FEEDING THE HUNGRY

Meson de Jesús


Six days a week, the Mesón de Jesús serves breakfast and lunch to hundreds of struggling adults, many seeking a simple meal to get through the day or a reassuring smile. Family members also carry food into the hills for those too weak to walk.

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A group of people are sitting around a table with a bottle of aquafina water
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Additionally, the Méson functions as a shelter from the tropical storms and as community center or oasis from a life of hardship. The elderly come to mingle, avoiding isolation and having a hot meal.  It is an integral part of the community and a respite for the marginalized residents.

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Children's Dining Rooms


An additional two dining rooms provide food and refuge to children.


The Casa Franciscana Mission's dining rooms for children provide food for those whom might not have eaten since breakfast and are not served food in school.

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A group of young girls are sitting at a table drinking from plastic cups
A little girl is holding a slice of pizza and a carton of milk.
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Many children are now thriving thanks to a safe environment fostered by our Mission Staff.


After their meal, children at the youth center have time to engage in play while waiting for their parents to arrive.

Home Food Distribution


The Mission also provides remote food and care packages to the homebound. Over 12,000 food boxes are delivered to the disabled and elderly each year.

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A man and a woman are sitting on a bed holding bags of food.
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Migrant Farmworkers


The Mission helps migrant workers going both North and South with food, clothing, temporary shelter and other assistance as needed. This assistance might be the only food they receive for many days on their journey.