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About MiCoCo

The Mission Community Council (MiCoCo) is an organization of Mission District community organizations, faith groups, neighborhood associations, and public departments that have united to promote the well-being of San Francisco's Mission District. The Council strengthens the neighborhood by expanding the community’s skill bank and by increasing opportunities for the families, and residents, of this diverse, working class, immigrant, and Latino community.

Upcoming District 9 meetings with Supervisor Campos

The planning for the upcoming city budget is upon us once again. Mark your calendars for the next Mission community meetings with Supervisor Campos. Please join us this upcoming Friday, March 2nd, for Session #1 meeting at Valencia Gardens from 10AM-12PM with Supervisor … Continue reading

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FAFSA assistance at Scholarmatch

High school seniors! Now that your college applications are complete, do you need help completing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid? Scholarmatch is holding hours for FAFSA help on Tuesdays and Thursdays until 5:30PM, starting Thursday, January 12th, and … Continue reading

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FAFSA Help for High School Seniors!

Do you know a high school senior looking for financial aid? This year Mission Graduates and MEDA partnered together to increase the rate of students who are filling out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Below is the schedule for FAFSA workshops, free for any high … Continue reading

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Recruiting girls, 6th-9th grade, for Girlz Climb On!

GirlVentures, a non-profit organization based in the Women’s Building, is currently recruiting girls for their after-school program called Girlz Climb On. This program pairs girls (grades 6-9) with an adult female mentor – they climb, laugh & learn together once a week for … Continue reading

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U.S Census Data results in redrawing district lines

Every 10 years, the census counts every resident in the United States. Based on the data,  San Francisco reported 776,733 people in 2000 compared to 805,235 people (a 3.7 percent increase) in 2010. Census information is used to decide many … Continue reading

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Wo/men’s Conference at St. Mary’s College

On Saturday, March 3, 2012, 9am-5pm, Saint Mary’s College of California will be hosting The Wo/men’s Conference 2012: Wo/men Engaging in Change. It is an event that grew out of student interest in learning more about the perspectives, aspirations, and … Continue reading

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Strengthening Families Program

Having trouble with your teen? Let the Strengthening Families Program (SFP) help. SFP is an evidence based parenting and family program that involves not just the parents or the child alone but the entire family. SFP has been found to significantly … Continue reading

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San Francisco November Elections

This past Tuesday, about 40% (the lowest voter turnout since 1975) of San Franciscans voted for Mayor and several other propositions on the ballot. Ed Lee won with roughly 30% of the vote, while John Avalos and Dennis Herrera trailed behind with … Continue reading

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Renewable energy alternative for San Francisco

CleanPowerSF—a renewable energy alternative on its way to San Francisco Clean energy supporters in San Francisco can breathe a little easier. CleanPowerSF, the long-awaited renewable energy alternative to PG&E’s electric generation, if passed by the Board of Supervisors and the … Continue reading

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Middle School Fair

On November 30th from 5:30PM-7:30PM, the Boys and Girls Club will be hosting their second annual middle school fair at the Columbia Park Clubhouse. Schools in the Mission and surrounding districts are invited to host tables and talk to 4th and … Continue reading

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