+ Who can participate in programs?

Each program is offered by a community based organization (grant recipient). Please check the Dream Keeper website for more information about our community partners and how to contact them for more information about their programs being offered.

+ How can I apply for Dream Keeper Initiative money?

Funding has gone out to Community Based Organizations through an RFP (request for proposal) and RFQ (request for qualifications) process. Additional opportunities will be available through mini-grants and guaranteed income projects. Current mini-grant partners include Homeless Children’s Network, Collective Impact and the African American Art and Culture Complex.

+ When will the funding be distributed?

Funding is being distributed to community-based organizations by City departments throughout the year. Mini-grants and guaranteed income projects are also on a rolling basis.

+ Beyond direct funding, what other resources can I access?

The Dream Keeper partner organizations offer a variety of resources, services and support. Please visit the grantee program information page on the website.

+ Who has been selected to receive funding?

65 organizations have received funding and are listed on the grantee page of the Dream Keeper website.

+ What City Departments have Dream Keeper Initiative funding opportunities?

• Office of Economic and Workforce Development
• Human Rights Commission
• Department of Children, Youth and Their Families
• Arts Commission
• Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development

+ Is the Dream Keeper Initiative reparations?

No, the Dream Keeper Initiative is an investment into San Francisco’s Black communities, as determined by a comprehensive, community-centered engagement process.

However, the Board of Supervisors has approved an African American Reparations Advisory Committee, which holds monthly meetings that are open to the public.

+ Is it too late to get involved?

While grantees have already been notified of their funding, you’re just in time to be involved in community programming with our partner organizations! Scroll down to the bottom of this page to subscribe to our mailing list and stay in the loop about future Dream Keeper Initiative events.

Dream Keeper Initiative grantees across City and County departments are required to attend trainings to augment their capacity to deliver services across the community. Please work with your Grant Manager to find out what trainings are appropriate for you.

+ How does HRC collaborate with other city departments for the Dream Keeper Initiative?

The Dream Keeper Initiative works with other city departments to distribute funds via grants which are made available to community based organizations.

+ What learning opportunities exist for grantees?

Trainings and workshops centered on capacity building, program development, community research, and more will be offered to grantees. These trainings will be offered by HRC, community leaders, research consultants, and academic professionals.

+ How do community members find out about Dream Keeper Initiative programs and events?

Please visit our website calendar page and sign up for our email list.

+ How can I stay up to date on information?

Check out our website dreamkeepersf.org and sign up for our newsletter.
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