A Teen Paves the Way to His Future

A Teen Paves the Way to His Future

Patrick is a typical 16 year-old teen who enjoys singing and listening to music. He is enrolled in San Diego High School and participates in school activities such as Varsity Cheer Squad. But just a year ago, his life wasn’t as normal. At age 15, Patrick entered...
From Deacon Jim’s Desk: From Homeless to Independent

From Deacon Jim’s Desk: From Homeless to Independent

At Father Joe’s Villages, every homeless neighbor has a unique vision of independence. Some dream of breaking an addiction. Others equate independence with paying the rent on time each month. For Flavienne, independence meant landing a stable job.   I met...
Have Some BBQ with Us on June 11

Have Some BBQ with Us on June 11

Summer means grillin’ time! Come join Father Joe’s Villages’ staff and supporters for our backyard barbecue at Furniture Warehouse. Enjoy some treats, check out new furniture arrivals and see what’s up for grabs at our specialty auction...
CEO Deacon Jim Answers: Is the Interim Housing Program Working?

CEO Deacon Jim Answers: Is the Interim Housing Program Working?

By investing in the interim shelter, we are investing in a San Diego that connects people to the resources they need to thrive independently. Written by Deacon Jim Vargas, May 27, 2016 Homelessness in San Diego is a year-round problem that requires a year-round...

Jewel Supports Father Joe’s Villages

Before Jewel became a Grammy-nominated singer-songwriter, she was homeless in San Diego. Now, she supports Father Joe’s mission to end homelessness, one life at a time.   To help homeless neighbors find a path to self-reliance, click here or call...
Mothers Need Help, Too

Mothers Need Help, Too

Mothers at our Village are like other mothers, but with one big difference—before coming to the Village, their list of worries included where their children would sleep and when they would eat their next meal. Having overcome incredible adversity, so many of these...