We Lift San Francisco
Downtown Vitality Collaborative (DVC) is a coalition of local organizations working to revitalize San Francisco’s core through coordinated action in business, arts & culture, and community development.
Collaborative Members
The Downtown Economic Core neighborhoods of Downtown, East Cut, Mid Market, Union Square and Yerba Buena is 3.9% of San Francisco’s land mass, but has a prominent role….
THE NUMBERS DON’T LIE
Downtown generates a disproportionate portion of San Francisco’s economic activity and serves as the first impression of the city for the vast majority of visitors and commuters.
The Value of Downtown
Facing Crisis Head-On:
A Coalition for Change
The Downtown Vitality Collaborative (DVC) formed in response to the mounting challenges threatening San Francisco’s economic core—from rising vacancies and declining foot traffic to safety concerns and business closures. Representing a united front of neighborhood leaders, nonprofits, and community benefit districts, DVC is pushing for bold, coordinated solutions to revive downtown and restore its role as a vibrant, inclusive, and thriving heart of the city.