tools for success
To find success, each and every person needs support. We provide social and culture guidance, jobs, academic assistance, and language services. We work tirelessly to strengthen family relationships and promote youth leadership.
Respect. Cultural Pride. Integrity. Compassion.
We have grown from a one-room office that provided translation services, English as a Second Language, and vocational classes, into a locally and nationally recognized multi-service center. We proudly serve all youth, of all backgrounds, throughout San Francisco.
Help us nurture today’s youth and tomorrow’s community leaders.
“SEADC helps me build my confidence to believe in myself.” —Jimmy, 19 years old
Jimmy came to the U.S. from Vietnam at the age of 10 through family reunification. His parents struggled to find stable housing and the family bounced from apartment to apartment for three years. Jimmy had difficulty learning English and fitting in at school. Fortunately, Jimmy’s family was introduced to SEADC. Once connected, he benefited from much-needed daily homework support and enrichment activities, while his parents received housing and other assistance. Jimmy is the first in his family to graduate from high school in America. Today, Jimmy is also the first in his family to attend a four year university.
Because of SEADC’s supportive enrichment program, Jimmy aspires to finish college and pursue a career in business administration.
You can make a difference in the lives of Southeast Asian youth by donating to SEADC today! Your generous gift will help youth like Jimmy get crucial homework support, build confidence in English speaking and writing, and develop leadership and job-readiness skills.
Helping young adults like Jimmy to succeed is just one way the Southeast Asian Development Center serves our vibrant community. We also offer programs to promote the health, mental health and well-being of youth and their families, and to foster their economic self-sufficiency.
help us reach our full potential
When we say that you can truly make a difference in a youth’s life, it’s not just words. Our programs, resources, and staff are transforming circumstances for real people, every day. Without your support, we couldn’t change the narrative for young, displaced, and vulnerable Southeast Asian community members. Your donation makes a huge impact.
