Ending homelessness in San Francisco

To support a more effective and accountable system, we have identified five key areas that make up a Continuum of Care (CoC) model. This framework is designed to be measurable, community-driven, and grounded in cross-sector collaboration. These five areas offer a structured approach to reducing—and ultimately ending—homelessness, while building long-term pathways to stability for unhoused individuals.

The five key areas are:

Across the San Francisco Bay Area, many nonprofits, service providers, and grassroots initiatives are actively engaged in one or more of these focus areas. Below is a selection of local organizations, themes, and topic areas that illustrate both the ongoing challenges and some of the innovative solutions being explored to end homelessness in our region.