Welcome to St. Mary’s Franciscan Shelter’s Fundraiser!

Founded in 1987, St. Mary’s Franciscan Shelter has remained steadfast in its mission: to support families experiencing homelessness. At our core, we are dedicated to fostering dignity, strengthening families, and finding innovative ways to help them move toward independence and long-term stability.

As a small nonprofit organization, we do not receive government funding. Instead, we rely on the generosity of private donors, corporate sponsors, and compassionate community members—like you. Tonight’s event brings our community together in support of families who need a safe place to call home. Your generosity plays a critical role in helping us continue providing shelter, support, and opportunities for families to build brighter futures.

The Need is Real

Family homelessness is the fastest-growing segment of homelessness in the U.S.
Every child deserves a safe place to sleep, yet family homelessness remains a crisis in America.
The leading cause of homelessness? It’s not addiction or mental illness—it’s the lack of affordable housing.

Many of the families we serve are already working but still can’t afford a place to live. That’s where we come in.

At St. Mary’s, we meet families at one of the most difficult times in their lives—providing the essentials: safe shelter, warm meals, and basic necessities. From there, we walk alongside them, helping them connect with vital resources and set realistic, achievable goals for long-term stability.

We welcome families of all compositions. SMFS is rooted in the belief that every person deserves dignity, support, and the opportunity to build a better future. We don’t just offer a roof—we offer hope, empowerment, and a chance to rebuild.

How You Can Help

Your ticket purchase, donation and raffle basket ticket helps us provide critical services and shelter to families in crisis. Your generosity ensures that no family walks through homelessness alone.

Thank you for standing with us. Together, we are not just sheltering families—we’re building futures.

Mission: Possible

Shelter Our Children