May Is for Mental Health Awareness, Mentorship, & Milestones at 3rd Street

This May, we’re shining a light on mental health awareness, celebrating the power of mentorship, and recognizing key milestones achieved by the young people we serve, the dedicated staff who show up every day, and the community members who are the heartbeat of 3rd Street.

Health Core Fellowship

A special shoutout to our Health Core Fellows, who are gaining hands-on experience in health education—this month, they’re learning CPR and are on track to become HIPAA-certified by the end of May. We’re excited to see them continue building skills that support both their personal growth and the wellness of their communities.

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SHEP Kicks Off for Summer

Our Summer Health Education Program (SHEP) is launching this month, and we’re excited to welcome a new group of young people into the space! This summer’s sessions will continue to focus on health and wellness, with discussions around topics like safety, nutrition, mental health, and more. We’re looking forward to a meaningful season of learning, connection, and growth with this year’s cohort.

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How Has 3rd Street Made a Difference in Your Life? As we continue to celebrate 20 years of uplifting young people in San Francisco—through housing support, health services, and mentorship—we want to hear from YOU! We’re collecting stories from youth and community members to help honor this milestone.

Simply reply to this email if you're open to sharing how 3rd Street has made a difference in your life!

Opportunities for All (OFA) Placement Update

We're thrilled to announce our continued partnership with the City and County of San Francisco through the Opportunities for All (OFA) initiative—a paid summer placement program designed to connect young people with meaningful work experiences. As a partner organization, 3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic will host youth whose interests align with our focus areas, including health, wellness, and community advocacy. We’re excited to welcome this summer’s cohort and support their continued growth and learning throughout the season.

Stay tuned—introductions to our new cohort are coming soon!

Our full-service primary health care clinic offers free youth physicals, referrals for specialists, STI treatment, rapid HIV testing/counseling, and pregnancy testing/counseling.

Youth Clinic Hours:

📅 Monday - Friday

🕐 1 pm - 5 pm

📞 Appointments and drop-ins welcome!

Any questions about our clinic or our free services? Visit https://3rdstyouth.org/, call us at (415) 822-1707, or drop by to say hello—we’re here to help!

Learn More About Our Clinic

At 3rd Street Youth Center & Clinic, youth are at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to offering services that align with their needs and empower them to build the lives they envision. Our space is designed to be safe and compassionate, allowing youth ages 12 to 24 to share openly without fear of judgment.

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To support and end homelessness for the young residents of Bayview Hunters Point and San Francisco; 3rd Street offers rapid re-housing, access to the City’s Coordinated Entry System, emergency housing vouchers, financial support to cover move-in costs, and housing-focused case management.To make an appointment, please email us at yap@3rdstyouth.org, or access these services at:

The Point, a one-stop-shop for all things housing at 5688 3rd Street, is just steps away from 3rd Street’s main clinic and program center.

The Cove, is our newest housing and resource access point at 800 Innes, located on the Hunters Point side of Bayview Hunters Point.

Learn More About Our Housing Services

With our partner, the San Francisco Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing, the Lower Polk TAY Navigation (Nav) Center is the only 24/7 facility specifically for transition aged youth (TAY) experiencing homelessness in the city.

📍 Located at 700 Hyde Street, the Nav offers:

🏠 Safe and comfortable housing with secure lockers

🍽️ Three daily meals plus snacks

📖 Personalized support with free counseling and case management

⭐ Health & wellness services

📚 Educational support for high school or college

💼 Employment preparation and job placement assistance

Learn More About Our Lower Polk TAY Navigation Center

We’re Hiring

Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people in San Francisco? We're hiring for several key roles at 3rd Street Youth!

💼 Chief Program Officer

⭐ Behavioral Health - Substance Use Counselor

🏠. Housing - Program Monitor

Explore Careers Opportunities at 3rd Street

Vegetable Voucher Program

We are so grateful for our friends at EatSF for being an incredible partner in helping us provide our community with access to fresh fruits and vegetables from local markets. 🥕🍎The EatSF Fruit and Vegetable Voucher Program gives residents the resources they need to lead healthier, more nourishing lives.

Thanks to their support, our community members can enjoy fresh, nutritious food while also supporting local businesses. Together, we’re building a healthier, stronger San Francisco.

In Case You Missed It: 2023–2024 Annual Report

Explore our 2023-2024 Annual Report and see how your support has transformed lives and communities. Together, we’re creating lasting impact—one step at a time.

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