About GrowSF
We Love San Francisco—So We're Fighting for It
San Francisco should be the best city in the world. We have the culture, the talent, and the natural beauty. For generations, people have come here from all over the world—immigrants, artists, dreamers, and misfits—because this city offered freedom, opportunity, and a sense of belonging you couldn't find anywhere else.
But today, bad policy decisions have made it too hard to build homes, afford a place to live, run a small business, or feel safe walking down the street. The good news? These are solvable problems.
GrowSF is here to fix them. We're a political organization focused on winning local elections, holding leaders accountable, and giving voters clear, honest information. We believe democracy works best when voters are informed and engaged—and we're here to make that happen.
What We've Accomplished
We started GrowSF four years ago with a single goal: win elections and flip the Board of Supervisors. At the time, the Board was 9 to 2 against growth. Today, it's 6 to 5 in favor—thanks in part to our work flipping four seats, including defeating incumbents Gordon Mar in 2022 and Dean Preston in 2024.
Along the way, we also recalled an ineffective District Attorney, flipped the Board of Education to a student-focused majority, and helped elect a new Mayor.
San Francisco is finally turning a corner. Crime is falling, streets are cleaner, and city services are starting to improve. And none of this progress would be possible without a great Board of Supervisors supporting an effective mayor.
Today, GrowSF is the most trusted political organization in San Francisco.
We've built trust with voters and leaders across City Hall by staying focused on local issues, providing clear and honest information, and showing how smart, data-driven campaigns can move votes and win elections. In a post-election poll, 45% of voters said they used the GrowSF Voter Guide —more than The Chronicle, the SF Democratic Party, and more than any other political group in the city.
What We Focus On
We're not a single-issue organization—we care about everything that makes a city great
🏠 Build Enough Homes to End the Affordability Crisis
San Francisco is one of the most expensive cities in the world because we don't build enough homes. We support building dense housing on commercial corridors, allowing new skyscrapers downtown, and cutting fees that make homes more expensive.
🚔 Clean and Safe Streets in Every Neighborhood
Every child should be able to walk to school safely. We support a fully staffed police department, neighborhood foot patrols, better trash collection, and technology that helps solve crimes.
💊 Tackle the Drug and Mental Health Crisis
Leaving people to suffer on the streets isn't compassion—it's cruelty. We support more treatment beds, mental health facilities, street medicine teams, and court-ordered care for those in crisis.
🏛️ A Responsive and Effective Government
City Hall should be fast, transparent, and effective. We support charter reform to streamline government, modernizing outdated tech systems, and holding every department accountable for results.
🏢 Help Downtown Recover and Let Small Businesses Thrive
We support cutting taxes in high-vacancy areas, reducing fees for small businesses, and speeding up permits so new ideas can thrive.
🚌 Safe, Efficient Transportation for All
We support smarter traffic design for drivers, more frequent Muni service, protected bike lanes, and safer crosswalks. Getting around should be easy and safe, no matter how you travel.
🎓 Public Schools That Put Students First
Our public schools should be great—not just good enough. Every family should feel confident sending their child to a public school. We support an outcomes-focused school board, more magnet schools like Ruth Asawa School of the Arts and Lowell, language immersion public schools, walkable neighborhood schools, and advanced classes for students who want to go further.
How We Work
GrowSF is a full-time team with a single goal: make San Francisco work for everyone
Voter Education
We publish weekly newsletters, blog posts, and the #1 voter guide in the city. Everything is clear, honest, and backed by data.
Advocacy & Legislation
We partner with elected leaders, run quarterly polls, and launch public-facing campaigns that show the public—and politicians—what voters really want.
Talent Pipeline
GrowSF Talent recruits and trains the next generation of leaders: campaign staff, commissioners, city officials, and future candidates.
Winning Elections
We run the most effective, capital-efficient digital campaigns in San Francisco—flipping seats, passing ballot measures, and proving that smart campaigns win.
Our Team
Sachin Agarwal
Director
Steven Bacio
Director
Leo van den Daele
Research & Content
McKenna Quint
Head of Talent
What's Next
2026 is the most important election year yet.
We're holding a narrow 6-5 majority on the Board of Supervisors. Five seats are on the ballot in 2026—and we must defend at least four to keep San Francisco moving forward.
The Board doesn't just pass laws—it approves the budget, makes appointments and confirms the Mayor's appointments, and shapes the direction of every city department. One vote is all that stands between continued progress and a return to dysfunction.
That's why GrowSF is here for the long haul: publishing research, building the next generation of leaders, and winning elections. We're building a city that works—for families, small businesses, students, entrepreneurs, and everyone who loves San Francisco.
Join the Movement
Help us defend our majority and keep San Francisco moving forward. Your donation supports our efforts to win elections, hold leaders accountable, and give voters the information they need to make informed decisions.
Ways to Donate
In addition to online donations, we accept wire transfers, appreciated stock, and crypto.
GrowSF is a 501(c)(4) non-profit. Donations are anonymous and tax exempt, but not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.
Ways to Donate
In addition to online donations, we accept wire transfers, appreciated stock, and crypto.
GrowSF is a 501(c)(4) non-profit. Donations are anonymous and tax exempt, but not deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes.