Friends of the Needy

Projects

Convent Garden Assisted Living House, Berkshire County, MA

A way for lower income seniors to enjoy the help they need with daily activities, while maintaining independence and connections to the community. (Under development)

Helping-Others.org

A resource for information and inspiration for volunteers and caregivers, lifting spirits and raising hopes.

Breaking Bread Kitchen

A once weekly community meal, every Thursday evening of the year, using the kitchen and dining facilities of St. Peter's Church parish center. Eight different teams, from area churches and civic groups, take turns preparing and hosting a meal for those in our community who need nourishment and friendship.

About Friends of the Needy

Friends of the Needy was established in 1994 as an association of laity and clergy to put into practice the spirituality of Blessed George Matulaitis (1875-1927).

Blessed George believed that a deep life of union with God led inevitably to an active life of service to those in greatest need, and serving the needy would draw us closer to God.

Friends of the Needy offers resources for those who are interested in deepening their spiritual life, organizes projects to serve the needy, encourages volunteering and offers practical and spiritual support to those who in their professional work or life circumstance are caregivers.