St. Anthony Foundation to Host “Celebrating 75 Years on Golden Gate” Block Party

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Media Contact:
Sally Haims | Chief Marketing and Communications Officer
(415) 254-5884 | SHaims@stanthonysf.org

On Saturday, Oct. 4^th, the foundation will celebrate its caring community of supporters whose kindness has fueled its mission for decades

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. — September 28, 2025 — St. Anthony Foundation will host a “Celebrating 75 Years on Golden Gate” Block Party on Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 12:00–3:00 p.m. on the Golden Gate Greenway to mark its milestone 75th Anniversary of service to San Francisco.

This free, family-friendly community celebration will bring together neighbors, civic leaders, donors, and volunteers to share holiday treats, music, and joyful activities that reflect St. Anthony’s mission of providing essential and life-changing services to more than 10,000 guests each year.

“Seventy-five years ago, our founders opened their doors with a simple Franciscan vision — to offer connection, warm meals, and hope to anyone who needed it,” said Dr. Lawrence Kwan, CEO of St. Anthony Foundation. “Today, our community of supporters continues to make that vision real, equipping thousands of our neighbors each year with the tools to renew their lives and together, we’re creating a blueprint for a thriving Tenderloin community and beyond.”

Event Highlights

Blessing of the Animals: 10:00am-3:00pm A St. Anthony’s tradition that honors the Feast of St. Francis, celebrating all creatures great and small.
Civic & Community Leaders: Local leaders and partners will join St. Anthony’s team to offer warm winter essentials to guests, share remarks, and celebrate progress made toward a stronger Tenderloin and San Francisco. Speaking portion at 12:15pm.
Family Fun & Free Activities: Kids’ bike giveaway with SF Bike Coalition, games, arts and crafts, raffles, and more.
Food & Hospitality: Treats and refreshments, and giveaways for community members of all ages.

A Season of Gratitude

The “Celebrating 75 Years on Golden Gate” Block Party is a joyful example of what happens when San Franciscans join together to give thanks for one another. St. Anthony’s extends deep gratitude to its sponsors and partners — including Kaiser Permanente, Waymo, BiRite Foodservice Distributors, SF Bike Coalition, Chinatown Community Development Center, Faithful Fools, and Curry Senior Club, SF library, Boys and Girls Club, — for helping make the event possible.

“Together, we’re not just serving meals or giving away bikes and warm winter essentials,” Dr. Kwan added. “We’re strengthening our caring community of belonging. We’re reminding one another that every neighbor deserves dignity, connection, and the chance to thrive.”

Event Details

WHAT: St. Anthony’s Celebrating 75 Years on Golden Gate Block Party
WHEN: Saturday, October 4, 2025 | 12:00 – 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Golden Gate Greenway (100 Block of Golden Gate Avenue, San Francisco)
WHO: St. Anthony’s staff, volunteers, donors, local civic leaders including Senator Scott Wiener and Supervisor Rafael Mandelman, Supervisor Bilal Mahmood, SFFD Chief Dean Crispen, Tenderloin neighbors, community partners
COST: Free and open to the public

Photo/Interview Opportunities:

St. Anthony’s CEO Dr. Lawrence Kwan and leadership team
Civic leaders serving guests and greeting neighbors, including Senator Scott Wiener, Supervisor Mandelman, Supervisor Mahmood, and the SFFD Chief Dean Crispen.
Live music, and performances, kids’ bike giveaway, warm winter essentials giveaways, hygiene kits, face painting, bingo, family activities
Blessing of the Animals: 10:00am-3:00pm
Community members enjoying food, music, and festivities

For media inquiries or to RSVP, please contact Sally Haims at shaims@stanthonysf.org or (415) 254-5884.

About St. Anthony Foundation
Founded in 1950, St. Anthony Foundation has been a beacon of hope in San Francisco’s Tenderloin for 75 years. Through its integrated, whole-person care model, St. Anthony’s provides warm meals 365 days a year, medical care, addiction recovery, clothing, technology access, job training, employment opportunities, and a welcoming community. Guided by its Franciscan values of community, justice, and personalism, St. Anthony’s helps more than 10,000 guests annually take steps toward stability, health, and renewed purpose.

Learn more at www.stanthonysf.org. Join our caring community and make a meaningful difference: Donate. Volunteer.