General Info

Mercy Franciscan at St. John is a social service agency that, for more than 65 years, has been committed to providing emergency services to individuals and families in crisis. Its programs are designed to effectively guide individuals and families toward self-sufficiency. In collaboration with other organizations, through a committed corps of staff, donors, volunteers and with strong community support, it strengthens its community by empowering people to stand on their own. The majority of those served by Mercy Franciscan at St. John live within the city of Cincinnati; many live within the Over-the-Rhine community. Twenty percent or more of all families in central Cincinnati live in poverty; more than 60 percent of families in Over-the-Rhine live in situations of hardship. The families and individuals it serves are at or below 35 percent of the area median income.