APA Family Support Services

APA Family Support Services APAFSS’s mission is to promote healthy children and families.

We advocate for culturally competent services through education, community building, and leadership development. We strengthen low-moderate income families in San Francisco with a comprehensive set of services to prevent and treat problems that may occur as a result of stress, barriers and challenges of language, finances, and lack of resources.

Donate Your Car, Create a Lasting Impact ❤️ Recently, we received a very special donation — a pristine 2020 Mercedes-Ben...
04/21/2026

Donate Your Car, Create a Lasting Impact ❤️

Recently, we received a very special donation — a pristine 2020 Mercedes-Benz with only 4,600 miles on it.

This wasn’t just any car. It belonged to a longtime friend of APAFSS. Years ago, he and his family donated their first car to us. They have known and supported our work for many years because they saw firsthand how we help needy families right here in San Francisco.

Recently, this kind gentleman passed away after a battle with cancer. In his memory, his wife — now in her 80s — and their two sons made a beautiful decision together. They chose to donate this nearly brand-new Mercedes to APAFSS in honor of their beloved husband and father.

They told us: “He was always so impressed by the work APAFSS does for families in need. He kept talking about it. This is how we want to remember him — by continuing the support he believed in so deeply.”

We are deeply moved and grateful.

Reminder to our community:
At APAFSS, we accept cars in any condition — running or not running. We provide free towing anywhere in the nation, handle all the paperwork, and your donation is tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.

Your old car can become hope, stability, and a brighter future for local families.

If you have a vehicle, a boat or an electric wheelchair you no longer need, please consider donating it to APAFSS. Just like this beautiful family did — in honor of someone they loved.

📞 Call us at 415-616-9797 or visit https://www.apafss.org/car-donation today.

Thank you for helping us turn vehicles into lasting impact.

Every car counts. Every story matters.

📣 APAFSS Community Workshop: Fraud Awareness & Give Yourself Some CreditJoin us for a helpful, interactive session on st...
04/17/2026

📣 APAFSS Community Workshop: Fraud Awareness & Give Yourself Some Credit

Join us for a helpful, interactive session on staying safe from fraud and boosting your confidence with smart financial habits—so you can take charge of your money with pride!

🗓 Date: Wednesday, May 20, 2026
🕐 Time: 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM
📍 Venue: APAFSS Chinatown Family Resource Center
518 Grant Ave, San Francisco

💬 Language: Mandarin (English support available)
🎟 Raffle: $25 gift cards (while supplies last!)
🍪 Snacks: Light snacks will be available

Come learn, ask questions, and leave with practical tips you can use right away. We look forward to seeing you!

🎉 Join us for the AAPI Family Wonderfest! 🎉Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day of arts & crafts, face pai...
04/16/2026

🎉 Join us for the AAPI Family Wonderfest! 🎉

Bring your family and friends for a fun-filled day of arts & crafts, face painting, music, dance, cultural performances, and more! Enjoy free ice cream from Mister Softee, meet the SF Bookmobile, and take part in the Sunflower Planting with FSCA SPOA.

📅 Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
🕚 Time: 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM
📍 Location: Gordon J. Lau Elementary School
949 Washington St, San Francisco, CA

✨ FREE EVENT – Everyone’s welcome! ✨
Scan the QR code on the flyer to register today!

Questions? Call us at 415-788-1008.

From a family van to a full-size truck — our food recovery work just leveled up. 🚛APAFSS is proud to announce our new co...
04/15/2026

From a family van to a full-size truck — our food recovery work just leveled up. 🚛

APAFSS is proud to announce our new collaboration with Food Connect!

It started scrappy: our staff and their families volunteering their own vehicles to recover cosmetically imperfect — but completely edible — produce from SF Market, keeping good food out of landfills and onto the tables of families in need.

Thanks to Food Connect, families at our new Excelsior center now benefit from:
🚛 Larger trucks to nearly double the food we recover
📦 Reliable logistics for pickup and drop-off
🌿 More culturally appropriate food that reflects the communities we serve

More families. More food. More dignity.

Huge gratitude to SF Market, our dedicated staff, and Food Connect for making this possible.

🌟 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Youth Event! APA Family Support Services invites youth and families to an exciting day of con...
04/11/2026

🌟 Join Us for a Fun-Filled Youth Event!

APA Family Support Services invites youth and families to an exciting day of connection, creativity, and fun! 🎉

✨ Event Highlights:
🧋 Boba Bar
🎤 Karaoke
📸 Photobooth Station
🎲 Games & Raffles

📅Date: April 26, 2026, Sunday
🕰️Time: 12-3pm
📍 Location :
4377 Mission St., San Francisco, CA 94112
👧🧒 Ages :13-18

Scan QR code for registration. Come meet new friends, enjoy activities, and be part of our vibrant community! 💛

🌱 Great session at our monthly staff meeting!Thank you to the team from   for an informative and practical presentation ...
04/06/2026

🌱 Great session at our monthly staff meeting!

Thank you to the team from for an informative and practical presentation on proper waste sorting and recycling.

Our staff learned in detail how to correctly separate waste into Compost, Landfill, and Recycle streams. We now have a much clearer understanding of what items can be composted, what goes into recycling, and how to do it the right way.

Every small improvement in our daily sorting habits brings us one step closer to a cleaner and greener environment.

Together, we’re making a real difference! 💚

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to reflect on the role we all play in protecting children and stre...
04/06/2026

April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month—a time to reflect on the role we all play in protecting children and strengthening families.

At APA Family Support Services, we are deeply committed to prevention and to supporting healthy child development in our communities. In partnership with Child Protective Services (CPS), we work to prevent child abuse by providing families with the resources, guidance, and support they need to create safe, stable, and nurturing environments.

Every day, our team walks alongside families navigating challenges. Child abuse prevention is a shared responsibility.

This month, we honor those dedicated to this work and reaffirm our commitment to protecting children and supporting families—every day of the year.

🌟 From Isolation to Empowerment: a client’s Inspiring Journey with APAFSSWhen 20-year-old NP first arrived from mainland...
03/27/2026

🌟 From Isolation to Empowerment: a client’s Inspiring Journey with APAFSS

When 20-year-old NP first arrived from mainland China, she was quietly battling depression, language barriers, and undiagnosed ADHD. Withdrawn and overwhelmed, she poured herself into art and games while avoiding school, friends, and any talk about her future. Avoidance had become her shield.

But something beautiful happened when we met her where she was—through the things she loved most: art and gaming. Slowly, we helped her reimagine academics not as pressure, but as the bridge to her dream of creating her own video games.

With patience, creativity, and consistent support, NP began turning in assignments, embracing English learning, and setting real goals for college. Her mother joined parent counseling, and together we connected the family with a psychiatrist. For the first time, NP felt grounded, hopeful, and truly seen.

When her mother had to return to mainland China and food insecurity hit, our entire APAFSS team stepped up—linking arms across therapy, case management, and our food pantry to deliver emergency groceries, SNAP guidance, and unwavering care.

Today, NP is more connected to her mom, focused on her future, and stepping confidently into her potential. 💪

This is the power of holistic, culturally responsive support—therapy + family work + practical help—wrapped in compassion.

At APAFSS, we don’t just treat challenges… we walk alongside young immigrants as they build the lives they dream of.

03/24/2026

🎨 Hey parents!
Want to see your child’s artwork turned into a beautiful printed card and celebrated as a winner?
These are the stunning winning works from our past Children’s Art Contests — proudly printed as collectible cards!
🌟 Good news: The 2026 Children’s Art Contest deadline has been extended to April 10!
There’s still time for your creative kid to join and have their talent showcased just like these amazing pieces.
Watch the video to see what winning looks like 👀
👉 Submit now before it’s too late! https://www.apafss.org/artcontest2026

🎨✨ Deadline Extended! Children’s Art Contest 2026 ✨🎨Great news, young artists and families! Due to popular demand, we’ve...
03/19/2026

🎨✨ Deadline Extended! Children’s Art Contest 2026 ✨🎨

Great news, young artists and families! Due to popular demand, we’ve extended the submission deadline for our 2026 Children’s Art Contest to

🗓 Friday, April 10, 2026 at 11:59 PM

This year’s theme, “AAPI Harmony: Unity and Diversity,” invites children and youth ages 4–16 across the Bay Area to celebrate the beauty of shared values and unique cultural identities within AAPI communities.

We encourage participants to explore how traditions, languages, stories, foods, and art come together in respect, understanding, and joy — showing that our differences enrich us and our shared bonds unite us. 💛

🌟 Selected artworks will be featured in a special three-month public exhibition at the San Francisco Portsmouth Square Garage!

Don’t miss this meaningful opportunity to showcase creativity and celebrate AAPI heritage.

📍 Open to: Bay Area children ages 4–16
📅 New Deadline: April 10, 2026 (11:59 PM)
🔗 Learn more & submit: https://www.apafss.org/artcontest2026
📧 Need art supplies? Contact: artcontest@apafss.org

Spread the word and let’s see your beautiful creations! 🎨🌈

💕 Celebrating Our Amazing Moms at 1099 Sunnydale Ave!Last week, our center was filled with joy, laughter, and connection...
03/16/2026

💕 Celebrating Our Amazing Moms at 1099 Sunnydale Ave!

Last week, our center was filled with joy, laughter, and connection as we hosted two beautiful Baby Showers for Spanish- and English-speaking moms and moms-to-be — including new moms with babies 12 months old and under — at our center located at 1099 Sunnydale Ave. 💕👶

It was a wonderful opportunity for participants to connect with fellow moms, build community, and discover valuable local resources available to support their families. We are especially grateful to our sponsor, Anthem Blue Cross Medi-Cal, for sharing important community resources and helping make this event possible. 💙

Moms also took part in an empowering mental health seminar focused on self-care — a meaningful reminder that caring for yourself is just as important as caring for your little one. 🧠✨

The celebrations included fun games, thoughtful gifts, and plenty of smiles all around! 🎁🎉

Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped create such a warm, supportive space for our families. We look forward to continuing to uplift and celebrate our amazing moms! 💐

Your Voice MattersWe invite community members to participate in a confidential survey led by API Health Parity Coalition...
03/12/2026

Your Voice Matters

We invite community members to participate in a confidential survey led by API Health Parity Coalition (APIHPC) to improve San Francisco DPH Health Access Points for HIV, STI, and Hepatitis C care. They are gathering community feedback to help reduce stigma, remove barriers, and strengthen access to care.

The survey is confidential, and your input will directly support system improvements.
🗓 Deadline: March 31, 2026

Help us build better, more accessible care for everyone.

*When completing the survey, please select APIHPC when asked "At what organization are you taking this survey".

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10 Nottingham Place
San Francisco, CA
94133

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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