826 Valencia | Leo T. McCarthy Center for Public Service and the Common Good

All Together Now: Our Partnership with USF

We have partnered with 826 Valencia for many years and always cherish there commitment to community-engaged learning. Learn more about Joe Totterdell, Volunteer Coordinator, as he shares his experience working with 826 Valencia, the Community Partner Co-Educator Fellowship, and the valuable contributions from supporters and volunteers with the children of San Francisco. I was born…

Congrats to our 2023 Community Partners!

The community partners awards were officially announced last week uplifting the center’s most impactful partnerships with individuals and organizations over the past year. Each recipient received an award signifying their commitment in shaping community engagement in San Francisco while nurturing relationships with USF students and faculty. The award winners, normally recognized at the center’s year-end…

Community Engaged Learning

In this week’s blog, McCarthy Center staff member and PSCE Minor student, Priana Aquino, writes about her experience working with community partner, 826 Valencia, for a Community Engaged Learning course. Read on for her insights connecting with staff and students at 826. As a Business Management student, I have struggled to create a bridge between…