St. Francis Center

06/02/2026

Bishop Matthew Elshoff, OFM Cap., auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles responsible for the Our Lady of the Angels Pastoral Region, honored us with his presence recently.

As a Franciscan, Bishop Matt needed little explanation to immediately understand our mission: “to feed, serve, and walk with the poor as a community of hope in the spirit of St. Francis of Assisi.”

During his visit, he toured the facility, learned about our many programs and met with staff, volunteers, and guests. He offered a listening ear, words of encouragement, and a beautiful blessing to both our staff and the participants of Friday Senior Bingo.

Thank you, Bishop Matt! Please come back soon!

05/29/2026

For the past three years, St. Francis Center has partnered with AYUDAR Foundation to provide youth with a vital resource: the YAY (Youth Achievement Year) Program. This year-long wellness and leadership program serves youth ages 13–17, helping students explore mental health, career pathways, college and vocational opportunities, and community development.

The YAY Program’s tagline is “Pathways to Success,” and St. Francis Center is proud to celebrate four students who are own their own pathways to success and are heading to college!

Stay tuned for more exciting updates from our YAY students!

05/27/2026

Celebrate Father’s Day by giving back!

Join St. Francis Center in showing love and support to the incredible fathers in our unhoused and low-income community through our Father’s Day Donation Drive.

📅 Donation Drive Dates:
Now through Thursday, June 12, 2026

📍 Drop-Off Location:
St. Francis Center
1835 S. Hope St.
Los Angeles, CA 90015

📧 Questions?
Contact: [email protected]

Every donation helps make Father’s Day a little brighter for dads in our community. Thank you for your support!

05/25/2026

At St. Francis Center, our mission is rooted in compassion, service, and care for our neighbors—values made possible through the sacrifices of so many who served our nation with honor.

Today, St. Francis Center remembers and honors the brave men and women who gave their lives while valiantly serving in the United States Armed Forces. Their courage, sacrifice, and love of country will never be forgotten.

As we gather with family and friends this Memorial Day, we pause in gratitude for those who made the ultimate sacrifice to protect the freedoms we cherish each day. We honor their legacy, pray for their loved ones, and remain forever thankful for their selfless service.

“Greater love has no one than this, than to lay down one’s life for his friends.” — John 15:13

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05/20/2026

Today is California Nonprofits Day! 🎉

At St. Francis Center, we’re honored to stand alongside thousands of nonprofit organizations across California working every day to create hope, dignity, and opportunity in our communities.

But today is also about you — our donors, volunteers, partners, and supporters. Your compassion is what makes this work possible. Because of your generosity, families are fed, individuals experiencing homelessness are supported with dignity, and our community is reminded that they are not alone.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who chooses to invest in nonprofits and in the people we serve. Your support creates real and lasting change, not only today, but every single day of the year.

Happy California Nonprofits Day! 💙

05/20/2026

You never know when a little kindness will come back to you!

A few years ago, three wonderful USC students volunteered at St. Francis Center. Those brilliant young ladies came with hearts ready to serve, but more than that they treasured the moments they experienced with our unhoused friends. And they didn't forget!

Recently, St. Francis Center was awarded a $10,000 grant from the David Bohnett Foundation. It was a total surprise when we learned about the three young USC students who served at SFC years ago; remembered the vital work we do at the Center and nominated us for this prestigious award.

Thank you Sophie, Sophia, and Rachael for serving Hope with us!

05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from St. Francis Center! ❤️

Today, we celebrate all moms for who you are and for the love, strength, and care you share every day.

Wishing you a beautiful day filled with joy, appreciation, and love. 💐

05/08/2026

We love celebrating our SFC moms! ❤️

That’s exactly what we did at this year’s Mother’s Day at SFC, where we had the joy of showering 119 moms with an amazing shopping spree experience.

A heartfelt thank you to our generous donors who made it possible for each mom to go home with brand-new clothing and special gift items. Your support helped make the day truly memorable!

Happy Mother’s Day💐

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05/06/2026

05/05/2026

We’re so excited about our new partnership with Aegis Treatment Centers!

Aegis’ Mobile Medication Unit is now serving our friends on Hope Street and the surrounding area Monday through Friday from 10AM to 1PM.

You’ll find them parked right at 1835 S. Hope Street, right in front of St. Francis Center!

Where there is treatment, there is HOPE.

For more information: 714.313.0502