Support St. James Haven during Crawford Gives August 24 – 27! A portion of donations are matched to provide even more support to our mission!

Welcome to St. James Haven

Restoring Hope and Offering Dignity to Men in Need

St. James Haven — Responding to a Need

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 St. James Haven’s July Drive-Thru Dinner sponsored by Armstrong!

Date: Thursday, July 17th
Time: 3-6 PM

We are serving hot dogs with chili sauce, cheeseburgers, watermelon, chips, and a sweet treat.

Cost is a donation amount of your choice.

SAVE THE DATE! Crawford Gives is Coming!

August 12-15, 2025

St. James Haven

Accommodates up to 14 men each night.
Provides a clean, dry shelter and comfortable bed.
Offers a nutritious meal each evening, provided by local donors.
Works closely with local police, housing and mental health agencies.
Is staffed by two resident managers.
Is open 365 days/year from 6pm—8am.
Is financially supported primarily by public and private donations.

Generous Community Support has been the key to continuing our Mission.

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Our Mission

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.

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St. James Haven

3 days ago

🌟 Crawford Gives 2025 is Coming! 🌟
🗓️ August 12–15 | ⏰ 96 Hours to Give Back

St. James Haven is proud to participate in this year’s Crawford Gives, a powerful community-wide fundraiser hosted by the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation.

When you give between August 12–15, your donation goes even further thanks to a prorated matching gift pool, meaning every dollar you give can make a bigger impact for the guests we serve.

💙 How to Give:
➡️ Donate online at crawfordgives.org during the event
➡️ Or drop off/mail a check (with the form!) to:
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
📍 415 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335
📬 PO Box 933, Meadville, PA 16335
✅ Checks payable to: Crawford Heritage Community Foundation

Your support helps us continue providing shelter, safety, and dignity to men experiencing homelessness in our community.

📌 Mark your calendars, and help us continue our mission during these incredible days of giving!

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🌟 Crawford Gives 2025 is Coming! 🌟
🗓️ August 12–15 | ⏰ 96 Hours to Give Back

St. James Haven is proud to participate in this year’s Crawford Gives, a powerful community-wide fundraiser hosted by the Crawford Heritage Community Foundation.

When you give between August 12–15, your donation goes even further thanks to a prorated matching gift pool, meaning every dollar you give can make a bigger impact for the guests we serve.

💙 How to Give:
➡️ Donate online at crawfordgives.org during the event
➡️ Or drop off/mail a check (with the form!) to:
Crawford Heritage Community Foundation
📍 415 Chestnut St, Meadville, PA 16335
📬 PO Box 933, Meadville, PA 16335
✅ Checks payable to: Crawford Heritage Community Foundation

Your support helps us continue providing shelter, safety, and dignity to men experiencing homelessness in our community.

📌 Mark your calendars, and help us continue our mission during these incredible days of giving!

#CrawfordGives2025 #StJamesHaven #GiveWhereYouLive #SupportLocal #CrawfordCountyPA

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Save the date for our Sound Off for St. James Haven Fundraiser!

🗓 Saturday, September 20th | 🕐 1–6 PM

It will be an afternoon of live worship music, local food vendors, and a basket auction full of great items—all in support of St. James Haven.

Hear inspiring testimonials from past guests and volunteers, and learn how you can be part of our mission. 💙

Every dollar raised helps us continue serving those in need.
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Save the date for our Sound Off for St. James Haven Fundraiser!

🗓 Saturday, September 20th | 🕐 1–6 PM

It will be an afternoon of live worship music, local food vendors, and a basket auction full of great items—all in support of St. James Haven.

Hear inspiring testimonials from past guests and volunteers, and learn how you can be part of our mission. 💙

Every dollar raised helps us continue serving those in need.
Mark your calendar—we cant wait to see you there!

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We Believe that We can Best Serve With Your Help

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.

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Hear What Our Guests Have to Say…

I had it all at one time. A wonderful wife, great job, and friends - we had a lot of fun together. We camped, went for car rides, and lived life together. My life changed instantly when I lost my wife, granddaughter, and mother in a 21-day period. I spiraled into depression and began drinking. I lost everything to alcohol. Instead of paying bills, I paid for alcohol. On the verge of discontent and homelessness, I found St. James Haven. They welcomed me with warm, open arms. They've given me a roof over my head, food, and clean clothes. The staff and everyone are great. They helped me get my life back together again.

Larry

When I had lost it all - my career, money, home and found myself completely out of hope - St. James Haven was there. It isn't just a shelter; it is a springboard to a real second chance at life. They have a staff who truly cares about their guests and fosters independence, discipline, and overall individual growth. I would not be where I am today without St. James Haven, and owe my second chance at a bright future with a professional career to the people who make St. James possible. They helped me find hope, as well as myself, again.

Frank

St. James Haven saved my life. They provided delicious food every night, washed my clothes, and helped me get connected with other agencies to find housing.This taught me structure and I learned how to take care of things. They made me feel like someone does care about me. I was allowed to stay until I felt I could successfully live on my own. I have two daughters that I hope to have move back in with me so we can be a happy family again.

Todd

St. James and the Scallop Shell

Having been a fisherman and having taken the road that helped him discover his spirit, the scallop shell is the symbol of St. James and it relates to two layers of the human condition; the physical and the spiritual. St. James was an ordinary pilgrim like the rest of us. He walked a long difficult road with Jesus; he was imprisoned by his raging emotions, and he went through metaphoric fires to free himself and discover the vastness of his spirit. He learned how to live an authentic, peaceful life and he shared his personal lessons with others.

Source: http://www.theroadtosantiago.com

Location

779 North Main Street
Meadville, PA 16335

Mailing Address:
PO Box 15
Meadville, PA 16335

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