AGENCY
Nonprofit sector business development
San Francisco’s central point of information for tax-exempt, not-for-profit businesses.
AGENCY
Nonprofit sector business development
San Francisco’s central point of information for tax-exempt, not-for-profit businesses.
Find funding opportunities for arts, youth, employment, health, housing and wellness services in San Francisco.
Visit the Permit Center (49 South Van Ness) for help with permits.
Information and resources to choose a location, set up your business, and prepare your space.
Consult with a nonprofit specialist
Fill out the form and a case manager will contact you.Submit an interest formResources
New organizations
If you engage in business in San Francisco, you must register and renew your registration annually.
First Year Free is a new program that waives the cost of many business fees for qualifying businesses.
San Francisco's central point of information for small businesses.
Existing organizations
Organizational development
Permits and real estate
Free, on-demand templates to support your nonprofit in navigating real estate and financial management needs.
Learn what types of businesses are allowed at a particular location in San Francisco
About
Nonprofits deliver critical services for the most vulnerable in our communities, advance shared and equitable prosperity, and enrich and expand our appreciation of diverse arts and cultures. Approximately 1 in 6 employed residents work for a nonprofit business.
Through its Business Development division, the Office of Economic and Workforce Development provides high-quality direct assistance and programs to help nonprofits start, grow and thrive.
Nonprofit team
Contact information
Nonprofit Resource Development Specialist
jerry.trotter@sfgov.org