A Place to Call Home
Responding to Housing Insecurity
“Praise and bless my Lord, and give Him thanks and serve Him with great humility.”
— St. Francis of Assisi
Housing insecurity is all around us, though it often goes unseen. It affects mothers struggling to provide a stable home for their children, college students balancing education and housing costs, elderly individuals living on fixed incomes, and families facing unexpected hardships. Many are hiding in plain sight – staying with friends, living in temporary accommodations, or constantly worrying about where they will find safety and rest. Behind every circumstance is a person created in the image of God, deserving of dignity, compassion, and hope.
As Sisters of St. Francis, we are called to walk alongside those who feel forgotten or displaced. Inspired by the example of St. Francis, who embraced the poor with humility and love, we support ministries that offer shelter, outreach, hospitality, and compassionate care to those experiencing homelessness and housing insecurity. Through these efforts, we offer not only practical assistance but also a renewed sense of belonging and hope.
In the Gospel of Matthew, Jesus reminds us, “I was a stranger and you welcomed me” (Matthew 25:35). Your generosity helps us live out this Gospel call by providing essential resources, temporary shelter, and compassionate support to individuals and families in need.
Every gift helps restore dignity and create pathways toward stability. We invite you to join us in this ministry of mercy by making a gift to support this vital work.
Together, we can continue to be instruments of peace and reminders of God’s enduring love.
In Wilmington, The Ministry of Caring provides affordable housing, emergency shelter, and essential services to thousands each year. In Spokane, Transitions offers safe housing, supportive services, and workforce development for women and children, many fleeing domestic violence. In Aston, sisters serving at Neumann University support students facing housing instability, helping them remain enrolled and achieve their educational goals. Through these ministries, the sisters embody the Franciscan commitment to compassion, restoring dignity, offering hope, and creating pathways to stability and independence.
Your support helps ensure that individuals and families facing housing insecurity are not alone. Together, we can provide shelter, hope, and offer the stability that people need to move forward with dignity and confidence.
**Please note: Donations designated for a specific need will be allocated for that purpose. Once the purpose has been served, excess funds will be used for our greatest need.
