CCSC's July Update

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There has been a lot happening at CCSC in recent weeks. We welcomed our newest Board member, Richard (Hoa) Cooc, Esq., connected with the community at outreach events across San Francisco, celebrated the return of the Dragon Boat Festival and kicked off another exciting Summer Camp filled with fun and educational field trips.

With so much happening this summer, we are also looking ahead to CCSC's 43rd Annual Gala on September 18, 2026. We hope you'll join us for this special evening of celebration and support. Thank you for being part of the CCSC community and for helping make our work possible!

Save the Date: CCSC Annual Gala September 18th

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Save the date for CCSC’s 43rd Annual Gala on September 18, 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.

Reserve your table or seat now. Note: To avoid Eventbrite ticketing fees you can pay by check (please contact us at events@sfccsc.org for how to do so).

Summer Camp Open for Enrollment

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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 (low-income discount available). Also, parents may select to attend one or all remaining weeks of summer camp. Sign up by scanning the QR code in the flyer above or go to bit.ly/ccsc-s26.

New CCSC Board Member

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Please join us in welcoming Richard (Hoa) Cooc, Esq. as the newest member of the CCSC Board! With more than 20 years of legal experience and a longstanding commitment to serving the Asian American community, he brings valuable expertise and leadership to our organization. Welcome to the Board!

Birthdays at CCSC

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Earlier this week, CCSC staff continued one of our favorite traditions by celebrating birthdays together over lunch in Chinatown. Taking time to celebrate one another helps strengthen our team and reminds us that the relationships we build with each other are an important part of serving our community.

Community Outreach

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June was a busy month of community outreach for CCSC! We connected with residents and families at events across San Francisco, including the CREAA Real Estate Expo, Building the Block Rainbow Reunion at the San Francisco LGBT Center, the Youth Empowerment Fund Resource Fair, Bayview Children's Day and the Dragon Boat Festival. These events gave us the opportunity to share our programs, connect people with valuable resources and strengthen relationships with communities throughout the city.

Dragon Boat Festival

CCSC was excited to join the first Dragon Boat Festival held in San Francisco in 10 years! It was wonderful to celebrate this longstanding cultural tradition with the community and cheer on all of the incredible teams that participated. Congratulations to every team! We were also proud to see our own Jason Brock perform at the festival. You can watch his performance here.

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Need an Event Space?

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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

Thank You CityBuild Academy

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CCSC is deeply grateful for the opportunity to have partnered with CityBuild Academy for so many years, helping connect San Franciscans to careers in the skilled trades. While our role with the Academy has come to a close, we look forward to continuing to support CityBuild graduates through our CityBuild Career Development Services (CCDS) program as they build successful, long-term careers.

Employment Network Services

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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 Field Trips

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CCSC's Summer Camp is off to a fantastic start! Campers have enjoyed a fun-filled summer of learning, creativity and exploration, including field trips to the Randall Museum, the Exploratorium and the San Francisco Public Works building. We look forward to creating even more memorable experiences as the summer continues.

Support PK-5 Tutoring's GoFundMe!

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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

Hospitality Training Coming in the Fall

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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 email culinary@sfccsc.org.

Information Flyer

Community Announcements

Chinatown Readers Book Club

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Join the Chinatown Readers Book Club! Bring a book of your choice and enjoy an hour of quiet reading, followed by a friendly discussion where participants can share what they're reading and connect with fellow book lovers. Everyone is welcome! More info here.

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!