Community-based social service organization that provides culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and services to underserved refugee and immigrant communities in Southern California and Minnesota.
OUR MISSION
Somali Family Service, guided by its community champions, empowers immigrants, refugees, and other underserved communities in San Diego through itsprograms that promote health, educational and economic success, and leadership development.
OUR VISION
Somali Family Service envisions a better quality of lifefor refugees, immigrants, and other under-served communities in San Diego. This vision is reached throughfostering self-sufficiency, building healthy communities, and promoting equity.
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PROGRAM MEMBER
" "These programs have given me confidence in myself and my future, and I feel more prepared to make a difference in my community. I’m grateful for the support and opportunities Somali Family Service has given me, and I can’t wait to keep growing with this program.”
CELEBRATING SFS'S MILESTONES!
From 2000 - Today
November 18, 2024
SFS honored by Blue Shield of California for Leading the Way for Equitable Access to Care
September 12, 2024
Ihsan Center Grand Opening
2023
SFS expansion in El Cajon
March 17, 2022
SFS chosen as one of the 5 finalists from a pool of 118 applicants in the $5M XPRIZE Rapid Reskilling competition
September 12, 2018
SFS awarded Alliance Healthcare Foundation i2 Innovation Award
Our team at Somali Family Service of San Diego is composed of dedicated professionals who are passionate about making a positive impact in our community. With diverse backgrounds and extensive experience, they bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our organization.
In all of our work, we are guided by our core values of:
Community
The community is at the heart of all that we do at SFS, and all of our programs and services stem from a deep understanding of community needs and community building.
EMPOWERMENT
We strive to empower the populations we work with so that they become strong self-advocates whose self-reliance supports their continued successes.
innovation
Our programs make use of innovative technological and social approaches to ensure the most up-to-date, evidence-based practices.
sustainability
Whenever possible, we build sustainability into our programs and services to ensure maximum continued impact.
INTEGRITY
We remain loyal to our mission in all of our work and provide the best possible services to our clients to maximize the valuable support of our donors.
COLLABORATION
We believe in the power of collaboration to make the greatest possible impact in our community.
We are proud to announce the release of our 2025 Impact Report! In this report, we share the successes of our programs and services over the last year by showcasing impact metrics, client testimonials, and details on our exciting operational expansion.
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Somali Family Service is a community-based social service organization providing culturally and linguistically appropriate programs and services to refugee, immigrant, and other underserved communities in California and Minnesota.
Located in San Diego, El Cajon & Minnesota
Somali Family Service of San Diego is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. EIN number 91-2065038
