Category Archives: Philadelphia

Community Development, Job Assistance, Philadelphia

Nationalities Service Center

Updated: 12/16/2019

Established in 1921, Nationalities Service Center (NSC) is a nonprofit organization that provides social, educational, senior, translation/interpretation, and legal services to immigrants and refugees in the Greater Philadelphia area. You can help by volunteering/interning in a number of capacities, including as a teacher, teaching assistant, tutor, office helper, graphic designer, companion, bilingual receptionist, and more. Please see their website for more information.

 

This site was a Career and Civic Engagement Center Summer Funding placement for summer 2019.

 

Website: http://www.nationalitiesservice.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NationalitiesServiceCenter

Contact: 215-893-8400, help@nscphila.org

Address: 1216 Arch Street 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Community Development, Housing Assistance, Philadelphia

Lutheran Settlement House

Established in 1902, Lutheran Settlement House (LSH) is a non-profit, community-based organization committed to serving vulnerable children, adults, and families living in Philadelphia. The mission of Lutheran Settlement House is to empower individuals, families, and communities to achieve and maintain self-sufficiency through an integrated program of social, educational, and advocacy services. LSH has various programs to serve seniors, adults who would like to continue with their education or find a job, and those who have experienced domestic violence and homelessness. Volunteers have opportunities to volunteer with any of LSH’s four programs  (domestic violence, community education and employment, their senior center, and their home for women and children).

Website: http://lutheransettlement.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LutheranSettlementHouse/

Contact: 215-426-8610

Location: 1340 Frankford Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19125

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Housing Assistance, Philadelphia

Saint John’s Hospice

Saint John’s Hospice is a community grounded in faith and service where homeless persons find dignity, respect, nourishment and opportunities for new beginnings. St.John’s provides daily meals for 300-350 men, mail services for close to 2,000 men, a residential program for approximately 40 men, and a residential program for 12 medically needy homeless men (the majority of whom have HIV/AIDS). St. John’s also provides casework services to link men with shelter, substance abuse, medical, employment, and other services. There are volunteer opportunities available in a number of different areas including helping in the mail room, serving food as a kitchen worker, sorting gifts (seasonal), and driving (seasonal).

Website: www.saintjohnshospice.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/saintjohnshospice

Contact: 215-563-7763, info@saintjohnshospice.org

Location: 1221 Race Street, Philadelphia, PA, 19107

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Food Assistance, Philadelphia

The Food Trust

The Food Trust strives to make healthy food available to all. Working with neighborhoods, schools, grocers, farmers and policymakers, the organization has developed a comprehensive approach that combines nutrition education and greater availability of affordable, healthy food. Volunteer opportunities include preparing for programs in the office, helping out at special events like Night Market, and participating in farmers’ markets. Internships are also available and require 30-40 hours of work per week.

Website: http://www.thefoodtrust.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/thefoodtrust

Contact: 215-575-0444, contact@thefoodtrust.org

Location: One Penn Center, Suite 900, 1617 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Philadelphia, PA 19103

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Entrepreneurship, Financial Education, Philadelphia

Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) Philadelphia

The mission of the Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship is to provide programs that inspire young people from low-income communities to stay in school, to recognize business opportunities and to plan for successful futures. NFTE is a national organization with a branch in Philadelphia. Volunteers  can get involved with projects that bring financial literacy/entrepreneurial education to middle school and high school students throughout the city.

Website: http://www.nfte.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NFTE

Contact: 212-232-3333, 

Location: 1509 Cecil B. Moore Avenue, Suite 222, Philadelphia, PA 19121

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Community Development, Financial Education, Housing Assistance, Philadelphia, Poverty

Dignity Housing

Established in 1988, Dignity Housing is the first housing and supportive services program in the nation to be founded and guided by homeless people and activists.  Since its inception, Dignity has provided both quality, affordable housing and supportive services to thousands of people – primarily single African American women and their children. Heads of households residing at Dignity Housing are working on goals of self-sufficiency; children and teens improve their study habits and grades; a number of adults pursue higher education in trade schools and colleges/universities.  Various volunteer opportunities are available: after-school help, distributing/sorting donations, special events/fundraising, and workshop presentations on money management, health, and nutrition.

Website: http://dignityhousing.org/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DignityHousingPA

Contact: 215-713-0960, development@dignityhousing.org

Location: 5227-R Germantown Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19144

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Community Development, Financial Education, Philadelphia

Youth Empowerment, Philadelphia

Youth Empowerment, Philadelphia is one of many programs organized by Operation Hope, a national organization which works to improve financial literacy among low-income communities. Since 2004, Youth Empowerment, Philadelphia, Philadelphia has provided youth with financial literacy education. These classes are free of charge for schools and communities. They are led by HOPE Corps volunteers who have undergone comprehensive training in financial literacy and teaching techniques.

Website: http://www.operationhope.org/boof.philadelphia

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/operationhope

Contact: Jennifer Brower, Senior Program Manager at 215-276-7119, jennifer.brower@operationhope.org

Location: 401 West Tabor Road, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19120

Note: volunteers will be teaching in schools in various locations in Philadelphia

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Entrepreneurship, Financial Education, Philadelphia, Poverty

Women’s Opportunities Resource Center (WORC)

The mission of WORC is to promote social and economic self-sufficiency primarily for economically disadvantaged women and their families. WORC provides entrepreneurial training, individual business assistance, incentive savings programs, and access to business and financial resources. WORC empowers its constituents through various self-help strategies including savings, a self-employment network, and access to its local and national affiliations. Additionally, WORC encourages community awareness and responsiveness concerning issues impacting economic equity and independence. Both internship and volunteer opportunities are available. Bilingual volunteers are especially needed.

Website: http://www.worc-pa.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WORCpa

Contact: 215-564-5500, info@worc-pa.com

Location: 2010 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Community Development, Financial Education, Philadelphia

Change 4a Dollar

Change 4a Dollar is a not for profit organization which works to provide youth with financial education. Volunteers work in Philadelphia classrooms to teach students financial literacy.

Website: http://www.mychange4adollar.com

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Change-4-a-Dollar-279085054009/

Contact: 215-550-1081, info@change4dollar.com

Location: 5720 Media Street, Philadelphia, PA 19131

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.

Community Development, Entrepreneurship, Philadelphia

Sustainable Business Network of Greater Philadelphia

Mission:

The mission of the Sustainable Business Network is to build a just, green, and thriving economy in the Greater Philadelphia region. The SBN of Greater Philadelphia accomplishes this by educating and growing a broad base of local, independent businesses and educating policymakers and the public.

Service/Programs Offered:

Initiatives include the Buy Local Philly campaign, the Social Venture Institute, and the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Partners program. Through these and other undertakings, SBN works to connect consumers, independent businesses, and policymakers in making environmentally responsible decisions.

NOTE: Bryn Mawr students have organized Praxis III courses with the SBN in past years. Contact the Civic Engagement Office for more information.

Website: http://www.sbnphiladelphia.org

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SBNphillyFacebook

Contact: 215-922-7400, info@sbnphiladelphia.org

Location: 2401 Walnut Street Suite 206, Philadelphia, PA 19103

*This site is accessible via public transportation from the Bryn Mawr campus. Please see transportation reimbursement policy.