The Veterans Group is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization operating two homes in the University City section of Philadelphia, PA that provides shelter, warm meals, and a variety of programs and services for up to 41 men. Their mission is to empower Veterans in need to achieve success in civilian society by developing individualized plans for each resident while providing a family-like community of support and care.

 

Please join the Office of Veteran Student Services, Lindy Center, Commuter Student Association and the Veterans Task Force to provide these residents with much needed supplies. Donations should include: Cleaning products (laundry detergent, dish soap, cleaning sprays, paper towels, etc.), Kitchen supplies (plastic wrap, aluminum foil, plastic utensils, cups, paper plates, etc.), Trash bags, Bottled water, Toilet paper (1-ply only please), Gift cards (ACME, Giant, Target, Home Depot, Walmart) and Coffee (any brand that works with a coffee maker).

 

Bring your donations to one of the following locations. Please note the varying times for each location:

The Office of Veteran Student Services
3210 Chestnut Street
Creese Student Center, Suite 215
from October 11th to November 10th, 8:00am-5:00pm

The Lindy Center for Civic Engagement
3210 Chery Street, Second Floor

from October 11th to November 10th, 8:00am - 5:00pm

 

Daskalakis Recreation Center Lobby

3301 Market Street

Family Weekend Resource Fair

Friday November 10th, 2:00pm - 5:00pm

 

Daskalakis Recreation Center Plaza

Lancaster Walk Between 33rd and 34th

Dragon Fest

Saturday November 11th, 11:30am - 2:00pm