The neighborhood is only as strong as those who live and work here everyday.  Become involved in the North Philadelphia neighborhood not only by getting to know your neighbors, but also through volunteerism and membership in community organizations.

Temple’s Office of Community Affairs and Engagement strives to be a beacon for community engagement at Temple University. Through supporting volunteerism in the Temple community, hosting community organizations, partnering with leading community organizations, and providing direct services t the university’s neighbors, the Office of Community Affairs and Engagement is a gateway to the many resources Temple University has to offer our neighbors.

Deciding to become a volunteer is an important first step to engaging in your community. This guide will help you determine the type of service that you will find the most fulfilling. Of course, if you ever have any questions, you can contact the Office of Community Affairs and Engagement for assistance.

Learn more about community organizations serving North Philadelphia:

North Philadelphia Special Services District: NCSSD works closely with fellow community members to create and offer a wide variety of benefits, resources and services ranging from community beautification, noise reduction, safety services, workforce development and much more. Stretching from Broad to 18th streets and from Dauphin to Oxford streets, the district strives to make this great urban community even better. 

North Broad Renaissance: The North Broad Renaissance is the nationally recognized, non-profit manager of both the North Broad Business Improvement and North Broad Special Service District. The organization is doing the important work of vitalizing North Broad Street by improving its economic vitality and overall quality of life from City Hall to Butler Street.