Mosaic Outdoor Clubs of America
1-888-667-2427 • philly@mosaicoutdoor.org • mosaicoutdoor.org
A nonprofit volunteer organization providing a way for outdoors-oriented
Jewish adults of southeast Pennsylvania and New Jersey to meet and enjoy
common interests. Fosters an ethic of conservation and promotes an active
lifestyle while building Jewish community and continuity.

Abramson Center for Jewish Life
83 Livery Dr. • Churchville, PA 18966
267-968-1210 • info@starofdavidbikers.org
gnemtsov@verizon.net • starofdavidbikers.org
A motorcycle organization based in the Delaware Valley. Members share
a passion for motorcycles and love for the Jewish people.

1425 Horsham Road • North Wales, PA 19454
215-371-1816 or 215-371-1820 (auxiliary) • Fax: 215-371-3020
info@abramsoncenter.org • abramsoncenter.org
Volunteers of all ages welcome. Groups can volunteer for a one-time event
or project, or commit to a longer period of service. Students looking to
fulfill school and Bar/Bat Mitzvah requirements can participate in the
Project SHEMA program, connecting young people with elderly residents.

Opportunities include friendly visitors, escorts, sewers and menders,
librarians, Yiddish Club, Sports Club, general activities and games, and office
support. Auxiliary volunteers actively participate in programs including a
gift shop, resident library, Shabbat kiddush, Mother’s Day and Father’s Day
celebrations, birthday parties, luncheons and other celebrations enriching
resident life.

Abramson Hospice: Volunteers provide respite and support to family
members; Work with the Bereavement department to support families
in the year following a loved one’s death; Vigil volunteers providing a
supportive, calm and peaceful presence to patients and family during the
last few hours of life; and Administrative work. Contact: 215-371-1393.

Temple University’s Jewish Alumni Association
Challah for Hunger
NextGen Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 215-832-0852
NextGen@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/NextGen
A group of Jewish men and women, ages 22 to 45, making a difference in
the Jewish community. Open to singles, couples, business professionals and
parents, the group seeks to ensure Jewish continuity through outreach,
education, leadership development, community service and philanthropy.

Star of David Bikers
215-204-4323 • emily.gallagher@temple.edu • alumni.temple,edu
Jewish graduates of Temple U. join together for social and other types of events.

Tribe 12
201 S. Camac St., 2nd Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19107
267-235-3348 • info@tribe12.org • tribe12.org
Offers events and programs for individuals in their 20s/30s who want to connect
Jewishly in Philadelphia. Programming includes social events, matchmaking
services, an LGBTQ community, affinity groups (i.e., an acapella group and
fantasy football and sports leagues), a Jewish leadership and entrepreneurship
Fellowship, a web resource for 20s/30s to find Jewish events in Philly and more.

Young Friends of Rodeph Shalom
615 N. Broad St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 • 215-627-6747 • Fax: 215-627-1313
cfischer@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org
A group of 20- and 30-somethings who are single or married, with no
children, and join for events and to bridge their Jewish background with
their personal interests.

Young Jewish Leadership Concepts
P.O. Box 313 • Langhorne, PA 19047
215-932-2974 • rsvp4yjlc@gmail.com • www.yjlc.org
Nonprofit young professionals network, providing opportunities for post-
college age young adults to meet, and get connected with the Jewish commu-
nity. Events include annual rafting and ski leadership weekends, and programs
to gain knowledge of Israel and the Jewish community. Regular activities take
place in Greater Philadelphia, N.Y., D.C., and even as far south as Florida.

PROGRAMS FOR THE
LGBTQ&A COMMUNITY
pRiSm at Congregation Rodeph Shalom
615 N. Broad. St. • Philadelphia, PA 19123 • 215-627-6747• Fax: 215-627-1313
info@rodephshalom.org • rodephshalom.org
Serves Philadelphia and the Delaware Valley’s GLBT Jewish community.

Welcomes people of all gender and sexual identities providing a place for
people of all sexual orientations and religious affiliations to experience Judaism.

J. Proud
Jewish Family and Children’s Service
2100 Arch St. • Philadelphia, PA 19103 • 1-866-JFCS-NOW
1-866-532-7699 • info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org
A consortium, led by JFCS, which is comprised of local Jewish organizations
working together to raise awareness, educate and advocate for the diverse
needs of the Jewish LGBTQ community in the Greater Philadelphia Area.

104 VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
THE GUIDE 2017/2018
201 S. Camac St., 2nd Floor • Philadelphia, PA 19107
267-423-4415 • carly@challahforhunger.org • challahforhunger.org
Brings people together to bake and sell challah in an effort to raise money
and awareness for social justice causes.

Federation Early Learning Services
10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-676-7550 • Fax: 215-676-9498 • FelsKids.org
Volunteers are needed to work in classrooms with young children and to assist
teachers or work in the early learning cener offices. Specific tasks are designed
to meet the skills of the volunteers and the needs of the classroom.

For a Friend Program at KleinLife
10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-698-7300, Ext. 196 jeskate@kleinlife.org • KleinLife.org
Sponsors many volunteers opportunities that help ensure that no home-bound
senior goes hungry. Opportunities include: helping to cultivate and harvest fruits
and vegetables at KleinLife; packaging meals with a local cooking group; volun-
teering to be a friendly visitor; and/or delivering meals to homebound seniors.

Donations of homegrown vegetables are also accepted.

Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region
South Office: 754 S. Ninth St. • Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-574-1765 • Fax: 270-574-1766
info@phillyfriendship.com • phillyfriendship.com
North Office: 25 N. State St. • Newtown, PA 18940
215-497-1003 • friends@fcpa.info • fcpa.info
Connects teens and young adults to youth with special needs and their
families, offering Jewish and social experiences; developing friendships
while participating in creative arts group activities, Jewish holiday
celebrations, weekly playdates and more. Fosters the development of
a caring, supportive community. There are volunteeer opportunities
for adults as well.

Hosts for Hospitals — In-Home Hospitality
for Families and Patients
326 Conshohocken State Road, #2 • Gladwyne, PA 19035
215-472-3801 • Fax: 215-472-3803
info@hostsforhospitals.org • hostsforhospitals.org
Provides an opportunity to perform the mitzvah of Hachnasat Orchim —
the bringing in of guests. Volunteer hosts provide free lodging for out-of-
towners who travel to Philadelphia in association with patients who are
receiving care at area hospitals. Guests are responsible for their own food
and transportation.