Effective Friday, March 28, Catholic Charities of SJ will no longer be operating from our Penns Grove location. We will relocate to our Salem City office, located at 25 Oak St., Salem NJ 08079.
Our Salem City Family and Community Center will be operating full time (M-F, 8:30am to 4pm) beginning Monday, March 31.
Currently this office is seeing clients by appointment only. Please call the center.
Phone: 1-856-339-4102
Fax: 856-339-4160
Monday – Thursday 10 am – 2pm

The Salem County Family and Community Services Center operates out of Salem City.
Below, read about the services we offer as we strive to meet the needs of those we serve in one of New Jersey’s poorest counties.
Non-Discrimination Policy: The services offered through Catholic Charities Family and Community Services Centers are available to all, regardless of religious denomination, race, gender, or immigration status.
By appointment only. Call the number for the location above.
Our pantry is always in need of donations! Visit our Wish List tab for more information.
Diapers and wipes can be provided upon request when available. Contact us to determine availability. We are always in need of diapers in all sizes. Call us to schedule a donation.
Use this website to begin your enrollment process: https://www.nj.gov/humanservices/njsnap/apply/app/
We’re looking forward to the launch of the new Summer EBT program in New Jersey, which will help reduce child hunger by providing benefits to families with eligible school-age children for groceries. Children must be certified for federal free or reduced-price meals to qualify for Summer EBT. To determine eligibility or update your contact information, please contact your school. Click on the link here for more information.
Catholic Charities provides utilities and/or rental assistance to relieve a temporary financial crisis or to prevent homelessness. Contact us to see if funds are currently available and to schedule an appointment to determine eligibility.
Assistance for veterans who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless. Case management services, information and referrals. Call the representative for your county for information and to determine eligibility. Contact information by county available on the Veteran Services webpage.
Prison ministry volunteers are needed to serve in area prisons and jails. Catholic Charities can provide resources and referral services to the recently released. Contact the Prison Ministry Coordinator for more details: 856-342-4106
*Note: While each Family and Community Services Center offers unique services to its surrounding community, all can connect clients to the broad range of services provided by Catholic Charities of South Jersey. See a complete listing of services at right and inquire at your county center about any of them.
Thank you for your interest in donating to the Salem County Family and Community Services Center! Contact us to schedule a delivery.
Note: While each Family and Community Services Center offers unique services to its surrounding community, all can connect clients to the broad range of services provided by Catholic Charities of South Jersey. See a complete listing of services under the Services tab at the top of this page and inquire at your county center about any of them.
Please note from Friday, May 29 to Friday, Sept 4, 2026 all Catholic Charities of South Jersey offices and Family and Community Centers will be closed on Fridays.
