Volunteer Groups & Days of Service


Community Schools are a partnership among the City of Philadelphia, the School District of Philadelphia, and school communities. There are 20 Community Schools across the City, serving nearly 13,000 students. In-school Community School Coordinators organize strategic partnerships and programs to promote wellness and stability for students, families, and neighbors. By better integrating community resources, we can strengthen conditions for student learning and success.

We view young people's education and community well-being as a shared responsibility -- that's where you come in!

This page is for group volunteers. Looking to get involved as an individual volunteer? Click here.

Days of Service

Looking to bond as a team while making a positive difference? Community Schools partners with local businesses, universities, faith communities, and local organizations to bring your team's passions and skills to students throughout the City.

Examples of recent projects include: 

  • School beautification efforts, like painting walls and freshening up school gardens

  • Packing boxes for grocery or holiday giveaways

  • Organizing clothing closets, food pantries, or libraries

  • Hosting Back-to-School supply drives

  • Supporting or sponsoring special events

Organizations can also join us in making an ongoing volunteer commitment! For example - student groups, faith communities, and neighborhood associations can send a group of their members each week to support healthy food giveaways, gardening projects, or special student & family events. We also offer alternative breaks for college organizations, engaging students in a service project that connects hands-on volunteer service to the learning they do in the classroom and on campus.

Ready to Step Up for Students?

Let's connect! Reach out to Maddie Cerulli, Volunteer Engagement Coordinator. Book a meeting here or contact us via email.

Each Community School has specific volunteer opportunities, determined by school administration, the Community School Coordinator, and current partners. Please consider including relevant information in your reach out:

  • Your organization's purpose / mission

  • Project idea

  • Proposed date/time of service project (2 months' notice recommended)

  • Preferred region of the city, if applicable (Ex - Northeast, West, South)

  • Number of volunteers expected

  • If you plan to donate materials to carry out the project

Get in touch! 

Maddie Cerulli she/her

Volunteer Engagement Coordinator, Community Schools 

Call/Text: (215) 834-6277

Email: Madeline.Cerulli@phila.gov

Or set up a virtual meeting here.