Press Releases
New San Francisco Community-Focused Charitable Organization Launched: The Union Square Foundation
Recognizing that Union Square is the heart of San Francisco retail, hospitality, entertainment, and other economic drivers for the City and County, the Union Square Foundation provides critical support to both creating and maintaining a clean, safe, and beautiful environment that serves to enrich its public spaces for the enjoyment of the City’s residents, employees, and millions of visitors.
Hallidie Plaza: Ground Zero or San Francisco’s Gateway?
Hallidie Plaza is
emblematic of our city’s tolerance for inappropriate street behaviors and quality of life issues. No one
should have to dodge aggressive panhandlers or sidestep human waste to enter our city. Sadly, this
reality has become routine for the millions of visitors and workers traveling to San Francisco, but it
doesn’t have to be.
Union Square Business Improvement District Announces New Partnership With Downtown Streets Team
In an effort to alleviate homelessness, the Union Square Business Improvement District has collaborated with Downtown Streets Team to provide work opportunities for homeless or near homeless individuals.