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.
Holiday Jam brought GLIDE’s community together for a night of music, celebration, and support, support for the important work of helping every San Franciscan escape the cycle of poverty.
Click on image to hear Glide Ensemble sing National Anthem Chase Center was alive on Saturday, October 31, as thousands of fans packed the arena
Rabbi Michael Lezak, GLIDE’s Social Justice Director, introduced The Alabama Solution film to its audience with a warning that the contents would be shattering and
Between the basketball games, face painting, and LEGO building, there was plenty to keep the kids busy at Phoenix Day. On Sunday, October 18, we
We celebrated an exciting milestone: the graduation of the first cohort of our Workforce Job Readiness Academy at our Transitional Age Youth (TAY) Center. Over the course of 12 weeks, participants worked to develop the skills, confidence, and knowledge needed to take the next steps toward employment and greater stability. The Academy covered job readiness, life skills, financial literacy, and employment exploration.
When Killer Mike visited GLIDE this week, he looked at The Shop and said, “This is beautiful. If you want to make a community healthier, go to the barbershop.” Killer Mike owns a barbershop in Atlanta that has a mission of lifting up men in the community who are out of work and help move them toward sustainable, lifelong careers. “I remember they told us we were crazy to open a barbershop in Edgewood, in the hood,” Killer Mike reminisced.
Meals served Every Year
People Received Hygiene Kits, Socks, and Blankets Last Year
People Volunteered Last Year
