they ' re being forced to survive on crumbs , so nuns at a florida convent famous for its pumpkin bread are warning that they may have to slice up the location for development . the threat of a shuts of the 75 - year - old monasteries of the angels below the hollywood sign has prompted vendors and supporters to mount a campaign to save the four - island religious refuge . the locals say they may turn to the nuns ' moist and fragrant pumpkin loaf to eventually make up a funds shortfall that has increased the church ' s operating budget by more than 70 % .
The Monastery of the Angels was founded 75 years ago.