A message from our Medical Director, Dr. Baldeep Singh, MD
Dear Friends, As the operator of the only two free health clinics in San Mateo County, we’re writing to share what we’re seeing on the front lines and how we’re preparing to meet an unprecedented moment of need. San Mateo County is projecting that 40,000 residents will lose Medi-Cal coverage in the coming year, including […]
Free Tax Preparation (VITA) at Samaritan House
This year, Samaritan House will complete tax returns in person again. There will be no virtual appointments. To sign-up for a tax appointment, please click here. Our VITA (Volunteer Income Tax Assistance) program, which provides the free tax preparation help, will be open from February 3rd to April 8th. This means that tax returns will […]
Gala 2026 – Thank you for your support!
Our deepest gratitude to everyone who supported Samaritan House’s 2026 gala, Hats Off to Ending Hunger! Thanks to you, our event raised a record $1.1M, which will be put to work fighting poverty and lifting lives in our community. In a time when changes to programs like SNAP and Medicaid threaten to destabilize our neighbors […]
LIFT – Lifeline to Ignite Financial Transformation
The LIFT (Lifeline to Ignite Financial Transformation) Program by Samaritan House is an initiative aimed at empowering single parents in San Mateo County to achieve financial stability and self-sufficiency. This 24-month, privately funded program provides supplemental income alongside crucial education, financial literacy, and skill-building opportunities. Through targeted case management and volunteer financial coaches, participants receive […]
The 2025 Annual Report
This past year tested our community as the high cost of living and soaring prices pushed thousands of families deeper into poverty. But, your generosity kept hope alive. With your help, we were able to: Serve 26% more patients with dignity and world-class care at our newly-renovated Free Clinic of San Mateo Help single mothers pursue further […]
The Samaritan – Spring 2025
The year ahead promises to be challenging. Food prices remain high and shortages of basics like eggs and chicken are an ongoing concern. As food costs continue to rise faster than income, the impact is being felt deeply by the people Samaritan House serves. Rising food prices disproportionately impact low-income families; our food program is […]
Journey Program – Improve your financial literacy skills
Join our Journey Program to Build Better Money Habits! Want to feel more confident managing your money? Through our Journey Program, you can work one-on-one with a financial coach over the course of 8 months to set goals, build better habits, and learn key money skills like budgeting and credit while earning cash incentives. Group […]
Ways to Give
Support Our Mission Your generosity enables Samaritan House to provide essential services to those in need. Your donation not only helps us provide necessities including food, shelter, clothing, and healthcare, it helps us give people hope. Our personal approach makes all the difference in helping our clients feel supported. We provide services and resources to […]
Thank you for joining us at our newly renovated San Mateo Free Clinic!
We wanted to extend our heartfelt thanks to those who attended Samaritan House’s ribbon-cutting ceremony for our newly renovated San Mateo Free Clinic. Your presence made the event truly special, and we are grateful for your support as we celebrated this important milestone. If you weren’t at the event, take a look at the pictures […]
A Message of Hope and Gratitude from CEO Laura Bent
Donate Now As we close out another year, I am filled with gratitude for the unwavering support we’ve received from our community. Together, we have made a profound impact on the lives of those who rely on Samaritan House, and I am incredibly proud of all that we’ve accomplished. This year, we celebrated a milestone—50 […]