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By admin February 7, 2017
At 6:00 pm on January 31st, 2017, the Sacramento City Council and County Board of Supervisors met in a joint meeting in downtown Sacramento. This was the first time that these two groups had come together in over 20 years; the issue that finally brought them together: homelessness. Over 400 concerned citizens attended the meeting, approximately 100… The post Hope for Homeless in Sacramento? appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin January 25, 2017
Each month, thousands of students throughout the Sacramento region experience homelessness. Mustard Seed School, a program of Loaves & Fishes, is a free private school for children ages 3-15 years-old who are currently homeless. Mustard Seed School provides a safe space for children while their parents access other services on the Loaves & Fishes campus.… The post Mustard Seed School appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin January 3, 2017
On January 6, 2017, at 10am, the new Friendship Park opens at Loaves & Fishes. Friendship Park is a state of the art park designed specifically for homeless people to feel welcome and safe. After years of planning, community feedback, and construction we’re ready to open a new Friendship Park especially designed for the much… The post Friendship Park Grand Opening appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin December 23, 2016
Every Christmas season, Loaves & Fishes hosts activities to celebrate our guests, many of whom have nowhere to go for the holidays. We believe that everyone deserves to celebrate during this time, and do our best to help make the holiday season a bit brighter for our guests. With the help of generous individuals and… The post Christmas Brunch at Maryhouse appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin December 8, 2016
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. In Friendship Park at Loaves & Fishes, we strive to provide nutritious breakfasts to our homeless guests. However, Loaves & Fishes cannot do this alone. Thanks to many generous groups throughout Sacramento, the Loaves & Fishes Breakfast Program is able to serve hearty, healthy lunches to the… The post Breakfast in Friendship Park appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin December 2, 2016
Anneke’s Haven, a program of Loaves & Fishes, is a daytime kennel for homeless pets. While their pets are in the kennel, guests can access important services such as a hot meal, a shower, and mental health services, knowing their pets are safe and well-fed. For many experiencing homelessness, pets are their only companions. They… The post Welcome to Anneke's Haven appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin November 14, 2016
On November 11th, 2016, Loaves & Fishes held a ceremony to honor our guests, staff, and volunteers who served in the United States military. The post Loaves & Fishes Celebrates Veterans appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin October 15, 2016
Call your supervisors today. Tell them that no child should sleep outside. District 1: Phil Serna: (916) 874-5485 District 2: Patrick Kennedy: (916) 874-5481 District 3: Susan Peters: (916) 874-5471 District 4: Roberta MacGlashan: (916) 874-5491 District 5: Don Nottoli: (916) 874-5465 Mustard Seed School at Loaves & Fishes is an emergency school for homeless children ranging in age from… The post Children sleeping outside: we need shelter. appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin September 27, 2016
The moment that I walk into Maryhouse, I can tell that it’s been a lively morning. Not that it I’m surprised; there is never a dull morning at Maryhouse. Both lobbies– downstairs and upstairs–are full of women, some waiting for showers, some waiting to talk to a Maryhouse staff member, and others simply relaxing, enjoying a… The post "Look, he's trying to feed the baby." appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.
By admin September 26, 2016
“I started smoking cigarettes when I was eight. I was the fourth of six kids, and my older brother and his friends loved daring me to do stuff. ‘Take a drag, take a drink, take a puff.’ So I started real young. It’s really too bad… I’m in my 50’s now, and my heart can’t really… The post "I had been driving trucks for years…" appeared first on Loaves & Fishes.