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The Father McKenna Center has modified its programs and services in light of the Coronavirus pandemic.
Our response is principally guided by our commitment to our mission of service to Fr. Horace McKenna’s “flock,” and our focus is always on the safety and dignity of the people we serve.

Updated July 20

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Our Mission:
To accompany and care for families struggling with poverty and men facing homelessness by providing food, shelter, clothing and services to support their journey toward stability, productivity, meaning and hope, building upon the good works, ideals and values of Father Horace McKenna, S.J.

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Volunteer:
We rely on the support of regular volunteers from all walks of life.

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UNDERSTAND:
Is homelessness an accepted reality or an undeniable injustice?

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Donate:
Our primary sources of donations are foundations, religious communities and individuals. Can you help?

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Who we are, what we do

The Father McKenna Center is an independent 501(c)3 in the Ignatian Catholic tradition, steps from the US Capitol in Washington, DC. We serve men struggling with homelessness and families in Ward 6 dealing with food insecurity. We provide a structured program supporting our mission of Meetings Needs… Reclaiming Lives. We depend on community support. If you are able to help you can pray for us, volunteer with us, or donate to support our work.

What’s happening now

Inauguration Closure

January 15, 2021

Our Vision

People who struggle with poverty and homelessness will have access to the resources they need to create and sustain lives of stability, productivity, meaning and hope.

Our Values

We believe that all persons are made in the image and likeness of God and as such deserve to be treated with respect and dignity.

We believe that people who struggle with poverty and homelessness deserve access to material, spiritual and support resources that will lead to stability and meaning in their lives.

We believe that the wider community should embrace and support people who struggle with poverty and homelessness to ensure access to the resources necessary to reduce or eliminate these conditions.

Programs

Day Program

Supporting men on their journey through homelessness, with targeted case management and provision of basic human services.

Hypothermia Program

Ending an individual’s homelessness through a unique, application-based, wintertime living experience, with intensive case management, and a supportive community.

Food Pantry

Offering healthy supplemental groceries in a market environment, to address food insecurity for families and seniors resident in Ward 6.

Immersion Service Learning Program

Exposing young women and men to the issues of homelessness and poverty, challenging them through service, reflection, and transformative education.

The Father McKenna Center has modified its programs and services in light of the Coronavirus pandemic.

Our Mission:

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