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Partners like Pantera are essential to the SFM mission
It’s hard to overstate the importance of community partners to the mission of Saint Francis Ministries. Whether an individual donor,
Partners like Pantera are essential to the SFM mission
It’s hard to overstate the importance of community partners to the mission of Saint Francis Ministries. Whether an individual donor,
Fostering In Faith: Kaly (Kansas)
Caring, organized, and creative, 10-year-old Kaly loves using her imagination—especially in art, her favorite subject in 5th grade. In her free time, she enjoys dancing
Fostering In Faith: Mariah (Texas)
One of 15-year-old Mariah’s greatest passions is dance. Whether she’s choreographing intricate routines or simply swaying to her favorite songs, movement is how she expresses
Deep breath
The Lord God proclaims to these bones: I am about to put breath in you, and you will live again. I will put sinews on
Is there still room in your year to change lives?
As we near the end of 2025, we hope you’ll take a few minutes to browse the Saint Francis Ministries website. In this, our 80th
SFM Launches 8,000 Hours of Volunteerism
The Reverend Robert Mize Jr. founded Saint Francis Boys’ Home in 1945 in Ellsworth, Kansas, to serve 12 adolescent boys who needed a second shot
SFM Creates New Role to Strengthen Placement Stability
As part of Saint Francis Ministries’ ongoing commitment to improving placement stability and ending night-to-night placements, SFM has established a new position – Executive Director
Saint Francis publishes 2024-2025 Impact Report
Saint Francis Ministries is pleased to announce the release of its 2024–2025 Impact Report, coinciding with the organization’s 80th anniversary year. Founded by The Reverend
Fostering In Faith: Liylah (Texas)
Bright and ambitious, 15-year-old Liylah dreams of attending law school one day. She’s already on the right path—excelling in school and participating in a variety
Fostering In Faith: Kamien (Kansas)
Creative, curious, and full of imagination, 9-year-old Kamien loves to learn. She enjoys exercising her mind with puzzles, crafts, math, and reading—and she loves school
Christmas for Kids: 25 Years of Making Christmas Special
While Saint Francis has likely been brightening children’s holidays for decades, Christmas for Kids (CFK) officially began in 2000 – making this the 25th anniversary
Advocacy: Saint Francis Deepens Engagement
During the legislative interim, SFM has prioritized steady, relationship-based advocacy – meeting consistently with key lawmakers and decision-makers to position our priorities for the next
Donor Impact: Christmas For Kids and Salina West Gymnasium Makeover
Christmas for Kids: 25 Years of Making Christmas Special While Saint Francis has likely been brightening children’s holidays for decades, Christmas for Kids (CFK) officially
Partnership Corner: Inaugural Saint Francis Pickleball Classic and Salina Poverty Simulation
Inaugural Saint Francis Pickleball Classic Connects Community About a dozen pickleball players descended on the Amarillo Netplex on September 27 to take part in the
Team Members: SFM Creates New Role to Strengthen Placement Stability
As part of Saint Francis Ministries’ ongoing commitment to improving placement stability and ending night-to-night placements, SFM has established a new position – Executive Director
Program Related: 2024-2025 Impact Report
People Are at the Heart of Our Work Saint Francis Ministries has just released the 2024–2025 Impact Report, and it’s filled with information and inspiring