Somos Mayfair

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Somos Mayfair Then, we moved to the deeper work of changing lives.

SOMOS Mayfair supports children, organizes families, and connects neighbors to uplift the dreams, power, and leadership of community and address systemic inequities. Beginning in 1997, the residents of Mayfair and regional leaders worked together to address chronic issues of poverty and hopelessness in the Mayfair neighborhood. We began with making changes in areas that we could see: hiring crossing guards and adding new traffic lights; improving sidewalks; replacing graffiti with community murals; recovering Silver Creek, and replanting the oldest community garden in San José. During our first ten years we succeeded in increasing worker’s skills by enrolling 500 adults in literacy, ESL and high school/GED classes, enrolling over 1,000 children in health insurance, and launching a neighborhood-wide, school readiness initiative targeting children ages 0-5. Knowing that no one organization could do everything needed to change a community, we took it upon ourselves to build relationships with others. We built coalitions and continue to work closely with many allies including non-profit social and human service agencies, housing developers, mental health practitioners, cultural workers, community colleges, adult educators, community organizers, and hospitals and community health providers to bring critical programs, services and new resources to our community.

10/16/2026

📢 Join Us to Rebuild MACSA! 

Are you between the ages of 12 and 24, or do you know someone who is? We want to hear from you!

Join us next Thursday for a community forum where jóvenes can come together to share their ideas and help shape the future of a Youth Center. This is your chance to speak up, connect with other jóvenes, and help create a space that reflects the needs, hopes, and dreams of our community.

📍 Mayfair Community Center
📆 Thursday, October 22, 2026
⏰ 4:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Please RSVP using the QR code or the link in our bio.

🚌 Need a ride? We encourage you to take advantage of VTA Bus Routes 22 and 77.

Your voice matters. Your ideas matter. Let’s build something meaningful together! ❤️

10/16/2026
10/15/2026

✨ Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana ✨

Al llegar al final del Mes de la Herencia Hispana, nos llena de orgullo compartir la historia de Mixteca Poblana, un puesto de comida sobre ruedas fundado y atendido por Beatriz Luna.

Beatriz nos cuenta un poco de su historia, los retos que ha enfrentado, qué la inspiró a comenzar su negocio y sus sueños para el futuro. Detrás de cada pequeño negocio hay una historia llena de esfuerzo, pasión y esperanza.

Invitamos a nuestra comunidad a apoyar a Beatriz y probar los deliciosos platillos de Mixteca Poblana, ubicado justo enfrente de la Iglesia Guadalupe.

¡Gracias, Beatriz, por compartir tu historia y por ser parte de la comunidad.❤️

Join our Compadres next Tuesday for a Financial Literacy Workshop hosted by Excite Credit Union! Learn practical money m...
10/08/2026

Join our Compadres next Tuesday for a Financial Literacy Workshop hosted by Excite Credit Union! Learn practical money management skills, ask questions, and connect with people who can help you build a stronger financial future.

📅 October 13
📍 Mayfair FRC
⏰ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

For more information, contact Adrian Para at 408-876-2664.

¡Acompáña a nuestros aliados de 10,000 Degrees en su Taller de Información sobre Ayuda Financiera! Aprende más sobre la ...
10/06/2026

¡Acompáña a nuestros aliados de 10,000 Degrees en su Taller de Información sobre Ayuda Financiera! Aprende más sobre la FAFSA y recibe apoyo personalizado para completar tu solicitud. Ya sea que estés solicitando ayuda financiera por primera vez o renovándola, ¡este taller es para ti!

Nos dio mucho gusto dar la bienvenida a más aliados comunitarios que están brindando valiosos recursos, experiencia, orientación, mentoría y apoyo a estudiantes y familias de todo East San José. ¡Esperamos que aprovechen todas las oportunidades y recursos disponibles a través de estas alianzas!
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Join our partners at 10,000 Degrees for a Financial Aid Awareness Workshop! Learn more about FAFSA and receive personalized support with your application. Whether you're applying for the first time or renewing your financial aid, this workshop is for you!

We were excited to welcome even more community partners who are bringing valuable resources, expertise, guidance, mentorship, and support to students and families across East San José. We hope you’ll take advantage of the many opportunities and resources available through these partnerships!

10/02/2026
10/02/2026

✨ Celebrando el Mes de la Herencia Hispana ✨

Esta semana nos da mucho gusto presentarles a Cocinando Con Amor, una cooperativa de comida y catering que nació aquí mismo en East San José.

Platicamos con Cynthia y Macky, quienes se conocieron cuando las dos asistían a Escuela Popular. Fue ahí donde empezaron a compartir la idea de crear un negocio de comida, que con el tiempo se convirtió en lo que hoy conocemos como Cocinando Con Amor.

En SOMOS hemos tenido el gusto de trabajar con ellas en muchos de nuestros talleres, reuniones y celebraciones, y de verdad se puede saborear la calidad y el AMOR que ponen en cada platillo que preparan.

Su historia es una muestra de lo que puede surgir cuando hay comunidad, amistad y una idea que poco a poco se convierte en algo que une a las personas. Esperamos que este video les permita conocer un poquito de su increíble historia.

¡Apoyemos a Cocinando Con Amor y su increíble trabajo! Síganlas en sus redes sociales para conocer más sobre su trabajo y apoyar su negocio. Y para su próxima reunión, evento o celebración, ¡consideren contar con ellas para el catering!

Gracias, Cocinando Con Amor, por compartir su historia con nosotros y por ser una parte tan especial de nuestra comunidad. ❤️

09/25/2026

✨ Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month ✨

This week, we’re proud to spotlight OaxaCali Studios, an East San José screen printing business owned by Dario Cruz.

Dario shared some of his story with us and what it means to him to be Hispanic and a business owner. We’ve had the opportunity to collaborate with OaxaCali Studios on shirts for our community, and we’ve seen firsthand the care and quality he puts into his work. ❤️

We encourage our community to support OaxaCali Studios for your custom shirts, hats, totes, and other merch. Connect with Dario at [email protected].

¡Gracias, Dario, for sharing your story and being part of our community!

Hispanic Heritage Month begins today! ✨From September 15 to October 15, we take this time to celebrate the culture, stor...
09/15/2026

Hispanic Heritage Month begins today! ✨

From September 15 to October 15, we take this time to celebrate the culture, stories, and impact of Hispanic and Latin communities.

Throughout the month, we’ll be spotlighting local businesses in East San José, sharing their stories, the journeys behind their businesses, and the ways they’ve made an impact in our community.

Stay tuned throughout the month for more! ❤️

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1695 Alum Rock Avenue , Suite 10
San Jose, CA
95116

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Monday 9:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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