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Thursday, Dec. 25, 2025
The Daily Pennsylvanian

Holiday Volunteer Opportunities

Give back this season and spread holiday cheer while also making a difference.

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Cradles to Crayons

At the Cradles to Crayons Giving Factory, families can sort, pack, and organize essential items, including shoes, books, and clothing, for children experiencing hardship. 

https://www.cradlestocrayons.org/philadelphia/take-action/volunteer/in-the-giving-factory/

Hope for the Holidays Program

The program provides gifts and holiday meals to support families struggling financially. Volunteers can set up meals, help wrap/deliver gifts, and support families in need. 

https://teamgraceproject.org/hope-for-the-holidays

Caring for Friends 

Volunteers will help prepare meals, pack “caring bags,” and support local food pantries. Groups, individuals, and families are all allowed to volunteer. 

https://caringforfriends.org/

ACCT Philly

This shelter is the perfect place for people over 18 who love animals to help out this holiday season. Volunteers can walk dogs, help socialize cats, or take pictures of the animals for their website. 

https://acctphilly.org/

Philabundance

Volunteers can make a significant impact in supporting Philabundance’s mission to combat hunger. By giving your time, you support neighbors in need, learn about food insecurity in Philly, and help feed those in our community. 

https://www.philabundance.org/volunteer-opportunities/