826 Valencia Foundation
A San Francisco-based organization striving to improve marginalized students’ writing skills and to instill a passion for the literary arts.
Voice of Witness
A Bay Area organization producing book series of stories, testimonies, and oral narratives designed to “amplify the voices of people impacted by injustice, teach ethics-driven storytelling, and partner with human rights advocates” in order to raise awareness, build agency, and protect democratic principles.
Litquake
A San Francisco festival centered on “celebrating the written word” and sparking critical conversations in society, which provides a platform for emerging writers to gain publicity and share their work in front of very diverse audiences.
Los Cenzontles
A cultural arts academy in San Pablo, California, preserving Latino and Mexican culture and creating a sense of tradition and belonging through various educational programs, including arts and crafts, music, and dance.
SF JAzz
San Francisco’s non-profit and center devoted specifically to the promotion of jazz music, featuring concerts, festivals, and a multitude of education and outreach programs designed to celebrate “jazz as a living art form, built on a constantly evolving tradition.”