SAN FRANCISCO, April 1, 2026—Children’s After School Arts (CASA) and MidPen Housing are pleased to announce that CASA has signed a lease for the community-serving space at Shirley Chisholm Village, at 1360 43rd Avenue in the Outer Sunset. CASA plans to celebrate its opening with a community open house on June 6.
CASA, a nonprofit creative arts organization founded in 1996, supports San Francisco children and families through innovative afterschool and out-of-school programs for young people from transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. For the past 30 years CASA has been partnering with the San Francisco Unified School District (SFUSD) to provide the following services at Rooftop School:
- A mix of academic support, social emotional learning, and arts-based programming celebrating each person’s agency and individuality
- A Wellness Center that provides an oasis of calm and support for students
- The annual, student-driven, student-created CASA musical, a powerful showcase of students’ talents, passions, and creativity
- The Club Six program, designed to help sixth graders learn to navigate the city and develop their independence
At Shirley Chisholm Village, CASA is currently furnishing the 1,562-square-foot “CASA Clubhouse,” which will house its offices and new program space. The Clubhouse features a 749-square-foot community room that will be available for use by members of the public, with a reservation system expected to launch June 1.
“CASA is thrilled to expand our art and wellness mission to one of San Francisco’s most beautiful neighborhoods,” said Leslie Einhorn, Founder and Executive Director of CASA. “We’re grateful to MidPen for partnering on a creative solution that provides CASA with affordable space while supporting community rentals. We look forward to meeting our neighbors, building meaningful connections, and collaborating to enhance services for children and families at Shirley Chisholm Village, The Sunset, and beyond–we’re excited to welcome the community to the CASA Clubhouse!”
MidPen Housing created the community-serving space as part of Shirley Chisholm Village, a 135-apartment, 100% affordable housing development that prioritizes SFUSD educators and staff, created in partnership with SFUSD and the San Francisco Mayor’s Office of Housing and Community Development. Currently, 90% of the resident households at Shirley Chisholm Village are part of the SFUSD workforce.
“At MidPen, we believe in anchoring affordable homes with strong community partnerships,” said Matthew O. Franklin, President & CEO of MidPen Housing. “A neighborhood amenity like this is rare in affordable housing, and it was shaped by what we heard from the Outer Sunset community: a clear desire for welcoming space to gather for events and town halls. By partnering with CASA, we’re honored to bring that vision to life–transforming input into a vibrant hub for art, wellness, and connection.”
To learn more about CASA, visit www.casasf.org, and for information about CASA Clubhouse community rentals, contact clubhouse@casasf.org. For details about MidPen Housing, visit www.midpen-housing.org.
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About CASA:
CASA (Children’s After School Arts) is a joyful hub for creativity, community, and magic for youth and families in San Francisco. Through our arts-based summer and afterschool programs, young people are encouraged to explore their creativity, nurture their well-being, and grow their confidence as lifelong learners and leaders. At CASA everything we do lives at the intersection of art, social justice, and social-emotional wellness- creating a welcoming, inclusive space where every child feels seen, supported, and inspired, and is surrounded by caring mentors, meaningful connections, and a true sense of belonging.
About MidPen Housing: MidPen Housing is one of the most trusted nonprofit developers, owners, and managers of high-quality affordable housing in California. Our mission: To provide safe, affordable housing of high quality to those in need; establish stability and opportunity in the lives of residents; and foster diverse communities that allow people from all ethnic, social, and economic backgrounds to live in dignity, harmony, and mutual respect. Founded in 1970, MidPen currently serves 22,000+ residents at 140 properties in 12 Northern California counties.