A home for the body and hope for the soul.

LEFSA is a non-profit, interdenominational empowerment ministry sponsored by the Sisters of Charity of New York. It serves people who are homeless, living in city-sponsored shelters and on the streets of New York City.

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Philoxenia & LEFSA Pop-Up Pantry Event

Philoxenia & LEFSA Pop-Up Pantry Event

On September 27, 2025, Philoxenia & LEFSA had a Pop-Up Pantry event outside of the LEFSA office located in Harlem. We served 163 community...