Federation Early Learning Services
10700 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-676-7550 • FelsKids.org
Volunteers are needed to work in classrooms with young children and to assist
teachers or work in the early learning center offices. Specific tasks are designed
to meet the skills of the volunteers and the needs of the classroom and center.
Friendship Circle Philadelphia Region
PO Box 25067 • Philadelphia, PA 19147
215-574-1765 • Fax: 270-574-1766
info@phillyfriendship.com • phillyfriendship.com
C onnects 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 play dates and more. Fosters the development of a caring, supportive
community. There are volunteer opportunities for adults as well.
Hatzalah of Philadelphia
PO Box 18182 • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-667-6700 info@cbscommunitycenter.com • philadelphiahatzalah.com
Hatzolah of Philadelphia is a 100% volunteer organization that provides
emergency medical services at no cost to all in need regardless of race, religion,
or ethnicity.
Hosts for Hospitals — In-Home Hospitality
for Families and Patients
326 Conshohocken State Road, #2 • Gladwyne, PA 19035
484-380-2999 lodging@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.
Jewish Family and Children’s Service
of Greater Philadelphia Volunteer Services
The Barbara & Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center,
345 Montgomery Ave. • Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
1-866-JFCS-NOW or 1-866-532-7669 • 267-314-0909
info@jfcsphilly.org • jfcsphilly.org
Opportunities at the Barbara and Harvey Brodsky Enrichment Center:
Hands-on service projects (Circle of Hands, Circle of Wisdom); Delivering
challahs to hospital patients (Challah Mitzvah Program); Engaging with our
clothing assistance program (Our Closet); Bar/Bat Mitzvah projects; Teen
Empowerment Program. JFCS can also help individuals and groups plan
community service projects.
Jewish Relief Agency
Office: 225 East City Ave, Suite 210 | Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Warehouse: 10980 Dutton Road, Philadelphia, PA 19154
610-660-0190 | Fax: 610-660-0191 | JRA@jewishrelief.org | jewishrelief.org
JRA’s mission is to serve over 6,000 diverse, low-income individuals across Greater
Philadelphia by relieving hunger, improving lives, and strengthening our community
each year. JRA offers many volunteer opportunities. Through our Monthly Food
Distribution Program, volunteers can assist in packing and delivering boxes of nutri-
tious food to families and individuals in need. JRA offers a Route Owners program
where a volunteer delivers to the same households month after month, allowing for a
meaningful relationship to form between the client and volunteer. JRA also offers the
Tiny Tots program where families with small children ages 3-6 years old participate
in an environment catered to them. JRA offers volunteer opportunities for groups,
such as teens, university organizations, camps, synagogues, community groups and
more. Through our B’nai Mitzvah program, many students choose to complete their
service project with JRA. We offer a Birthday Card Program, where volunteers can
decorate and send birthday cards to JRA recipients.
KleinLife: Northeast Philadelphia
10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
215-698-7300, ext. 192 • saistrop@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;
volunteering to be a friendly visitor; and/or delivering meals to homebound
seniors. Donations of homegrown vegetables are also accepted.
Misaskim 215-917-0209 • misaskim.org
Misaskim’s mission is to provide support and assistance to individuals experi-
encing crisis or tragedy by providing them with vital bereavement services.
The Mitzvah Bowl
info@themitzvahbowl.com • TheMitzvahBowl.com
A comprehensive website for finding mitzvah projects and volunteer opportu-
nities for Bar/Bat Mitzvah students and high school students looking to fulfill
community service hours. Offers resources for teens and families seeking a way
to help others and make a difference.
Mitzvah Circle Foundation
2562 Boulevard of the Generals, Suite 100, Norristown, PA 19403
267-649-7610 • info@mitzvahcircle.org • mitzvahcircle.org
Nonprofit, non faith-based, organization providing material support to individ-
uals and families dealing with crisis, poverty, homelessness, and serious illness
throughout the Philadelphia region. Serving people who are unable to obtain
immediate or sufficient help from government agencies and traditional service
organizations. Mitzvah Food Program
215-832-0509 • mitzvahfoodprogram@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/mfp
Volunteers are needed to pack and deliver food packages, which include
non-perishable food and produce, to low-income households in Greater
Philadelphia. Monthly or bimonthly packing/delivery schedules available
depending on pantry location. Back-up delivery volunteers are also needed.
B’nai Mitzvah projects welcome. Pantry locations include: Jewish Community
Services Building (Center City); Brodsky Enrichment Center (Main Line);
KleinLife (Northeast Philadelphia); Congregation Tifereth Israel of Lower
Bucks County (Bucks County); and Beth Sholom Congregation (Elkins Park).
Northeast NORC
8546-B Bustleton Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19152
215-320-0351 • NORC@jewishphilly.org • jewishphilly.org/northeast-norc
The Northeast NORC (Naturally Occurring Retirement Community) helps
1,600 older adults living within the ZIP codes of 19111, 19114, 19115, 19116,
19149 and 19152. It provides home assessments, maintenance and repairs;
chore services; transportation to medical appointments and grocery shop-
ping; monthly lunch and learn gatherings; and friendly visits and phone calls.
Volunteers are a key ingredient in the NORC’s success, pitching in with every-
thing from raking and changing light bulbs to making minor repairs, installing
shower grab bars, and winterizing homes by covering windows with plastic.
RSVP Philadelphia
KleinLife • 10100 Jamison Ave. • Philadelphia, PA 19116
267-345-7787 • jeskate@kleinlife.org • rsvphilly.org
Opportunities for individuals to volunteer in social service agencies, schools,
museums and consumer groups.
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