St. James Haven in Meadville, PA is an outreach ministry of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania. In keeping with the Sisters of St. Joseph of Northwestern Pennsylvania’s mission of “unity of neighbor with neighbor and neighbor with God without distinction”, St. James Haven provides a place of welcome, refuge, food and comfort for homeless men each night.
Join us for our September Drive-Thru Fundraiser Dinner!
September 17, 2026
3pm – 6pm
Come and enjoy penne with meat sauce, salad, a roll, and a sweet treat.
In keeping with the Sisters of St Joseph mission, “Unity of neighbor with neighbor and neighbor with God without distinction,” St. James Haven, established by the Associates, provides a place of welcome, nightly refuge, food, and comfort for homeless men in the Meadville, PA area.
Help us continue to provide our guests with love, respect, and kindness as they get back on their feet. Find out how you can help with a donation or as a volunteer.
You can easily donate using our secure online form. If you prefer to donate by mail please make your check payable to St. James Haven and send it to
St. James Haven
P.O. Box 15
Meadville, PA 16335
If you have questions, please feel free to call us at 814-337-6082.
We regularly need volunteers to help maintain the Haven.
If you have questions, please feel free to call us at 814-337-6082.
Our guests come to us with very little. If you would like to help provide personal care and household items, please see our suggested items below. You can also download a printable shopping list.
At this time we are not accepting any clothing donations due to storage constraints.
St. James Haven does accept new unused socks and underwear.
Attention local business partners! The Haven is seeking Community Drive-Thru Dinner sponsors for 2027!
What's in it for you?
For your investment in our community, the Haven provides a full spectrum of promotional benefits, including coverage on local print and on-air media outlets, outdoor signage, pre-and post- dinner recognition on social media, and more. PLUS, sponsors have the opportunity to serve the community during the dinner event.
These dinners are a great opportunity to serve with your team, engage with our community, and build your brand as loyal community partner.
Who here has sponsored or served at one of our monthly dinners before? What was your favorite part?
Interested? Comment below or email to reserve your dinner date! Emails can be sent to: Samantha @ Samantha.stump@ssjerie.org ...
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Lots of last-minute plans happening this week at the Haven!
Fueled by food and fellowship, we're crossing off the to-do lists for this week's events line-up. Don't forget to mark your calendar!
Get the event details (and RSVP for reminders) here:
👉September Fundraiser Drive-Thru Dinner sponsored by Armstrong -- Enjoy a menu of penne with meat sauce and sides for a minimum donation $5/meal.
👉Sound Off for St. James Haven Concert Fundraiser -- Free admission! And our awesome basket auction is back!
⭐🍪💙Have you been to the Sound-Off before?💙🍪⭐
This year we've added a bake sale and SJH merch! ...
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👀Looking for open board opportunities?
Here's a great opportunity from Crawford Heritage Community Foundation to learn more! ...
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