Thank you to all the many individuals, groups, and corporate supporters who help strengthen our community. We are grateful for all the forms of support provided to St. Francis House every day. Partners Healthcare was behind the counter earlier this month during one of their recurring volunteer shifts to help serve lunch. We love seeing […]
Month: March 2016
Gerry on volunteering here at St. Francis House
Gerry shares, “I remember the first time I volunteered. It was overwhelming to see the sheer number of people coming through for breakfast or lunch nonstop for 90 minutes straight. The kitchen staff really connect with the guests, and I’m so thankful for the opportunity to help.” He has volunteered here every Wednesday for the […]
St. Francis House provided overnight warmth center this past winter
Shelters throughout the city have reached capacity as the number of homeless men and women continues to grow. As you know, St. Francis House is a day shelter and doesn’t normally provide overnight services. This past winter was an emergency situation in which we opened our doors every night, providing the space for a warming […]
John Hancock hosting One Boston Day shoe drive
John Hancock has launched a shoe drive to benefit St. Francis House. There will be collection bins strategically placed throughout Boston on One Boston Day, Friday, April 15, 2016. Please consider donating a pair of shoes! Our Fresh Threads department distributes 3,000 pairs of shoes every year, unable to meet the full demand from those […]
Karen LaFrazia counters Justin Keller of San Francisco, CA
You may have recently heard about “Tech Bro” Justin Keller, who made nationwide news saying he feels he “shouldn’t have to see the pain, struggle, and despair of homeless people” in San Francisco. Executive Director Karen LaFrazia penned a stirring response on the (in)visibility of homeless individuals in Boston, and the compassion of our community. […]
Manager of Clinical Services, Tim Bulla, wins Light of Dawnn Award
Congratulations to Tim Bulla, Manager of Clinical Services, one of three winners of the Light of Dawnn Awards, presented by the Highland Street Foundation! Tim’s work never stops, not even when he steps outside of St. Francis House. Taking walks during his lunch break, he often comes across people huddled in alleyways and out on […]
