Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week is observed annually right before the holiday season begins.
For many, this season symbolizes time spent with family, but many people are not as fortunate. As people do come together to celebrate in their homes and share meals, the rise in homelessness and food insecurity will hopefully influence many take some time to think about those who do not have a safe place to call home or know where their next meal will come from.
This year, from November 16 to November 22, Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2025 educational, advocacy, service, and fundraising events will occur across the U.S., including right here in Philadelphia.
What you can do
There are multiple ways you can help raise awareness and support people affected by hunger and homelessness.
- Attend one, or all, of the Hunger and Homelessness events below.
- Familiarize yourself with resources and services available in Philadelphia. Be sure to save the Homeless Outreach Hotline number on your phone: (215) 232-1984 and call in case you see someone in need of help.
- Join the conversation on social media! Share other service organizations’ posts or post your own, using the hashtags, #HHWeek, #HHWeekPHL, or #HHAwareness.
- Share this blog on your personal social media platforms.
Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week 2025 events
Volunteer at Hub of Hope
1400 Arch Street Sub Concourse Level, Municipal Services Building, Philadelphia, PA, 19102
Monday, November 17 – Friday, November 21
The Hub of Hope offers a safe place where people who are experiencing homelessness can enjoy a warm cup of coffee, take a shower, wash their clothes, and speak with peers or resource coordinators, and ultimately, begin the process of finding a permanent home. The Hub needs volunteers to help with its Monday – Friday meals service. Sign up for a volunteer shift today!
Open House and Clothing/Hygiene Drive
315 S. Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Saturday, November 15, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Experience “radical hospitality” and kick off National Hunger and Homelessness Awareness Week at Broad Street Love’s family-friendly event! Attendees can take a tour of the facility, learn about volunteer opportunities, enjoy art projects and more! Learn more on their website and register now!
The Art of Reporting: Changes to the SNAP Rules
Friends Hospital in the Scattergood Building – 4641 Roosevelt Boulevard, Philadelphia, PA 19124
Monday, November 17, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Join the Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual disAbility for an overview about the changes to the SNAP rules, quick tips about how to report work earnings and volunteer hours, and information about filling out documents needed to report an exemption to work requirements. Secure your ticket today!
2025 Immigrant and Refugee Career Fair
200 E. Wyoming Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Wednesday, November 19, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
The 2025 Immigrant and Refugee Career Fair is a dynamic hiring event designed to connect employers with talented, job-ready immigrants and refugees who are eager to contribute their skills to our community and local workforce. Registration for this event is required. There will be no entry without prior registration.
Thanksgiving Meal
Memorial Tabernacle Baptist Church – 2249 W. Hunting Park Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19140
Wednesday, November 19, 11:00 a.m. until supplies last
Memorial Tabernacle Baptist Church will host a Thanksgiving-style meal on November 19! The meal will begin at 11:00 a.m. and will continue until supplies last.
YPAB Backpack Drive at Future Days Beer Company
433 Fairmount Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Wednesday, November 19 – Sunday, November 23 during taproom operating hours
Trade a beer for a backpack in support of Bethesda Project! Bring a new, adult backpack to Future Days Beer Company from November 19 through November 23 and get a draft pour in exchange for your donation. Can’t make it to the brewery but want to donate anyways? You can order a backpack here and get it sent directly to Bethesda Project!
North Philadelphia Resource Hub Community Meal
200 E. Wyoming Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19120
Thursday, November 20, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
The Philadelphia Department of Public Health and Mi Salud Wellness Center are hosting a community meal! A free hot meal will be provided, in addition to other resources available to the community. All are welcome!
Happy Hour at Nikki Lopez Philly
304 South Street, Philadelphia, PA 19147
Thursday, November 20, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Join Bethesda Project for Happy Hour on November 20 from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. Enjoy a zine-making workshop led by artist Andrew Piccone. Anyone who purchases a raffle ticket or donates will receive a free hotdog (vegan options available!) The event is free, but pre-registration is suggested!
Sleep Out
Citizens Bank Park – 1 Citizens Bank Way, Philadelphia, PA 19148
Thursday, November 20 – Friday, November 21
For 25 years, Covenant House Pennsylvania’s doors have been open to offer shelter and care. In this anniversary year, Covenant House is partnering with the Phillies to bring awareness to youth homelessness and shine a light on their work to support young people experiencing homelessness here in Philadelphia. Join them for Sleep Out and be one of the 750 fans who will spend a night sleeping in the ballpark in support of youth overcoming homelessness at Covenant House.
Turkey Giveaway – Vetri Community Partnerships
915 Spring Garden Street, Philadelphia, PA 19123
Saturday, November 22, 11:00 a.m. until supplies sell out
Vetri Community Partnership aims to provide 150 local families with a turkey, canned goods, spices, grains, and fresh produce to ensure that families have a full table at Thanksgiving. Join them at the fourth annual Turkey Giveaway!
