love in action
for nearly 100 years

This is a place of hope, meaning and purpose. Visit GLIDE in San Francisco and become a part of something bigger – a movement that is changing lives.

GLIDE is a nationally recognized center for social justice, dedicated to fighting systemic injustices, creating pathways out of poverty and crisis, and transforming lives. Through our integrated comprehensive services, advocacy initiatives, and inclusive community, we empower individuals, families and children to achieve stability and thrive.

GLIDE is on the forefront of addressing some of society’s most pressing issues, including poverty, housing and homelessness, and racial and social justice.

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Celebrate PRIDE with GLIDE!

This event, co-hosted by our Center for Social Justice and The Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, will feature performances from GLIDE’s Ensemble and Sir JoQ and Crew. Honey Mahogany, Sister Roma, Juanita More, Tom Ammiano, and Minister Marvin K. White will speak.

In partnership with SF Pride, we are hosting a fabulous fashion show packed with our local stars. The headliner will be Pat Cleveland in a custom gown by Naeem Khan, and models will include: Honey Mahogany, Sister Roma, Joel Goodrich, Aubrey Brewster, Senator Scott Wiener.  GET YOUR TICKETS .

We will be meeting on Market Street near Embarcadero Plaza (exact location to come) and having a streetside Celebration instead of gathering in the Sanctuary. Put on all your rainbows and all your sparkles, and join us in celebrating authenticity, pride, and the interdependence of all life. 

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655,000

Meals served Every Year

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4,347

People Received Hygiene Kits, Socks, and Blankets Last Year

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