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Fostering In Faith: Noah (Texas)
Vibrant and energetic, Noah, 11, has a wide range of talents and interests, including a natural athletic ability and a
Fostering In Faith: Noah (Texas)
Vibrant and energetic, Noah, 11, has a wide range of talents and interests, including a natural athletic ability and a
Fostering In Faith: Ian (Kansas)
Fourteen-year-old Ian has already had a difficult life, through no fault of his own. He needs a special forever family, one that will advocate for
Conversations | Ep. 08
In this episode of the Saint Francis Ministries Conversations podcast, Father Andrew O’Connor sits down with Chief Clinical Officer Amanda Pfannenstiel and Director of Corporate
Single Parents and Saint Francis
It’s not easy being a single parent. You’re essentially doing the work of two, often working more than one job, while navigating childcare, health care,
Honoring Women, Strengthening Families
Earlier this month, we marked International Women’s Day, an occasion to honor the sacrifices and daily heroism of women, particularly those dealing with single parenthood,
SFM Turns Blue in April
Every spring, Saint Francis Ministries turns blue. You’ll see the color in full bloom, painting our office spaces and grounds in azure signage and pinwheels
National Social Work Month 2026: Uplift. Defend. Transform.
Uplift. Defend. Transform. That’s the theme of this year’s National Social Work Month, and it speaks directly to what social workers do every day. This
Good Day Kansas – Match Madness with Ginny Ellis
In this Good Day Kansas segment, Ginny Ellis, Executive Director of Development at Saint Francis Ministries, shares details about Match Madness—one of the organization’s favorite
Match Madness: Supporting Youth at Our Salina Emergency Shelter
Saint Francis Ministries is celebrating 15 Years of Love and Gratitude – and 80 years of healing and hope – this Thursday, March 12. The
Fostering In Faith: Geneva (Texas)
Sixteen-year-old Geneva is bright and spirited, with a warm heart and a flair for style. She loves expressing herself through fashion and enjoys getting her
Small Gestures Can Change Lives
Earlier this month, on February 17, we marked Random Acts of Kindness Day, which speaks to something especially worth remembering these days: small gestures can
Health Care Equity: Every Person Deserves a Chance to Thrive
Health, healing, and human dignity are inseparable. At Saint Francis Ministries, this belief shapes not only how we serve children and families, but how we
Good Day Kansas – Celebrating 80 Years by Giving Back with Denny Marlin
As Saint Francis Ministries marks its 80th anniversary, the organization is finding new ways to live out its mission of healing and hope—not just through
Our partners help us make kids’ lives better
Each year, the spirit of Christmas for Kids reminds us that hope often arrives through the kindness of a community. At Saint Francis Ministries, that
Love is something we do … every day
Valentine’s Day usually arrives wrapped in familiar images like flowers, cards, chocolates, and candlelit dinners. It is a day we associate with romance, affection, and
Partnership Corner
Saint Francis and Christmas Never Fail to Deliver Smiles Once again, Saint Francis Ministries’ Christmas for Kids campaign delivered hope and holiday cheer to hundreds
Bryant and Rathbun Return for a Conversation
One of the hallmarks of Conversations, Saint Francis Ministries’ bi-monthly video series, is the opportunity to hear directly from individuals whose leadership and service have
Organizational Updates
Saint Francis Ministries Online Courses for CEUs and Professional Development The Saint Francis Ministries Training Department now offers public access to 26 self-paced online courses,
Saint Francis Ministries Awarded HEART Grant
While the Fatherhood FIRE grant concluded last year, Saint Francis Ministries remains deeply committed to providing comprehensive parenting education and family support. In late 2025,
SFM Advocacy Remains Focused on Three Core Priorities
The Advocacy team continues its pre-session work as legislative sessions begin across several of the states where Saint Francis Ministries operates. This work includes engaging
Match Madness 2026 Just a Few Weeks Away
March will soon be upon us, which means Match Madness is right around the corner. Inaugurated in 2012 by the Greater Salina Community Foundation (GSCF),
Announcing Our Inaugural Founder’s Day Campaign
This month, Saint Francis Ministries invites our friends and partners to honor our past and invest in a future of healing and hope. In 1945,
Investing in People Who Serve Children and Families
At Saint Francis Ministries, we know that strong outcomes for children and families begin with well-trained, skilled, and compassionate professionals. As a national leader in
Fostering In Faith: Jaxon (Kansas)
Thirteen-year-old Jaxon is ready to be happy. Unfortunately, his life so far has been short on the happiness and love he deserves. He communicates in
Fostering In Faith: Caleb (Texas)
Bright and curious, Caleb is a determined young boy with a big personality and an even bigger heart. He has a natural sense of wonder
Building Trust, One Shopping Trip at a Time
Earlier this month, we marked Law Enforcement Appreciation Day, when we pause to recognize the men and women who serve our communities with dedication, courage,
Honoring Dr. King by Building the Beloved Community
Each year on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we pause to remember a man whose life reshaped the moral imagination of our nation. Dr. King
Founder’s Day: Honoring Fr. Bob’s Legacy
In 1945, Father Robert Mize Jr. founded Saint Francis Boys’ Home in Ellsworth, Kansas, with one principle in mind: no young person should ever be
Fostering In Faith: Myles (Texas)
Kind and cheerful with a vibrant personality, Myles loves to play video games and watch movies in his free time. Still, he doesn’t spend all
Fostering In Faith: Angel (Kansas)
Thirteen-year-old Angel has spent most of his short life in foster care. His brother, with whom he’s close, has been adopted, but Angel still waits
Saint Francis awarded HEART grant
Saint Francis Ministries is proud to announce that the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Administration for Children and Families has awarded the organization