Moments That Moved Our Mission Forward

In November 2025, Safe & Sound, as the backbone agency of the Family Services Alliance, helped convene the first-ever Children, Youth & Family Summit. More than 350 leaders, including representatives from 11 city departments, 80 nonprofit organizations, 20 foundations, four members of the Board of Supervisors, and San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie, came together to explore solutions that strengthen support systems for children and families across San Francisco. Through robust discussions and panels, participants advanced a shared vision for a more coordinated and sustainable future for children, youth, families, and the workforce that supports them. By bringing diverse partners together around a common goal, the Summit reinforced the power of collaboration to build stronger futures for generations to come.

In April, during Child Abuse Prevention Month, Safe & Sound hosted a Celebration of Parenthood at Bayview K.C. Jones Park, bringing together client families for an afternoon of connection, joy, and community.

Safe & Sound is grateful to the dedicated volunteers of Order of Malta FOOD Friends, a Bay Area service group whose generosity brings nourishment and connection to the families we serve throughout the year. Through our Monday Community Dinner Program, they prepare home-cooked meals for more than 150 children, parents, and caregivers each month. They also volunteer at parent and family events, helping create welcoming spaces where families can gather, learn, and thrive. Their ongoing commitment is a reminder that something as simple as a warm, home-cooked meal can bring comfort, strengthen connections, and help families feel supported.

For many years, Safe & Sound’s Holiday Toy Store has been a cherished annual tradition that brings joy and relief to hundreds of families during the holiday season. In 2025, more than 300 families attended the three-day event, with parents and caregivers selecting meaningful gifts for over 650 children.