Bayanihan Equity Center
Civic and Social OrganizationsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
The Bayanihan Equity Center is a nonprofit organization based in San Francisco, California, focused on civic and social issues. It was established in 1999 to provide services for Filipino World War II veterans and their families. Since then, its scope has broadened to support low-income seniors, people with disabilities, immigrants, LGBTQ individuals, formerly incarcerated people, and homeless populations. The center assists these groups through case management, social activities, access to health services, and educational workshops. On its 25th anniversary in October 2024, BEC announced the acquisition of a new building at 616 Minna Street in San Francisco.