About St. Francis Wood
A Distinct Identity
St. Francis Wood is comprised of 561 uniquely designed single family homes on approximately 127 acres and includes a children’s playground, tennis and basketball courts, numerous smaller parklets, and over 7 miles of parkways. Landscape maintenance for the towering eucalyptus trees, lush greenbelts and gorgeous fountain and terraced plaza is managed by the St. Francis Homes Association.
The bustling West Portal commercial corridor is just a few blocks north. Walk down this charming avenue and you'll feel you've gone back in time, only to find all of today's conveniences. A light rail runs through West Portal and the Twin Peaks tunnel to zip commuters downtown.
SFWWL History
The founding members of the SFWWL were Diane Winokur, Betsy Miller, Joan Herman, Priscella Allen, Florence Bertucci, Mary Mingst, Harriet Wertsch, Lendore Barbetta, Dorothy Skylor, and Phyllis Charlton started the group as young mothers and new residents in the neighborhood. They wanted to update and create a sense of place for their children and their families to gather. The SFWWL has grown in size from the original female only membership to include men and has expanded its activities with book and investment clubs, children playgroups, tennis lessons and more.The SFWWL events are neighborhood traditions and anticipated and enjoyed by all our residents. The focus of the SFWWL is on community building and is the social group of our neighborhood.
SFWWL Today
Through the years, we have expanded our focus to include enjoyable membership activities and fundraising events to maintain the park and host events for the enjoyment of all St. Francis Wood residents. more than 50 years later, the SFWWL continues to foster and maintain a sense of community in our unique neighborhood.
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