Thanksgiving dinner on November 18, 2019 was a complete success at St. Francis House! We were thrilled to have Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh, Police Commissioner William Gross, and Boston City Councilor Ed Flynn celebrate with us this Thanksgiving, as well as our Board Chairman Tim Egan. More than 300 guests enjoyed their meals on […]
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Affordable Housing Finance Magazine 2019 Readers’ Choice Award: Historic Rehab Category – The Union at 48 Boylston
We are excited to announce that The Union at 48 Boylston was chosen as the historic rehab winner in Affordable Housing Finance magazines 2019 Readers’ Choice Awards! The Union at 48 Boylston was the result of a partnership between St. Francis House, the largest day shelter for adults experiencing homelessness in the City of Boston, […]
St. Francis House Welcomes Cardinal Sean O’Malley on Christmas Day
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 […]
Tim Bulla recognized at Mass Housing and Shelter Alliance
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 […]
Over 100 volunteers needed to close out the year!
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 […]
Conference Committee budget increases funding for homeless adults.
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 […]
New book from longtime supporter Cummings Foundation
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 […]
“Sneakers Sought for Boston’s Homeless”: BNN TV
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! […]
March 2018 Newsletter
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 […]
March Winter Storm Skylar: St. Francis House to open early
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 […]
