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Nationalities Service Center

A more than 100-year-old group that helps immigrants and refugees in Greater Philadelphia with English classes, legal help, health services and youth programs. Volunteers help with classes, the food pantry, events and home setup for newly arrived refugees.

  • Low cost

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What they do

Take an in-person English class, or volunteer to teach English, help the food pantry, help at events, or set up homes for newly arrived refugees. Groups from schools, congregations or businesses can also help with home setup and donation drives.

Who it is for

Who can join
Open to anyone
Community
Immigrants, Refugees
Who is there
Adults of any age, People new to Philly or new to the country

When and where

English classes run in 10-week sessions on Mondays and Wednesdays, 10 am to 12 pm. Volunteer shifts can be one time or ongoing.

Days
Monday and Wednesday
Times
Morning

Office

Address
1216 Arch Street, 4th Floor
Part of the city
Central

Your first visit

Feeling unsure the first time is normal. Most groups are glad when someone new walks in.

First step: Call 215-893-8400 to ask about the next English class session, or register for a volunteer shift through the link on the volunteer page..

Check with the group before you show up. You need to sign up first.

What to expect

English classes meet in person at the Arch Street office on Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 am to 12 pm for 10 weeks. Students are placed in one of six levels from beginner to advanced, and the page does not explain how placement works. The fee is $100 for the session and is paid when you register.

Tips for your first visit

  • Ask how placement works and what to bring when you call, since the course page does not say.
  • Plan for the $100 session fee, which is paid at registration.
  • Fall 2026 classes started October 5, 2026, so ask when the next session begins.
  • Ask about building entry, elevators and parking before you come, since the site does not describe the building.

Newcomer welcome

Fine for newcomers, but you may need to speak up (3 out of 5). Why we say this: English classes start at beginner level and volunteer roles are open to the public, but classes charge $100 per session before you start and enrollment goes through a staff contact..

Cost and commitment

Cost
Low cost. English classes cost $100 for the full session, paid at registration. Volunteering is free.
How often
An ongoing role

Access and languages

Wheelchair access
We do not know yet. Ask the group before you go.
Languages spoken
We do not know yet which languages are spoken.
Access notes
Barriers can be reported by phone, email or mail, and the group aims to reply within 14 business days. Its website works with a keyboard and with screen readers.

Requirements

We found no special requirements. Ask the group if you are not sure.

How to reach them

We copy contact details as the group or a public source published them. Each one shows where it came from.

Sources and last check

Checked by our research team on October 8, 2026. This was a closer look, including what a first visit is like.

Last seen active
October 2026 (See the evidence)
Last checked by our team
October 8, 2026
Status
Active
Our confidence in this listing
High

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