August is upon us! With summer in full force, we’ve been offering guest favorites like barbecue chicken and tropical smoothies. We’re also grateful to have seen several volunteer groups from the community, such as Unreal Snacks, Amazon and Gays for Good. Thank you to each and every one of you for continuing to support our mission!
June is upon us, and we're excited to kick off the summer! Lately, the mood at FNSP has been a cheery one, with our volunteers and guests alike enjoying the warm weather. Our staff and veteran volunteers are continuing to introduce the program to newcomers. Together, we're creating an incredible team that's able to help each other and the Boston community!
With May in full swing, there’s a vibrant energy in the air - and here at the Friday Night Supper Program, we’re feeling it too. This time of year brings more than just sunshine and blooming trees; it brings new momentum in our work to care for our neighbors with dignity, warmth, and consistency. Lately, we’ve been busy behind the scenes and out in the community- preparing for the Walk for Hunger, welcoming new volunteers, and continuing to provide nourishing meals, pantry staples, and clothing to those who need them most. Whether it’s a warm conversation over dinner or a fresh shirt from our closet, every act of support goes a long way.
April has arrived, bringing with it a sense of fresh possibilities and hope. As we welcome the warmer weather, we’re reminded of the strength and resilience of our community. This month, we're excited to share that our efforts to support our guests are blossoming—just like the season around us. Our clothing closet is stocked with lighter, seasonally appropriate options, helping ourguests transition into spring comfortably. Meanwhile, our pantry continues to provide essential nourishment, offering a steady foundation for those facing challenges. Together, we continue to build a community rooted in care, renewal, and shared growth.
Join us in welcoming March- the start of a new season!
With the new season arriving, the signs are everywhere. Longer days, the first blooms, and the sense of fresh possibilities! Just like the season, this month at the Friday Night Supper program is bursting with new partnerships, exciting updates and new stories that inspire. We’re grateful for your continued support and being apart of our journey.
As the winter chill settles in, we’re wrapping our community in warmth— both in spirit and action. The FNSP Clothing Closet has been in full swing, ensuring most of our guests have received sturdy winter boots to brave the snow. Hot meals are served weekly, offering not just nourishment but a space for connection and care. This season is about more than just staying warm— it’s about building a community where everyone feels seen and supported. With hearts full of kindness and a touch of Valentine’s Day cheer, we invite you to dive into this month’s newsletter and be apart of the love we’re sharing.
Happy New Year, FNSP! As we embrace the season ahead, we are reminded of the warmth and care that’ve built our community. In 2024, through our Warm, Dry Feet program, we’ve ensured that every guest steps out with comfort and protection, while our clothing closet continues to offer the right layers for every season. And every Friday night, we’ve gathered as a community to share a meal—sharing nourishing, hot, and delicious food that has filled hearts as well as stomachs. As we move into this new year, we are grateful for your unwavering contributions in helping us support those who need it most.
Happy New Year Friday Night Supper Friends and Family!
As we bid farewell to the past year and eagerly embrace the possibilities that lie ahead, we wanted to take a moment to express our deepest gratitude to each and everyone who has played a vital role in making FNSP a beacon of hope and positive change.
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Hello Friday Night Supper family,
Happy December! Happy Holidays to those who celebrate, and we're wishing a warm and cozy month to all the members of our little community.
We're thrilled to update you on all the FNSP news, so keep reading to see what's new!
Hello FNSP family!
Happy November! It's getting chilly out, and we're thankful for all our volunteers and supporters who are dedicated to keeping our community warm and bright this month.
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Howdy FNSP folks!
We hope that your October is off to a wonderful start! As this year's crisp autumn comes to
visit, many of us might find pleasure and comfort in bundling up with a nice snack and a hot
drink. We are grateful for our volunteers and supporters who contribute their time and
donations to provide their community the warm drinks, clothes, and hot meals that we love to
enjoy this time of year.
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Greetings FNSP Friends!
We hope that June is off to a great start for you! At FNSP, we are excited for the arrival of summer when we add a lot of fresh seasonal fruits and vegetables to our weekly menu! A very special thank you to our partners and friends at Arlington Street Church who collected more than $1,000 to support FNSP through their Sunday Worship Offertory collection! We are expanding our Board of Directors as we prepare to start planning our 40th Anniversary which we'll celebrate in 2024. Please read on to learn more about recent happenings at FNSP!
Greetings FNSP Friends!
We are excited by the arrival of May with warmer temperatures and longer days! Our Kitchen Manager, Elaina, along with our volunteers have been cooking up some delicious meals each Friday (check out the pictures below.) Our partners at Boston Healthcare for the Homeless were back last week offering Covid boosters for guests and volunteers. We've also had help from many great volunteer groups this month!
Greetings FNSP Friends!
Spring has arrived and it feels like summer is close behind. We are excited to celebrate our FNSP volunteers in this newsletter as the nation celebrates National Volunteer Month. We truly appreciate each and every one of our volunteers- without your service, we couldn't do the work we do!
Greetings FNSP Friends!
We hope the year is going well for you- it's hard to believe that March is already here! In this newsletter, we are excited to introduce, Aaidaliz Perez, FNSP's new Program Director. You can read more about Aaida below.
Though it has been a relatively mild winter, we have held dinner service during some brutally cold weather this winter. We are grateful to be able to provide hot soup, hot coffee, hot, nutritious food, and a warm place to get some respite from the winter weather to our guests. We are also grateful to our staff and volunteers who ensure that we are open EVERY Friday without fail, even during inclement weather. If you would like to join us on a Friday, we still have some volunteer openings in March.
We are excited to share that we have hired a new, permanent Program Manager, Aaidaliz Perez, who will begin on Friday, January 27th. We are excited to welcome Aaidaliz to the program and look forward to introducing her more fully in the next couple of weeks. We also want to express how grateful we are to Suzanne Rappaport who stepped in as our interim Program Director in October and has done a phenomenal job managing the program. Suzanne will continue to work with Aaidaliz over the next few weeks. Thank you, Suzanne!
We are delighted to introduce Elaina Smith, who started on December 9th as FNSP's new Kitchen Manager! As we wrap up 2022, November and December have been very busy at FNSP. We started our annual "Warm and Dry Feet" program where we distribute winter boots and socks to our guests.
Friday Night Supper Program can rightfully be called one of Back Bay’s most-consistent unsung heroes, faithfully serving hot, nutritious meals once a week since 1984 to Boston’s homeless and extremely low-income residents from the Arlington Street Church, and after pivoting to providing hot to-go meals during the pandemic, it will resume offering seated, family-style dinners at the church again Friday, June 25.
Boston, June 3, 2021 – Friday Night Supper Program is one of 140 local nonprofits to receive grants of $100,000 to $500,000 each through Cummings Foundation’s $25 Million Grant Program. The Boston - based organization was chosen from a total of 590 applicants during a competitive review process. It will receive $100,000 over 10 years.
As summer winds down and the crisp air of fall begins to roll in, we’re taking a moment to reflect on a vibrant and rewarding August here at FNSP. From welcoming the enthusiastic Suffolk University study abroad cohort to celebrating our incredible volunteers at our appreciation night at Lucky Strike, this month has been full of connection, community, and gratitude.
Looking ahead to September, we’re excited to embrace the change of season with fall-inspired meals that celebrate the harvest - think hearty, warming dishes made with seasonal ingredients. We’ll also be introducing new dishware and aprons in our dining room, adding a fresh touch to the meals we serve with love and care.