Help Us Win a Big Grant


by Sonja - 04-02-2013
Smiley face We need your vote to win a big grant from Walmart which will be used for feeding hungry children and educating healthy snack choices. Please vote for us. You can vote once per day, so please cast your vote daily! Ask your friends to vote...

Free GED Prep Class Tuesdays 5-8PM


by Sonja - 04-02-2013
Smiley face TUESDAYS, 5-8PM 27287 Patrick Avenue, Hayward Sponsored by the South Hayward Parish Call (510) 785-3663 Space is Limited

Betty Deforest Honored with Jefferson Award for Five Decades of Giving


by Sonja - 03-28-2013
Smiley face Our Executive Director, Betty Deforest has been honored with a Jefferson Award. "for five decades of giving to the homeless and disadvantaged, this week’s Jefferson Award in the Bay Area goes to Betty DeForest." Betty Deforest Honored with Jeffe...

Betty Deforest Receives Award from Hayward Rotary Club


by Sabrina - 05-10-2013
Smiley face Betty Deforest was hono...

South Hayward Parish

South Hayward Parish’s Mission is to engage people of faith in the endeavor and partnership of building and maintaining a just and nurturing community.  The Parish actively advocates for the rights and dignity of all people, regardless of sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, race, or geographic origin.

Our community ministry includes
Emergency Food Programs that meet unmet local needs
Community Action Network (CAN) working with homeless individuals in Hayward,
Public witness activities that promote social justice,
provides resources and advocacy that benefit all residents of Hayward.

Food Programs

Emergency Food Program – Our food pantry or food bank provides up to 10 days of emergency food for individuals and families. Short term food supplies available for individuals/families in need of assistance. Call the Food Distribution Coordinator at (510) 785-FOOD(3663) for assistance.

Resources and Advocacy

Hayward Coalition for Affordable Housing:

an advisory and advocacy group which works in partnership with residents, community based organizations, and housing consultants to develop strategies for creating affordable housing in our area.

Get Involved!

Please support the Parish with
your presence, your prayers,
and your funds.

For more information please contact the SHP office at

(510) 785-3663
If you’d like to volunteer with any of the South Hayward Parish programs please contact the office or email to:
southhaywardparish@hotmail.com
27287Patrick Avenue, Upstairs Hayward, CA 94544