We all deserve safe and affordable housing, healthy and abundant food, quality and accessible healthcare, and education that enables us to be our best selves. I’m a board member because I believe in resourcing the promise of all people. Good Samaritan improves life for everyone in the Bay Area and beyond.

KAT TAYLOR

BOARD MEMBER

As a child of immigrants, I’m proud to partner with Good Samaritan. Together we work to make sure San Franciscans have opportunities to contribute and thrive, regardless of their immigration status or what language they speak. We are making a difference in the lives of those who seek refuge and opportunity.

JORGE RIVAS

EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, S.F. Office of Civic Engagement & Immigrant Affairs

The teachers and the staff are amazing and really care about the children and their development. My daughter Aurelia had her challenges and was so supported. Aurelia made her first friendships, bonded with teachers and learned so much. We witnessed her blossom into herself and we know that Good Samaritan had so much to do with that journey.

ROSAURA ZELAYA

PRESCHOOL PARENT

For me, Vision Academy is more than a job—it’s home. I help the kids grow, just like people helped me. It’s about trust—these kids know I’m here for them, just like my mentors were for me.

DARIEN WARREN

FORMER STUDENT

Over the decades, I’ve seen Good Samaritan grow from a small organization into a trusted lifeline for immigrant and low-income families. This trust isn't just with the families—it’s also with other nonprofits, the city of San Francisco, and the broader community.

FRANK DE ROSA

BOARD PRESIDENT & DONOR

As a Promotora, I feel empowered with so much information and eager to help families. Having knowledge of these programs enables me to guide people to seek information about the processes one goes through in daily life.

CARI ARACELI CAAMALUS

PARENT LEADER & PROMOTORA

What brings me joy are those precious moments with students. It’s when they express happiness. My greatest success is seeing former students on the right path.

ERIKA CASTRO

DIRECTOR OF WILLIE BROWN BEACON PROGRAM

I needed someplace after school that was safe for Oscar. Good Samaritan would pick him up from school while I was at work. He got help with his homework and learned to play Chess. Look at him now, he’s now at Amherst College!

LIZ

AFTERSCHOOL PARENT

We know that if children are able to go to preschool they have a better chance to graduate college or high school.

ANGELICA TORRES

PRESCHOOL TEACHER