Poverello House

Chill Treats and Warm Hearts!🍧❄️ A huge thank you to Kona Ice for serving up delicious shaved ice to our guests, and to our amazing volunteers for making sure everyone got a taste of summer! 🙌💙

Check out our CEO’s insightful podcast interview with Every Neighborhood Partnership! 🎙️ He dives deep into the challenges of homelessness and how Poverello House is making a difference everyday 💙

How do we affirm the dignity of each person while working toward a long term shift in the sate of homelessnes in Fresno?" Listen to our latest podcast episode with Zack Darrah, CEO at Poverello House, and McKenna Gilman, Director of Kuppa Cares, Kuppa Joy Coffee House , to hear more from this candid, meaninful conversation.

https://youtu.be/G8z10q17SDg

Happy !📚 At Poverello House, our library is always open for guests looking to enjoy a good book, fostering a love for reading in our community. Got some books to spare? Donations can help keep our shelves stocked and our guests minds nourished. Let's keep the pages turning together! 📖💗

Three years in a row! 🏆 We're thrilled to be voted the Best Place to Volunteer in Best of Central California! A huge thank you to our incredible volunteers and supporters for making this possible. Come see why we're the best and sign up today!

Interested? For more information to volunteer, contact us at (559)498-6988🎉

Double the impact and join the fun! 🌟 From August 1 to October 31 Lennar Central Valley CA will match every donation to Papa Mike's Café up to $100,000! Your support will help us serve twice as many meals, and we need passionate volunteers to make it all happen. Get involved and make a difference today!

Interested? Sign up today and be a part of something special! For more information to volunteer, contact us at (559)498-6988 💪

Ladies Night at Hope Pointe is a joy every Tuesday! From self care sessions 🧖🏾‍♀️ to themed bingo 🏆with fun prizes, our amazing women enjoy a night of relaxation and laughter 💅✨

Double the impact, double the joy! 🌟 Donate to Papa Mike's Cafe today! Every donation you make from August 1 to October 31 is generously matched by Lennar Central Valley CA , up to $100,000! Your generosity helps us serve twice as many meals and spread even more kindness. Let's make every dollar count together! 💖🙌
Donate>> https://bit.ly/4c2IaEz

Thank you to the amazing Kaiser Permanente nurses and staff who joined us at Papa Mike's Café to spread joy and serve our guests! Want to make a difference? 🍽

Interested? Sign up today and be apart of something special. For more information or to volunteer, contact us at (559)498-6988 visit poverellohouse.org or email us at [email protected] 📧

Last Friday, thanks to our incredible volunteers the kids enjoyed a hands-on volcano experiment and engaged with interactive workbooks packed with puzzles and coloring fun. 🌋🖍️

Splashes and snacks galore! 😎💦 Our Village of Hope water balloon fight was a fun cool-down for our guests and staff. Nothing pairs better with fun than freshly prepared nachos!🌟

Flip, Fold, and Feast! 👨🏽‍🍳 Last week’s class at Hope Pointe was all about mastering the art of the perfect omelet. Our guests had a great time learning new skills and enjoying their delicious creations. 🍳

Happy Birthday, Papa Mike!🎉🎂 Today, we honor and remember the incredible legacy you began at Poverello House. Your kindness and dedication continue to inspire us everyday.❤️

Science meets summertime fun!☀️🧪 Last Friday, kids got hands-on with slime making in the courtyard hosted by our incredible volunteers. Everyone enjoyed juicy, freshly cut watermelon from Bowles Farming Co. 🍉

Papa Mike's Cafe is looking for passionate volunteers to join our team! 🍽️ If you love serving the community and have a heart for hospitality, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Interested? Sign up today and be a part of something special!
For more information or to volunteer, contact us at 559-498-6988 ext 125, visit poverellohouse.org, or email [email protected].

Join us in serving smiles and making a difference one meal at a time! 🍴❤️

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Today, on the seventh anniversary of his passing, we remember Papa Mike's life and honor his legacy of enriching the lives and spirits of all who pass our way.

Bank of America's Community Volunteer program allowed for twelve BoA Employees to serve at Poverello House's Papa Mike's Café! The team spent their morning taking orders, serving breakfast, bussing tables, and engaging with our guests.

Poverello House also received a $20,000 grant from Bank of America! These funds will go toward the rapid re-housing program, which provides rental assistance and case management for one year. We are proud and blessed to partner with Bank of America!

🌟 Help Us Hydrate Our Community 🌟

We're on a mission to provide bottled water to our unhoused neighbors, and we need YOUR help! Every bottle donated makes a huge difference, especially during these hot summer months. Together, we can make sure no one has to go thirsty.

Donate Today! Drop off at our donation lane Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm OR Saturday-Sunday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.

A big thank you to the local Fulfillment Center of Amazon for generously donating hygiene kits to support the unhoused community!

Each kit is thoughtfully equipped with a bar of soap, travel shampoo, a toothbrush, a loofah, and a comb. The Amazon team also included words of encouragement for every recipient of the kits.

HOPE Outreach and Street Navigation distribute these essential hygiene kits daily to individuals experiencing homelessness in the City of Fresno and Fresno County.

You can help too! Volunteer to assemble hygiene kits or donate supplies. >>> https://bit.ly/3RPgCvW
Drop off at our donation lane Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm OR Saturday-Sunday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Last week, the Village of Hope Navigators treated some of their guests to a trip to Pismo Beach!

Excursions to new destinations, no matter the distance, have a meaningful impact on everyone, especially our guests. For some, it was their first time seeing the beach, while others had not visited in decades.

We are blessed to offer our guests the chance to embark on new adventures as they rediscover the best version of themselves on their journey of hope.

You can support a future trip today! >>> https://bit.ly/3T5eFvO

We are so proud to be a small part of Freddy and Katrina's journey!

Congratulations, Freddy and Katrina! ❤️

In 2021, Freddy and Katrina's apartment burned down, causing them to experience homelessness. After losing their home, they fell on hard times and started staying on G Street when Poverello House Village of Hope outreach successfully sheltered them at the Village.

Katrina says her stay at the Village of Hope gave her a new outlook and taught her to be part of a community - and says she feels they'll be successful and supported in their next chapter knowing they'll have housing stability case managers checking in on them.

Congratulations to Katrina and Freddy on their move to permanent housing! 🥳

In June 2023, Poverello House partnered with the City of Fresno to provide an emergency shelter on Blackstone Avenue. Today, June 12, 2024, Poverello House celebrates one full year of services at Hope Pointe Shelter!

Read more about Hope Pointe in our Poverello Newsletter! https://bit.ly/45u4sO0
Support Hope Pointe by donating today >>> https://bit.ly/3p9sTPD

Are you looking for a meaningful way to spend your summer while making a positive impact on your community? Look no further! 🤩

Volunteers are at the core of our organization, and we are grateful for the community's commitment, enthusiasm, and generosity towards our mission.

Join us this summer as a volunteer! We welcome you seven days a week with abundant opportunities awaiting you.

Have you seen our new billboards around town?🤩

Thank you, Outfront, for partnering with us in sharing about our organization. If you see our 2024 billboards around town, take a picture and tag us!

We are grateful for Outfront's support!

National Eyewear Day falls on June 6th annually, serving as a reminder for individuals to book an eye examination. 🤓

The unhoused community faces various obstacles in accessing healthcare, including obtaining prescription eyewear. At Poverello House, the Contact Office offers essential items like hygiene products, snacks, coloring pages, notebooks, and reading glasses!

Every month, the Contact Office distributes nearly 100 pairs of eyeglasses!

Donations are highly appreciated and encouraged.
Drop off at our donation lane Monday-Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm OR Saturday-Sunday 8:00 am to 1:00 pm.

Happy National Runner’s Day!

Saturday, we had our 10th Annual 5K Run for Meals.
We raised over $50,000 for our Papa Mike's Café—restaurant-style dining for those in need.

THANK YOU!
View more photos here: https://micahcampos.com/5k-2024

We hope to see you at our 2025 event!

In 2006, the Poverello House Chef created the first version of Papa Mike’s Café. To honor Mike, the traditional three-course meal was created to serve our guests in a restaurant-style setting. This once-a-month event was always so special to staff, volunteers, and guests.

In January 2024, we opened our doors to Papa Mike’s Café!
At Papa Mike’s Café, we're on a mission to provide more than just meals; we're offering a no-cost, full-service restaurant experience with a warm ambiance, attentive service, and delectable menu options for breakfast, lunch, and dinner for all.

“Papa Mike’s Café is an evolution of what our founder started with peanut butter and jelly sandwiches more than 50 years ago. Anyone in need can have a restaurant experience with us daily. This venture is transformational for our entire community, and we are thrilled to open our doors today.” Zack Darrah, Chief Executive Officer, at the grand opening of Papa Mike’s Café.