Welcome!

Sister Nancy Downing and Event Chair Vince C. Burke, III cordially invite you to the annual Hope Blossoms gala, taking place on May 14 from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Join us in celebrating St. Ann's Center for Children, Youth and Families' history and mission!

St. Ann’s in the News

Moving From Crisis to Stability

St. Ann's Center for Children, Youth and Families supports pregnant and/or parenting young woman and their children as as they journey from crisis to stability and lasting independence. Learn more about our programs HERE.

The mission of St. Ann's Center is supported by generous volunteers and donors who make up our community of caring. Learn more about how you can make an impact HERE.

Christmas Message from Sister Nancy Downing, CEO

The latest note from Sister Nancy Downing, CEO:

Most importantly, you've helped provide the gift of hope for the year ahead. Each woman at St. Ann's has her own goals and hopes for 2025. And thanks to you, each woman will be supported in pursuing her goals.
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  • In 2021, 31 families (including 35 children) found a home in St. Ann's Center's supportive and transitional housing programs.

  • In 2021, 12 families successfully transitioned from St. Ann’s Center to safe, permanent housing.

  • In 2021, 94% of mothers in St. Ann’s parenting classes achieved satisfactory or improved parenting skills.

  • In 2021, 53 children were served in our Child Care Center. 20 children were enrolled in the Early Head Start program.

  • In 2021, 93% of eligible mothers at St. Ann's Center successfully secured employment.

  • In 2021, 1,018 children and adults in the community received much-needed food, baby items, and other supplies through St. Ann's Outreach Program and material assistance programs.