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PRC PRC helps those affected by HIV/AIDS, substance use, or mental health issues realize their best selves. Their education. How others see them.

There’s more to health than just, “Are you sick or well?” True wellness goes so much deeper than that. To truly help a person, you must help them on every level, assess and address all the social factors that affect them: Their environment. How they see themselves. But, up against so much, trying to change so many things, we simply cannot do it alone. We need you there, too, fighting right alongside us. At PRC, we believe that everyone – regardless of their situation – has value and potential, and we fight tirelessly to help them realize that, by directly tackling these social factors. With your help, we help our clients realize their best selves. By helping them stabilize their housing. Develop the skills to find and keep a job. Overcome substance and mental health issues. Secure income and healthcare benefits. And, most importantly, by giving them hope, and a path to new opportunities. Together, we can shine a light on the causes that affect our clients and ensure they get the attention and respect they deserve. Because when people have the ability to realize their potential, to lead stronger and more productive lives, they add to – not take away from – the community. So help us improve our community by helping its most vulnerable members.

04/03/2026

Last week, we had the opportunity to share an exciting milestone for The Unseen Class—a documentary centered on the health journeys of seven Black trans individuals—at a rough impact screening hosted by Fancy Films in Los Angeles.

This screening brought together a group of documentary filmmakers and industry professionals to view the latest cut of the film and offer feedback as we move into the final stages of production. It also marked the first time the film was experienced on the big screen with full theater sound—an incredibly powerful moment for our team.

The response was overwhelmingly positive, with thoughtful discussion around how the film balances grief, resilience, and joy, and how it can serve both as a reflection for the Black trans community and an educational tool for broader audiences.

We’re deeply grateful for the insights shared and for spaces like this that support impact-driven storytelling. We look forward to continuing this journey and sharing more soon.

03/11/2026

Tonight! Open House at PRC ❤️
5-7pm

RSVP at prcsf.org

03/11/2026

The next time you visit our Integrated Service Center at 170 9th Street, check out the beautiful photos featuring PRC Baker Places residences in our lobby❤️

03/04/2026

📣PRC’s Open House📣
Wednesday, March 11th
5:00pm - 7:00pm

At PRC’s Integrated Services Center
170 9th Street
SF, CA, 94103

RSVP at prcsf.org

Join us for the fourth annual open invitation to tour PRC headquarters. See first-hand the breadth of our services, our dedicated program staff, our incredible volunteers, and the spaces where our life-changing services take place.

Are you receiving SSI and/or SSDI and working or planning to return to work?Learn about how working affects eligibility ...
03/04/2026

Are you receiving SSI and/or SSDI and working or planning to return to work?

Learn about how working affects eligibility to receive disability income and how to avoid costly pitfalls

-Learn the impact of working when receiving SSI and SSDI
-Learn how to appropriately report earnings

Join PRC’s Equal Access to Healthcare Program team for this free, online workshop:

Working While Receiving Disability Benefits Workshop
Thursday, March 26th, 2026
10a-12p
In-person at PRC
170 9th Street, SF

✏️RSVP required: bit.ly/prcmarch

➡️Free & open to the public⬅️

❓For more info: EAHP@prcsf.org

02/26/2026

Earlier this month, the in partnership with Black Action Alliance, Fox News, CalVoices, Black Women Organized for Political Action and others, kicked off Black History Month by co-hosting the first televised bipartisan 2026 California gubernatorial candidate debate.

Held at the Ruth Williams Bayview Opera House in San Francisco, the debate created a critical platform to center Black and other marginalized communities, lived experience, and policy priorities that are often left out in statewide political discourse.

The debate featured gubernatorial candidates Xavier Becerra (D), Steve Hilton (R), Matt Mahan (D), Tom Steyer (D), Tony Thurmond 9D), Antonio Villaraigosa (D), and Betty Yee (D)

The policy priorities elevated during the debate reflect the lived realities of PRC clients and the ongoing fight for housing stability, health equity, economic opportunity, and dignity for all.

The will continue to create forums that make these issues visible and advocate for systems that are equitable, accessible, and responsive to the needs of those most impacted.

We are deeply grateful for the ‘s enduring partnership and the powerful example of community in action. As PRC’s longes...
02/24/2026

We are deeply grateful for the ‘s enduring partnership and the powerful example of community in action. As PRC’s longest-running community fundraiser, the Bare Chest Calendar has now raised more than $2 million for our work since 1984.

On February 19 at Powerhouse Bar, the 2026 Bare Chest Calendar Men presented PRC and fellow beneficiaries with a check totaling $231,058 from this season’s fundraising efforts.

PRC’s CEO Dr. Deborah Hawkes energized the crowd and underscored the tremendous impact of this partnership. With funding for HIV services and testing facing significant cuts, she emphasized that community-led fundraising efforts like BCC are not just meaningful; they are essential to sustaining services for the more than 5,000 clients PRC supports annually.

Thank you Bare Chest Calendar!

PRC’s CEO Dr. Deborah Hawkes recently joined the fourth gathering of ‘Aging While Black SF’, part of a national movemen...
02/23/2026

PRC’s CEO Dr. Deborah Hawkes recently joined the fourth gathering of ‘Aging While Black SF’, part of a national movement led by Raymond Jetson and Kali Graves, dedicated to improving the aging experience of Black elders through three pillars:

Recalibrate the village, embrace innovation, and lean into Sankofa. (The Sankofa bird represents the wisdom of the elders as invaluable and must be systemically embraced to build stronger communities).

We will continue to work with Raymond and Kali on recommendations that stem from the needs of the Black aging community here in SF.

We're deeply concerned about how proposed budget reductions to HIV grant funding will affect people we serve. These cut...
02/15/2026

We're deeply concerned about how proposed budget reductions to HIV grant funding will affect people we serve. These cuts are not abstract - they translate directly into housing instability, untreated health needs, and reduced access to essential services that keep people safe and stable.

Budgets reflect priorities, and priorities reflect values.

We call on our leaders at all levels of government to reverse proposed cuts and protect the community-based infrastructure that keeps San Francisco safe, equitable, and a place people know they can get support.

The San Francisco Department of Public Health says the Centers for Disease Control is pulling $8 million in grants which will largely impact HIV treatment an...

02/13/2026

Are you a San Francisco frontline worker who wants to understand how to best support your immigrant clients?

➡️Know Your Rights Regardless of Immigration Status
IN-PERSON Workshop⬅️

Presented in English and Spanish
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
10am-11am
At PRC: 170 9th Street, SF

Immigration updates (e.g., the Trump Admin has been terminating TPS and parole for folks, making people undocumented)

Navigating clients to legal and health resources

What to do when legal/health services are not available/are at capacity and cannot support

Prepping for ICE encounters

FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
RSVP Required: bit.ly/prc224

For information or questions: EAHP@PRCSF.ORG

Conozca Sus Derechos Independientemente del estado migratorio
Taller PRESENCIAL
Presentado en Inglés y Español

Martes, 24 de Febrero de 2026
10:00 am - 11:00 am
En PRC: 170 9th Street, SF

Actualizaciones en leyes de inmigración (por ejemplo, la administración Trump ha estado terminando el TPS y libertad condicional para las personas, volviéndolas indocumentadas)

Cómo guiar a los clientes hacia recursos legales y de salud

Qué hacer cuando los servicios legales o de salud no están disponibles o están al límite de su capacidad y no pueden brindar apoyo

Preparación para encuentros con ICE

GRATIS Y ABIERTO AL PÚBLICO
Inscripción necesaria: bit.ly/prc224

Para información o preguntas: EAHP@PRCSF.ORG

Are you receiving SSI and/or SSDI and working or planning to return to work?Learn about how working affects eligibility ...
02/11/2026

Are you receiving SSI and/or SSDI and working or planning to return to work?

Learn about how working affects eligibility to receive disability income and how to avoid costly pitfalls

-Learn the impact of working when receiving SSI and SSDI
-Learn how to appropriately report earnings

Join PRC’s Equal Access to Healthcare Program team for this free, online workshop:

Working While Receiving Disability Benefits Workshop
Thursday, February 26th, 2026
10a-12p
ONLINE via Zoom

✏️RSVP: givebutter.com/febworking

➡️Free & open to the public⬅️

❓For more info: EAHP@prcsf.org

We are grateful to partner for this event in honor of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and for ongoing collaboratio...
02/06/2026

We are grateful to partner for this event in honor of National Black HIV/AIDS Awareness Day and for ongoing collaboration for health equity with this group!

Join the upcoming screening and discussion:

Unexpected
Real Talk on Love, S*x and Safety
February 13th
6:30 - 8:30 pm
UMOJA Health Access Point (HAP)
5000 3rd Street, SF

➡️➡️ RSVP in bio ⬅️⬅️

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San Francisco, CA
94103

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

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There’s more to health than just, “Are you sick or well?” True wellness goes so much deeper than that. To truly help a person, you must help them on every level, assess and address all the social factors that affect them: Their environment. Their education. How others see them. How they see themselves. But, up against so much, trying to change so many things, we simply cannot do it alone. We need you there, too, fighting right alongside us. At PRC, we believe that everyone – regardless of their situation – has value and potential, and we fight tirelessly to help them realize that, by directly tackling these social factors. With your help, we help our clients realize their best selves. By helping them stabilize their housing. Develop the skills to find and keep a job. Overcome substance and mental health issues. Secure income and healthcare benefits. And, most importantly, by giving them hope, and a path to new opportunities. Together, we can shine a light on the causes that affect our clients and ensure they get the attention and respect they deserve. Because when people have the ability to realize their potential, to lead stronger and more productive lives, they add to – not take away from – the community. So help us improve our community by helping its most vulnerable members.