Mar 10, 2026
“Un pie adelante”—one foot forward. A phrase that Felton Institute Board member and corporate leader at Compass International Holdings in Mergers & Acquisitions, Susan Calderon, remembers hearing often from her grandmother growing up. It’s a simple reminder to...
Feb 12, 2026
CELEBRATING BLACK HISTORY MONTH Who inspires the way you show upfor others’ mental health? We honor the voices of our staff, their impact, and the legacy of care that continues through their work. Linda, Leo, Ellaynna, and LaToya share their personal stories,...
Oct 16, 2025
Since 1889, Felton Institute has grown alongside San Francisco, responding to changing needs with innovation, compassion, and cultural humility. In 2019, Mayor London Breed formally recognized October 30th as Felton Institute Day, praising our commitment to wraparound...
Oct 9, 2025
“I’ve seen people who’ve lost everything embrace recovery and embrace healing. I’ve seen them thrive in all aspects of their lives,” said Elizabeth Quiroz, Program Manager for Felton Institute’s Behavioral Health Bridge Housing at Arrowood (BHBH) program. In...
Sep 10, 2025
“The Deaf community is by no means a monolith and has a wide variety of individuals and cultural backgrounds,” explained Millicent Hough, Deaf and Hard of Hearing Specialist at the Regional Center of the East Bay (RCEB). RCEB is a community-based nonprofit that serves...
Sep 3, 2025
“I think connection is really the antidote to hopelessness,” Executive Director of Crisis Support Services (CSS) of Alameda County, Narges Zohoury Dillon said. “And in moments where it’s easy to feel hopeless because of our mental health challenges or because of...
Aug 13, 2025
Since 1971, Felton Institute’s Early Care & Education (ECE) programs have stood at the intersection of compassion and innovation, providing equitable, nurturing support for children and families in San Francisco. What began as a single site has flourished with...
Aug 5, 2025
Felton’s success is measured in the countless lives transformed through our growing programs and services, delivered compassionately. “Assisting those we serve achieve healthier more resilient lives is the best measure of Felton’s success in 2024.” Al...
Aug 1, 2025
Felton Institute’s compassionate approach to community building continues to foster programs that strengthen bonds between children and older adults across generations. The AmeriCorps Seniors Foster Grandparent Program (FGP) operated by Felton Institute in San...
Jun 11, 2025
“To strengthen our impact, you’ll see our presence in every district, showing up, speaking up, and standing up for what’s right, not only for Blacks, but for everybody,” Dr. Jonathan Butler, President of the San Francisco branch of the National Association...
