About Us
The Center for Hope, a program of the Urban Affairs Coalition, was established in 2012 to serve the homeless. Center for Hope’s two facilities in North Philadelphia annually provide close to 66,000 emergency shelter beds. Primary funding for the Center for Hope is provided by the city of Philadelphia’s Office of Homeless Services.
Each year through our emergency shelters we serve 700 men and 250 women, who are aged 18 and older without homes. These 1,000 individuals are referred through the City of Philadelphia’s centralized intake.
The Urban Affairs Coalition is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization that unites government, business, neighborhood, and individual initiative to improve the quality of life in the region, build wealth in urban communities, and solve emerging issues. The Coalition advocates for actionable policies and deliver programs that fill critical service gaps in the region. The official registration and financial information for the Urban Affairs Coalition may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, 1-800-732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.
Shelter Housing
We assist and support community members through specific life challenges and barriers to success and develop solutions to help them secure housing.
Case Management
Case managers meet with community members one-on-one to conduct intake, develop an individualized service plan and help them to meet the goals of those plans and achieve housing.
Support Services
We believe that by educating community members with valuable tools and information, we can help individuals combat the cycle of homelessness and poverty.
Help Us End Homelessness And Put Housing First!
Who We Are
We foster a supportive, safe and secure environment and are committed to helping homeless and low-income individuals in Philadelphia succeed. Our “person-centered” service delivery model equips community members with skills that are vital to developing their ability to transition to more permanent housing.
Vision
Combat the cycle of homelessness and poverty and strengthen the community. Our interdependent pillars: Housing, Opportunities, Purpose, and Empowerment, represent a continuum of care for our community members and contribute to achieving the vision.
Mission
Move people forward with care and hope. Our mission is achieved by providing and maintaining safe emergency shelters for single homeless men and women aged 18 and older referred through the City of Philadelphia. We serve as a catalyst against homelessness providing community members with referrals to a wide array of comprehensive services, partnerships and resources.
How You Can Contribute
BECOME A VOLUNTEER OR DONATE SERVICES
Our community members need your help, hope and care to move forward. You can serve holiday meals or spruce up our facilities.
Do you have skills or expertise that could serve our community members? We are always looking for individuals and organizations to provide pro bono services.
Call our Outreach Hotline: 267-570-3232 to inquire about volunteer opportunities or partnering with us.
MAKE A MONETARY CONTRIBUTION
Your generous donation enables us to continue providing our services and superior level of care to community members. To make a contribution, click on the DONATE icon. The transaction is private and secure. All donations are tax-deductible. We truly appreciate your support and thank you!
DONATE GOODS
To assist our community members in meeting basic needs, please consider donating goods , especially toiletries and personal hygiene items. To arrange for a donation of goods, please call our Outreach Hotline: 267-570-3232 and leave a brief message with your name, email address, phone number, and a description of the items you wish to donate.
Meet A Few of The Team
Susan Gichomo
is a Registered Nurse and provides targeted medical services to community members on a weekly basis through a partnership with the Philadelphia Health Management Corporation (PHMC).
Donald Averette
is a Site Manager and ensures the safety and security of community members at our men’s shelter.
Kaisha Lewis
is a Case Manager and provides housing-focused case management and referrals to supportive services for community members.
Our work would not be possible without the assistance of our service partners and sponsors. We wish to thank the following organizations and businesses for their generous support!