Homelessness is a major problem that includes those living on the street, to those living in shelters, to families who are doubled up or living in their cars. Homelessness is a complex issue, which touches all of the County’s thirty-six municipalities, and there are many factors that contribute to an individual’s homelessness. Hearts and Hands for the Homeless is intended to connect you with ways to help the homeless in Camden County. These are various agencies working to end Homelessness in Camden County and the ways you can help them end homelessness. Reach out to the agency directly to learn more. Thank you again for your generosity and your desire to help end homelessness in Camden County.
Cathedral Kitchen:
Volunteer Needs – Volunteers over the age of 16 can help with meal service. Register in advance
Donation Needs – Protein, paper goods, toiletry items. Go to cathedralkitchen.org for their full wish list
Contact – Alex Wills, alex@cathedralkitchen.org
Joseph’s House of Camden
Volunteer Needs – Serving meals. Assisting during the day with life skills, workshops, and mentoring
Oaks Integrated Care
Volunteer Needs -Volunteer support with special events
Contact – Lawrence Schmidt, Lawrence.schmidt@oaksintcare.org
Rutgers University Behavioral Health
Donation Needs– Art supplies, Warm weather items
Contact – Dr. Janet Phillips janet.phillips@rutgers.edu
Senior Citizens United Community Services
Volunteer Needs – Shut in shopping, Clerical Work, Meal Delivery, phone calls to homebound elderly
Donation Needs – Shelf stable foods
Contact – Barbara Moncrief, bmoncrief@scucs.org
856-456- 1121
Volunteers of America – Delaware Valley
Donation Needs –
- New underwear and socks for men, women, and children
- Toiletries such as deodorant, toothpaste, soap, alcohol free mouthwash, etc.
- Backpacks and school supplies Non-perishable food
- Gently used clothing and household items
Contact – Alexis Degan, adegan@voadv.org
856-854-4660