Be the Difference.
Serve with Compassion.

Everyone has a role to play in advancing the mission of Catholic Charities. We invite individuals, families, businesses, and faith communities to volunteer and be part of this journey. When we come together in service, we don’t just change lives; we create a stronger, more compassionate world, in the Philadelphia region and beyond. Volunteering not only uplifts those in need but also enriches the lives of those who serve, fostering personal growth, deeper community connections, and a shared sense of purpose.
Volunteer Opportunities

Saint Francis & Saint Vincent Homes
Saint Francis & Saint Vincent Homes, in partnership with the Philadelphia Department of Human Services, provides a group home and treatment services for at-risk teenage boys and girls. Our mission is to foster the physical, moral, emotional, behavioral, and spiritual development of youth. We offer a transitional living program with support for both adolescents and their families, empowering them to participate in their child’s care and development, ensuring a personalized approach to help each youth reach their full potential.
ADDRESS
3400 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020
PHONE
(215) 638-9310

Senior Community Centers
The Senior Community Centers located throughout Philadelphia, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging, offer opportunities for socialization, recreation, physical exercise, education, and nutritional support with a focus on overall health, wellness, and independence for our elder generations in need. These social services also provide access to nutritious meals, supplemental food resources, and direct assistance in applying for benefits.
EMAIL
chcsinfo@chs-adphila.org
PHONE
Toll free: 1-888-679-7669
Nativity B.V.M.
3255 Belgrade Street, Philadelphia, PA 19134
(215) 426-9799
St. Edmond
2130 S. 21st Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145
(215) 790-9530
Star Harbor
4700 Springfield Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19143
(215) 727-0100
Norris Square
2121 N. Howard Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
(215) 423-7241
St. John Neumann Place II Wellness Center
2627 Mifflin Street, Philadelphia, PA 19145
(267) 858-4365

Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy
Catholic Charities understands the unique needs of families searching for high-quality preschool programs in North Philadelphia. Casa del Carmen Preschool Academy is a Keystone Stars 4 childcare facility, offering the highest standard of education for young learners in a safe and caring educational environment. Our bilingual staff helps ensure the needs of our children and parents are understood and met.
ADDRESS
4400 N. Reese Street, Philadelphia, PA 19140
PHONE
(215) 457-4325
HOURS
Monday-Saturday, 9:00am-5:00pm

Day Program
Day Programs offer personal growth and enrichment through diverse opportunities. Programs such as the Adult Training Facility, Aging Program, Community Participation Support, and Volunteer/Community Employment are designed to meet the unique needs and interests of each individual, helping them engage in meaningful activities that promote independence and personal development.
PHONE
(267) 331-2490

The Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence
The Communities of Don Guanella and Divine Providence are dedicated to transforming the lives of individuals with intellectual and physical disabilities in residential campuses and community homes. They provide comprehensive programs and services that foster a vibrant environment filled with love, care, and acceptance.
ADDRESS
20 E Cleveland Ave, Norwood, PA 19074
PHONE
(610) 543-3380
For more information visit https://dgdpcommunities.org

St. Edmond’s Home for Children
St. Edmond’s Home cares for medically fragile children aged 1 to 21 years old with severe intellectual and physical disabilities. Staff provide medical support, therapy, and enriching activities at a 40-bed campus and two community homes for young adults. Focused on maximizing each child’s potential, the home ensures their needs are met in a loving environment. A multidisciplinary team delivers comprehensive care, and children attend school in the community.
ADDRESS
320 S. Roberts Road, Rosemont, PA 19010
PHONE
(610) 525-8800
For more information visit https://stedmondshome.org

Community Living Arrangements
Community Living Arrangements provides personalized support to 35 adults across twelve community homes in Delaware County. Services are customized to meet the unique needs of each resident, with care plans developed by interdisciplinary teams. These teams are focused on promoting independence, fostering personal growth, and ensuring that each resident can live as fully and independently as possible within a supportive and caring environment.
PHONE
(267) 331-2490

Life Sharing Through Family Living
Life Sharing Through Family Living is Catholic Charities’ most flexible residential program, where over 70 individuals with intellectual disabilities live in a family setting that provides long-term care. Supported by interdisciplinary teams, provider families help individuals with behavioral and medical needs while also assisting them in accessing community resources and participating in recreational, social, volunteer, work, and worship activities.
PHONE
(267) 331-2490

Out of School Time
Out of School Time Programs are school-based community centers that offer an array of creative after-school activities in the late afternoon aimed at youth development and family support. Rooted in Catholic faith, these programs are educational, social, and recreational in nature, and serve school-aged children and adolescents from the community.
For more information visit https://cssoutofschooltime.org

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

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

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

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
Volunteers Needed
Be the Difference. If your faith or kindness for those in need calls you to get involved, please join us in service to create a more compassionate world.