Overview

• Providence Foundation allegedly charged San Francisco for nonexistent paint jobs and lock removals at a homeless shelter.
• Investigations reveal the nonprofit engaged in nepotism and wage theft, violating city grant agreements.
• City Attorney initiates debarment proceedings, potentially banning the nonprofit from city contracts for up to five years.
• Despite receiving millions in public funds, the nonprofit failed to maintain required service levels at its shelters.
• The scandal underscores broader issues with nonprofit management and oversight in San Francisco.