SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Saint John’s Program for Real Change received a remarkable $100,000 donation from The Kelly Foundation on Friday, September 22, during a celebration marking the 50th anniversary of River City Bank. This generous contribution will bolster initiatives aimed at strengthening family support systems and breaking the cycles of generational trauma and poverty within…
Read MoreBreaking the Cycle of Homelessness: Support Homeless Children’s Education at Saint John’s
As the back-to-school season approaches, among the countless children excitedly preparing for school, with backpacks full of supplies and eager minds, are homeless children who lack the basic necessities for a successful education. I want to share with you the inspiring story of Vincent, a remarkable 10-year-old from Saint John’s Program for Real Change, who…
Read MoreScott, Dyllon and Randy: Pillars of support, friends, & exemplary figures for young men to look up to
Saint John’s Program for Real Change CEO Julie Hirota shared Randy’s story yesterday. ICYMI, Randy, one of our dedicated employees, was immersed in a hands-on session with two young men from our program. With rapt attention, they intently followed Randy’s lead, absorbing every detail about the tools and the task at hand. Their faces lit up…
Read MoreIntroducing Randy! Licensed Contractor extraordinaire and outstanding role model
Introducing Randy, our fantastic new addition at Saint John’s! Not only is he a stellar facilities and maintenance licensed contractor, but he’s also an incredible human being with a big heart. Today, Randy stepped up for the boys and instead of feeling left out, Mark and Jamar got the chance to work alongside Randy at…
Read MoreSaint John’s Program for Real Change Named A 2023/2024 Grant Recipient of $5M in State Funding by The California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls
California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls supporting Saint John’s Program for Real Change in their work to unleash the potential of women and children in crisis. California Commission on the Status of Women and Girls supporting Saint John’s Program for Real Change in their work to unleash the potential of women and…
Read MoreSaint John’s Program for Real Change and Cristo Rey High School Sacramento announce Guest Chef Dinner partnership
After over a decade of successes at Plates Café, we are moving Red Door Desserts and Plates Catering onto our campus. Saint John’s Program for Real Change is also very excited to announce our partnership with Cristo Rey High School Sacramento (CRHSS). Starting July 6th, Saint John’s will hold our Guest Chef Dinners at the…
Read MoreSaint John’s Program for Real Change Chosen As A 2023 Nonprofit Of The Year
SACRAMENTO — Saint John’s Program for Real Change is proud to announce it has been selected as a 2023 California Nonprofit of the Year by the California Association of Nonprofits after being nominated by California State Senator Roger Niello. Saint John’s Program for Real Change was honored by Niello at a ceremony at the California…
Read MoreCourage, Consistency and Second Chances: Cyrinana’s Story
Everyone deserves a second chance and that’s the story that Cyrinana has to tell! She arrived at Saint John’s with her three children in April of 2019 after being evicted from her home and struggling with chronic poverty. As a single mom, she was desperate to find a safe place for her kids, and that…
Read MoreKelli’s Story
Waiting to meet Kelli at Saint John’s, I knew that she had already worked a full day and had a 12-year-old daughter waiting for her at her new apartment, another 20 minutes away. But Kelli showed no signs of being tired or impatient. Instead she was cheerful, hugging the staff, and appeared visibly thrilled to…
Read MoreChef Arturo Vargas Brings in the New Year!
This January, we welcome Chef Arturo Vargas as our first Guest Chef for Saint John’s Guest Chef Dinner Series! “Teaching and cooking has been my lifetime commitment and passion from the beginning, in Mexico and beyond. After learning about Saint John’s Program for Real Change, meeting some of the wonderful residents, and touring their beautiful…
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