Friendship House Celebrates Investment in Healing-Centered Housing in San Francisco

On January 16, 2026, Friendship House Association of American Indians welcomed California Governor Gavin Newsom and state officials to celebrate a landmark $31.4 million state investment in The Village SF, a Native-led approach to housing and healing in San Francisco.

The Village SF will serve as a comprehensive model by integrating recovery housing, behavioral health services, workforce pathways, and cultural programming in one location. This model reflects Friendship House’s more than 60 years of service to Native people through culturally grounded, trauma-informed care. Once fully operational, The Village SF is projected to serve over 7,000 community members annually.

NCUIH celebrates Friendship House’s leadership in demonstrating how Urban Indian Organizations can deliver community-driven solutions that strengthen health, stability, and connection for future generations.