Action News and the Poverello House are taking action together next month for the 5th annual Call for Hope telethon.
In years past, federal funding was a significant portion of their budget, but that money is no longer coming in.
For more than 50 years, the Poverello House has provided meals, shelter and essential social services to those in need.
St. Agnes Medical Center and the Poverello House teamed up to bring a fresh look to Naomi's House in Downtown Fresno.
From sunrise to after sunset Thursday, the Poverello House will be busy with the "Call For Hope" telethon, which aims to raise $200,000.
The Poverello House is serving up meals for community members in need at its brand-new full-service restaurant.