A Night to Remember: 23rd Annual Spring Benefit

The room was stunning, a perfect setting for what would be an unforgettable evening. Just before the guests arrived, the dedicated team behind the scenes, including Board President/Event Chair Janine Moss, MC/Board speaker Stanley Morris, Auctioneer Juliette Vara, and Food Committee Chair Susan Daniloff, huddled in the corner, ensuring every detail was aligned.

As the band, Pride and Joy, did their soundcheck, volunteers gathered themselves, readying for their duties for the night. At 6:00pm, the doors at the iconic Bimbo's 365 Club opened, marking the start of our 23rd Spring Benefit. Guests flooded in, greeted warmly by Board Members Jeanne Milligan and Kathleen Emma, and were welcomed with a glass of champagne.

The atmosphere was electric as old friends and new guests mingled, enjoying a fun Friday night in support of North Beach Citizens. The evening was made even more special with a scrumptious meal by Gourmet Catering and beautiful tables adorned with gorgeous bouquets.

As the program began, auctioneer Juliette kicked off an exciting bidding war for our main auction lots, raising an incredible $43,000 in just the auction alone. Executive Director Kristie Fairchild then welcomed client Barry to share his inspiring journey, from homelessness to finding permanent housing thanks to the efforts of Intensive Case Manager Leona Alcorn.

Paddles were raised high throughout the Fund-A-Need, and the event raised a total of $407,000 in support of our essential program. It was a true triumph, showcasing the incredible generosity and support of our community.

The night culminated in a dance floor filled with collective effervescence, as Pride and Joy commanded the stage, playing masterfully to the tunes of Bruno Mars, Earth, Wind & Fire, and other R&B classics.

It was a wonderful night filled with a truly great community spirit. To everyone who attended, supported, and contributed to the success of the event, thank you. Your generosity will make a lasting impact on the programs of North Beach Citizens.

Addressing Homelessness: Insights from and Evening Salon Series

Our newest member of the Board of Directors, Stanley Morris, recently extended a warm welcome to attendees at our evening salon series featuring esteemed guest speakers, Dr. Margot Kushel and San Francisco Chronicle journalist, Kevin Fagan. The event provided a platform for a deep dive into the complex issue of homelessness and shed light on potential solutions.

Dr. Kushel is the Director of the UCSF Benioff Homelessness and Housing Initiative, took the stage to discuss her groundbreaking work on the largest representative study of homelessness since the 1990s Her research delves into who experiences homelessness, the reasons behind their homelessness, the challenges they face while living without housing, and the obstacles they encounter when trying to regain stable housing.

Kevin Fagan, a renowned journalist with two decades of experience covering homelessness in San Francisco, served as the moderator for the evening. He shared his unique perspective, gained from embedding himself in encampments and shelters to understand firsthand the daily struggles faced by those experiencing homelessness. He reflected that during this time he visited NB Citizens and heard from others on the streets who found the organization was incomparable because of its compassion and kindness given to those who come through the drop-in centers’ door. Over the years, his in-depth reporting has been invaluable in raising awareness and understanding among his readers.

Kristie Fairchild, our dedicated Executive Director for over 20 years, connected the data and extensive studies presented during the event to the everyday experiences of the clients of North Beach Citizens. She also outlined the model of service used by the staff to effectively improve individuals' health and help them find stability, in an atmosphere of trust, integrity, and respect.

A resounding consensus emerged from the discussions: housing is the solution to homelessness. Dr. Kushel emphasized that San Francisco possesses the knowledge and capability to house even those facing the most significant challenges, but it requires collective will and determination to achieve this goal. She presented the BHHI policy recommendations and an executive summary of her study, highlighting the critical steps needed to address this humanitarian crisis, not only in San Francisco but nationwide.

The evening salon series provided an illuminating glimpse into the multifaceted issue of homelessness and the urgent need for action. It's a reminder that by working together, we can make strides toward ending homelessness and ensuring that everyone has a safe and stable place to call home.

WATCH EVENING RECORDINGA North Beach Citizens Salon Series with Dr. Margot Kushel

A Fall Evening Affair-A Heartwarming Event in Support of our Programs

North Beach Citizens enjoyed a remarkable evening of warmth and generosity held at the San Francisco Italian Athletic Club with our 170 guests. The atmosphere was nothing short of magical, bathed in the soft, amber glow that filled the room with music by the Lavay Smith Trio setting the tone for an unforgettable evening of joy and camaraderie.
Susan and Matt Mackowski, graciously donated wines just bottled from their vineyard in Sonoma. The thoughtfully curated wines added a touch of sophistication to the affair, perfectly complementing the overall ambiance.
Ruth Yankoupe, our mistress of ceremonies, was nothing short of fantastic. Her charisma and enthusiasm guided the evening's proceedings with grace and charm, adding to the overall sense of community and togetherness.

The true highlight of the evening was the touching and inspiring story of Greg S., one of our cherished clients. Greg shared his journey of struggle and redemption, revealing that he had spent over 15 years living on the streets. His story took a remarkable turn after engaging with our case management services. That very day he signed his first lease for permanent, affordable housing, a momentous milestone. He had utilized our stabilization program prior to receiving his very own keys, and he was so happy and thankful for our support.
Greg's story is a testament to the incredible impact that compassionate support can have on the lives of those in need. Through the dedication of our team and the support of our donors, we can help individuals like Greg find stability and, most importantly, rediscover the joy in their lives.
Last holiday season, we had the privilege of sending Greg home to celebrate with his family for the first time in over a decade. Greg's deep gratitude for North Beach Citizens mirrors our own gratitude for individuals like him, who inspire us to continue our mission with renewed determination.
As we reflect on this heartwarming evening, we are reminded that each act of kindness, each donation, and each moment of shared humanity brings us one step closer to a world where everyone can find stability and joy. We thank you for your support and look forward to continuing our journey of compassion and empowerment in the days to come.

Compassion vs Pity and Despair

With a national conversation and negative news stories about the crisis of homelessness on the streets of San Francisco, North Beach Citizens' commitment to our clients grows stronger. As our banners in the community proclaim-Compassion is at the Heart of our Action. What does this really mean? The passage below eloquently represents one of the main tenets of how the staff is guided through our critical work every day on behalf of our unhoused clients.

Compassion vs Pity and Despair

The near enemy of compassion is pity. Instead of feeling the openness of compassion, pity says “Oh, that poor person. I feel sorry for people like that” Pity sees them as different from ourselves. It sets up a separation between ourselves and others, a sense of distance and remoteness from the suffering of others that is affirming and gratifying to the self. Compassion, on the other hand, recognizes the suffering of another as a reflection of our own pain: “I understand this; I suffer in the same way.” It is empathetic, a mutual connection with the pain and sorrow of life. Compassion is shared suffering.

Another enemy of compassion is despair. Compassion does not mean immersing ourselves in the suffering of others to the point of anguish. Compassion is the tender readiness of the heart to respond to one’s own or another’s pain without despair, resentment, or aversion. It is the wish to dissipate suffering. Compassion embraces those experiencing sorrow, and eliminates cruelty from the mind. by Jack Kornfield

Our values in addressing individuals' needs in an atmosphere of trust, integrity, and respect is crucial to our work and to our success. Food, housing, and stability are the essential offerings we provide in partnership with the community.  

Facciamo Festa!

Facciamo Festa! “Let’s Party” was the theme of this year’s 22nd Annual Spring Benefit which brought together neighbors, families, and friends. Guests gathered on the terrazza of Saints Peter & Paul Church for cocktail hour to enjoy French 75’s and bourbon on the rocks, donated by Vesuvio Cafe, and delicious, passed appetizers. The Cosmo Alleycats trio ushered guests down the red carpet before lighting up the main dining room with some swinging rhythms.

Guests moved into a beautifully decorated tent hung with long chandeliers for a family style meal complete with overflowing antipasto, crisp Caesar salads, and an assortment of delicious main courses. Of course, Coppola wine was flowing!

One of NBC’s clients, Debra, shared her story of working with North Beach Citizens to find supportive housing and stability. Mistress of Ceremonies, Ruth Yankoupe, returned to lead our auction and Fund-A-Need efforts. The money raised during the event directly impacts the lives of people living in extreme poverty and helps us implement new initiatives that address the pressing challenges our clients face each day.

The evening was a big success and did not disappoint this North Beach crowd with plenty of dancing, photo booth fun, and late-night espressos.

A successful community fundraiser at Eco Terreno Urban Tasting Room

On February 23, 2023 fifty guests attended an exclusive cocktail and conversation event hosted by our new North Beach business the Eco Terreno Urban Tasting Room on Columbus Avenue. Our host Dawn Agnew created a wine and food pairing curated by their Executive Chef, Joe Ball.  They featured three wines from their portfolio a Rosé, Chardonnay, and Cabernet Sauvignon. Each of the wines highlighted the Biodynamic, organic, and regenerative farming philosophy of Eco Terreno. Our guests included Alice Waters, Gorretti Lui, and Helen Hilton Raiser who were all moved by our client James Kafka’s story of working with North Beach Citizens from homelessness to housed and his gratefulness for our work on his behalf. It was James’s birthday and the whole crowd broke out into a birthday song for him making him blush with joy. Our sponsors for the evening were Claudine Cheng, Brenda Jewett, and Henrik Jones who shared with the crowd why they support the organization and impact we make on the clients we serve.

Executive Director interviewed on CNN

Our Executive Director was interviewed on CNN after a few blocks away from North Beach Citizens’, an art gallery owner sprayed a woman sitting on the curb with a hose in an effort to move her. This type of behavior is deplorable and an injustice against our unhoused neighbors. 
 
In situations like this the general public can feel the system has failed. However, in the midst of tragedy, there is always hope. Since this incidence, our hope has been renewed by people across the United States, and across the world, who have reached out to offer their assistance, to donate to our mission, and to share their humanity. As of now the woman in the video is safe and is receiving medical care.

The City is faced with the opportunity to structure better solutions so that the public health workers on the ground, that we call upon for those in dire need, can be effectively helped and are supported by the resources available.  As we move forward, we reaffirm our commitment  to working with the community to make sure clients are treated with dignity and respect.

Fall Event Big Success at Bimbo's 365 Club

As guests walked into the iconic Bimbo’s 365 Club they were greeted with passed champagne and the live Jazz trio in the lounge area. As everyone bellied up to the bar the chatter started to rise as people passed along the tip to look for the “lady in the fishbowl”, the legendary naked mermaid that is a hologram up from below the club where her live performance is occurring. Everyone was exhaling from the Tuesday mid-term elections, and the holiday’s started to come into vision with a celebratory feel in the air. The cocktail hour was extended as the community mingled into conversations and found themselves behind the pop-up photo booth striking a pose. A three-course meal followed a touching program featuring our client James K. who was kind enough to join Kristie on stage to say thank you to the donors for helping him and his dogs get off the streets. Ruth Yankoupe, as the Fund-A-Need instigator, was on the floor encouraging the donors to raise their paddles in support of the work that helps so many people-and they did so overwhelmingly! With Ruth at the helm the fundraising goal of the night was surpassed within the first 20 minutes of the event. Therefore, the whole night was opened to dancing to the Cosmo AlleyCats which struck up the band and got people out on the dance floor. It was a fantastic event, and some guests have said maybe even “the best”.

North Beach Citizens Welcomes New Board President

Janine Moss

“Her creative dedication and skill come together to lead us into a new year, with new ideas.”

A few words from our longest serving, fellow board member Jeanne Milligan welcoming Janine. 

“I have been a board member, almost from the inception of North Beach Citizens, and it has been thrilling to watch this organization grow under Kristie Fairchild’s programming as Executive Director.

Another great pleasure has been to watch board members join this organization with their engagement and energy supporting the NBC vision; the new President of the BOD, Janine Moss,  is one of those outstanding members.

Her creative dedication and skill come together to lead us into a new year, with new ideas.

Not only is she the owner of a  fully demanding, and much respected architectural business, but she has applied all those added business skills to her dedication to NBC.

Janine answers to the highest values and has  proved to be amazingly consistent and loyal.  AND, she executes this work with added grace and determination.”

Welcome Janine!

A Fantastic, Exclusive Performance Fundraiser at Club Fugazi hosted on Thursday, August 18th!

North Beach Citizens’ guests after the event enjoying seeing one another and sharing their enthusiasm for the amazing performance.

Club Fugazi hosted North Beach Citizens donors at the updated acrobatic theater show in support of our programs to help our community in need, and over 100 guests took advantage of this offering.

The show casts itself as a valentine to the city, incorporating readings of actual love letters to the city, some anonymous, some from celebrities, some from each night’s audience members. Often, these charming missives segue cleverly into acts. A letter that reads, “Thank you for being the place I felt safe to come out,” inspires a hand-to-trap (short for hand-to-trapeze, a form that Carroll invented) sequence with non-heterosexual pairings and throuplings.

Seeing circus in an intimate venue means you can appreciate anew how much strength and discipline and grace goes into each effect — the way acrobats mount a trapeze with seemingly little more than a held breath, a glance upward and a wish for it; the way pectorals and even facial muscles twitch when one performer hoists two others on his shoulders; the way diaphragms pump in search of more oxygen.

Montreal-based The 7 Fingers is one of the largest contemporary circus troupes, providing a stripped-down version that retains the breathtaking essence of acrobatics, modern dance, and some obscure circus art like the Chinese pole, Korean plank, and hoop diving. The creators behind this spectacle include The 7 Fingers co-founders and Bay Area locals Shana Carroll and Gypsy Snider and they smartly frame the tableaus with the history of San Francisco represented through local music, video projections and the Beat poets of the 50's and 60's.

Annual Spring Event a Huge Success!

At the iconic Sts. Peter and Paul Church on Washington Square park a tent was decorated with colorful lanterns and string lights with Spring colors spun around making a fun welcoming back for the guests to an in-person event celebrating the work of North Beach Citizens for the community for the last 21 years.

The red carpet greeted our guests including: the Honorable Mayor Willie Brown, Supervisor Aaron Peskin, Deputy Chief of SFPD David Lazar, neighborhood icons Al Ribaya, Filcka McGurrin, Claudine Cheng, Janet Clyde, and many other of our creative artists and leaders.

The cocktail hour was a cheerful reunion of the neighborhood enjoying cocktails by Vesuvio’s Cafe of Negroni’s and a pink blush chilled wine by Eco Terreno.

Our Mistress of Ceremonies Ruth Yankoupe, excited the crowd with 2 special offerings which were auctioned to the highest bidder. One was a chef prepared meal and wine pairing donated by Eco Terreno Wines who is opening a new tasting room on Columbus Avenue. The young man at table 14 could not stop raising his bid card for his parents to enjoy a fun evening out. He then continued to bid up the second item donated by Kathy Barger of a fabulous Mexican Villa.

The guests then enjoyed a buffet dinner by Fraiche Catering as Jazz pianist Mike Lipskin began to entertain the crowd, and after meal coffee donated by Hole in Wall Coffee(HITW) who also brought some fun liquor to add including Chartreuse.

Street Beautification Program: Stability Creates Lasting Change

Former Street Beautification team member Roger cleaning in front of iconic North Beach spot Caffe Trieste. After years of service with North Beach Citizens, he now has full-time union employment.

One of the greatest challenges facing San Francisco is helping extremely low-income people find their way off the streets and out of homelessness. At North Beach Citizens we work every day to help our clients understand the root causes of their homelessness and help them find the stability needed to avoid falling back into homelessness.  

Our proven model of creating stability in the lives of our clients yields excellent results that could easily be implemented in communities around the country.

It all starts with our drop-in center where we intake new clients. Monday through Friday, from 9:00am – 4:00pm, we open our doors and make ourselves available to anyone in need. We help clients, new and old, and work with them to secure the basics like government-issued ID, healthcare, benefits, dental care, and even mental health support. Once a client makes a connection with North Beach Citizens, our goal is to provide the continual support they need to stay housed and rebuild their lives.

One of our most successful programs to create stability for our clients is our Street Beautification Team. The program, which we started in 2003, provides clients with the routine of a daily work schedule, stipends for groceries, and a sense of pride in giving back to their community.

Here’s how it works: Monday through Friday, from 1:00-1:30pm with our program supervisor, active clients come to our office and grab their cleaning supplies and equipment. Our team, with a familiarity of the district, determines the areas that need to be cleaned. Once ready, our clients dedicate an hour and a half to collect trash, sweep, and beautify our historic North Beach corridors. In many cases, clients already know their way around the neighborhood because of their time living on the streets. As a result, many individuals like to take ownership of their former areas and they make connections with neighbors and businesses, building a sense of community for all.

Eventually, some stabilized clients will “graduate” and use the routine, skills, and experience they have acquired to start a full-time job. For those that don’t move on to employment, the weekly schedule of cleaning the streets provides our counselors with a way to check-in and see clients every day and make sure they don’t fall back into homelessness due to ongoing medical and mental health challenges.

Street Beautification volunteer Ralph, who uses his experience with North Beach Citizens and presence in the community to reach out to those experiencing homelessness and bring them to our doors.

 To ensure the Street Beautification Teams are effective, we keep record of how many bags of trash they collect each day. Annually, our team collects 13,000 bags of trash off the streets! And each team member is trained to serve as our eyes and ears, letting us know about problem areas and issues such as illegal dumping. That way, we can work with 3-1-1 and the city’s Department of Public Works to remove the trash and ensure North Beach is clean and vibrant for neighbors and tourists alike.

 On any given day, we average 10-11 clients that come in to help clean the community. Thanks to a grant from the City’s Office of Economic and Workforce Development, we are able to offer a stipend for our volunteers’ efforts beautifying the neighborhood.

 Over the years, we’ve seen the transformative impact the Street Beautification Program has in stabilizing people’s lives. People like Raymond, our military veteran client that has a standing offer from Caffe Trieste for a free cup of coffee as a token of gratitude for his hard work cleaning their block…or Ralph, one of our longest tenured clients who uses the program to entice people to seek help and get off the streets…Or Roger, our wonderful client that now has a union job at Safeway after a stint with the street beautification program.

 What we have learned after 21 years is that stability is built through devoted community work. To achieve success and help people transition out of homelessness, it’s vital that the relationships we establish with clients are built on trust, integrity, and respect - because our work is far from over. The path to self-sufficiency and stabilization is long, but it is inspiring to share in the success of our clients as they rebuild their lives. For many of our clients, the one constant on their journey is that our door is always open and our team is always available when people need help.

North Beach Citizens’ Housing Programs Prevent Evictions and Create Permanent Solutions to Homelessness

It can take several visits to the food pantry before we earn the trust of someone experiencing homelessness. But over time, our caseworkers listen to identify ways in which we can improve an individual’s situation and set them up with a plan and a path to housing. During these conversations, our team at North Beach Citizens uses compassion to establish trust, dignity, and respect with our clients –an essential step in helping people get housed.

After gaining a better understanding of a client’s situation, in many cases, we identify them as a candidate for Social Security Disability benefits. In fact, 68% of our clients qualify for Social Security Disability Insurance benefits. However, nearly 70% of their initial claims are denied.  This appeal process can sometimes last over two years!  Our Transitional Housing Program ensures that these disabled individuals do not have to live on the streets while awaiting benefits that they qualify for – and we work to ensure their paperwork is in order while we advocate to expedite the appeal process.

Another situation we frequently see are people that experience a financial hardship and end up with an eviction notice. The reality is that many clients we encounter are just one missed check away from experiencing homelessness. With that in mind, we prevent evictions by providing one-time grants to pay clients’ owed back-rent. To qualify for this grant, our clients must demonstrate that they will be able to pay their rent going forward. This aspect of our housing work is vital because preventing homelessness in the first place is the easiest way to reduce homelessness.

Our Case Managers assisting three of our clients sign the lease to their new rooms. Between those three clients they had experienced over thirty five years of chronic homelessness, and through our assistance they are now all permanently housed.

Here’s another way we help: imagine someone who has been living on the street finally secures housing for the first time, but are prevented from moving in because they cannot afford the first month’s rent and security deposit.  Our move-in fund can make the difference between someone accepting a housing opportunity or remaining homeless. Through our fund, we provide that critical first month’s rent and security deposit. We also have established relationships with other non-profits that help by providing clients with move-in items and furniture.

At North Beach Citizens, we believe a successful crisis response not only addresses the immediate crisis of homelessness, it also helps create longer-term stability by connecting people with permanent housing. Stopping homelessness before it happens is achieved by using our proven, evidence-based homelessness prevention strategies. Our goal is always to prevent our clients from escalating episodic, short-term homelessness into chronic homelessness, because that has a huge positive multiplier effect across the system.

A recent client success story demonstrates the effectiveness of our approach: 

Before the pandemic when rental assistance was harder to access, Ken, a local community member, came to us. He was bartending full-time, making ends meet, but had recently suffered a motorcycle accident.  He was reluctant to ask for help, but had nowhere else to turn.  Overwhelmed, he shared his story, and we took the time to listen. We made a phone call to his landlord to prove that we would assist him in paying the back rent he owed. That day we were able to provide him with the amount he owed. He returned to work, got back on his feet, and is now a productive community member once again.

At the end of the day, listening and compassion lead to trust, dignity, respect - and in the case of our clients, housing and long-term stability.

Join us for our 21st Annual Benefit: Festa di Primavera!

We are excited to finally unveil the posters for our upcoming spring event La Festa Di Primavera! This event has long been a staple of the North Beach community and we can’t wait to welcome everybody back to Sts. Peter and Paul church on Sunday, April 24th.

Our Annual Spring Benefit is quickly approaching! This celebratory event, Festa di Primavera, will be tented on the terrazza of Saints Peter & Paul Church from 4:00 to 8:00 pm. Sponsorship opportunities and general ticket sales are available now! For over two decades, this festive event has brought together neighbors, families, and friends to share a delicious meal while raising money to provide the critical funding we need to service our homeless and low-income clients.

We can't wait to see everybody there in celebration of our 21st year of serving hope, compassion, and generosity in our community.

North Beach Citizens’ Food Pantry Provides a Warm Meal and Hope to Homeless and Extremely Low-Income Members of our Community.

One of our case management staff bonds with our client, Robin, at our Wednesday food pantry day. This past year Robin obtained permanent, affordable housing with the help of our advocacy.

At North Beach Citizens, our focus is finding lasting solutions to homelessness for our clients. Many times, this process begins through our offering meals through our food program.

 Every week our food pantry provides nourishment that many have lacked while living on the street. But more importantly, our pantry builds the trust between clients and staff that empowers them to create stability in their lives.

 Monday through Friday, our food pantry provides a touch point for our homeless and low-income clients to receive nutritious food, clothes, and essential hygiene products. On Wednesdays, our partners at SF Marin Food Bank bring us over one ton of groceries that our volunteers transform into over one hundred individual grocery bags. While our daily lunches provide critical nutrition to our homeless clients, our grocery program meets the needs of our North Beach and Chinatown’s low-income community who have kitchens and cook for their families. 

Our volunteer James bringing food from SF-Marin Food Bank. The produce he brings will be turned into individual meals that will feed hundreds of homeless and low-income clients.

Serving over seven hundred clients a year through our food pantry program is no small task. Luckily, we have an incredible team of staff, volunteers and community partners that allow us to provide food in an environment of trust, integrity, and respect. Our food pantry coordinator, Casey, knows every client by name and her kindness makes our clients feel safe and supported as they receive our services. One of our volunteers, James, is an essential member of our team as he drives to SF Marin Food Bank throughout the week and picks up nutritious items that we are then able to provide to our homeless clients with our daily lunches. Food Runners, a community partner, brings us prepared meals donated by local restaurants and caterers that we are able to give out to a population that enjoys receiving fresh food.

 What makes North Beach an important resource for our clients is not just nutritional support – it’s the sense of community that we create with it. There are so many small gestures of kindness from around the neighborhood that make such an impact. Bob’s Donuts sends someone every Wednesday to bring fresh donuts to our clients as they wait in line. James, our incredible volunteer, brings home baked goods that his daughter spends hours every week baking for the communities we serve. During the holidays we organize volunteer events to ensure that North Beach and Chinatown’s homeless and low-income individuals get to participate in the holidays through themed-meals and gift bags.

 So many people trust North Beach Citizens as a place they know they can always get a meal. Knowing where the next meal comes from provides a sense of stability that empowers the people we serve to start navigating lasting solutions to the problems they face. Food serves as the gateway for people to open up and put their trust in us, and seek transformational help – beyond their next meal.

The Revolving Door: A Podcast by Lizzy Schuth

Our incredible volunteer Lizzy sat down with Kristie and two of our clients to discuss the relationship between incarceration and homelessness. Lizzy is a high school student who has been volunteering with us for some time, and this insightful podcast is a product of the empathy she has shown our clients.

Exclusive Sunday October 10th Benefit Performance from The 7 Fingers at Club Fugazi

Excitement is building as the world-famous 7 Fingers collective is set to start their residency at Club Fugazi. The group is loved around the world, and have performed everywhere from Broadway to Olympic ceremonies.

North Beach Citizens is excited have them host an exclusive benefit performance of their new show “Dear San Francisco: A High-Flying Love Story.” The performance will be on October 10th at 6:30 pm.

Tickets and Sponsorships are available at northbeachcitizens.org/events

The Kitchen Sisters produce a podcast with founder Francis Ford Coppola

An in-depth interview with Francis Ford Coppola, Kristie Fairchild, staff and clients of North Beach Citizens and the organization’s founding story and the impact it has had on homeless and low-income individuals in San Francisco.

Video Tribute From Assemblymember David Chiu

We are honored to share this touching video tribute to our 20 years of service in the community by California Assemblymember David Chiu who states that “Every neighborhood needs a North Beach Citizens.” 

We’re excited to see everyone this evening, April 21st, for our 20th Anniversary Virtual Spring Event!

All are welcome! Feel free to invite your family and friends attend. You can attend the Livestream Event by clicking here. The Pre-Show begins at 5:30 PM and our Virtual Spring Event starts promptly at 6:00 PM. 

Enjoy the video!

Sponsor Our Spring Event by April 2nd to Receive Your Sachetto of Italian Goodies

Our wonderful event committee has created a beautiful and entertaining evening for you to enjoy!  Please join us in celebrating our 20th Anniversary, and pledge your sponsorship to support North Beach Citizens’ Virtual Spring Event.

 To our sponsors who RSVP by Friday, April 2nd, you will receive a hand-delivered sacchetto filled with Italian specialities and wine to enjoy the night of the event.

North Beach Citizens’ Virtual Spring Event Menu

Fragrant Spiced Nuts, Mediterranean Kalamata Olives, Crisp and Delicate Extra Virgin Olive Oil Grissini

Family Coppola Meatball Recipe, Full-flavored Dried Spaghetti, Roasted Italian Tomatoes, Hand-harvested Calabrian Dried Oregano Branches, Aged Parmigiano Reggiano Wedge

Decadent XOX Chocolate Truffles, Crunchy Aromatic Biscotti from Chez Panisse, Coppola Family Winery Director’s Cut Cabernet Sauvignon Wine

* Sacchetto contents based on Sponsorship Level

  Tickets and sponsorship are available at: www.northbeachcitizens.org/events