Meeting Community Needs

For Almost 50 Years

Our Mission

Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center (BHNC) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization working to preserve and enhance the ethnic, cultural, and economic diversity of Bernal Heights, the Excelsior, and surrounding neighborhoods. We promote action to build a just and equitable community for all. BHNC focuses on the needs of people with low and moderate incomes.

2000+

PEOPLE SERVED EACH YEAR

600+

AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNITS

100+

ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS

500+

FAMILIES RECEIVING FOOD SERVICES

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Learn more about the programs, services, and resources Bernal Heights Neighborhood Center provides. 

How Can We Help?

BHNC can provide and connect you with a variety of resources depending on your needs.

Affordable Housing

BHNC develops, preserves and rehabilitates affordable housing throughout San Francisco. Our housing programs are designed to support low income adults and their families, including seniors and those with special needs.

Senior Programs

Residents age 60+ and adults of any age with disabilities have access to a range of resources, including food pantries, health and wellness programs, and referrals for City resources.

Adult Employment

BHNC guides participants through career exploration, the job search, resume preparation, interview practice, and more.

Youth Services

BHNC works with the Mayor’s Youth Education and Employment Program (MYEEP) to provide youth with career and academic support.

Service Connection

We connect families at San Francisco’s Alemany and Holly Court RAD sites with City agencies and services.

News & Events

More events coming soon.

Monday, July 13

3300 Information Sessions

3300 Mission Affordable Housing Information Session
Monday, July 13th
5:30 pm–6:30pm
BAUKUNST, 433 CORTLAND AVE.

This workshop is free and open to the public. No RSVP required.

During this workshop, you’ll learn:

  • Eligibility and income requirements
  • How the DAHLIA housing lottery works
  • Steps to prepare your application documents
  • Important dates and resources

Interested in living here?
Join the 3300 Mission Street Interest List:
https://bhnc.org/housing/3300-mission-street-interest-list/

Question? Email 3300mission@bhnc.org

Sunday, September 20

Fiesta on the Hill

Fiesta on the Hill 2026

Fiesta on the Hill is BHNC’s biggest fundraiser of the year and a celebration of our wonderful Bernal Heights community. The event is family-friendly and features activities for everyone, including face painting, arts and crafts, community resources, and much more. Join us on September 20, 2026, 10am-4pm.
 
Vendor registration is now open through July 17!* Spots are limited. First come, first serve. Apply today at the link below. 

*Regular registration will be open July 18-September 11, or until booths sell out.

Fiesta on the Hill 2026

September 20
Early registration for vendors now open through July 17!

Important Construction Update

Street Trenching on San Jose Avenue and 29th Street