Author: SJWomen100

If you like to roll up your sleeves and feel that intoxicating sense of accomplishment, these projects are for you! Space is limited, so make sure you RSVP as soon as possible. Habitat for Humanity BUILD Thursday October 5 | 9 AM to noon Join in a Habitat for Humanity Build project on Thursday, October 5th from 9 am to noon in Camden. The build site is located at 649 Royden St., Camden, NJ 08103 and is part of their Homeownership Program. It’s currently vacant and being renovated to, upon completion, be sold to a family to help them achieve the strength, stability and independence they need to build a better life. Impact100 SJ volunteers will prepare and install new windows throughout the home (no prior experience necessary). There may…

2019 General Operating grantee Ronald McDonald House of Southern New Jersey offers hope, help, and home for families of seriously ill children. They do this by providing accommodations for families and pediatric patients who receive treatment at local hospitals within the Philadelphia region. It is proven that children heal faster and parents experience less stress when they are together during times of critical illness or traumatic injury. In 2019, RMHSNJ applied for $100,000 to replace carpet throughout the facility with engineered hard wood floors that would be easier to clean and maintain. Although they were awarded a $27,500 general operating grant, a generous Impact100 South Jersey member whose family owned a flooring business completed the project for $27,500. [Read more.] Impact100 SJ members can help RMHSNJ “beyond the check” through volunteering,…

During the pandemic, our events were canceled while demands on organizations like Cathedral Kitchen (CK) were skyrocketing. In 2020, Impact100 South Jersey was proud to redirect event money to provide a special grant to Cathedral Kitchen contributing to their ability to provide meals at a critical time. But it's no secret that they provide meals for thousands of individuals and families year round. During the summer months, Cathedral Kitchen has an even greater need for volunteers for their meal service and for in-kind donations.  While many folks go on vacation, the work at CK continues and THEY NEED VOLUNTEERS FOR THE SUMMER!!!!  You can sign up once or you can make it a part of your volunteer schedule. Volunteer opportunities are available for viewing and scheduling on their website, under…