The Legacy Business Program is part of the San Francisco Office of Small Business. It is the first-of-its-kind program in the United States and is pioneering a new take on government's involvement in maintaining and promoting the small business community.
New Legacy Businesses
Currently, a total of 433 businesses have been added to the Legacy Business Registry since it started in 2015. Entrants since summer 2024 include:
- Ace Mailing
- African-American Shakespeare Company
- Da Flora
- Fabrix
- Geary Print Shop
- J's Laundry
- Lehr's German Specialties
- New India Bazar
- Oscar's Photo Lab
- PACT, Plan of Action for Challenging Times
- Russian Hill Dog Grooming
- Sabella and La Torre
- Savoy Tivoli
- Shaw Shoes
- Ten-Ichi Japanese Restaurant and Sushi Bar
- Treasure Island Museum
- Walter Adams Framing
Press Highlights
Family jewelry firm joins ranks of Union Square’s growing luxury set
“The number of luxury retailers in San Francisco’s Union Square district continues to grow even as the area has been plagued by high retail-vacancy rates following the COVID-19 pandemic. …”
Read the full article in the Examiner
GLIDE Memorial Church continues the work of late Reverend Cecil Williams
“GLIDE Memorial church has been a cornerstone of the Tenderloin for almost 100 years. They call their tradition of welcoming anybody with no exceptions ‘radical love.’…”
Read the full article or listen online on KALW
Kathy Fang: Star restauranteur remains rooted in Chinatown
“Kathy Fang’s stardom burns bright not just through her visionary cooking but in how she — with the enduring pride and love she has for her hometown, San Francisco — uses her platform to champion the causes that lie closest to her heart. …”
Read the full article in the Examiner
Heritage Happy Hours
Heritage Happy Hours offers a casual “no-host” gathering of heritage professionals, young preservationists, aficionados, friends, and Legacy Business cohorts interested in safeguarding San Francisco’s unique architectural and cultural identity.
February 13: Bissap Baobab, 2243 Mission St.
March 13: Savoy Tivoli, 1434 Grant Ave.
April 10: Peña Pachamama, 1630 Powell St.
Information for Legacy Businesses
Stay updated on the new federal filing requirement
Most businesses need to report Business Ownership Information (BOI) to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN). The penalties for not filing are significant - $500 per day until violation is remedied and potential larger fines and possible imprisonment for criminal violations. The deadline to file continues to change, while a case challenging the new requirement goes through the courts. Stay updated here.
Businesses can file voluntarily at fincen.gov/boi
The SF Small Business Development Center (SBDC) has advisors available who can help you file.
Apply for the Super Bowl LX Procurement Program
Deadline to apply: January 31, 2025
Source LX is an 11-month program for local and diverse businesses. You are encouraged to apply for the following opportunities for the Super Bowl, which will be in the Bay Area in 2026:
- Be included in the Source LX Member Directory: Provides the business exposure to contractors and event producers for Super Bowl-related subcontracting needs, as well as exposure to future BAHC, 49ers, and NFL procurement opportunities
- Access to educational resources and workshops: Supports the business’ development and helps provide insight into various event procurement learnings
- Exclusive networking opportunities: Build connections with key partners from the BAHC, 49ers, and NFL
Brought to you by the Bay Area Host Committee, 49ers, and the NFL. Learn more and apply
Perfect Legacy Business Day in Noe Valley
Experience Noe Valley through its Legacy Businesses, with a self-guided tour.
“Perfect San Francisco Days” is a project of Shop Dine SF, an initiative to bring attention to the local businesses and neighborhood corridors. Spending money at local small businesses helps merchants and creates jobs.
Business-to-Business Spotlight on Framing
Artisans of San Francisco
The Artisans is a custom picture framing shop owned and operated by artists. They specialize in excellent service by providing creative designs while maintaining great attention to detail and the needs of their customers.
Cheap Pete’s Photos & Frames
Cheap Pete’s Photos & Frames specializes in custom and readymade picture frames, most of which are “Bay Area Built,” their very own brand of eco-friendly recycled wood frames built by San Francisco artists, designers, and skilled craftspeople.
Underglass Custom Framing
Whether you have a family photo, an exquisite piece of art, your favorite team jersey, or a sentimental little piece you would like to have framed – or if you are a gallerist, artist, or interior designer – they have the right framing solution for you.
Walter Adams Framing
Walter Adams Framing, with three locations in San Francisco, is a custom art framing company specializing in archival and conservation framing, shadow boxes, custom framed mirrors, acrylic boxes, and photo frames.
Legacy Businesses provides goods and services to individuals and fellow businesses. Do you offer a discount to fellow Legacy Businesses and/or have services that you think might be a good fit for a fellow Legacy Business? Email it to legacybusiness@sfgov.org.
Please note, we are sharing businesses for informational purposes, and listing does not constitute endorsement by the Office of Small Business.