opening the Tenderloin Community Elementary School in 1998, a milestone that highlights our dedication to the Tenderloin community. Since its inception, we have remained a committed partner, working alongside the school to support its students, families, and educators.

Today, we are reaffirming our mission by reallocating all available resources to the Tenderloin Community School. This strategic shift allows us to concentrate our efforts on addressing the unique needs of the school and its community, ensuring that we continue to provide meaningful and impactful support.

At the core of its mission, BAWCC offers a comprehensive range of direct services aimed at both immediate assistance and long-term stability for Tenderloin residents. These services include clothing, food assistance, educational services, case management and more.

In addition to its direct services, BAWCC actively engages in advocacy and planning initiatives. Through its advocacy efforts, BAWCC has influenced public policies and helped establish neighborhood institutions that have significantly improved the quality of life for thousands of families, children, and women in the Tenderloin area.

One of BAWCC’s remarkable achievements lies in its long-term projects, which have resulted in the development of essential infrastructure for the community. Notable examples include the construction of five playgrounds, a recreation center with an adjoining children’s playground, and a public elementary school equipped with a family center managed by BAWCC.

Overall, BAWCC’s holistic approach to community empowerment through direct services, advocacy, infrastructure development, and strategic partnerships underscores its commitment to fostering positive change and improving the lives of those it serves in the Tenderloin neighborhood and beyond.

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  • Location: Bay Area Women’s & Children’s Center
    627 Turk St., San Francisco, CA 94102

    Mailing Address: 166 Geary St., Suite 1500 #1436 San Francisco, CA 94108
  • Tel: (415) 474-2400

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Bay Area Women’s and Children’s Center is a 501 (C) (3) tax-exempt organization

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