The San Francisco Public Library
In addition to library services, there are also free workshops, events, and classes. They offer events in multiple languages, in-person and online. Check out the jobs page for resources and workshops.
The San Francisco Office of Employment and Workforce Development (OEWD)
Employment services organized from the Mayor's Office. They have training, job fairs, events, and job listings. Includes jobs at SFO and all over San Francisco.
Mission Hiring Hall
Training and job placement in San Francisco. Includes programs for restaurant workers, construction workers, and security guards. They are focused on low-income and immigrant job seekers.
Mission Economic Development Agency
Workshops, training, and job placement in English and Spanish. They have a variety of programs, including tech and IT training. They focus on low- and moderate- income job seekers. Get started by coming to their office or filling out their online form and checking the "Workforce Development" box.
City Career Center
Workshops and one-on-one career counseling designed to help people apply for jobs within city government. This is a part of the City's Department of Human Resources.
JobsNOW!
Free job placement and computer training for people who live in San Francisco and receive public benefits or are former foster youth.
Jewish Vocational Services (JVS)
Free training, classes, job and internship placement. They are focused on skilled trades but also have some entry-level programs. Most of their programs involve some in-person and some online work. Some of their programs require a HS Diploma or GED. You do not need to be Jewish.
Independent Living Resource Center
Free resources for independent living. Events, advocacy, workshops, a job board, and a library of assistive devices. You do not need any proof of disability or medical certification to receive services at the Independent Living Resource Center.
Access to City Employment (ACE)
The ACE program helps people with disabilities apply to jobs with the city government of San Francisco.
Limited Examination and Appointment Program (LEAP)
LEAP is a pathway into jobs with the State of California, designed for people who have disabilities.
Community Living Campaign
The Community Living Campaign offers classes and connections to help seniors and people with disabilities live in the community. They even have free computer classes in many languages. Their schedule lists in-person and Zoom classes. They provide job placement in part-time jobs through the SF ReServe Employment Program.
Golden Date Regional Center (GGRC)
Services and supports for people with developmental disabilities, including advocacy and case management. GGRC approval can provide funding for people to become clients of the Arc, Toolworks, and other agencies.
The California Department of Rehabilitation (DOR)
Resources for work and independent living, including job coaching.
The Arc
Classes, services, and community for adults who have intellectual disabilities. Includes job placement and job coaching, and much more. You can take some of the virtual classes at the Arc Hub even if you're not an Arc client.
Toolworks
Classes, services, and community for adults who have disabilities. Includes job placement and job coaching, and much more. Specialized services for people who are Deaf or hard-of-hearing and those who are homeless or at risk for homelessness.
Craigslist San Francisco
Easy-to-use job board, no registration needed.
SF Made
A job board for jobs mostly in SF, plus some in the East Bay. You can search specifically for entry-level jobs, part-time, full-time, and more.
Volunteer Match
Lists volunteer opportunities all over the Bay Area.
San Francisco Disability Cultural Center
A newsletter, hang-out space, and free events on a wide variety of topics. They have online and in-person events, including games, art, discussion, and much more.
Disability Voices United
A statewide advocacy organization. Policy information, advocacy training, discussions, a speaker's bureau, disability rights resources, a state-wide equity conference, and more.
Food Locator for San Francisco and Marin County, in 6 languages
Register to Vote in California , Update your voting information
Adult Basic Education Websites
A list of web resources for education, including ESL, reading, writing, math, and more.
Community Music Center
A wide variety of music classes in the Mission, Bernal Heights, and the Richmond. Most of the their programs cost money, but the Neighborhood Choirs are free, and specifically planned for older adults and people with disabilities.
More to come...