Franciscan Outreach

10/15/2026

120 beds. 120 beginnings.

This fall, Franciscan Outreach will open the doors to our newest shelter, giving 120 guests a safe place to rest, regain stability, and take their next steps toward permanent housing.

A gift of $250 provides one necessary mattress. A gift of $500 provides a mattress, bedding, a hygiene kit, and an underbed storage locker. So far, 7 of 120 beginnings are funded. Will you help fund the next one? Hope has an address! Become part of a new beginning today.

https://franoutreach.org/buy-a-bed-2026/

10/14/2026

Once again, we want to thank our incredible Franciscan Outreach marathon team for their commitment to our cause. From training and fundraising to completing 26.2 miles, you showed what it means to lead with heart and purpose. We are so proud of everything you accomplished and grateful for the difference you made for our guests and community. Thank you for representing Franciscan Outreach every step of the way! 💙🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

10/13/2026

We are so proud of our Franciscan Outreach runners for completing the Chicago Marathon! Thank you for all the time, energy, and heart you put into training, fundraising, and race day. Every dollar you raised helps us provide critical services for our guests and community. We are so grateful to have you on our team and appreciate everything you did to support Franciscan Outreach. Congratulations on an amazing accomplishment! 💙🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

Running the Bank of America Chicago Marathon is the pinnacle of achievement for elite athletes and everyday runners alike. On race day, runners from all 50 states and more than 100 countries will set out to accomplish a personal dream by reaching the finish line in Grant Park.

10/12/2026

Happy Monday! Franciscan Outreach and The Walsh Group are proud to present: From Demo to Dream: 2530’s Weekly Reveal!

A quick clarification: You may have previously seen this project referred to as “2508.” The shelter’s correct address is 2530 W. 21st Street. We want to clear that up so there’s no confusion, and moving forward, we’ll continue to call it “2530.”

This fall, Franciscan Outreach is opening a new door at 2530 W. 21st Street, a space built for dignity, stability, and community. We’re so excited to see how nicely the new shelter is coming along! As we prepare to welcome guests, we’re celebrating everyone who helped make this next chapter possible and inviting the community to take a tour.

10/09/2026

The Chicago Marathon is this Sunday! 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ We’re so proud of our Team Franciscan Outreach runners and grateful for every mile they’ve trained and every dollar they’ve raised to support our guests.

Join us this Sunday at our cheer zone in front of 1101 W. Adams St., between Mile Markers 14 and 15, and help us cheer on the team! We’ll be there from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Bring your energy, a sign, and plenty of team spirit. Go Team Franciscan Outreach! 💙

Check out our team of runners at: https://fundraisers.hakuapp.com/teams/franciscan-outreach-6?partner=bc69cd072258c47563bc

10/08/2026

Our Gala may be over, but our gratitude is still going strong!
A heartfelt thank-you to all of our Safe Shelter Sponsors, for helping make our 50th Anniversary Golden Gala unforgettable.

We are deeply grateful for the generous support of Anonymous, The Crowley Family, Phil & Mary I. Doran & Family, Kathryn & Brett Galley, MD, Jim & Jill Kramer, Miles & Susan McHugh, LaShonda Milton, E Accounting & Consulting, Peck Hotel Consulting, and Wintrust.

Your generous support strengthens Franciscan Outreach’s work alongside Chicagoans experiencing homelessness and helps hope reach further every day. 💙

10/07/2026

Our Gala may be over, but we are still filled with gratitude!

Our 50th Anniversary Golden Gala was truly an incredible evening, filled with hope, compassion, and community. This special celebration would not have been possible without the generous support of our Presenting Sponsors.

Thank you for standing with Franciscan Outreach and supporting our mission to provide safe shelter, healthy meals, and life-changing services to Chicagoans experiencing homelessness. Your partnership helped make this memorable evening possible and continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our guests every day.

Because of your generosity, hope reaches even further.
💙 A heartfelt thank-you to our Presenting Sponsors for standing with us and helping make this incredible night possible!

10/05/2026

Happy Monday! Franciscan Outreach and The Walsh Group are proud to present: From Demo to Dream — 2508’s Weekly Reveal!

This Fall, Franciscan Outreach is opening a new door to our latest shelter at 2530 W. 21st Street, a space built for dignity, stability, and community. As we prepare to welcome guests, we’re celebrating everyone who helped make this next chapter possible and inviting the community to take a tour.