Seeing the Gap | with Martin Cervantes on Stories from Inside the Shelter
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In this eye-opening conversation, Martin shares what he’s witnessed working overnight at a local children’s shelter—stories that are hard to hear but even harder to ignore. From heartbreaking sibling separations to the unheard cries of infants who’ve learned no one is coming, this episode exposes the unseen realities of emergency shelter care. Because awareness is the first step to action.
🛠️ Want to Help? Support Local Children’s Shelters in San Antonio
The children Martin spoke about are real—and they’re right here in our city. If your heart is stirred to take action, here are some shelters in San Antonio you can reach out to. Each one may have different needs—call or check their websites for up-to-date donation or volunteer opportunities:
📍 Boysville
Website: www.boysville.org
Phone: (210) 659-1901
Boysville provides shelter and care for children in crisis and offers a variety of programs for children of all ages.
📍 St. PJ’s Children’s Home
Website: www.stpjhome.org
Phone: (210) 533-1203
Serving children affected by abuse, neglect, and abandonment, St. PJ’s often posts urgent needs for clothes, hygiene items, and more.
📍 The Children’s Shelter
Website: www.childrensshelter.org
Phone: (210) 212-2500
They offer foster care, and trauma-informed care for children healing from abuse.
📍 Seton Home (part of The Children’s Shelter)
Website: www.setonhomesa.org
Phone: (210) 533-3504
Supports teen moms and their babies with shelter, education, and life skills.
💛 Whether you donate pajamas, bring a meal, or simply ask how you can help—your step matters. Let’s fill the gap together.
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