Media Type: SJC in the News

FOX 11 News In Depth visited St. Joseph Center’s Bread & Roses Café in Venice to learn more about the program’s approach to food, hospitality, and community. Chef Cristela Alvarado and Chef Brian Beasley, both graduates of St. Joseph Center’s culinary training program, discuss their work at Bread & Roses and the role food can … Continued

ABC7 visited St. Joseph Center’s annual Winter Wonderland event, where Jimmy Kimmel, Molly McNearney and members of the Jimmy Kimmel Live! team joined families and staff to celebrate the holiday season. The longtime partners helped decorate the site, distribute gifts and spend time with families. Jimmy Kimmel Live! has partnered with St. Joseph Center since … Continued

St. Joseph Center was selected alongside Hollywood Community Housing Corporation as one of Bank of America’s two 2024 Neighborhood Builders in Los Angeles. Through the program, each organization received a $200,000 flexible grant over two years, comprehensive leadership training for its executive director and an emerging leader, and access to a national network of nonprofit … Continued

St. Joseph Center’s annual Drive-Through Turkey Giveaway brought staff, volunteers, and community partners together to distribute more than 1,700 turkeys and Thanksgiving meals to families across Los Angeles. The Argonaut documented the day through photographs by staff photographer Chris Mortenson, capturing volunteers preparing and distributing food and community members taking part in the annual holiday … Continued

As communities across the Westside reflected on gratitude during the Thanksgiving season, Santa Monica Daily Press included St. Joseph Center’s annual Drive-Through Turkey Giveaway among its local coverage. The event brought staff, volunteers, and community partners together to distribute more than 1,600 Thanksgiving meals to individuals and families in need. The broader Santa Monica Daily … Continued

The Los Angeles Business Journal examines the partnerships, funding, and coordinated strategies behind efforts to address homelessness across Los Angeles County, including St. Joseph Center’s work connecting people experiencing homelessness with housing and supportive services. The article looks closely at St. Joseph Center’s Ocean Front Walk Encampment to Home initiative in Venice, where multidisciplinary teams … Continued

KCAL/KCBS reporter Jasmine Viel visited St. Joseph Center’s Bread and Roses Café in Venice as the program celebrated 35 years of serving the community. Bread and Roses Café provides more than 600 free meals each week in a restaurant-style setting, offering guests a welcoming place to enjoy a meal while also connecting them with additional … Continued

St. Joseph Center President and CEO Dr. Ryan J. Smith joined FOX 11 Good Day LA at Bread and Roses Café in Venice as the program celebrated its 35th anniversary. During the segment, Ryan spoke about the café’s history and its role in St. Joseph Center’s work with people experiencing homelessness. Bread and Roses provides … Continued

Head Chef James Cunningham spoke with FOX 11 at St. Joseph Center’s Bread and Roses Café as the café celebrated its 35th anniversary. During the segment, Chef James shares a look at the café’s menu and talks about what he enjoys most about serving the community. Bread and Roses provides meals in a welcoming, restaurant-style … Continued

Bread & Roses Training Kitchen student Brian Beasley spoke with FOX 11 about his path from incarceration to pursuing a career in the culinary arts. During the segment, Brian shares how the Training Kitchen is helping him build culinary skills and prepare for new opportunities. The program provides hands-on training and support for people working … Continued