Catholic Charities prepares 1,300+ Philadelphia residents for winter at annual giveaway
Published on November 4, 2026
On October 24, Catholic Charities of Philadelphia, through its ministry Saint John’s Hospice, hosted the annual “Boot Up Philly” giveaway, providing more than 15,000 winter essentials, including boots, winter coats, cold-weather gear, clothing, meals, and snacks, to more than 1,300 Philadelphia neighbors experiencing homelessness and poverty.