BOSTON, December 25, 2018 – St. Francis House welcomed Cardinal Sean O’Malley for a special prayer service with our guests and neighbors prior to the special Christmas Day luncheon meal. More than 350 of Boston’s poor and homeless guests were served “restaurant style” by a cadre of over 55 volunteers. As he has for the […]
On December 11 at the Mass Housing and Shelter Alliance (MHSA )Annual meeting, Tim Bulla, St. Francis House Associate Director of Clinical Services, was recognized as a nominee for the Ed O’Neill Award. The award recognizes direct care workers dedicated to serving people experiencing homelessness, who often work without being recognized or honored. Tim was humble […]
We couldn’t serve 500 people each day without our volunteers Although the holidays are a busy time to leave town and see your own loved ones, St. Francis House still needs help each day serving a hot, nutritious breakfast and lunch to our 500 guests. Thank you to everyone who stepped up to get us […]
This week the Commonwealth released its Conference Committee budget, the compromise between the House and Senate leadership which will make its way to the desk of Governor Baker to sign into law. We are please to announce that the leadership made significant investments for adults experiencing homelessness in our communities. Of note, our Moving Ahead Program, a leader in […]
As a recipient of a $100K for 100 grant from Cummings Foundation during fiscal years 2014-2017, our organization has benefited not only from substantial financial resources but also from the publicity and enhanced standing that comes with Cummings Foundation’s support. This grant for $100,000 confirms for potential donors and volunteers that we are making a […]
Citywide Sneaker Drive for One Boston Day 2018 Maggie Burns, Vice President of Philanthropy & External Affairs, spoke on BNN News about the upcoming One Boston Day 2018 and our citywide sneaker drive in partnership with John Hancock. Find a location near you to donate a pair of sneakers! […]
Want to get our monthly e-newsletter in your inbox on the third Thursday of the month? Sign up at the bottom of this page! News & Updates Glenn: “…the work its staff does pays off.” “What’s most important to me is the spirit of the place, welcoming and accessible, where no one is rejected and […]
The City of Boston is expecting a snowstorm tomorrow, Tuesday March 13, 2018. Boston Mayor Marty Walsh has declared a snow emergency in effect starting at 7PM tonight. How is St. Francis House responding in anticipation of the snowstorm? Tomorrow morning, Tuesday March 13, we will be opening 30 minutes earlier at 6AM, as an […]
Want to get our monthly e-newsletter in your inbox on the third Thursday of the month? Sign up at the bottom of this page! News & Updates CBS Boston Video: Super Bowl Party for guests Our guests were as excited (and then disappointed) about the game as everyone else. We are incredibly grateful to Robert […]
On Friday, February 9, 2018, President & CEO Karen LaFrazia had a joint opinion published with Lisa Alberghini, President of the Planning Office for Urban Affairs Inc. Scroll down to read the opinion. You may also click here for a PDF version (which will open in a separate window) SFH-POUA Op-Ed.Boston Globe […]
