The Father McKenna Center

The Father McKenna Center The mission of The Father McKenna Center is to offer a haven of hope and dignity to men struggling with homelessness and families experiencing food insecurity

We operate a Day Program for men experiencing homelessness, as well as the Greg Gannon Food Pantry for households facing food insecurity in Washington, DC. For details of our hours and services, please check the Activity Schedule: https://fathermckennacenter.org/activity-schedule/

We welcome volunteers. Details and links are available through SignUpGenius: https://bit.ly/fmc_volunteer

Last week, our first of two groups of students joined us for a summer immersion trip. After orientation, the students a...
06/09/2026

Last week, our first of two groups of students joined us for
a summer immersion trip. After orientation, the students and faculty quickly engaged with daily life
at McKenna. Spending their nights at the center, they served meals, restocked the pantry, and widened
their understandings of homelessness and poverty.
We are grateful for their hard work, curiosity, and commitment to learning directly from members of our community.

From .dc parishioners to students from , our volunteers come from different backgrounds and walks of life. No matter whe...
06/05/2026

From .dc parishioners to students from ,
our volunteers come from different backgrounds and walks of life. No matter where they come from, they are all united by a shared love of service and a dedication to providing for our guests. Thank you to
all of our volunteers for making our work possible!

Last week, due to an unexpected leak in our hot water heater, our food pantry unfortunately flooded during our day progr...
06/03/2026

Last week, due to an unexpected leak in our hot water heater, our food pantry unfortunately flooded during our day programs.‎

Immediately, our staff team leapt into action together patched the hole, and began mopping up the floor. Thanks to their efforts, by 1:30 p.m. the pantry was almost entirely dry and our guests were able to shop as normal.

No matter the challenge, the staff of the McKenna Center remain committed to persevering through it to ensure that access to our essential services is never hindered.We are especially grateful that there was no damage to the pantry or its contents, allowing us to continue serving the community without disruption. Moments like these showcase the teamwork and upbeat attitude that is central to all our work.

After their senior picnic, seniors stopped by the McKenna Center to drop off food for our guests. We admire how they re...
05/29/2026

After their senior picnic, seniors stopped by the McKenna Center to drop off food for our guests. We admire how they remembered those in need while celebrating such an important milestone. Congratulations to the graduates, and thank you for serving the community with such compassion!

Last week, Tiffany Thomas of Walker Memorial Baptist Church on 2020 13th St. NW stopped by to conduct outreach to the me...
05/26/2026

Last week, Tiffany Thomas of Walker Memorial Baptist Church on 2020 13th St. NW stopped by to conduct outreach to the men. We deeply value all our community partners who are committed to improving the lives of those experiencing homelessness or food insecurity. Visits like these also make sure our guests have an active voice in proposing resources or services that would best meet their needs. Thank you!

A big thank you to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - Washington, D.C. for dropping off fresh meals for our guests ...
05/20/2026

A big thank you to Immaculate Conception Catholic Church - Washington, D.C. for dropping off fresh meals for our guests this week! The chicken alfredo, baked ziti, garden salads, and cookies were all huge hits with the men. Gestures like these do more than just provide a delicious meal—they remind our guests that they are supported by a caring community.

Some moments from Gannon’s ABST Instagram Takeover! Students from Gannon University (Erie PA) had the opportunity to wor...
05/16/2026

Some moments from Gannon’s ABST Instagram Takeover!

Students from Gannon University (Erie PA) had the opportunity to work amongst the staff and support the clients throughout the week!

We (ABST group) were able to help with serving meals, playing games with the men, and aiding in the food pantry. Alongside such, we helped with various tasks including meal prep, unloading pantry items, and having a blast dancing with Paul.

Overall, we had a tremendously good time working with the center to evolve our understanding of food insecurity and disadvantaged populations.

Thank you to the center!

Last week, we welcomed a group of volunteers participating in Yale Day of Service. From serving lunch to the men to shar...
05/13/2026

Last week, we welcomed a group of volunteers participating in Yale Day of Service. From serving lunch to the men to sharing conversations and brightening many days, they contributed to the welcoming environment that makes the McKenna Center special. We are grateful that they chose to participate in this tradition of service by spending time with us!

As the school year comes to an end, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to all the students who spent time voluntee...
05/08/2026

As the school year comes to an end, we want to extend our sincere gratitude to all the students who spent time volunteering at the McKenna Center throughout the year. These volunteers have had a tremendous positive impact on the lives of so many of our guests and have truly embodied what it means to be men for others. We are blessed to have such reliable, compassionate, and hardworking volunteers to support our work, and we look forward to continuing this partnership in the years ahead!

Gonzaga student Robert S. came by this morning to drop off ~500 lbs of non-perishables, which he collected as part of hi...
05/05/2026

Gonzaga student Robert S. came by this morning to drop off ~500 lbs of non-perishables, which he collected as part of his Eagle Scout project supporting the Father McKenna Center.

Our Pantry, which provides groceries to over 500 households a month, could not operate without the generous support of community members like Robert. Thank you Robert for your efforts and facilitating such a significant donation to the Center!

Address

900 North Capitol Street NW
Washington D.C., DC
20001

Opening Hours

Monday 7:30am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Tuesday 7:30am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Wednesday 7:30am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Thursday 7:30am - 12:30pm
1:30pm - 2:30pm
Friday 7:30am - 12:30pm

Telephone

+12028421112

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