Who does Larkin Street serve?
Larkin Street serves homeless and runaway youth, ages 12 – 24, who are on the streets of San Francisco, often through no fault of their own. Homeless and runaway youth represent diverse racial, ethnic, and economic backgrounds. Among youth served by Larkin Street last year, 40% were white, 27% were African American, 15% were Latino/a, 4% were Asian or Pacific Islander, 3% were Native American, and 11% were of another or mixed race descent. By gender, 60% were male, 35% were female, and 2% were transgender. By sexual orientation, 65% identified as straight and 27% identified as gay, lesbian, or bisexual. The age range of youth served varied from 12 to 24, with the vast majority (80%) between the ages of 18 and 24.
