Nourish the Hungry and Shelter Those Experiencing Homelessness

Every day, thousands of individuals and families in our community struggle to secure basic necessities. Catholic Charities provides more than just meals and shelter; we offer a compassionate response to immediate needs while fostering long-term stability. Through food pantries, meal programs, emergency housing, and transitional living assistance, we ensure that those in crisis find not only sustenance and safety but also the support and resources needed to rebuild their lives.
Services
Nourish the Hungry

Martha’s Choice Marketplace
Martha’s Choice Marketplace, Montgomery County’s largest food pantry, serves 1,000+ families and 3,500 individuals monthly, distributing over 1 million lbs. of food yearly. Martha’s provides our clients with the dignity of shopping for the foods of their preference in a grocery store-like environment. Beyond food, we offer education and empowerment programs that address basic human needs. Martha’s also operates a community farm at the former St. Gabriel’s Hall.
ADDRESS
353 E Johnson Hwy, Norristown, PA 19401
PHONE
(610) 279-7372
HOURS
Wednesday, 3:00-6:00pm Thursday-Friday, 12:00-3:00pm
For more information visit marthaschoicemarketplace.com

Food Pantries
Catholic Charities combats hunger through food pantries at our Family Service Centers, offering nutritious food and essential resources to individuals and families from all backgrounds, ensuring they receive the support they need with dignity and compassion.
PHONE
(267) 331-2490

Community Food Program
The Community Food Program serves 1.8 million neighbors annually across the five-county Philadelphia area, providing essential nutrition to individuals and families facing food insecurity. Through a network of over 50 food cupboards, the program ensures that those in need have access to healthy groceries and vital food resources.
School Meals or Summer Meals Program
(215) 895-3470, option 1
Child Care Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 2
Community Food Program
(215) 895-3470, option 3
After School Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 4
For more information visit communityfoodprogram.org

Child Nutrition Program
The Child Nutrition Program provides over 5 million nutritious meals annually to children in schools, childcare centers, shelters, and community-based locations throughout the area. Recognizing the critical role of proper nutrition in a child’s growth, development, and overall well-being, this program ensures that children from all backgrounds have access to healthy, balanced meals regardless of their circumstances.
School Meals or Summer Meals Program
(215) 895-3470, option 1
Child Care Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 2
Community Food Program
(215) 895-3470, option 3
After School Meal Program
(215) 895-3470, option 4
For more information visit healthymealsforchildren.org
Helping those Experiencing Homelessness

Women of Hope Vine
Women of Hope Vine serves 22 women experiencing profound mental health challenges and a history of homelessness. As a progressive-demand personal care home, this program provides long-term, structured support while respecting each resident’s individual journey toward stability. Staff assist with daily living needs, medication management, and mental health care coordination, creating a compassionate environment that fosters healing, personal growth, and community integration.
ADDRESS
251 N Lawrence St, Philadelphia PA 19106
PHONE
(215) 592-9116
HOURS
Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Visitation Homes
Visitation Homes provides stable, independent housing for families who have previously experienced homelessness. Each family resides in a private apartment, offering them a safe and secure environment to rebuild their lives. In addition to housing, families receive comprehensive supportive services tailored to their needs.
ADDRESS
2638 Kensington Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125
PHONE
(215) 425-5300
HOURS
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

McAuley House
McAuley House offers transitional housing for women who are medically fragile and experiencing homelessness. This program provides a safe space for women to stabilize their health while creating plans for long-term housing solutions.
ADDRESS
1800 Morris Street
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19145
PHONE
(215) 271-5166

Mercy Hospice
Mercy Hospice provides a safe, supportive, and sober residential environment for women in recovery. Our program welcomes over 30 single women and mothers with children, offering case management, life skills training, supportive services, and preparation for independent living to help them build a stable future.
ADDRESS
334 S 13th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
PHONE
(215) 545-5153
For more information visit https://mercyhospicephilly.org

Women of Hope Lombard
Women of Hope Lombard provides a safe and supportive residence for 14 young women experiencing homelessness. In addition to stable housing, residents receive case management, medication management, and life skills training to help them regain independence. The on-site Mercy Café extends services to women in need, offering showers, lunch, and access to clothing and personal hygiene items, ensuring dignity and essential care for those facing homelessness.
ADDRESS
1224 Lombard St, Philadelphia, PA 19147
PHONE
(215) 732-1341
HOURS
Monday-Friday, 8:00am-5:00pm

Good Shepherd
The Good Shepherd Program of St. John’s Hospice provides residential services for medically fragile men experiencing homelessness. This program affords the opportunity for men to stabilize their medical condition and develop plans for a permanent housing arrangement and has the capacity to house 12 individuals.
PHONE
(215) 563-7763
HOURS
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
ADDRESS
1221 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Saint John’s Hospice
St. John’s Hospice is a drug- and alcohol-free shelter helping men transition from homelessness to independent living. It serves over 325 hot meals daily, offers case management, nursing, showers, clothing, and mail services for more than 900 men. The Coffee House also provides a safe resting space, meals, and restrooms for 27 chronically homeless men who typically avoid shelters.
ADDRESS
1221 Race St, Philadelphia, PA 19107
PHONE
(215) 563-7763
HOURS
Monday-Friday, 8:30am-5:00pm
For more information visit https://saintjohnshospice.org