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Our Closet

Our Closet 2100 Arch Street 5th Floor Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19103 Contact:  Andrea Johnston, Program Coordinator (267) 256-2179 andrea@ourclosetpa.org Our Closet is a volunteer-driven organization that provides clothing to vulnerable Philadelphians and their families free of charge by operating “pop-up shops” throughout the city. We offer community members who are struggling to make ends meet the opportunity to receive free, quality clothing in the “pop-up shop” in a dignified and welcoming space. Our goal is to meet a basic need for our shoppers so they can better focus on handling other stressors in their lives, such as securing a steady source of income or […]

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Nationalities Service Center

Nationalities Service Center 1216 Arch Street, 4th floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 Contact:  Volunteer Coordinator (215) 893-8400 volunteers@nscphila.org Here at Nationalities Service Center (NSC), we believe that immigrants and refugees are a critical part of the fabric of life in the United States, and it is our vision that all immigrants and refugees achieve a life of dignity, safety, stability, sustainable opportunities and meaningful connections to their communities. To this end, NSC provides comprehensive services to immigrants and refugees, including legal protections, community integration, access to health and wellness services, and opportunities to achieve English language proficiency. Our dedicated staff are […]

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Camp Kesem

Camp Kesem Philadelphia, PA 19104 Contact:  Morgan Darby, Director upenn@campkesem.org (502) 382-8091 Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer. By offering innovative, fun­-filled programs that foster a lasting community, we aim to ensure that every child affected by a parent’s cancer is never alone. Camp Kesem University of Pennsylvania will open its arms to around 120 Philadelphia and NJ area campers. Camp Kesem is open to all children aged 6-16 affected by a parent’s cancer regardless of race, religion, economic standing, or background. The campers who attend […]

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Anti-Defamation League

Anti-Defamation League 1500 Market Street, 2415 West Tower, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19102 Contact:  Robin Burstein, Associate Regional Director (215) 568-2223 rburstein@adl.org The mission of the ADL is to stop the defamation of the Jewish people and to secure justice and fair treatment for all citizens alike. For Bar/Bat mitzvah projects, there are several opportunities to choose from. If you would like help creating your project, contact Robin Burstein, Associate Regional Director, for assistance. Create Change Engage in Activism: Our country has a long history of youth-led movements that brought about significant social change. You can be a powerful agent for change. […]

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Plant A Seed Foundation

plantaseedfoundation.org 301 Oxford Valley Road Suite 1506 Yardley, Pennsylvania 19067 Contact:  Michele Rice (215) 860-8402 michele@plantaseedfoundation.org The Plant a Seed Inspire a Dream Foundation provides annual scholarships for children ages 10 to 18, to pursue passions and interests outside of school. We connect young people from low-income households to life-altering athletic, artistic, musical and creative activities led by positive role models. Based in Yardley, PA, the Plant a Seed Inspire a Dream Foundation serves the greater Philadelphia region and South Jersey. It is our hope to make a significant difference in the lives of children by encouraging their dreams. Our […]

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iCan Shine

iCanShine.org PO Box 541 Paoli, Pennsylvania 19301 Contact our staff at (610) 647-4176 or email us at info@icanshine.org Our mission is to provide quality learning opportunities in recreational activities for individuals with disabilities.  By creating an environment where each person is empowered to maximize their individual abilities, everyone can shine!  We hold approximately 100 five day bike camps throughout North America each year, primarily in the summer.  To find a bike camp near you, please go to www.icanshine.org/find-a-program/. For your mitzvah or volunteer project, help for 90 minutes each day for 5 days to help a child with a disability […]

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JChai

JChai.org JCHAI (Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence) at Federation Hall 274 South Bryn Mawr Ave., Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania 19010 Contact:  Beth Rosenwasser, PhD, Director of Community Engagement, (610)922-2480, BethRosenwasser@jchai.org JCHAI (Judith Creed Homes for Adult Independence) is an AWARD-WINNING family of residential and community-based programs for people 18 and up with Autism and Intellectual Disabilities. We create supported independent living in a person’s own home, their family’s home or in our supervised apartment program. JCHAI also provides vocational training, supported employment, counseling, social, educational and artistic self-expression with trips and social events. We offer Jewish programming but serve people […]

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Kaiserman JCC

Kaiserman JCC 45 Haverford Rd, Wynnewood, PA 19096 Contact:  Marti Berk, Membership/Marketing Director, 610-896-7770 x125,  mberk@phillyjcc.com The JCC (Jewish Community Center) was designed to help individuals and families get the most out of their lives. Here at the Kaiserman JCC we follow the same principle. We are more than just a gym – we’re here to help you in almost every aspect of your life. From education to fitness and a staff that knows you by name, we are a center dedicated to serving the community at the highest level. You Belong Here.® There are several immediate mitzvah/volunteer opportunities at the Kaiserman […]

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Horsham Challenger Little League

Horsham Challenger Little League 1020 Horsham Road, Horsham, PA 19044 Contact: Stan Jaskiewicz, Challenger Coach, 215-241-8866, sjaskiewicz@lawsgr.com Although we teach baseball, that is just a means to our real goals: socialization and recreation for children with disabilities. We play noncompetitive games, with no outs or scoring. We want each player to learn that he or she can have fun being active and outdoors, which many families may not have known was possible for a child with a disability. Until registering their child in our league, parents often have been reluctant to let their child try any sports. Many parents and relatives of […]

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Operation Yellow Ribbon of South Jersey

Operation Yellow Ribbon of South Jersey PO Box 43, Marlton, NJ 08053 Contact: Dave Silver, President, 856 986-7587, OperationYellowRibbonSJ@gmail.com “Operation Yellow Ribbon of South Jersey” is an official 501(c)(3) non-profit who is registered with the state of NJ consisting of all volunteers who shows support for our United States Military Forces serving in Iraq and Afghanistan/Operation Enduring Freedom through: 1) Organizing and collecting donated U.S. Troop supplies and goodies to send to our brave Heroes deployed in harm’s way in Iraq, Afghanistan and supporting Operation Enduring Freedom. 2) Helping to promote, coordinate, and facilitate welcoming home events for local veterans in the […]

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