Rebuilding Lives
365 Days a Year
Located in the heart of downtown Boston, each day we welcome up to 500 individuals experiencing homelessness. Our refuge, recovery, employment and housing services overlap and build on one another to provide our guests with continuous and comprehensive support.
Welcome to
St. Francis House
Inside our doors we enable individuals to meet their basic needs for food, clothing, and shelter. We transform lives using a holistic approach to understanding and addressing behavioral health, housing and employment needs.
Our Approach
Our integrated approach is unique among service providers. It allows us to eliminate fragmented services that force individuals to separate and isolate single problems that are, in fact, deeply connected.
2022 at
SFH in Numbers
7,000+ unique individuals utilized our services
212
Guests enrolled in our employment services
780
Guests benefited from our clinical, case management and recovery based services
194,000+
Hot, nutritious meals were served in 2022
168
People were housed through our services
Our programs
Make the
difference
Since 1984, our programs have evolved to best serve those experiencing homelessness and poverty. We offer a comprehensive array of services, all available under one roof.
Upcoming Events and Announcements
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Are you ready to be inspired by the wonderful talent of one of our Moving Ahead Program (MAP) students? In a world filled with ever-changing challenges and obstacles, this remarkable
Art has the incredible power to transcend barriers, touch hearts, and create connections. Here at St. Francis House, we believe that everyone has a story to tell, and creativity knows
Witnessing our latest class of MAP graduates transform their lives and make significant strides toward economic stability is truly inspiring. We couldn’t be prouder of their accomplishments and the dedication
Take Action
Donate to SFH
Your donation provides refuge, recovery, employment and housing services to up to 500 individuals every day of the year.
Volunteer
Dedicated volunteers give their time and talent to St. Francis House each day. Discover how you too can make an impact.
Find Help
Everyone in need of a safe space, our support, and our services is welcome.