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Causes: Children & Youth, Health, Health Care, Homeless & Housing, Housing Support, Mental Health, Mental Health & Crisis Intervention, Youth Development
Mission: 3rd Street's mission is to help youth, ages 12-27, from Bayview Hunters Point (BVHP) make healthy and safe decisions that improve their physical, emotional, and social health, empowering them to become successful, contributing adults. 3rd Street helps break intergenerational cycles of poverty through personal development and academic achievement. We create safe spaces where young people can heal, grow, and build the confidence and skills needed to become leaders in their community.
Target demographics: Transition-aged youth (TAY)
Direct beneficiaries per year: Over 1800 BVHP youth
Geographic areas served: Bayview Hunters Point (BVHP) in San Francisco
Programs: Integrated medical care, mental health support, housing assistance, youth development and educational advancement