CCSC May 2026 Update: Gala Prep, Chinatown Mural Tour, AAPI Heritage Month and Summer Camp

A group of volunteers and CCSC staff with Supervisor Danny Sauter in orange safety vests poses on a city street, holding litter pickers and bags. Red lanterns hang above in Chinatown, where CCSC is doing a street cleanup and mural tour. Smiling faces indicate a positive mood.

As we head into May, CCSC is actively preparing for our 43rd Annual Gala on September 25, 2026 at Far East Cafe. We’ve also been out in the community, attending events across San Francisco to share our programs and connect with partners.

This past month, we completed our first Chinatown mural tour and neighborhood cleanup and unveiled our own mural funded by Avenue Greenlight. We are also honored to have received several certificates of recognition, including one from the San Francisco Board of Supervisors.

In May, we celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month and continue preparing for the start of our summer camp.

Thank you for all of your support!

Save the Date:

CCSC Annual Gala on September 25th

Save the date for CCSC’s 43rd Annual Gala on September 25, 2026 at Far East Cafe in San Francisco. This special evening will bring together supporters, partners and community members to celebrate our work and the impact we have made together.

We will honor past board members Dr. Dennis Chew, Ms. May Ann Wong, Mr. Michael Kay and Mr. William Lee for their lasting contributions. Guests can look forward to great food, entertainment, raffle and more. Further details will be shared soon.

Successful Chinatown Mural Tour

Volunteers in orange vests clean streets with kids. Dancers in green costumes perform indoors. Community event, festive lanterns, and smiles. Photos include Supervisor Danny Sauter, CCSC staff, Avenue Greenlight staff, volunteers and performers for the Chinatown mural tour and street cleanup event.

Our Chinatown mural tour and cleanup was a vibrant community event celebrating art, culture and neighborhood pride. We unveiled CCSC’s new mural, Bridge of Hope, funded by Avenue Greenlight, and led a guided tour of murals throughout Chinatown.

The event also included live cultural entertainment and Chinese food, bringing people together in a lively, festive atmosphere. Along the way, we were glad to cross paths with Danny Sauter, who joined briefly and took photos with the group.

OEWD Shout-out for Annual Senior Food Giveaway Event

Thankful for the shout-out from the SF Office of Workforce & Economic Development! We're so glad our culinary students could help our seniors again this year by making them delicious meals. Also grateful that the Mayor and our Supervisor stopped by (among many other supporters).

Honors Received

Certificate of Honor for Charity Cultural Services Center by San Francisco Board of Supervisors. Features City Hall and signature.

We are grateful to receive these recognitions from the City and County of San Francisco Board of Supervisors and the Community Employment Day organizers. These acknowledgments reflect the collective efforts of our staff, participants and partners, and reinforce our commitment to serving San Francisco’s diverse communities.

Certificate for "San Francisco's 26th Annual Community Employment Day" awarded to Charity Cultural Services Center for participation in 2026.

Met with Farming Hope & CHEFS

Staff from CCSC, CHEFS and Farming Hope smiling in front of a colorful flower wall. One person shows a peace sign. The mood is cheerful and relaxed.

So glad our friends from other culinary programs, Farming Hope & CHEFS (Episcopal Community Services of San Francisco (ECS)), stopped by, took a tour of our facilities and had a chat with us yesterday. Learning from each other.

IHSS Visit

A big thank you to IHSS (In-Home Supportive Services) for coming to our center to tell our students about their employment opportunities. Great seeing you!

Community Outreach

A crowded job fair with people browsing tables. A smiling woman stands by a booth with brochures. Diverse attendees converse and read flyers.

Strong community connections are at the heart of CCSC’s mission. Through ongoing outreach, we share information about our programs and services while building meaningful relationships with local organizations and community partners.

We hope to connect with you at the following events this month:

May 1, 11am-3pm, TLGBQ Job Fair, 1800 Market Street

May 1, 10am-2pm, Success Centers Mayday Hiring & Resource Fair, 1449 Webster St.

May 2, 11 am – 3 pm, Chow Fun SF, 20 Norton Street

May 7, 10am-1pm, Port of San Francisco Annual Trades Career Fair, Pier 50, Shed B

May 9, 10am-2pm, Chinatown Wellness Festival, Chinatown Rose Pak Station Upper Plaza, 943 Stockton St

May 12, 8am-4:30pm, Hep B Elimination Summit, UCSF Mission Bay Campus, Fisher Banquet Room

May 13, 10am-1pm, EDD Job Fair, 801 Turk Street

May 14, 11am-1pm, APRI Info Session at the Hub, 900 Innes Avenue

May 16, Southeast Asian New Year Celebration: Songkran Festival, Fulton Plaza (Civic Center)

Need an Event Space?

Decorated room with tables, orange chairs, and a "THANKS" banner. Flower and leaf decor on walls. Bookshelves and plants create a cozy vibe.

Host your next event in our newly renovated Chinatown space. Our building now features a modern, flexible venue available for rental, with a small kitchen, bathroom, open gathering area and a separate room for office use or small-group activities. With fresh updates and a welcoming atmosphere, the space is ideal for meetings, workshops, receptions and community events of about 40 people. Catering is also available. For rental details and availability, please email events@sfccsc.org .

CityBuild Construction Program

CityBuild Graduation May 12th!

Group of CityBuild graduates on stage, some holding certificates, smiling for photos. Dark curtain backdrop. Bright, joyful atmosphere.

We’re excited to celebrate our upcoming CityBuild class graduation on May 12. This milestone marks the hard work and dedication of our students as they prepare to enter the construction trades. We look forward to recognizing their achievements and supporting them as they take the next step in their careers.

Learn Construction with CityBuild

CityBuild students in neon vests sit at desks in a classroom with industrial signage. Hard hats and toolboxes are visible. Focused and attentive mood.

If you or someone you know is looking for a career in the construction industry, get in touch with us! Learn more about CityBuild here and contact us at info@sfccsc.org or fill out this interest form.

Employment Network Services

CityBuild flyer: "Get Help Finding Union Construction Work." Features two workers, details in multiple languages, event info, and contact details.

CityBuild Employment Network Services (ENS) is open at 801 Turk Street from 10 AM to 12 PM every Tuesday to support construction workers in career support and help finding open positions in construction.

Youth Programs

Summer Camp 2026!

Charity Cultural Services Center 2026 Summer Camp flyer. Details sessions, activities, and fees for 1st-6th graders. Includes QR code.

CCSC’s 2026 Summer Camp for rising 1st through 6th graders runs June 8 through August 7 at our Commercial Street location in San Francisco. Camp takes place Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm, with early drop-off and aftercare available. Students enjoy weekly field trips, English and math lessons, P.E., art and outdoor activities. Tuition is $120 per week. Sign up by scanning the QR code in the flyer above or go to bit.ly/ccsc-s26.

Support PK-5 Tutoring's GoFundMe!

A group of children and a youth tutor with papers sit around a table in a classroom in CCSCs tutoring program. Some kids chat, others read. Bright colors and backpacks are visible.

CCSC’s PK–5 Tutoring Program supports low-income and immigrant children in SF with bilingual tutoring. Our youth admin team, who are a team of passionate high school students looking to make an impact in youth literacy have put together this fundraiser for our tutoring program. There is a significant need for this program in San Francisco; less than one-third of third grade English learners are reading at grade level (The Frisc, March 2023). Every $500 funds a full year of support for a student like Adam, an ESL learner who gained confidence and found his voice through the program. Read more about him and donate here.

Culinary & Hospitality Programs

Wine Class

Our Wine Class has been a wonderful success, bringing participants together to learn and explore wine in a relaxed, welcoming environment. Led by an experienced Napa Valley winemaker, the class has helped attendees build confidence in understanding wine types, regions and tasting techniques, while also creating a fun and social learning experience. We’ve been thrilled to see such strong engagement and enthusiasm from participants throughout the program.

Students at SFO Job Fair

Two CCSC cooking class students stand smiling by a "Hiring Event" sign at SFO Business and Career Center for Flix hiring event. Background features orange and blue tones.

CCSC recently attended a job fair hosted by Flik Hospitality Group at San Francisco International Airport alongside students from our hospitality training programs. During the event, our team supported students as they explored job opportunities, helped them complete applications and provided real-time guidance through the interview process. With this support, students were able to speak directly with employers, practice their interview skills and apply for positions on the spot.

Four CCSC cooking class students posing in front of an orange "Business and Career Center" sign, smiling at SFO Flix hiring event. They hold envelopes and bags, dressed casually.

Hospitality Training Coming in the Fall

CCSC cooking class students in white uniforms and black hats prepare sushi in a kitchen. They hold seaweed and rice, focused and smiling, with a steel oven behind.

Our classes in cooking, bartending/barista and hospitality are in progress now and going great! If you or someone you know wants to sign up, we will start a new cohort of classes in the fall. No prior industry experience is necessary. Get more information in the information flyer below.

Community Announcements

APA Heritage Awards & Community Gala

The APA Heritage Awards & Community Gala is San Francisco’s signature kickoff to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Join us on Wednesday, May 6, 2026, starting at 5:30 PM at Herbst Theatre for the awards presentation, followed by a 7:00 PM gala reception at City Hall. The evening will honor community leaders, organizations, and AAPI youth making a lasting impact, and continues with cultural performances, Asian cuisine, and a citywide celebration. Register at apasf.org.

Bike & Roll to School Week

People in helmets and jackets walk and cycle in a city street. A person in a yellow vest with "Safe Routes to School" text stands nearby.

SFMTA is promoting Bike & Roll to School Week from May 4–8, encouraging students and families to bike, scoot, walk or roll to school together. Open to all ages and mobility types, the week celebrates active, healthy ways to get around while building community. Families can get involved by joining school events, helping organize activities or entering a student art contest with prizes. Sign up or learn more here: https://airtable.com/appOt2g4aj5Qte9Fm/shrk2xbkvHxSrs1kQ

Make a Contribution

Since 1983, we have helped thousands of youths, adults, and their families by giving them an opportunity to change their lives. We are empowering underserved and underprivileged communities to become self-sufficient through education, training, mentoring, case management, and job placement.

With your help, CCSC is able to continue to nurture and enrich the lives of the residents of San Francisco. Your generosity and support can make all the difference. Please donate today!