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Blog 10.16.2024

Meet Katarian: Faces of St. Francis House Katarian grew up in a difficult environment, where he faced the challenges of an abusive and toxic family dynamic. With his mother struggling with substance use and his father absent,

Blog 9.17.2024

Meet Michelle: Faces of St. Francis House At 45 years old, Michelle is starting over. Once a terrifying thought for her, she’s now filled with a profound sense of freedom and openness, but her journey to this

Blog 8.1.2024

Meet Vanessa: Faces of St. Francis House When Vanessa was asked about her experience in our Moving Ahead Program (MAP), she responded with a simple statement: “I feel like I’m more confident now. Before, I used to

Blog 7.2.2024

Meet Alelia: Faces of St. Francis House Alelia is an example of the determination and perseverance that is a hallmark of the individuals who commit to St. Francis House’s 14-week workforce development training program called the Moving

News 6.20.2024

Mark Valentino Joins SFH Board of Directors We’re pleased to announce the appointment of Mark Valentino, head of business banking at Citizens, to our board of directors. This brings the number of SFH board members to 20.

Blog 5.31.2024

Congratulations to Our 214th Moving Ahead Program (MAP) Graduating Class Today, our day shelter celebrated a significant milestone: the 214th graduation ceremony of our Moving Ahead Program (MAP). This event marked not just the end of a rigorous program but

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In the Press 8.12.2024

From GBH: Boston has 2nd highest homeless rate in the US, report finds

By Mark Herz and Diego Lopez August 6, 2024 Boston has the nation’s second-highest rate of homelessness among major cities, according to a new report from Boston Indicators. But the report also

In the Press 5.22.2024

Crowded shelters struggle to find and retain staff, providers tell lawmakers during State House rally

By Alison Kuznitz | State House News Service May 16, 2024 Shelter providers serving homeless individuals urged lawmakers Wednesday to provide funding for a workforce development program as they face

In the Press 2.13.2024

From WCVB 5: Thousands gather on Boston Common for fundraiser to end homelessness

February 11, 2024 By Brianna Borghi, WCVB TV Reporter BOSTON —Sunday marked the 8th annual Winter Walk, a fundraiser that benefits 13 local organizations to help unhoused people in Massachusetts.

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Our Staff Spotlight

Meet Keri Thomas, our New Vice President of Programs & Services

What is your role at SFH and how long have you been working there? I am the Vice President of Programs & Services and have been working at SFH for

Meet our March Staff Spotlight, Ashly Culver!

As a Case Manager at St. Francis House, Ashly Culver works directly with people experiencing homelessness, helping them overcome obstacles on their path to stability and housing. From helping our

Fabiana Videla Receives Spirit of St. Francis Award

Each year, St. Francis House recognizes the outstanding work of one staff member with the Tim Bulla Spirit of St. Francis Award. The award was created in 2018 in honor

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All the Way Home

Mandarin Oriental, Boston

Please join us in celebrating the 40th Anniversary of St. Francis House at All the Way Home Saturday, November 9, 2024 Mandarin Oriental, Boston The night begins with a cocktail

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