How to Apply to
Oasis for Girls
We're so happy you're interested in participating in Oasis for Girls! Our programs provide a supportive and inclusive space where you can explore your interests, express yourself authentically and be part of a sisterhood. At Oasis, you’ll have the opportunity to learn about college and career options, engage in social justice issues, and develop life skills that will prepare you to succeed in high school and beyond.
Program Cycles: We have three program cycles each year: Fall (10 weeks), Spring (10 weeks), and Summer (6 weeks). All programs (Create, Rise and Envision) are available during each cycle. Students will be asked to rank programs in order of preference on application.
Location: Our office is in San Francisco, one block from the Civic Center Bart/Muni station (8th St/Market St.)
Eligibility: Girls and girl-identified youth residing and/or attending high school in San Francisco, California. Low-income, first generation, and current/former foster youth are strongly encouraged to apply. Participants in the ENVISION program will need proof of COVID vaccination due to the partnership with UCSF.
Stipends: Program participants will receive a stipend up to $400, $500, or $600 after successful completion of their first, second and third program.
Application Process
1. Please read the program descriptions and decide which programs you’d like to apply to, in order of preference.
2. Fill out the application form. At the end of the form, you'll be asked schedule an interview.
3. Applicants will be notified of their status via email. Although we want to have all of you participate, due to limited space each program has a capacity of 15 students.
Fall 2025
Applications are now closed for the Fall 2025 cycle. Applicants will be notified via email by September 11th.
Fall 2025 Program Schedule:
Start Date: Monday, September 29th from 4:30-6:30pm (Orientation)
Weekly Program: Tues/Wed/Thurs from 4:30-6:30pm between September 29th- December 5th
Special Events:
Open House: Monday, October 6, 2025 5pm-7pm,
Career Day: Monday, October 27, 2025
Wellness Day: Monday November 24, 2025
Holidays (no program): Veterans Day (November 11); Thanksgiving (November 27)
Office Closure: Friday, November 28, 2025
End Date: Friday, December 5th from 4:30-6:30pm (Graduation)
Spring 2026
Spring 2026 applications will be available in January 2026. Programs will run for 10 weeks on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays between 4:30-6:30pm starting the end of February.