Affordable Housing
Workshop & Drop-Ins

Are you a San Francisco resident looking to apply for affordable housing?
Join us for a free, in-person workshop where we'll guide you step-by-step through San Francisco’s DAHLIA affordable housing application process.

Where: Bill Sorro Housing Program (1338 Mission St. Fl. 3)
Housing Workshop: 10:00 - 11:00 AM
Drop-In Counseling: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM; 2:30 - 5:30 PM
Our doors will close from 12:30 PM to 2:30 PM for Lunch

What You'll Learn:

• How to navigate the DAHLIA online portal

• Tips for completing your housing application

• Understanding the Housing Lottery process

• Tips for clearing the pre-application process

Our workshop will be followed by a 1-on-1 drop-in clinic, where our trained team of Housing Navigators can help you with personalized tips for your affordable housing applications.

Can’t make it? Send an email to counseling@bishopsf.org or give us a call at (415) 513-5177 to inquire further.

Are you or anyone you know a senior in need of affordable housing?
The Bill Sorro Housing Program is here to help!

On Thursday, September 4, we’re hosting an affordable housing application workshop for 120 housing units currently open at 272 Folsom.

WORKSHOP DETAILS:
Date: Thursday, September 4th
Location: Canon Kip Senior Center - 705 Natoma St, San Francisco 94103
Time: Workshop @ 10AM, Assistance until 12PM
Languages: English, Arabic, Tagalog, and Spanish.

NO RSVP NEEDED; IN-PERSON ONLY; FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

HOUSING OPPORTUNITY:
Address: 272 Folsom St, San Francisco, CA 94105 (Transbay/Financial District)
Current openings: 32 Studios, 88 One-bedroom apartments (1BR)
Income Range: $648 - $5,845 per month (For 1-3 Seniors)
Rent Range: $324 - $1,440 per month

COME PREPARED!

Accepted Proof of Live/Work in San Francisco:

• Telephone bill (land line only), Cable or internet bill

• Electric, gas, or water bill

• Paystub, Public benefits record, or School record listing your home address

• Letter documenting homelessness from your service provider

They must show your name & current address, dated within 45 days of your application.

Don’t need help?
Visit housing.sfgov.org to create an account and get started on your housing application.

Questions? Contact us for more information about our application support services.
For more information, please call (415) 513-5177 or email us at counseling@bishopsf.org.

We look forward to helping you apply!

Are you or anyone you know a senior in need of affordable housing?
The Bill Sorro Housing Program is here to help!

On Monday, August 11, we’re hosting application workshops for two deeply affordable senior housing opportunities at Mercy Terrace and Maria Manor.

Workshop Details:
Dates: Monday, August 4 & Monday, August 11
Time: 10:30 AM
Location: 1110 Howard St, San Francisco, CA
Languages: English, Arabic, Tagalog, and Spanish.

NO RSVP NEEDED; IN-PERSON ONLY; FIRST COME FIRST SERVE

Housing Opportunities

1. Mercy Terrace

Address: 333 Baker St, San Francisco, CA 94117 (USF/Lone Mountain)
Available units:

• Current openings: 6 Studios, 18 One-bedroom apartments (1BR)
  Income Range: $0 - $7,254 per month (For 1-3 People)
  Rent Range: 30% of Income

2. Maria Manor (SRO only)

Address: 401 Rhine St, San Francisco, CA 94112 (TL)
Available units:

• 13 Single Room Occupancy units (SRO – one room, shared bathroom and/or kitchen)
  Income Range: $0 - $5,454 per month
  Estimated rent: 30% of income

COME PREPARED!

Accepted Documents:

• Telephone bill (land line only)

• Cable and internet bill

• Electric, gas, or water bill

• Paystub listing your home address

• Public benefits record

• School record

• Letter documenting homelessness from your service provider

They must show your name & current address, dated within 45 days of your application.

If you work at least 75% of your hours in San Francisco, please bring:

• Paystub with employer address, or letter from employer

Don’t need help?
Visit housing.sfgov.org to create an account and get started on your housing application.

Questions? Contact us for more information about our application support services.
For more information, please call (415) 513-5177 or email us at counseling@bishopsf.org.

We look forward to helping you apply!

Join us for an Affordable Housing Application Workshop!
(in English, Spanish, Tagalog, Arabic, & French!)

730 Stanyan - Application Workshop #3
Weds, July 2, 2025 | 3PM - 7PM | No RSVP Needed
San Francisco Public Library, PARK BRANCH (1833 Page St.)

About 730 Stanyan:

• Newly Constructed 100% Affordable Housing Complex

• Number of Homes Available: 95 units (via SF DAHLIA)

• Units Available: 19 studios, 26 1-bedrooms, 26 2-bedrooms & 24 3-bedrooms

• Household Sizes: 1-7 People per Household

• Rent Ranges: $728 - $2,817 per month*

*Section 8 vouchers and other valid rental subsidy programs can be used for this project.

Things You'll Enjoy:

• Community spaces for gathering and eventsAccessible units for residents with disabilities

• Convenient proximity to public transportation

• Right next to Whole Foods and Golden Gate Park

• On-site laundry facilities

Learn more about 730 Stanyan @ https://www.730stanyan.org/

***PLEASE BRING PROOF THAT YOU LIVE OR WORK IN SAN FRANCISCO, DATED WITHIN THE LAST 45 DAYS.***

Learn more about Accepted Documents @ https://housing.sfgov.org/document-checklist

Join us for an Affordable Housing Application Workshop!
(in English, Spanish, Tagalog, Arabic, & French!)

730 Stanyan - Application Workshop #3
Tues, July 1, 2025 | 3PM - 7PM | No RSVP Needed
San Francisco Public Library, MAIN BRANCH (100 Larkin St., Latino Room B)

About 730 Stanyan:

• Newly Constructed 100% Affordable Housing Complex

• Number of Homes Available: 95 units (via SF DAHLIA)

• Units Available: 19 studios, 26 1-bedrooms, 26 2-bedrooms & 24 3-bedrooms

• Household Sizes: 1-7 People per Household

• Rent Ranges: $728 - $2,817 per month*

*Section 8 vouchers and other valid rental subsidy programs can be used for this project.

Things You'll Enjoy:

• Community spaces for gathering and eventsAccessible units for residents with disabilities

• Convenient proximity to public transportation

• Right next to Whole Foods and Golden Gate Park

• On-site laundry facilities

Learn more about 730 Stanyan @ https://www.730stanyan.org/

***PLEASE BRING PROOF THAT YOU LIVE OR WORK IN SAN FRANCISCO, DATED WITHIN THE LAST 45 DAYS.***

Learn more about Accepted Documents @ https://housing.sfgov.org/document-checklist

Join us for an Affordable Housing Application Workshop!
(in English, Spanish, Tagalog, Arabic, & French!)

730 Stanyan - Application Workshop #2
Mon, Jun 30, 2025 | 10AM - 5PM | No RSVP Needed
San Francisco Public Library, MAIN BRANCH (100 Larkin St., Latino Room B)

About 730 Stanyan:

• Newly Constructed 100% Affordable Housing Complex

• Number of Homes Available: 95 units (via SF DAHLIA)

• Units Available: 19 studios, 26 1-bedrooms, 26 2-bedrooms & 24 3-bedrooms

• Household Sizes: 1-7 People per Household

• Rent Ranges: $728 - $2,817 per month*

*Section 8 vouchers and other valid rental subsidy programs can be used for this project.

Things You'll Enjoy:

• Community spaces for gathering and eventsAccessible units for residents with disabilities

• Convenient proximity to public transportation

• Right next to Whole Foods and Golden Gate Park

• On-site laundry facilities

Learn more about 730 Stanyan @ https://www.730stanyan.org/

***PLEASE BRING PROOF THAT YOU LIVE OR WORK IN SAN FRANCISCO, DATED WITHIN THE LAST 45 DAYS.***

Learn more about Accepted Documents @ https://housing.sfgov.org/document-checklist

Join us for an Affordable Housing Application Workshop!
(in English, Spanish, Tagalog, Arabic, & French!)

730 Stanyan - Application Workshop #1
Weds. June 18, 2025 | 12PM - 3PM | No RSVP Needed
San Francisco Public Library, PARK BRANCH (1833 Page St.)

About 730 Stanyan:

• Newly Constructed 100% Affordable Housing Complex

• Number of Homes Available: 95 units (via SF DAHLIA)

• Units Available: 19 studios, 26 1-bedrooms, 26 2-bedrooms & 24 3-bedrooms

• Household Sizes: 1-7 People per Household

• Rent Ranges: $728 - $2,817 per month*

*Section 8 vouchers and other valid rental subsidy programs can be used for this project.

Things You'll Enjoy:

• Community spaces for gathering and eventsAccessible units for residents with disabilities

• Convenient proximity to public transportation

• Right next to Whole Foods and Golden Gate Park

• On-site laundry facilities

Learn more about 730 Stanyan @ https://www.730stanyan.org/

***PLEASE BRING PROOF THAT YOU LIVE OR WORK IN SAN FRANCISCO, DATED WITHIN THE LAST 45 DAYS.***

Learn more about Accepted Documents @ https://housing.sfgov.org/document-checklist

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Morning Session)

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Afternoon Session)

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Afternoon Session)

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Morning Session)

¡Participe en un taller gratuito de Vivienda Asequible!

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Afternoon Session)

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Morning Session)

Housing Speaks! - Immigrant Housing Leadership Panel

Date: Thursday, May 15th, 2025
Time: 6:30-8:30 PM
Location: Bayanihan Community Center | 1010 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103

RSVP LINK: RSVP via Eventbrite (click/tap)
QUESTION SUBMISSION: https://forms.gle/mXfEh8fDFg9AEFRD8

"Housing Speaks!" is a critical community panel event addressing the language access and housing rights for immigrant communities in San Francisco.

We’re bringing together key leaders from immigrant-serving organizations to discuss immigration, language and housing access concerns & solutions with members of the San Francisco community.

Format:

• Panel discussion with community leaders (40-60 minutes)

• Community Q&A (30-40 minutes)

• Networking reception with meals provided (halal) (30 minutes)

Who Should Attend:

• Anyone interested in immigration & housing rights

• Housing advocates, case managers, service providers, non-profit members

• San Francisco tenants, especially from SoMa, Mission, and TL neighborhoods

• Media/Journalists encouraged to attend!

Don't miss this opportunity to join the conversation on how we can collectively protect housing access for immigrant communities in San Francisco!

RSVP LINK: RSVP via Eventbrite (click/tap)
QUESTION SUBMISSION: https://forms.gle/mXfEh8fDFg9AEFRD8

ورشة عمل القسم 8 للأسر العربية

انضم إلينا في ورشة عمل خاصة لمساعدة العائلات الناطقة باللغة العربية في التقدم بطلب للحصول على سكن القسم 8!

مديرو حالات الإسكان الناطقون بالعربية لدينا هنا لمساعدة العائلات في التقدم بطلبات السكن بموجب المادة 8. انضم إلينا للحصول على مساعدة مجانية من فريقنا، ولا تدع فرصة العثور على سكن بأسعار معقولة تفوتك!

١٣ مايو ٢٠٢٥
١١:٠٠ صباحًا - ٢:٠٠ ظهرًا
مركز كروك التابع لجيش الخلاص
٢٤٠ شارع تورك، سان فرانسيسكو، كاليفورنيا ٩٤١٠٢، الولايات المتحدة الأمريكية

Free Section 8 Support Sessions!

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of affordable housing or tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate your Section 8 (RAD/PBV) Housing Waitlist Application!

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please come prepared with the following:

(1) valid email address; (2)phone number; (3) full name for all household members; (4) date of birth for all household members; (5) Social Security number for all household members; and (6) gross annual income of all household members.

1110 Howard St.
May 12th & 14th
2:30 - 5:30 PM

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Morning Session)

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of affordable housing or tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate:

• Affordable Housing Application Assistance (DAHLIA)

• Tenants Rights Counseling

• Personalized Housing Plans

• ….and more!

Schedule:
Affordable Housing Workshop: 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Counseling: 10:30 - 12:30 PM | 2:30 - 5:30 PM

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please bring documentation that you live and/or work in San Francisco.

Any documentation related to your income is helpful if you are seeking DAHLIA assistance.

Come visit us!

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Afternoon Session)

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of affordable housing or tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate:

• Affordable Housing Application Assistance (DAHLIA)

• Tenants Rights Counseling

• Personalized Housing Plans

• ….and more!

Schedule:
Affordable Housing Workshop: 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Counseling: 11:00 - 12:30 PM | 2:30 - 5:30 PM

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please bring documentation that you live and/or work in San Francisco.

Any documentation related to your income is helpful if you are seeking DAHLIA assistance.

Come visit us!

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

Come join us for a free DAHLIA workshop!

Are you a San Francisco resident looking to apply for affordable housing? Join us for this free, in-person workshop where we'll guide you step-by-step through San Francisco’s DAHLIA affordable housing application process.

What You'll Learn:

• How to navigate the DAHLIA online portal

• Tips for completing your housing application

• Understanding the Housing Lottery process

• Tips for clearing the pre-application process

Our workshop will be followed by a 1-on-1 drop-in clinic, where our trained team of dedicated case managers can help you with personalized tips for your affordable housing applications.

Any questions? Send an email to info@bishopsf.org or give us a call at (415) 513-5177!

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling (Morning Session)

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of affordable housing or tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate:

• Affordable Housing Application Assistance (DAHLIA)

• Tenants Rights Counseling

• Personalized Housing Plans

• ….and more!

Schedule:
Affordable Housing Workshop: 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Counseling: 10:30 - 12:30 PM | 2:30 - 5:30 PM

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please bring documentation that you live and/or work in San Francisco.

Any documentation related to your income is helpful if you are seeking DAHLIA assistance.

Come visit us!

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of personalized housing & tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate:

• Affordable Housing Application Assistance (DAHLIA)

• Tenants Rights Counseling

• Personalized Housing Plans

• ….and more

Schedule:
Affordable Housing Workshop: First 3 Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Clinic: First 3 Mondays, 11:30 - 12:30 PM | 2:30 - 5:30 PM

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please bring documentation that you live and/or work in San Francisco.

Any documentation related to your income is helpful if you are seeking DAHLIA assistance.

Come visit us!

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

إنضم إلينا في ورشة عمل الإسكان المجانية !

هل أنت مقيم في سان فرانسيسكو وتتطلع إلى التقدم بطلب للحصول على سكن ميسور التكلفة؟

إنضم إلينا في ورشة العمل المجانية هذه حيث سنقدم لك الإرشاد الشامل خطوة بخطوة لعملية تقديم طلب للحصول على سكن بأسعار معقولة في سان فرانسيسكو..

(لا حاجة للحجز للمشاركة في هذا الحدث).

ما ستتعلمه :

كيفية تصفح بوابة DAHLIA على الإنترنت

نصائح لاستكمال طلب السكن الخاص بك

فهم عملية قرعة الإسكان

نصائح عملية ما قبل تقديم الطلبات

ستتبع ورشة العمل عيادة فردية في الساعة 2:30، حيث يمكن لفريقنا المدرب من مديري الحالات المتخصصين مساعدتك بنصائح مخصصة لطلبات الإسكان الميسور التكلفة.

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of personalized housing & tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate:

• Affordable Housing Application Assistance (DAHLIA)

• Tenants Rights Counseling

• Personalized Housing Plans

• ….and more

Schedule:
Affordable Housing Workshop: First 3 Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Clinic: First 3 Mondays, 11:30 - 12:30 PM | 2:30 - 5:30 PM

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please bring documentation that you live and/or work in San Francisco.

Any documentation related to your income is helpful if you are seeking DAHLIA assistance.

Come visit us!

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

¡Participe en un taller gratuito de DAHLIA!

Este taller está dirigido a los residentes hispanohablantes de San Francisco. (This event is for Spanish-speaking residents)

No es necesario reservar: ¡sólo hay que presentarse a las 10:30!

¿Es usted residente de San Francisco y desea solicitar una vivienda asequible? Acompáñenos en este taller presencial gratuito, en el que le guiaremos paso a paso por el proceso de solicitud de vivienda asequible DAHLIA en San Francisco.

Lo que aprenderá

• Cómo navegar por el portal en línea DAHLIA.

• Consejos para completar su solicitud de vivienda.

• Entender el proceso de la Lotería de Vivienda.

• Consejos para superar el proceso de solicitud previa.

Nuestro taller será seguido por una clínica de uno-a-uno a las 2:30 pm, donde nuestro equipo capacitado de gestores de casos dedicados puede ayudarle con asesoramiento personalizado para sus solicitudes de vivienda asequible.

Free 1-on-1 Drop-In Counseling

(Languages available: English, Tagalog, العربية, Español, & Français)

Are you a resident of San Francisco in need of personalized housing & tenant support?

Visit us for a drop-in counseling session, where our dedicated team will help you navigate:

• Affordable Housing Application Assistance (DAHLIA)

• Tenants Rights Counseling

• Personalized Housing Plans

• ….and more

Schedule:
Affordable Housing Workshop: First 3 Mondays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Drop-In Clinic: First 3 Mondays, 11:30 - 12:30 PM | 2:30 - 5:30 PM

This is a judgment-free space where you'll receive compassionate, personalized attention to get the affordable housing support you need.

Sessions are completely free and no appointments are necessary.

Please bring documentation that you live and/or work in San Francisco.

Any documentation related to your income is helpful if you are seeking DAHLIA assistance.

Come visit us!

Can’t make it to this session? Click/tap to schedule an appointment with us.

Come join us for a free DAHLIA workshop!

Are you a San Francisco resident looking to apply for affordable housing? Join us for this free, in-person workshop where we'll guide you step-by-step through San Francisco’s DAHLIA affordable housing application process.

What You'll Learn:

• How to navigate the DAHLIA online portal

• Tips for completing your housing application

• Understanding the Housing Lottery process

• Tips for clearing the pre-application process

Our workshop will be followed by a 1-on-1 drop-in clinic, where our trained team of dedicated case managers can help you with personalized tips for your affordable housing applications.