Operating for over 50 years, our mission is to make a difference in our community.
About South Hayward Parish
South Hayward Parish has operated as a food pantry serving South Hayward for more than 50 years. In 2019, the First Presbyterian Church of Hayward worked with the Presbytery of San Francisco to ensure this vital community asset could continue, and even expand.
Now, South Hayward Parish continues, operated by the First Presbyterian Church of Hayward, with expanded services to include a nightly shelter and daily resource center for those experiencing homelessness. Busier and more essential than ever, South Hayward Parish is “home” for 21 unhoused neighbors every night, and is able to be a resource to the community through the dedicated work of staff and volunteers.
Our Services
Shelter
We’re a year-round shelter for up to 21 folks to sleep safely at night. Shelter guests receive a nightly foldable mat, sleeping bag, as well as a hot dinner and breakfast. Guests must leave property in the morning but may return during Resource Center hours (Monday-Friday 10AM-4PM). Advanced registration is required.
Food Pantry
Our pantry serves over 700 families per week with groceries. At the end of 2022 we switched to walk-up offerings on Mondays 2 - 5PM, and Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays from 1-4PM.
Tiny Homes
We are working to bring more housing to South Hayward by adding up to 10 tiny homes on our campus! For more information, click here.
Resource Center
Open M-F 10AM-4PM, our resource center helps people with DMV services, housing, signing up for medical treatments, and more! Email for questions.
Mail Services
If you do not have a place for important mail to be delivered, you may qualify to use our address for up to 90 days, after filling out a few forms. Please call us for more information at (510) 785-3663.
Social Services
We partner with several social services agencies to help provide services to our community members like dental and housing help.