Welcome to Broad Street Ministry's Volunteer Page!
Thank you so much for volunteering to spread radical hospitality and dignity to all of our guests! At Broad Street Ministry's Hospitality Collaborative, the doors are always open and a place is always set at the table for over 7,000 guests yearly. But here, a meal is more than a meal - it is a re-introduction to human connection and the services our guests need to thrive. Please read the following about our volunteer opportunities and policies:
Group Reservations
Please e-mail our Volunteer Department for any group reservations. Volunteer@broadstreetministry.org. We are able to accept groups between 5 and 15 volunteers.
Community Service
Community service is different than volunteering. If you're coming to do court-mandated community service, please email Michael McKee at michael@broadstreetministry.org or call 215-735-4847 x116. He will be your point of contact and will work with you to complete your hours outside of volunteering. Please note, you must be a Philadelphia area resident and this is the only way to receive mandated service hours.
Breaking Bread
*We recommend new volunteers start with volunteering at Breaking Bread.*
Help serve a delicious and nutritious meal to our guests with the service one would receive at a restaurant, and the hospitality you would feel at your family’s holiday meal. Sign up for any of the five weekday meals offered Monday-Friday and be part of engaging and dignified meal service.
Volunteers help sort incoming mail and hand out mail to the numerous guests coming in daily. You must be at least 18 years old, able to speak and read English fluently, and able to bend over to sort mail. Currently, more than 3,000 people use Broad Street Ministry as their mailing address. This incredibly vital service allows our guests to have a secure place to receive those important pieces of mail such as birth certificates and social security checks, while also being able to keep in touch with loved ones.
315 Threadz (Clothing Closet)
Act as a personal shopper for our guests in the 315 Threadz Clothing Closet! Help guests pick out up to three items of donated clothes. Also assist in sorting, stocking and updating our clothing inventory.
Art Table
The arts are a great way for our guests to explore their true self-expression, and participate in the BSM community. Assist guests at our therapeutic arts table with the project of the day. This includes assisting the Arts Coordinator in cleaning up supplies and maintaining a calm, creative space.
Personal Care
Extend radical hospitality by helping guests sign up for essential toiletry items, filling their orders, or distributing them to guests in a way that protects their dignity and discretion.
Kitchen Prep
Help prepare food for BSM's meal service with the BSM kitchen staff. Volunteers must abide by SafeServe standards of cleanliness, have basic knife skills, passion for cooking, ability to take direction, and a good sense of humor! BSM is looking for volunteers that can come in on a weekly basis for this specific opportunity.
Weekend Opportunities
Broad Street Ministry does not provide weekend or evening meals. We do, however, know some great folks who do! Check out the Hub of Hope for weekend and evening opportunities.
Donations
Please consider giving a monetary donation to Broad Street Ministry. For $1,500 we can provide a nourishing meal and stabilizing services for up to 500 of our guests. $500 opens the Personal Care Pantry for all guests during a meal. $250 supports the BSM Clothing Closet during a meal. $100 delivers a year of personal mail services for one guest.
If you're interested in making a monetary donation, please click here.
For clothing donations please reach out to our Donations Coordinator at donate@broadstreetministry.org. All donations must be scheduled, and we can only accept certain items at certain times of the year.
Drivers
We’re looking for drivers to pick up donations in the Greater Philadelphia area. Drivers will be put on an on-call list and notified when a pickup is needed to see if it fits into their schedule. If interested, please email volunteer@broadstreetministry.org and title the email “Possible Driver”.
Questions
If you'd like to speak to someone in the Volunteer Department, please email volunteer@broadstreetministry.org or call (215)735-4847 x106.
Reminder
Please remember that the times we ask volunteers to come in each day and the amount of volunteers we ask for each day are very intentional. In order to get the dining room set up and to ensure that our guests have access to the meals and other services that they count on each day we ask that you are at Broad Street Ministry on time and that you do show up for any opportunities to which you've committed.
If for some reason you have to cancel on a date you’ve signed up for, please give us at least 48 hours’ notice of the cancellation so that we can try to find someone else to cover your slot
Thank you for dedicating your time to make a difference!
Tue, December 18 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreThu, December 20 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreFri, December 21 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Thu, December 27 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
Be part of serving a delicious meal to the guests of Broad Street Ministry!
MoreThu, December 27 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreThu, December 27 11 AM - 2:30 PM (3.5 hours)
3 slots remaining
315 S. Broad St
Help volunteer with our clothing service- 315 Threadz! Act as our guest's personal shopper as you guide them through our walk-through clothing closet.
Mon, January 7, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
2 slots remaining
Mon, January 7, 2019 10 AM - 11:15 AM (1.3 hours)
2 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
BSM services such as 315 Threadz and Personal Care are sustained and supported by the generous donations we receive on a weekly basis. Volunteers support an organized inventory by sorting these donations. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs.
MoreMon, January 7, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreTue, January 8, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 9, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Wed, January 9, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 9, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
3 slots remaining
315 S. Broad St
Be part of our Personal Care Service! Extend radical hospitality by helping guests sign up for toiletry items, filling their orders, or distributing them to guests in a way that protects their dignity and discretion.
MoreThu, January 10, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreThu, January 10, 2019 11 AM - 2:30 PM (3.5 hours)
1 slot remaining
315 S. Broad St
Help volunteer with our clothing service- 315 Threadz! Act as our guest's personal shopper as you guide them through our walk-through clothing closet.
Fri, January 11, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreMon, January 14, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Mon, January 14, 2019 10 AM - 11:15 AM (1.3 hours)
2 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
BSM services such as 315 Threadz and Personal Care are sustained and supported by the generous donations we receive on a weekly basis. Volunteers support an organized inventory by sorting these donations. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs.
MoreMon, January 14, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreMon, January 14, 2019 11 AM - 2:30 PM (3.5 hours)
1 slot remaining
315 S. Broad St
Help volunteer with our clothing service- 315 Threadz! Act as our guest's personal shopper as you guide them through our walk-through clothing closet.
Tue, January 15, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
2 slots remaining
Tue, January 15, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
3 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 16, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreThu, January 17, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreFri, January 18, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Fri, January 18, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreMon, January 21, 2019 10 AM - 11:15 AM (1.3 hours)
2 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
BSM services such as 315 Threadz and Personal Care are sustained and supported by the generous donations we receive on a weekly basis. Volunteers support an organized inventory by sorting these donations. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs.
MoreMon, January 21, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreTue, January 22, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Tue, January 22, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 23, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Wed, January 23, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 23, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
315 S. Broad St
Be part of our Personal Care Service! Extend radical hospitality by helping guests sign up for toiletry items, filling their orders, or distributing them to guests in a way that protects their dignity and discretion.
MoreThu, January 24, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
3 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreFri, January 25, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
2 slots remaining
Fri, January 25, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
2 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreMon, January 28, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Mon, January 28, 2019 10 AM - 11:15 AM (1.3 hours)
3 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
BSM services such as 315 Threadz and Personal Care are sustained and supported by the generous donations we receive on a weekly basis. Volunteers support an organized inventory by sorting these donations. Volunteers must be able to lift and carry 30 lbs.
MoreMon, January 28, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreMon, January 28, 2019 11 AM - 2:30 PM (3.5 hours)
2 slots remaining
315 S. Broad St
Help volunteer with our clothing service- 315 Threadz! Act as our guest's personal shopper as you guide them through our walk-through clothing closet.
Tue, January 29, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
2 slots remaining
Tue, January 29, 2019 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (3 hours)
10 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
Be part of serving a delicious meal to the guests of Broad Street Ministry!
MoreTue, January 29, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
3 slots remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 30, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
1 slot remaining
Wed, January 30, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreWed, January 30, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
315 S. Broad St
Be part of our Personal Care Service! Extend radical hospitality by helping guests sign up for toiletry items, filling their orders, or distributing them to guests in a way that protects their dignity and discretion.
MoreThu, January 31, 2019 8 AM - 12 PM (4 hours)
2 slots remaining
Thu, January 31, 2019 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM (3 hours)
4 slots remaining
315 S. Broad Street
Be part of serving a delicious meal to the guests of Broad Street Ministry!
MoreThu, January 31, 2019 11 AM - 2 PM (3 hours)
1 slot remaining
Help us sort, file, and distribute mail to the approximately 3,200 guests who use Broad Street Ministry as their permanent address, in preparation for our afternoon mail hours. You must be 18 years or older to volunteer with the Mail Service.
MoreThu, January 31, 2019 11 AM - 2:30 PM (3.5 hours)
1 slot remaining
315 S. Broad St
Help volunteer with our clothing service- 315 Threadz! Act as our guest's personal shopper as you guide them through our walk-through clothing closet.