Tenderloin Housing Clinic

Tenderloin Housing Clinic (THC) is a non-profit organization based in San Francisco, California, dedicated to providing housing and comprehensive support services to low-income individuals, particularly those who have experienced homelessness.

Established in 1980, THC has become a leading provider of supportive housing and legal assistance in the city.

Mission and Services

THC's mission is to prevent tenant displacement, preserve and expand San Francisco's low-cost housing stock, and offer comprehensive legal assistance to low-income tenants.

The organization achieves this through several key programs:

• Permanent Housing: THC operates the city's largest permanent supportive housing program for single, formerly homeless adults. It provides housing to over 2,000 individuals, offering supportive services and on-site case management to help residents maintain stable housing.
• Transitional Housing: THC offers referral-based housing for individuals transitioning from incarceration, providing temporary accommodations while they search for permanent residences.
• Money Management: The organization provides innovative money management services, including a Modified Payment Program, to help tenants manage their finances, pay bills on time, and maintain their housing.
• Legal Assistance: THC is a premier provider of Ellis Act eviction defense in San Francisco, representing tenants facing eviction and litigating habitability cases to ensure safe and stable living conditions.
• Community Organizing: THC engages in community organizing to improve safety, support neighborhood improvement efforts, and ensure housing code enforcement through support groups, tenant advocacy, and neighborhood events.

Impact and Operations

Serving over 3,000 clients annually, THC manages 22 properties across San Francisco neighborhoods.

These include the Tenderloin, South of Market (SoMa), Mission, and Union Square neighborhoods.

The organization employs approximately 300 full-time staff members and operates with a revenue between $50 million and $100 million.

Leadership

Randy Shaw, an attorney, author, and activist, co-founded THC in 1980 and serves as its executive director.

Under his leadership, THC has grown into a pivotal organization in San Francisco's efforts to combat homelessness and support low-income tenants.

Locations

• San Francisco, CA, USA – The organization's primary location, where it operates its extensive housing programs and services.

Through its comprehensive programs and dedicated staff, the Tenderloin Housing Clinic continues to play a vital role in providing housing stability and support services to some of San Francisco's most vulnerable populations.