Real Talk Blog – GLIDE – San Francisco: serving the people of the Tenderloin and San Francisco since 1963

Apr 22, 2025

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A Easter Weekend of Joy, Reflection, and the Resurrection of Hope

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Apr-23-2025

SF Bay Area Women Musicians to Add to Your Playlist

Tags: 2025, artists, Bay Area, Glide, musicians, playlist, Women

Women’s History Month at Glide Memorial Church highlighted the musical contribution of women in the Bay Area, choosing different local women musicians to feature as special performers at every service […]

Apr-22-2025

Root Causes of the Housing Crisis: An Unhoused Family’s Journey to Find Housing in San Francisco

Tags: 2025, crisis, faultlines, housing, movie, screening

On Thursday, March 20th, we hosted a screening of the documentary Fault Lines about San Francisco’s housing affordability crisis. Concerned citizens packed the sanctuary– proving once again how many people in this city truly care about the plight of their unhoused neighbors.

Apr-21-2025

Helping San Quentin Former Inmate Gain A Fresh Start

Tags: 2025, greene, lewis, san quentin

I’m 60 years old and am originally from Humbolt County. I attended high school in Fortuna. I spent much of my youth living in different towns near the Redwoods, Avenue […]

Apr-16-2025

Offering Care with Heart

What began as a compassionate response to the COVID-19 pandemic in July of 2021 has blossomed into a trusted weekly presence for the Tenderloin community. Every Thursday from 12 pm […]

Mar-25-2025

Mel Lester: A Life of Music and Kindness

Tags: 2025, blog, joel, lester, melrose, music, obituary

Mel Lester was someone you remembered. Born in San Leandro on January 29, 1987, he made people feel like they belonged through a deep conversation, a shared laugh, or a […]

Mar-20-2025

Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Center comes to GLIDE!

Tags: 2025, age, center, summer, transitional, youth

We are so excited to introduce this summer the Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Health and Wellness Center—a welcoming, 24/7 Drop-in Center for young adults ages 18 to 27 who are facing homelessness or housing instability.

Mar-17-2025

Mayor Lurie’s Breaking the Cycle Executive Directive: GLIDE Responds

Working with the Mayor to Support GLIDE’s Community Members Struggling with Substance Use At GLIDE, the community is at the heart of everything we do. We see many opportunities to […]

Mar-17-2025

Activism, Organizing, and Justice: A Powerful Night at Glide Memorial Church

On March 6, 2025, Glide Memorial Church became a gathering place for activism, history, and movement building, welcoming civil rights icons Dolores Huerta and Olga Talamante. These two powerhouse leaders […]

Mar-12-2025

Without action, San Francisco food lines are going to get longer

Tags: 2025, chronicle, editorial, food, fromer, gina, lines, march, San Francisco

If San Francisco wants to be a safe place for the marginalized populations who call this city their home and others who seek refuge here in increasingly uncertain times, food security must be a top priority. And we have to start now, before any SNAP cuts hit. Planning will take time and it’s a crime to let any child go hungry.

Feb-28-2025

Help Us Protect Immigrants!

Tags: 2025, february, immigrants, protect

GLIDE stands in solidarity with our clients, staff, and community– with special attention and care for groups that are being targeted right now: immigrants, refugees, LGBT+ people, and BIPOC of all kinds. We will NEVER stop being a sanctuary for all.

Feb-25-2025

Congresswoman Lateefah Simon and Controller Malia Cohen on People Power’s Role in the SF Resistance

Tags: 2025, cohen, Lateefah, malia, Simon

What better way to celebrate Black History and Black Futures than to have three brilliant Black women on Glide Memorial Church’s stage representing nonprofit, local and state level leadership!

Feb-25-2025

Christopher’s Story of Saving Kendall’s Life

Tags: christopher, client, Glide, medina

I ran back. Four co-workers attempted to pad him on his back. But the man was not responding. His face started turning purple. That’s when I knew it was time to spring into action.

Feb-25-2025

Rabbi’s Story of Rwandan Orphans Finding Love and Acceptance

Tags: 2024, Lezak, Michael, Rabbi, Rwanda

As we celebrate Black History Month at GLIDE, a journey I took last year to Rwanda with other faith leaders keeps coming to mind. The purpose of the trip was to learn how to heal from mass trauma by studying Rwanda’s history. We were students of the art and science of peace, resilience and transformational justice.

Feb-25-2025

Former Mayor Michael Tubbs speaks at Glide Memorial Church

Time to Flip the Tables: Michael D. Tubbs Speaks at Glide Memorial Church on the Final Sunday of Black Futures Month This past Sunday, Michael Tubbs, the former Mayor of […]

Feb-18-2025

Selma Campaign 2.0: Justice in Alabama: A Conversation with Ainka Jackson

Tags: 2025, ainka, february, jackson, justice, selma, Tenderloin

On January 30th, we gathered inside Glide Memorial Church’s sanctuary for Justice in Selma, Justice in the Tenderloin: An Invitation to Personal and Communal Introspection.

Feb-14-2025

Our Love Letter to San Francisco

Dear San Francisco,

I love you! So much so that I have committed my life to making you a better place to live, play, and shine. I raised my kids here. I was married here. I go to church here. I adore this community, and nothing is more important to me than making the lives of families better. I give my heart and soul to this city every day, through the work I do at GLIDE.

Feb-20-2025

GLIDE Welcomes Howard Chi, our new Chief Financial Officer

Tags: 2025, cfo, chi, chief financial officer, howard

Howard brings an impressive background in financial leadership, with more than 20 years of experience managing financial operations of multi-million dollar brands, including start-ups, and driving growth across various industries.

Feb-05-2025

San Francisco’s Overdose Racial Disparity: And What Black Leaders Are Doing About It

Tags: 2025, black, disparity, leaders, overdose, racial, San Francisco, summit

Black community leaders, nonprofit and service workers, and workers for San Francisco’s Department of Public Health all came together last week for “Unity in Community: Overdose Prevention Summit 2025.” This was a one-day conference at the San Francisco Public Library centering on the efforts of Black leaders to halt the overdose crisis that disproportionately affects their community.

Mar-19-2025

March Volunteer News and Spotlight

Tags: 2025, january, news, Volunteer, Women's History Month

Thank you for being an essential part of our community. Stay Involved February Highlights Black History Month This February we honor and celebrate ALL our black heroes and heroines and particularly those whose contributions often go unrecognized.

Feb-04-2025

Volunteer News and Spotlight

Tags: 2025, january, news, Volunteer

Jan-24-2025

Read all about GLIDE’s Love Agenda and our Impact Report!

Tags: 2025, impact, report

Turning dreams into reality!

Jan-21-2025

GLIDE Marches for Justice on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2025

Tags: 2025, Glide, march, martin luther king, mlk

GLIDE community gathered at San Francisco’s Caltrain station for the annual Martin Luther King Jr. Day March: a city tradition started by GLIDE’s co-founder Cecil Williams at the request of […]

Jan-10-2025

City Attorney David Chiu’s Swearing-In Ceremony at GLIDE Spotlights Civil Rights for San Francisco’s People

Tags: 2025, ceremony, chiu, civil, david, in, rights, sanctuary, swearing

GLIDE’s sanctuary filled with justice makers and advocates on Thursday, January 9th during City Attorney David Chiu’s Inauguration. 342 civic leaders, including Attorney General Rob Bonta, CA Controller Malia Cohen, Assemblymember Scott Weiner, Mayor Daniel Lurie, most of the Board of Supervisors and many other elected officials joined Dr. Gina Fromer and Minister Marvin K.

Jan-09-2025

From Us to You: Thank you for making 2024 Amazing!

Tags: 2025, january, Volunteers

As we reflect on the past year, Lindsey, Waverlee and I would like to take a moment to personally thank each of you for your incredible contribution. Your time and effort in serving our community has touched so many lives and brought hope and joy to those who need it the most.

Dec-27-2024

Lookin back at GLIDE’s Christmas, With Much Love To You and Yours!

Nothing is so beautiful as seeing our Beloved Community come together on Christmas. Where else but at GLIDE can you find unhoused people, elders, low-income immigrant families, San Francisco dignitaries, […]

Dec-23-2024

Rental Assistance Client Spotlight: Candy Rivera-Wood

Tags: 2024, assistance, candy, december, rental, wells fargo

I’m a first-generation San Franciscan, born and raised in the city whose family is originally from the Philippines. I attended public schools and have worked a variety of jobs, including […]

Dec-19-2024

RV Ban Successfully Overturned, Thanks to Community

Tags: 2024, ban, december, overturned, rv

CSJ and coalition partners come together to celebrate the overturn of RV parking ban On Tuesday December 10th, GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice (CSJ) and its coalition partners successfully urged […]

Dec-18-2024

GLIDE’s Annual Grocery Bag Giveaway: Spreading Love Across the City

For over 20 years, GLIDE’s Annual Grocery Bag Giveaway has been a cornerstone of support for San Francisco. In her second year as President and CEO, Dr. Gina Fromer, alongside […]

Dec-16-2024

Attorney General Rob Bonta Shares Safety Tips on Avoiding Holiday Scams

Tags: 2024, bonta, december, toys

State Attorney General Rob Bonta visited GLIDE to share tips and resources on how to donate safely and avoid scams while giving this holiday season. After the press conference, AG […]

Dec-13-2024

Domestic Violence Client Spotlight: Oneida Arevalo

Tags: 2024, client, domestic, oneida, Spotlight, violence

I also was able to participate in parenting classes and workshops at GLIDE, including a presentation put on by Kid Power International. I later participated in a violence intervention program led by GLIDE’s Women’s Center Program Manager, Ileana Montano.

Dec-10-2024

GLIDE Youth Celebrate the Season with 21st Annual Holiday Shopping Spree at Old Navy

Tags: 2024, colma, Glide, navy, old, shopping, toys, youth

On December 5, GLIDE teamed up with Old Navy to treat 65 kids from FYCC and FRC to a holiday shopping spree.

Dec-09-2024

GLIDE Thanksgiving Re-Cap 2024

Tags: 2024, recap, Thanksgiving

It’s not just about one meal, either. People who come to us during the holidays form a relationship with GLIDE.

Dec-06-2024

Appeal the RV Ban at City Hall

Tags: 2024, ban, csj, december, justice, rv, sfmta

On Tuesday, December 10th at 3:00 p.m. in Room 250 at City Hall, GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice and its coalition partners will urge the San Francisco Board of Supervisors […]

Nov-27-2024

Tell City Hall Not to Kick Families Off the Shelter Waitlist!

San Francisco’s Homeless and Supportive Housing Dept announced that they are removing homeless families from the shelter waiting list. Our streets are growing colder and the holidays are fast approaching. […]

Nov-22-2024

From Pain to Progress: GLIDE’s 6th Alabama Justice Pilgrimage

Tags: 2024, Alabama, pilgrimage, progress

“People ask me, why am I not bitter? And I say to them, ‘hate and bitterness only eat me up from the inside. Love is a powerful emotion. Love transcends […]

Nov-15-2024

GLIDE Celebrates a Love Agenda at the Holiday Jam

Tags: 2024, Holiday, jam, masonic, San Francisco, sf

The more sorrowful the times, the greater the intensity of GLIDE’s celebration: our joy is a candle we pass from one person to another and hold up against the darkness. […]

Nov-15-2024

Nancy Pelosi & Matt Haney Speak at Glide Memorial Church

Tags: 2024, building, campaign, church, haney, marvin, pelosi, stainglass, window

On the Sunday following the presidential election, Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi, Assemblymember Matt Haney, our President & CEO Dr. Gina Fromer, and Minister of Celebration Marvin K. White in urging our community to stay hopeful and inspired.

Oct-24-2024

Heart of the Community: Celebrating the Launch of Our Ambassadors in the Spirit of Reverend Cecil Williams

On October 17th, GLIDE staff celebrated the successful launch of our Reverend Cecil Williams Community Ambassadors program. Kicking off at 10 AM with songs from our GLIDE ensemble, the event […]

Oct-24-2024

Tenderloin Residents Come Together to Celebrate the 4th Annual Phoenix Day

Tags: 2024, day, October, pheonix, streets, sunday

Rising From the Ashes, A Neighborhood Unites! “We appreciate you. We love you. You all matter,” proclaimed GLIDE’s President & CEO Dr. Gina Fromer. With these words, a cheer […]

Oct-24-2024

GLIDE Center for Social Justice holds rally in support of Proposition 6

Tags: 2024, 6, Center for Social Justice, city hall, csj, October, prop, rally

On Wednesday, October 2nd, GLIDE along with community leaders and lawmakers held a rally at City Hall in support of Proposition 6, the statewide ballot initiative to enhance safety and […]

Oct-24-2024

GLIDE’s Family, Youth, and Childcare Center Celebrates 25th Anniversary with Mural Unveiling

Tags: 2024, FYCC, gina fromer, mural, October, unveiling

FYCC Celebrates 25th Anniversary On October 23rd, 2024, the Janice Mirkitani Family, Youth, and Childcare Center (FYCC) honored its 25th anniversary (and its first Back to School Night since 2019!) […]

Oct-22-2024

Yes on Prop 6: Dr. Gina Fromer Says, Let’s End Slavery in California

Tags: 2024, 6, august, california, incarceration, labor, prop, slavery

Proposition 6 would give incarcerated people more flexibility to engage in rehabilitative programs like education, emotional intelligence courses, mental health and substance use treatment, which can reduce recidivism; they would no longer be punished for choosing those activities over a work assignment.

Sep-26-2024

The San Francisco Public Defender Partners in Justice Efforts with GLIDE

Tags: 2024, celebration service, defender, mano, public, raju, september

On September 22nd, San Francisco’s Public Defender, Mano Raju, spoke at Glide Memorial Church’s Sunday Celebrations for Justice Sunday. The celebration also honored co-founder Rev. Cecil Williams’ first birthday since […]

Sep-26-2024

Maya Angelou’s Statue: A Courageous Demand to Acknowledge

Tags: 2024, angelou, maya, september, sf public library, statue, unveiling

GLIDE President & CEO Dr. Gina speaks at the Maya Angelou statue unveiling outside the main SF Public Library On Thursday September 19th, GLIDE’s CEO spoke and Glide Ensemble […]

Sep-26-2024

Alabama Pilgrimage Charts New Paths to Black Empowerment and White Allyship

Tags: 2024, Alabama, film, pilgrimage, progress, pursuing, screening, september

On Saturday September 11th, GLIDE packed Freedom Hall for a twelve-minute documentary film and panel discussion about GLIDE’s Alabama Pilgrimage. The film, Pursuing Progress, was created by the talented born-and-raised […]

Sep-20-2024

Together with Civic Joy Fund, GLIDE Helps to Beautify Our Neighborhood

Volunteers from GLIDE and the Civic Joy Fund partnered with our Cecil Williams Community Ambassadors (CW Ambassadors) to make the Tenderloin a better place. After learning about GLIDE’s unconditionally loving […]

Sep-18-2024

Dr. Gina Fromer, President & CEO of GLIDE, moderates Mayoral debate on Childcare

Tags: 2024, candidates, childhood, forum, fromer, gina, mayor, moderate, september

“Don’t be balancing the budget on the backs of our babies,” Dr. Gina Fromer proclaimed as she warmed up the audience ahead of a Mayoral debate focused on Childcare in San Francisco.

Aug-30-2024

GLIDE’s Summer Gala!

GLIDE’s annual Summer Gala was brimming with San Francisco spirit! The program opened with a performance by our beloved GLIDE ensemble and closed with a drag performance by Curveball. “GLIDE […]

Aug-21-2024

Backpacks, Books, and Bright Futures: How GLIDE’s Community Came Together for Our Young Scholars

Young scholars are our future—tomorrow’s teachers, doctors, lawyers, and leaders. The education they receive today sets them on that path. With our 10th annual backpack giveaway, GLIDE ensured they started […]

Aug-14-2024

Help End Slavery in California: Incarcerated People Deserve Choice, Not Forced Labor

Tags: 2024, 6, august, california, incarceration, labor, prop, slavery

Aug-12-2024

GLIDE Says Loving Farewell to Music Director of Eight Years

Tags: 2024, august, departs, farewell, vernon, vernon bush

When I think of how He brought me through and how, how the Lord changed my life; my soul, my soul is overwhelmed. I’ve got joy, joy, joy, unspeakable joy. […]

Aug-07-2024

GLIDE is Mobilizing to Defend Justice

Tags: 2024, august, justice, mixer, social, warriors

There’s more to serving the people of the Tenderloin than providing free meals: GLIDE fights every day against the interlocking systems that cause our people suffering. On the evening of […]

Aug-07-2024

Tenderloin Blackness: Celebrating Our Everyday Heroes

Despite the negative portrayal in the media, the Tenderloin community is a vibrant and diverse neighborhood. It is a melting pot of people from all levels of society, including a […]

Aug-01-2024

GLIDE Helped 1,100 People and Prevented Over 500 Evictions

“I’m at GLIDE today, taking these classes,” said program participant Thomas Isacc. “They are going to help me pay my back rent.” Thomas is one of the 1,100 participants that […]

Aug-01-2024

Encampment Sweeps Are Neither Compassionate Nor a Solution

Tags: 2024, august, editorial, encampment, fromer, gina, homeless, sweeps

I can’t stay silent about the encampment sweeps currently taking place across California. Every step we take to criminalize poverty and homelessness takes us farther away from the empathy and […]

Jul-24-2024

GLIDE Pride Team Raises over $11,000 for the San Francisco AIDS WALK

The GLIDE Pride team was singing, hugging and stretching in the foggy Robin Williams Meadow before the San Francisco AIDS Walk began. The energetic team of about 25 walkers snapped […]

Jul-22-2024

Healing our SF from the overdose epidemic

Tags: 2024, editorial, epidemic, fromer, gina, july, overdose, response

I feel called to respond to an article published in the San Francisco Chronicle called, “S.F. nonprofits give foil and pipes to fentanyl users. Critics say it’s making drug crisis […]

Jul-02-2024

GLIDE Shares Unconditional Love with Thousands at the Pride Parade

GLIDE’s contingent had 149 participants and won the Beacon of Hope Theme Award! A dynamic display of support and inclusivity, featuring dozens of enthusiastic marchers, two gleaming convertibles, a DJ truck pumping out energizing beats, and a majestic double-decker bus for those with mobility issues. The DJ truck, adorned with colorful banners and flowers, was the heartbeat of the procession, its music resonating through the streets and keeping the crowd in high spirits.

Jul-01-2024

Celebrating HBCU’s Students

Tags: 2024, 30 X 30, black colleges, hbcu, hbcus, universities

This past Sunday, Dr. Gina spoke at GLIDE’s Sunday Celebrations about how education is a crucial means to escape poverty. Her inspiring words were shared with more than 80 Historically Black College and Universities (HBCU) students who joined the event, highlighting the ongoing pursuit of racial equality.

Jun-26-2024

Social Justice Academy planting the seeds for new leaders

Tags: 2024, academy, justice, sja, social

GLIDE started the Social Justice Academy as a community learning center to catalyze the wisdom and expertise of those affected by systemic inequities.
In April, we launched our inaugural cohort of nine women, each of whom has experienced systemic inequities like homelessness or incarceration. Over the past 12 weeks, the cohort has met weekly to practice and grow as community organizers and policy advocates.

Jun-21-2024

Sober Support Groups come to GLIDE

Tags: 2024, groups, Recovery, sober, support

Glide Memorial Church opens its doors to those suffering from addiction Glide Memorial Church has opened its doors to those suffering from addiction. Narcotics Anonymous (NA) group meetings happen every […]

Jun-20-2024

Celebrate Pride with GLIDE!

On Wednesday, March 8, 1972, 41 community members gathered at Glide Church to listen to the Rev. Bob Humphries talk about his experience organizing a LGBTQ march in Los Angeles. […]

May-23-2024

Inspiring tomorrow’s youth: 16-Year-Old Landon To’s Public Service Journey with GLIDE

Tags: Glide, landon, lunchmakers, public, service, to, Volunteer, volunteering

For 16-year-old San Francisco native Landon To, the mission to serve the less fortunate shows no signs of slowing down. Over the past few years, Landon involved himself in a […]

May-23-2024

GLIDE Celebrates AANHPI Month!

Tags: 2024, aanhpi, gina, month

Attorney General of California Rob Bonta (4th to the right) meets with GLIDE staff Dear GLIDE Community, I am delighted to celebrate this Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islanders […]

May-20-2024

Unconditional Love in our Nation’s Capital: GLIDE goes to Washington, DC

Tags: 2024, dc, Glide, lobby, may, trip, washington

The Center for Social Justice (CSJ) team (inc. from L to R: Karl Robillard, Chief Communications and Public Affairs Officer, Eleana Binder, Policy Manager, President & CEO Dr. Gina Fromer, […]

May-15-2024

The Community Voices of GLIDE for Rev. Cecil Williams

Tags: 2024, cecil, Celebration, Community, may, voices

For long-time Glide church member Elizabeth Greenfield, it felt like reconnecting with strangers whom she’s always known. “How Cecil was able to bring different types of people together. It was an amazing thing,” said Greenfield. “You would be in the church, and around you, there were people you wouldn’t meet in your everyday life. Cecil would say, ‘Turn around and embrace the person next to you.’ And that’s why I’m here today. To honor a man who loved humanity.”

May-15-2024

GLIDE’s Truth Telling at the Capitol: Policy Advocacy with our Community

Tags: 2024, csj, Harm Reduction, sacramento

Eleana Binder, GLIDE’s Policy Manager, after being awarded the Hunger Fighter Award, standing with other members of the California Hunger Action Coalition. April and May are some of the busiest […]

May-03-2024

GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice Launches First Cohort of Social Justice Academy

Tags: 2024, academy, csj, justice, launch, may, social

GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice (CSJ) welcomed the first cohort of our Social Justice Academy (SJA) on April 3rd. The cohort, which consists of ten women who have experienced homelessness, incarceration, and other systemic inequities, got to know each other through ice breakers and community building activities, before joining GLIDE staff in Freedom Hall for a celebratory lunch.

Apr-25-2024

Honoring our Ancestor Cecil Williams

Tags: 2024, ancestor, april, cecil

About the Altar In African diasporic cultures, altars to ancestors are revered as sacred spaces that embody the essence of unconditional love, resilience, and cultural heritage. Each element on the […]

Apr-08-2024

From Buffett To Benioff: 2024 Power of One Lunch Auction Passes the Torch!

Tags: 2024, april, auction, benioff, marc, one, power

GLIDE is thrilled to announce the 2024 Power of One Charity Lunch Auction will be hosted by Salesforce Chair and CEO Marc Benioff! Since 2000, this event has raised over […]

Apr-03-2024

Easter at GLIDE

Tags: 2024, Celebration, Easter, egg, hunt

Glide Memorial Church’s annual Spring Egg Hunt on Saturday, March 30th served 65 families from the Tenderloin.

Mar-21-2024

GLIDE Partners with FAACTS to envision a better food system!

Tags: 2024, agriculture, bandeeba, faacts, food, march, shiba

GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice (CSJ) is a proud member of the Food and Agriculture Action Coalition Towards Sovereignty (FAACTS). FAACTS includes 30 local organizations that are working to ensure access to quality, nutritious and culturally inclusive food here in San Francisco.

Mar-21-2024

A Journey of Awakening and Action

As I embarked on my second Pilgrimage to Alabama with GLIDE, I anticipated revisiting historic sites that held immense significance for African Americans and the entire nation. Our itinerary promised […]

Mar-21-2024

The Only Way Out Is Through: Journeying back in time to understand our Civil Rights work today

Tags: 2024, Alabama, charles, march, naeemah

CSJ Senior Director Naeemah Charles (L) with Dr. Lilia Abron, PhD, and first African-American woman in the nation to receive a doctorate in chemical engineering Earlier this year, I joined […]

Mar-21-2024

Advancing Justice in Our State: Sharing GLIDE’s Voice in Sacramento

Tags: 2024, glideforward, march, sacramento

A small but mighty team at GLIDE wrapped up an exciting trip to Sacramento this week. We met with key legislative partners to advance our social justice policy agenda and share progress on our #GlideForward strategic plan.

Mar-18-2024

GLIDE Launches Women’s Center on International Women’s Day!

Tags: 2024, launch, march, Women's Center, womens

Our hearts were filled with joy as we celebrated the official launch of GLIDE’s new Women’s Center on International Women’s Day! The Women’s Center services include case management, domestic violence counseling, outreach, food, clothing, housing assistance, and referrals to other community resources. These services support underserved women in their journey toward stability.

Mar-15-2024

Policy DGO 9.07 Passed Thanks in Part to GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice in Partnership with the Coalition

Tags: 2024, coalition, csj, march, pretext, stops, victory

GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice (CSJ) in partnership with the Coalition to End Biased Stops organized community advocacy for two and a half years to pass DGO 9.07. This policy curtails racially biased pretext stops, consent searches, and improves traffic stop data reporting requirements by SFPD.

Mar-05-2024

Reflections on GLIDE’s Racial Justice Pilgrimage to Alabama

Tags: 2024, Alabama, Alabama Pilgrimage, march, pilgrimage, reflections

Equal Justice Initiative’s National Memorial for Peace and Justice #PursuingProgress This past February, a group of 50 people organized by GLIDE traveled 2,230 miles from San Francisco to the rolling […]

Mar-01-2024

GLIDE Promotes Francesca Delgado-Jones as Senior Director of Public Affairs and Strategic Communications

Tags: 2024, francesca, jones, march, promotion

GLIDE Welcomes Naeemah Charles as our new Senior Director of The Center for Social Justice

Feb-29-2024

GLIDE Stands Ready to Combat the Overdose Epidemic

Tags: 2024, addiction, boeddecker, bullhorn, february, gina, park, rally, Tenderloin

Earlier this week, I attended a rally outside of Boeddeker Park here in the Tenderloin to address the dire consequences of the fentanyl epidemic. At this rally, I shared a message that GLIDE stands ready to combat the overdose epidemic ravaging our community using any effective tools at our disposal.

Feb-28-2024

The Time to Fix our Mental Healthcare System is Now!

Tags: 1, 2024, february, fromer, gina, proposition

California stands at a pivotal moment in its history. Our homelessness crisis has reached unprecedented levels, with our state now home to 28% of the nation’s unhoused population despite comprising only 12% of the country’s residents.

Feb-21-2024

Glide Memorial Church Celebrates the Caregivers in our Community

Tags: 2024, care, Celebration, Community, february, network

This past February saw Glide Memorial Church (GMC) celebrate approximately 36 individuals made up of community leader volunteers, GLIDE staff, and partners who completed training through the Stupski Community Care Network, for purposes of learning how to identify congregants and community members who need care, or are caregivers for those in need of care, and their families who care for them.

Feb-20-2024

Lunar New year, A Reflection of Oneself

As an Asian-American, I often find myself caught between two worlds, forever stuck in the hyphen that is “Asian-American.” I am neither Asian enough nor entirely American, perpetually viewed as […]

Feb-20-2024

GLIDE Staff Helped to Secure $50M to House the Homeless

San Francisco Local Homeless Coordinating Board members (from left to right) Cedric Akbar, Rommie Nottage, (GLIDE Board Member) Del Seymour – Co-Chair, Dr. Megan Rohrer- Co-Chair, Kelley Cutler and Mercedes […]

Feb-12-2024

#PursuingProgress – A History and Vision of the Alabama Pilgrimage

Tags: 2024, Alabama, Alabama Pilgrimage, february, justice, progress, racism

History In April 2018, the GLIDE Center for Social Justice led a group of 85 people on a pilgrimage to the opening of the Legacy Museum and National Memorial for […]

Feb-12-2024

GLIDE Welcomes Naeemah Charles as our Senior Director of The Center for Social Justice

Tags: 2024, Center for Social Justice, charles, Glide, naeemah

GLIDE Welcomes Naeemah Charles as our new Senior Director of The Center for Social Justice

Feb-07-2024

How to get Black Women into more Executive Roles

Tags: 2024, black, february, fromer, gina, history

GLIDE staff were treated to a special presentation by President & CEO Dr. Gina Fromer inside Freedom Hall this week where she spoke about her research into Black women who emerged from poverty and transitioned into executive positions.

Feb-07-2024

Black History and Black Futures at GLIDE

Tags: 2024, black, black futures, february, history

Dear GLIDE Community,I am honored to celebrate this Black History Month with you – or as we refer to it at Glide Memorial Church, Black Futures Month! While we recognize February for […]

Feb-02-2024

GLIDE’s Response to the New York Times on Solving San Francisco’s Drug Crisis

Tags: 2024, crisis, drug, february, gina, Glide, mytimes, response

Dear members of the GLIDE community, I am writing to share an article published in the New York Times that describes GLIDE’s approach to Harm Reduction in a few short […]

Jan-26-2024

A GLIDE Recollection on International Holocaust Remembrance Day

Tags: 2024, anti-semitism, holocaust, january, jewish, Judaism

January 27 is recognized globally as International Holocaust Remembrance Day, a day to remember the millions of victims of the Holocaust and Nazi persecution. At GLIDE, we solemnly commemorate a […]

Jan-23-2024

GLIDE Receives Candid Platinum Seal!

GLIDE is proud to have recently been given a Platinum rating – the highest from Candid (formerly Guidestar). This recognition is only bestowed on organizations with the highest financial transparency […]

Jan-18-2024

2023 Year in Review and What’s in Store for 2024

Tags: 2024, future, gina, Glide, past

On a bright sunny day this past July 6, a crowd of people packed into the lobby at 330 Ellis Street, spilling out onto the sidewalk in both directions. Members […]

Jan-17-2024

Marching On: GLIDE Continues Dr. King’s Legacy

January 15th, GLIDE played a pivotal role in the annual MLK, Jr Day March, one that has long stood for change, carrying the weight of the historical legacy that came […]

Jan-11-2024

Join Me as We Honor and Celebrate MLK Day

Tags: 2024, january, jr., king, luther, martin, mlk

Dear Friends, As we pay tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. I am holding two ideas in my heart. The first is that Dr. King is celebrated and remembered […]

Jan-09-2024

Welcome Gwendolyn Cornwell as GLIDE’s new Chief Human Resources Officer

Tags: 2024, Glide, Gwendolyn Cornwell, human, january, resources

We are thrilled to welcome Gwendolyn Cornwell as GLIDE’s new Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). Gwendolyn has lived in Northern California for over 25 years. She brings over 20 years […]

Jan-05-2024

Welcome Allyson Halpern as GLIDE’s new Chief Advancement Officer

Tags: 2024, Allyson Halpern, cdo, Glide, january

We are thrilled to welcome Allyson Halpern as GLIDE’s new Chief Advancement Officer. Allyson has spent her career in nonprofit management and philanthropy, specializing in mission-driven organizations that are starting […]

Dec-21-2023

GLIDE’s Toy Bag Giveaway delivers 2,400 toys to children across the Tenderloin

Tags: 2023, december, giveaway, toy, toys

The winter holiday season means sharing quality time with friends, handing out gifts, singing songs of joy, and lighting candles. It also means collecting, packing, and putting approximately 2,400 toys into nearly 400 bags for distribution to underprivileged children throughout the Tenderloin!

Dec-21-2023

GLIDE’s 20+ Years of Heartfelt Community Service: The Annual Grocery Bag Giveaway

GLIDE’s Annual Grocery Bag Giveaway, a tradition spanning over two decades, once again spreads hope across the city, one bag at a time. This year, under the strategic guidance of […]

Dec-19-2023

Glide Lights Up the City of San Francisco

A superfecta of 2023 end-of-year holiday events saw GLIDE’s presence illuminate across the City, including participation in lighting ceremonies at Golden Gate Park, Boeddeker Park, in the Castro and at […]

Dec-08-2023

GLIDE’s 2023 Senior Luncheon: A Western-Themed Celebration of Dedication and Community

Our GLIDE community gathered with great enthusiasm on December 5th, 2023, for the annual “Senior Luncheon,” a heartwarming tradition initiated in 2017 by Pamela Brown – Pantry Coordinator, Tina Huang […]

Dec-07-2023

GLIDE and Old Navy partnered to spread joy – a holiday shopping spree – for our children!

On November 30th, 2023, GLIDE and OLD NAVY partnered to provide 100 children who attend GLIDE’s Janice Mirikitani Family, Youth and Childcare Center (FYCC) and GLIDE’s Family Resource Center (FRC) […]

Nov-30-2023

The Impact Award: A Symbol of Community Leadership and Change

The Impact Award, conferred by the Golden State Warriors Foundation, is a prestigious symbol of commitment to community empowerment and positive change. This accolade is reserved for individuals who have […]

Nov-28-2023

Gratitude and GLIDE Make for a very Happy Thanksgiving!

Tags: 2023, Community, Daily Free Meals program, dinner, harvest, Homelessness, Real Talk Blog, Thanksgiving, Volunteer

Thanksgiving was back indoors at GLIDE and our Daily Free Meals Program delivered the goods by anticipating the full rush of hungry diners and serving 2,400 + meals, along with […]

Nov-20-2023

A Harvest Dinner “On the Go”

Tags: 2023, Community, Daily Free Meals program, dinner, harvest, Homelessness, Real Talk Blog, Thanksgiving, Volunteer

No amount of rainy weather can stop GLIDE when it comes to feeding our community a week before Thanksgiving. GLIDE’s Family Resource Center (FRC) hosted it’s annual (and eagerly anticipated) […]

Nov-02-2023

End Poverty Tows Coalition calls for safe parking and affordable housing

Tags: 2023, conference, csj, October, poverty, press, tows

A community of families with children, students, and seniors who cannot afford the Bay Area’s high rents are living in RVs near Lake Merced. This community is facing the threat of 4-hour parking restrictions, which will require them to leave work or school to regularly move their vehicles or face ticketing and towing. Implementing the new parking restrictions without anywhere else to go will push families deeper into instability and homelessness.

Oct-26-2023

Continuing the Digital Journey: Deepening Ties and Empowering Lives with CTN

At GLIDE, our commitment has always been to uplift and empower our community, ensuring everyone has the tools and resources to thrive. We’re thrilled to announce the renewal of our […]

Oct-23-2023

Now Open: 60 Years of GLIDE History on Public Display in Unique Exhibit

Tags: 2023, center, creative, display, October, public

Doors opened Sunday, October 15, to a first-of-its-kind historical exhibit encapsulating 60 years of GLIDE history under the leadership of Rev. Cecil Williams and Janice Mirikitani.

Oct-20-2023

GLIDE’s Building Modernization Plan: Preparing for the next 60 years

Tags: 1 million, 2023, investment, modernization

Sixty years ago, a young Black minister named Cecil Williams arrived at GLIDE, determined to breathe life into a dying church. Cecil’s arrival served as an awakening for GLIDE, inspired […]

Oct-20-2023

Dr. Gina Fromer speaks at Glide Memorial Church

Tags: fromer, gina

More than 450 churchgoers on Sunday — record attendance since before the pandemic — got to hear from GLIDE’s new President and CEO, Dr. Gina Fromer.

Oct-19-2023

GLIDE’s 2023 Holiday Jam: Keep On, A Night to Remember

Tags: 2023, blog, Holiday, jam, post

2023 has marked a major milestone for GLIDE on so many fronts, including a return to community that has uplifted the Tenderloin and all of San Francisco. Beginning in July […]

Oct-17-2023

When We Needed Them Most

Volunteers are an essential life source for GLIDE. Our meals program could not function to serve all our clients without them. The COVID-19 pandemic saw an alarming decline in GLIDE […]

Oct-13-2023

GLIDE’s Statement on the Middle East

Tags: 2023, israel, October, statement

The GLIDE Foundation and Glide Memorial Church extend our deepest sympathy to those grieving and impacted by the escalating violence and the heinous acts of terror against innocent people.

Oct-10-2023

Dr. Gina Fromer Takes The Helm As GLIDE’s Next CEO

We are excited to announce that former GLIDE client, Dr. Gina M. Fromer, has accepted the position as GLIDE’s new president & CEO.

Sep-26-2023

GLIDE celebrates Assemblymember Matt Haney and a $1M milestone

Tags: 1m, 2023, haney, matt, million, september

It is with great joy that our GLIDE family warmly welcomed Matt Haney on September 25 to thank him for his support of a $1 million allocation in the State budget to fund GLIDE’s modernization project!

Sep-19-2023

Voices for Change: UCSF and GLIDE Collaborate to Address Racial Disparities in Healthcare

Rabbi Michael Lezak in deep dialogue with Men-In-Progress, shedding light on healthcare disparities. The University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Medical Center, a pioneering healthcare institution, is always looking for […]

Sep-13-2023

Harm Reduction and the Heroes Among Us

It fills us with immense pride to announce that on August 31st, two of our own, Felanie Castro, Case Manager, and Rizzy Spoer, Opt-in Outreach Worker, have been honored with […]

Sep-11-2023

GLIDE Community Comes Together with SFPD

Tags: 2023, Community, safety, september, sfpd, shooting

“If we can’t sit down and talk, we don’t have much of a chance to change the dynamic. No one wants to come to work and use a firearm.” — […]

Aug-30-2023

Journey to the Heart of San Francisco: Del Seymour’s Tenderloin Tour

August 26th took an unexpected turn with the cancellation of the “Doom Loop” tour, which aimed to highlight the open-air drug markets associated with homelessness in the Tenderloin (TL). Residents […]

Aug-29-2023

GLIDE Stands in Solidarity with Heart of the City Farmers’ Market, An Essential Community Resource

Healthy, culturally appropriate, and affordable food should be available to all San Franciscans. GLIDE’s Daily Free Meals Program supports low-income residents who struggle with food insecurity. We are honored to […]

Aug-18-2023

Heartfelt Outreach Amid City’s Forgotten Vows

In the heart of San Francisco, a silent crisis continues to unfold. Many families living in RVs near Lake Merced with young children face an uncertain future as they grapple […]

Aug-18-2023

2nd Annual Celebration of Life for Janice Mirikitani

“Remembering Janice: A Divine Poetry Rite” This year on July 30th, Glide Memorial Church held a Sunday Celebration in honor of Glide’s late co-founder, Janice Mirikitani, who died in 2021. […]

Aug-16-2023

Michelle Browder, founder of Mothers of Gynecology, comes to GLIDE

Black artist, civil rights activist, and founder of the Mothers of Gynecology in Montgomery, Alabama, Michelle Browder included a stop at GLIDE’s Freedom Hall this month as part of her […]

Aug-04-2023

California Assemblymember Matt Haney Secures $1 Million For GLIDE

Tags: gratitude, haney, matt, one million, thank, you

GLIDE is deeply grateful for Assemblymember Matt Haney’s consistent love, support and partnership, beginning with his participation in GLIDE’s first class of Legacy Committee members (our young professionals advisory board) […]

Jul-27-2023

Party For A Cause And Come To GLIDE’s 14th Annual Legacy Gala!

Tags: 2023, gala, legacy

In 2009 a small group of compassionate young entrepreneurs came together at GLIDE to inspire a new audience of young professionals across the San Francisco/ Bay Area about GLIDE’s mission to alleviate suffering and break the cycles of poverty and marginalization.

Jul-12-2023

GLIDE’s Indoor Dining service is back!

It was a #ReturntoCommunity like no other! GLIDE officially re-opened its doors and welcomed clients back to its indoor dining service this past July 6. With a snip of the […]

Jun-27-2023

Radiant Resonance: GLIDE’s Colorful Journey through 2023 Pride Celebrations

At GLIDE, we believe in the power of love and respect and will always stand by our LGBTQIIA family. We joyously commemorate, elevate, and champion the cause of forging a […]

Jun-22-2023

GLIDE welcomes USDA for roundtable discussion on racial equity and food security

Tags: 2023, food scarcity, Food Security, june, racial equity, roundtable, usda

GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice Director Dr. Holly Joshi (far right) hosts a roundtable discussion with representatives from local food organizations and the USDA June 15th, 2023 GLIDE’s presence in […]

Jun-16-2023

Juneteenth: An affirmation of liberation, justice, equality and the power of love

Tags: 2023, cecil, Juneteenth, justice, racial, social, usda, williams

Dear GLIDE Community, Celebrating Juneteenth renews our hope for change and our commitment to creating a more equitable society where everyone belongs and thrives. It is a joyous moment […]

May-23-2023

Zero Waste Pantry: Building Sustainable Futures

Tags: 2023, food, may, pantry, waste, zero

Zero Waste Food Pantry: Building Sustainable Futures GLIDE’s Foundation’s Zero Waste Food Pantry is a vital program that prioritizes providing nutritious food to families with limited access. Our program serves […]

Jul-18-2022

The Glidettes – Our Moment Of Joy

During the month of May, GLIDE celebrates Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Heritage. In this story, we highlight the Glidettes, a delightful group of Asian-identifying seniors and performers […]

May-22-2023

Mental Health Awareness Month

Advancing the Cause of Mental Health at GLIDE May is Mental Health Awareness month and as an organization that is radically inclusive and seeks to alleviate suffering, we know that […]

Apr-26-2023

Improving Digital Literacy in the Asian American Community

Tags: 2023, AANHPI Month, american, asian, ctn, technology, training

Improving Digital Literacy in the Asian-American Community at GLIDE How do I connect to Wifi? Where do I access email? What is Google search? Questions that sound so rudimentary to […]

Apr-24-2023

We love our volunteers!

Tags: Glide, national volunteer month, Volunteer, Volunteers

April is National Volunteer Month and where would GLIDE be without its treasure-trove of volunteers? These are the team players who passionately seek to make a difference in the lives of others.

Apr-20-2023

A Note from Malcolm Walter: Support Cecil Williams Fund for the Hungry

A Note from Malcolm Walter: Support Cecil Williams Fund for the Hungry Here at GLIDE, we believe in food for all – no exceptions and no exclusions. Because nutrition is […]

Mar-30-2023

Raising $500 to distribute lunches when you are 14?

Tags: 2023, landon, lunches, lunchmakers, Volunteer, Volunteers

(Landon To holding lunches to be distributed outside of GLIDE) What do you say about a 14-year-old GLIDE volunteer who applied for a grant JUST to help our organization feed […]

Feb-23-2023

A Message from Rev. Cecil Williams

To my beloved brothers and sisters of the GLIDE community, I have made a decision to formally step down from my role at GLIDE. I want all of you to know that […]

Jan-10-2023

SFPD set to curtail pretext stops

Tags: 2023, marvin, pretext, sfpd, stops

Many of us know the names: Sandra Bland, Daunte Wright, Philando Castile, Walter Scott, Sam DuBose. They are just a few of the hundreds of Americans across the country who have been killed by police during a traffic stop. In many of these cases, police had stopped the victim using a practice called “pretext stops” — pulling someone over for a minor traffic or equipment violation and then using that stop to conduct an unrelated speculative criminal investigation, not for the purpose of enforcing the traffic code.

Nov-08-2022

No San Franciscan Left Behind: GLIDE Introduces New Rental Assistance Program

Tags: 2022, assistance, rental, workshop

No San Franciscan Left Behind: GLIDE Introduces New Rental Assistance Program Twice a month, on Monday mornings, the staff of GLIDE’s Walk-in Center (WIC) set up a housing readiness […]

Dec-06-2022

A Perfect Pairing: GLIDE Partners with Farming Hope for the Harvest Dinner

Tags: Community, Daily Free Meals program, Homelessness, Real Talk Blog, Thanksgiving, Volunteer

GLIDE’s eagerly awaited Harvest Dinner, held the week before Thanksgiving for the families GLIDE serves in San Francisco, traditionally heralds the start of the holiday season for the GLIDE […]

Jun-25-2022

Now More Than Ever – GLIDE is Pride

Tags: 2022, decision, Real Talk Blog, roe, scotus, supreme, wade

Pride month is an extraordinary time, and the related festivities this June mark the first time in two years that we can all come together to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. For decades, GLIDE has stood up for, sat in for, marched in the streets for – and opened its arms and doors widely – for the LGBTQ+ community. I am honored to be part of an organization with such a remarkable legacy of LGBTQ+ commitment and advocacy.

Jun-24-2022

Our Work Continues: The High Court and Roe v. Wade

Tags: 2022, decision, Real Talk Blog, roe, scotus, supreme, wade

Today, the United States Supreme Court overturned Roe vs. Wade, eliminating the constitutional right to abortion and a woman’s liberty to make personal decisions about her health and body. This ruling is a devastating blow to the progress of women and their families within our democracy.

Jun-23-2022

Celebrating Warren Buffett and Power of One Charity Auction

Tags: 2022, Charity Auction, Community, Real Talk Blog, Warren Buffett

I am thrilled to share the news of the record-breaking winning bid of $19,000,100 in the Power of One Charity Auction Lunch with Warren Buffett.

May-06-2022

Telling Our Mothers’ Stories

Tags: DayMothersDay2022, Mothers, MothersDay, Real Talk Blog

As GLIDE honors our mothers – alive and in spirit – we reflect on the essential roles they play as the first leaders in our lives, the first mentors, and the first caretakers. We celebrate our mothers for their accomplishments, contributions and humanity, but, as much as we’ve sought and made changes to laws, to systems and to our lives, progress for mothers and women remains frail.

May-04-2022

For the People: GLIDE presents a special Ramadan recipe

Tags: Humera, HumeraShaikh, Ramadan, RamadanRecipe, Real Talk Blog, Recipe, Shaikh

In honor of Ramadan coming to an end, Humera Shaikh, GLIDE Communications Associate and her sister Fayeeza share a Ramadan recipe with us.

Apr-28-2022

GLIDE Voices Honors Ramadan: Featuring Humera Shaikh

Tags: GLIDE Voices, GLIDEVoices, Humera, HumeraShaikh, Ramadan, Real Talk Blog, Shaikh

GLIDE Voices is honoring Ramadan; we asked Humera Shaikh, Communications Associate, what does Ramadan mean to you?

Apr-26-2022

Glide Foundation Welcomes New Board Members

Tags: allison magee, board members, mark ryle, Real Talk Blog, tracy layney, virginia walker

GLIDE Foundation (GLIDE), a nationally recognized center for social justice, is pleased to announce the recent appointments of Tracy Layney, Allison L. Magee, Mark Ryle, and Virginia Walker to its Board of Directors. The four new members will help GLIDE in the implementation of its bold, large-scale strategic plan to deliver solutions to complex problems addressing both the symptoms and root causes of poverty and homelessness and to help more people off the streets, stabilize their lives, and thrive for good.

Apr-26-2022

CELEBRATING A LEGACY OF COMMITMENT

Tags: 2022, GLIDE Press Releases

GLIDE, eBay and Warren Buffett Celebrate the Grand Finale Power of One Charity Auction Lunch With $19 Million Record-Breaking Winning Bid.
“It’s been nothing but good,” Warren Buffett has said about the lunch. “I’ve met a lot of interesting people from all over the world. The one universal characteristic is that they feel the money is going to be put to very good uses.”

Apr-16-2022

GLIDE Voices Honors Passover: Featuring Rabbi Michael Lezak

Tags: GLIDE Voices, GLIDEVoices, Michael, passover, Rabbi, RabbiMichael, Real Talk Blog

GLIDE Voices is honoring Passover; we asked Rabbi Michael Lezak, what does Passover mean to you?

Mar-29-2022

Meet Marilyn Kincaid, GLIDE’s Archivist

Tags: Archives, Archivist, history, Marilyn, MarilynKincaid, Real Talk Blog, Women, womenshistorymonth

As GLIDE continues its celebration of Women’s History Month, we reflect on the achievements and contributions women have made to the GLIDE community and to the racial and social justice […]

Apr-20-2022

Volunteer Spotlight: Andy Shapiro

Tags: Andy, AndyShapiro, NationalVolunteerWeek, Real Talk Blog, Shapiro, Spotlight, Volunteers, VolunteerSpotlight, VolunteerWeek

This week, GLIDE is honoring National Volunteer Week by celebrating our amazing volunteers! We are kicking the week off with a spotlight on Andy Shapiro, who has been volunteering at GLIDE for over two years.

Mar-29-2022

Closing Out Women’s History With A Celebratory Refrain

Tags: Real Talk Blog, Women, womenshistorymonth

Dear Friends, At a time when stereotypes and violence against women pervade, not ironically, we move out of Women’s History Month and into Sexual Assault Awareness Month. Below is a […]

Mar-08-2022

Street homeless to housed: Nikki’s story

Tags: Childs, Community, Homelessness, Nikki, Real Talk Blog, Shannon, SRO, Wise, Women, WomensCenter

After losing her job due to cutbacks, and then being evicted from her apartment, Nikki found herself living on the streets of San Francisco. People experience homelessness for various reasons […]

Mar-03-2022

More Good News About GLIDE To Share

Tags: Real Talk Blog

Dear Friends, I am excited to share some good news about GLIDE for the coming year! While we’ve been innovating and adapting during COVID-19, we’ve also been making headway on our plans to deepen and expand GLIDE’s impact and provide sustainable solutions to the growing challenges facing San Francisco. Here are a few highlights of what’s coming up in 2022:

Feb-28-2022

Wrapping Up Black History Month 2022

Tags: bhm, month

As Black History Month comes to a close, I’d like to take a moment to reflect on GLIDE’s role in shaping our collective future. As is well known, GLIDE celebrates Black History all year through the daily acknowledgment of achievements of Black Americans and their invaluable contributions to this mighty institution, to our beloved city and to our troubled, yet promise-filled nation.

Feb-24-2022

GLIDE Voices Honors Black History Month: Featuring Senecca Vaughn

Tags: BlackHistoryMonth, GLIDE Voices, GLIDEVoices, Real Talk Blog, Senecca, SeneccaVaughn

GLIDE Voices is honoring Black History Month; we asked Senecca Vaughn, Women’s Center Peer Advocate, what does Black History Month mean for you?

Feb-17-2022

GLIDE Voices Honors Black History Month: Featuring Erby Foster

Tags: BlackHistoryMonth, Erby, ErbyFoster, Foster, GLIDE Voices, GLIDEVoices, Real Talk Blog

GLIDE Voices is honoring Black History Month. We asked Erby Foster, Chief Financial and Operating Officer, what does Black History Month mean for you?

Feb-22-2022

GLIDE Voices Honors Black History Month: Featuring Renesha Westerfield

Tags: BlackHistoryMonth, GLIDE Voices, GLIDEVoices, Real Talk Blog, Renesha, ReneshaWesterfield

GLIDE Voices is honoring Black History Month; we asked Renesha Westerfield, Project Manager and Executive Assistant, what does Black History Month mean for you?

Jan-16-2023

The Struggle for Justice is Far from Over

Tags: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Karen Hanrahan, Racial Justice

Dear Friends, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” — Martin Luther King Jr.As we pay tribute to the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr, it is evident that […]

Jan-16-2022

GLIDE’s Eyes Remain On The Prize

Tags: Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., Karen Hanrahan, Racial Justice

Dear Friends, In April of 2018, I walked the haunted and hallowed streets of Montgomery, Alabama. I was on the ground in the cradle of the Confederacy along with 85 […]

Nov-23-2021

A Space to Draw: Self-discovery through art forms  

Tags: Art, ASpacetoDraw, Real Talk Blog, TenderloinHub, TobySimon

Every Tuesday and Thursday morning, Toby Simon sets up her tent and art supplies on the Tenderloin Hub, providing a class to the community that is aptly named, “A Space to Draw.” At surface level, the art class explores different forms of drawing and technique, allowing students to build upon their skills. But for many of the participants, A Space to Draw dually provides a space for healing, self-discovery, and reflection.

Sep-30-2021

Zero Waste: Addressing Food Insecurity and Sustainability Together

Tags: Real Talk Blog, waste, zero

The city of San Francisco generates about half a million tons of material in landfill each year, a number that has grown significantly over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic. At GLIDE, the waste didn’t go unnoticed. Members of GLIDE’s Family Resource Center (FRC) and Daily Free Meals Program observed how much plastic was being used to supply food to the community. “Everything was wrapped in plastic, including vegetables,” says Joselyn Barrera, Daily Meals Program Manager. “We wanted to take a different approach to address food insecurity and sustainability at the same time.” That’s why, this past summer, the two programs formed a partnership to introduce a Zero Waste Food Pantry, providing nourishing food in reusable and compostable containers.

Oct-04-2021

“What We’ve Learned” Series Features GLIDE’s Karen Hanrahan and Miguel Bustos

Tags: Center for Social Justice, Real Talk Blog

GLIDE President and CEO Karen Hanrahan and Center for Social Justice Senior Director Miguel Bustos participated in the “What We’ve Learned” public lecture series at Manny’s Community Space located in […]

Sep-25-2021

Honoring Latinx Heritage Month

Hello GLIDE Community, We are delighted to be part of the Latinx community during these 30 days acknowledging and celebrating National Hispanic/Latinx Heritage Month and the cultural and historical contributions […]

Oct-28-2021

GLIDE Voices: Julia M. Williams on Breast Cancer Awareness and Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Tags: Challah, Real Talk Blog

For the past four years, a small group of dedicated volunteers have met inside GLIDE’s kitchen facility at approximately 8:30 am on Fridays where they braid, egg wash, and cook up to 80 one-foot-long loaves of Challah bread and hand-deliver them to the GLIDE staff.

Sep-19-2021

Harm Reduction As Justice: Policy, Courage, And Survival

August included Overdose Awareness Day and GLIDE’s Center for Social Justice and Harm Reduction Services marked the observance with an inspiring panel discussion that clarified what harm reduction is and […]

Aug-30-2021

Roving Teams Expand Impact of GLIDE’s COVID Vaccine Site

It is a Thursday afternoon in mid-July, and preparations for the Tenderloin Resource Hub’s weekly COVID-19 vaccine site are well underway. Everything happens outside of GLIDE at 330 Ellis Street. […]

Aug-09-2021

A Celebration of Life: In Loving Memory of Janice Mirikitani

Tags: Janice Mirikitani, Real Talk Blog

Please join us in honoring the life and legacy of artist, activist, teacher and GLIDE Co-Founder Janice Mirikitani.

Jul-29-2021

In Loving Memory: Janice Mirikitani

Tags: Janice Mirikitani, Real Talk Blog

Early Thursday morning, July 29, 202, our beloved Co-Founder Janice Mirikitani passed away with family and friends by her side. Our hearts are full with both grief and the tremendous love that she embodied. Janice brought fierce courage and spirit to everything she did. She spoke her truth and inspired others to accept and celebrate themselves, each other, and all our differences.

Dec-10-2022

GLIDE In the News: Holidays 2022 Media Coverage

Tags: GLIDEHolidays, IntheNews, Media, MediaCoverage, Real Talk Blog, Thanksgiving, thanksgiving2021

As we emerge from an ongoing pandemic and continue to deal with rising inflation, GLIDE fights on, helping those in need, innovating services, and expanding our reach and impact to meet […]

Dec-06-2021

GLIDE In the News: Thanksgiving 2021 Media Coverage

Tags: GLIDEHolidays, IntheNews, Media, MediaCoverage, Real Talk Blog, Thanksgiving, thanksgiving2021

Throughout the past 18+ months of uncertainty brought on by the pandemic, GLIDE has been on the frontlines, helping those in need, innovating services, and expanding our reach and impact to […]

Sep-07-2021

GLIDE’s Challah Brigade: Showing Loving And Kindness One Loaf At A Time

Tags: Challah, Real Talk Blog

Jun-25-2021

It’s Pride Month and GLIDE is Pride

Tags: Karen Hanrahan, Pride, Real Talk Blog

Dear Friends, June is always a special time at GLIDE. It’s Pride Month, and GLIDE is Pride. For decades, we have been leading with love and driving progress in the […]

Jun-18-2021

Celebrating Juneteenth Moves Our Nation Forward

Tags: Real Talk Blog

Dear GLIDE Community,  Celebration is a cornerstone of our values at GLIDE. Seeing our national leaders align to make Juneteenth a federal holiday is a joyful moment. This historic step […]

Jun-29-2021

GLIDE Hosts Block Party for Men in the Tenderloin

Tags: men matter, Real Talk Blog, Violence Intervention Program

GLIDE’s Violence Intervention Programs (VIP), Community Safety Team, and Daily Free Meals Program joined forces for Men Matter, a wellness and self-care event for men in the GLIDE community. The day-long […]

May-26-2021

The Burden of the Collective Heart

Tags: Real Talk Blog

Dear Friends, I am writing to you today, feeling acutely the burden of the collective heart. Across this country, there is an increase in alarming reports of antisemitic hate crimes, […]

May-29-2021

GLIDE Voices: Roderick Penalosa on Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Month

Tags: AANHPI Month, GLIDE Voices, GLIVE Values

“The courage to show up every day in our most authentic selves, in all circumstances, is a healing form of conveying our truth and an unconditional expression of self-compassion.” Roderick Penalosa

May-14-2021

Celebrating the Asian American & Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander Community

Tags: Real Talk Blog

Dear Friends, Throughout May we celebrate and honor the rich culture, contributions, diversity, and resilience of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander communities. It is a special month at […]

May-24-2021

GLIDE Voices: Meilani Meleisea on Asian American & Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Month

Tags: GLIDE Voices, Real Talk Blog

During May, GLIDE Voices is highlighting Asian American and Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Volunteer Recruitment Coordinator Meilani Meleisea, “what GLIDE values resonate with you this month and why?