Our Mission
for the Mission
Rooted in San Francisco’s Mission District, MEDA is advancing a national equity movement by building prosperity, community ownership and civic power.
Adelante. Since 1973.
MEDA is building prosperity, community ownership and civic power. Our proven models are being recognized and shared locally, statewide and nationally. #MisiónUnida
MEDA’S FREE Programs Build Family Prosperity
Get answers to all of your questions about MEDA’s free programs.
FAQs
Quality housing is for ALL San Franciscans. We preserve and produce affordable housing.
Community
Real Estate
Free workshops and coaching as you get ready to buy your first home or prepare to rent a below-market-rate (BMR) apartment.
Housing
Opportunities
It’s time to decrease debt, increase income and savings, and better your credit. MEDA can coach you — for free.
Financial
Capability
Why pay to have your taxes prepared? Maximize your refund or get an ITIN — for free.
Free Tax
Preparation
Free workshops and one-on-one coaching to start or expand your small business.
Business
Development
Can’t get a loan at a traditional bank? Start or grow your small business with a Fondo Adelante low-interest loan from MEDA.
Fondo
Adelante CDFI
Mock interviews. Help with your resume. Making connections. We offer free training and coaching so you can land a good job.
Workforce
Development
FREE training program for IT support careers.
Mission Techies
MEDA is the lead agency for Mission Promise Neighborhood — a community of 15+ partners that connects families to free services in the Mission.
Mission Promise
Neighborhood
The latest news from San Francisco’s Mission District
MEDA Selected to Join Tipping Point’s Homelessness Prevention Pilot to Keep San Francisco Families Housed
- March 4, 2025
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MEDA is proud to be one of the five community-based organizations selected to participate in this critical effort. ...
Aunt and Niece Team Up as a Fashion Power Duo on Mission Street
- February 26, 2025
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Yessenia’s Boutique is a fashion clothing and accessories store that opened its doors in 2024 at El Mercadito de Plaza Adelante, MEDA’s ...
How Supportive Relationships Address Bullying in Schools
- February 26, 2025
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The increase in confidence in reporting bullying also connects to the rising perception that teachers and school staff treat students with r ...
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