Jamestown Stories
Jamestown Continues To Meet Community Needs During Pandemic
Familia, we all know this past year has been challenging beyond measure. Our world and our communities have dealt with an incredible amount of hardship. Despite these setbacks, we have seen the Mission District rise up in the face of adversity and work together to meet our collective needs.
My Jamestown Journey
My name is Teya Hernandez, I am a 16-year old High School student at Immaculate Conception Academy. As a longtime participant in Jamestown programming, I wanted to share my experience on how it has helped shape me into the person I am today.
Jamestown Persists Amidst School Closures and City Lockdowns
Familia, we hope you are staying safe and healthy during these difficult times. Jamestown, along with our community partners, have done our best to remain adaptable to the circumstances and continue working to ensure our communities are safe and informed on COVID-19.
Girls Got Goals Kicks Off Season Play!
After spending last semester training under the tutelage of a dedicated coaching staff, our Girls Got Goals participants are ready to hit the pitch!
Jamestown Partners With UnidosUs
Jamestown is honored to announce we are now an affiliate of UnidosUS (formerly NCLR) the largest Latino Advocacy Organization in the country. Jamestown was one of just six organizations nationwide selected to join the affiliate network this year.
Loco Bloco Presents - Back Of The Bus: A 14-Mission Love Story
Loco Bloco is looking forward to a wonderful ride this year after taking home the First Place Overall prize in 2018’s Carnaval San Francisco -- Loco Bloco and The Jamestown Community Center are proud to announce our 2019 theme, BACK OF THE BUS: A 14-Mission Love Story.
Executive Director Myrna Melgar Receives Local Government Award
In what has been a milestone year for The Jamestown Community Center, the accolades and recognition from the community continue with AISAF selecting Executive Director Myrna Melgar, as the recipient of a Local Government Award for 2018.
ReclaMisión 2018
In honor of Dia De Los Muertos, Jamestown and Loco Bloco celebrated our second annual ReclaMisión community event. Brava Theater became a sacred space for an evening of ceremony, music, art and dance. Hundreds passed through to pay their respects and enjoy the performances.
Jamestown Hosts "Keeping The Promise" Event With MEDA
In celebration of Mission Promise Neighborhood’s (MPN) two-year $6 million extension grant from the U.S. Department of Education, Jamestown hosted a community event at Buena Vista Horace with keynote speeches from House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, San Francisco Mayor London Breed, Supervisor Hillary Ronen and School Board Commissioner Mark Sanchez.
Jamestown Celebrates Latino Hispanic Heritage Month with the Cast of ON YOUR FEET!
Jamestown brought in Latino Hispanic Heritage Month in epic fashion with SHN Golden Gate Theater and the cast of the On Your Feet! the Broadway musical inspired by the life and music of Gloria Estefan.
Mayor London Breed Visits BVHM
Jamestown Community Center had the honor of hosting San Francisco Mayor London Breed for our Soar with Reading event at Buena Vista Horace Mann K-8.