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St. Francis Center Serving Hope to all in need. We provide hunger relief & supportive services to our community. Since 1972, St. Join our team and serve up hope at St.

Francis Center has provided relief and support to homeless and extremely low-income individuals and families in Los Angeles. Much more than a soup kitchen or a food pantry, we offer a unique range of services to sustain and empower those in need. Welcoming all with joy, dignity and compassion, we dedicate ourselves every day to Serving Hope in our community. Francis Center by donating or volunteering today.

10/08/2026

St. Francis Centerā€™s 6th Annual Blessing of the Animals was such a sweet day filled with blessings, fellowship, and plenty of adorable furry friends!

Make no mistake it was a hot one! But that didnā€™t stop our fearless crowd from showing up to make sure their beloved pets received the blessing they deserved.

And what a blessing it was! A total of 52 adorable animals including cats, dogs, a bunny, and even a turtle received a special blessing from Father Sebastian and St. Francis Centerā€™s own Brother Victor.

Thank you to everyone who braved the heat and joined us for this special celebration. Weā€™re already looking forward to next year!

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10/03/2026

As we commemorate the 800th anniversary of the death of St. Francis of Assisi, St. Francis Center blesses the pets of our unhoused guests and joyfully joins the Franciscan Family in honoring a man whose simplicity, radical living of the Gospel, love for all creation, and joy in serving the poor continue to inspire people around the world.

In his spiritā€”and with the support of so many kind and generous peopleā€”we feed, serve, and walk with the poor as a community of hope.

May the example of St. Francis continue to inspire us to live simply, serve generously, recognize the dignity of every person we encounter, and cultivate a deep love for all creatures.

We serve hope on Hope Street.

šŸ¾ SFCā€™s 6th Annual Blessing of the Animals is tomorrow! šŸ¾Join us Saturday, October 3, from 12:30ā€“1:30 PM as we gather to...
10/02/2026

šŸ¾ SFCā€™s 6th Annual Blessing of the Animals is tomorrow! šŸ¾

Join us Saturday, October 3, from 12:30ā€“1:30 PM as we gather to celebrate and give a special blessing to our beloved furry family members from Brother Victor. ā¤ļø

Itā€™s going to be especially warm tomorrow, so please remember to bring plenty of water for your pets!

We canā€™t wait to see you and your furry family members tomorrow at 12:30 PM! šŸ¶šŸ±šŸ¾

šŸ¾ Blessing of the Animals is TOMORROW! šŸ¾Saturday, October 3 | 1ā€“2:30 p.m.Itā€™s going to be a hot one! Please remember tha...
10/02/2026

šŸ¾ Blessing of the Animals is TOMORROW! šŸ¾

Saturday, October 3 | 1ā€“2:30 p.m.

Itā€™s going to be a hot one! Please remember that hot pavement and direct sun can cause burns to paws, skin, and other sensitive areas and especially for our furry friends.

Please bring plenty of water for your pet and have a plan to help keep them cool and comfortable. Weā€™ll have canopies available for shade during the event.

St. Francis of Assisi was known for his love of all animals and we love them, too! ā¤ļøšŸ¶šŸ±šŸ°

We canā€™t wait to bless your beloved pets! šŸ¾šŸ™

Weā€™re Always Grateful for Your Generosity!Weā€™re reaching out once again with a few items our neighbors need most. Weā€™re ...
09/30/2026

Weā€™re Always Grateful for Your Generosity!

Weā€™re reaching out once again with a few items our neighbors need most. Weā€™re currently collecting menā€™s, womenā€™s and kidsā€™ clothing, shoes, and hygiene kits.

We kindly ask that all donated clothing and shoes be new or gently used and ready to be shared with someone in need.

Drop-off: St. Francis Center
1835 S. Hope Street, Los Angeles
Mondayā€“Saturday, until 2 p.m.

Questions? Email [email protected]

Thank you for helping us serve our community with dignity, compassion, and care.

Your generosity makes a difference!

St. Francis Centerā€™s Fall 2026 newsletter is hot off the presses, and weā€™d love for you to take a look!Visit SFC's websi...
09/28/2026

St. Francis Centerā€™s Fall 2026 newsletter is hot off the presses, and weā€™d love for you to take a look!

Visit SFC's website *link in bio and click on the Newsletters tab to read inspiring stories of hope, service, and impact made possible through your support.

Let us know what you think. Weā€™d love to hear from you!

Margaret G. Graf is a force of nature. Truly.From making PB&J sandwiches for our unhoused friends to serving as General ...
09/28/2026

Margaret G. Graf is a force of nature. Truly.

From making PB&J sandwiches for our unhoused friends to serving as General Counsel for the largest Archdiocese in the United States, Marge does it all!

And now, she has another honor to add to the list.

Marge was recently awarded the prestigious Evangelii Gaudium (ā€œThe Joy of the Gospelā€) Award by the Archdiocese of Los Angeles in recognition of her outstanding service and dedication.

We couldnā€™t be prouder or more blessed to have Marge as part of the St. Francis Center family.

Congratulations, Marge! You bring so much joy, wisdom, generosity, and heart to St. Francis Center and to the people we serve.

We are so grateful for you, our friend!

Weā€™re so grateful to partner with Adopt A Family at the Cathedral again this Christmas!This year, more than 40 precious ...
09/25/2026

Weā€™re so grateful to partner with Adopt A Family at the Cathedral again this Christmas!

This year, more than 40 precious St. Francis Center families have signed up to be adopted through the Adopt-A-Family program and will receive gifts wrapped in love.

Each year, Adopt-A-Family brings Christmas joy to hundreds of families in need, making the season a little brighter and more memorable.

Be sure to follow SFC on social media for a look at the gift delivery to St. Francis Center and the festive Christmas celebration where our families receive their gifts with hearts full of joy and gratitude.

We are so thankful for this beautiful partnership and everyone who helps make Christmas special for our SFC families!

Help Us Fill the Bowls! As we get ready for our Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, October 3, from 1ā€“2:30 p.m., weā€™re ...
09/22/2026

Help Us Fill the Bowls!

As we get ready for our Blessing of the Animals on Saturday, October 3, from 1ā€“2:30 p.m., weā€™re collecting pet food donations to help our furry friends in need!

Foo-Foo and all our beloved pet friends will be so grateful for your generosity.

Bring a bag of pet food to St. Francis Center Mondayā€“Saturday, 7 a.m.ā€“2:30 p.m., and help us make sure every pet has something to wag, purr, and celebrate about!

Thank you for helping us Serve Hope to our four-legged friends and their families!

08/28/2026

Carlo Jimenez has been a dedicated St. Francis Center volunteer for more than 10 years and heā€™s a favorite among our guests!

Our guests know him for his kindness, warm personality, and willingness to serve with heart. What they may not know is that Carlo is also the radio announcer for the Los Angeles Clippers! Letā€™s go!

ā€œCarlo has a quiet way of making everyone around him feel welcome. Heā€™s simply a joy to have as part of our community.ā€
ā€” Tanisha
Outreach and Engagement Supervisor

Since hoops are a big part of Carloā€™s life, we asked our Outreach and Engagement Supervisor, and fellow hoops enthusiast Tanisha, to sit down with him for a deeper look at what it means to be a longtime SFC volunteer.

We encourage you to be like Carlo and volunteer at St. Francis Center! Link in bio.

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1835 S Hope Street
Los Angeles, CA
90015

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Monday 7am - 2:30pm
Tuesday 7am - 3pm
Wednesday 7am - 3pm
Thursday 7am - 3pm
Friday 7am - 2:30pm
Saturday 7am - 2pm

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