Herbert and Minnie Cole Community Center
- (856) 579-0663
- herb.minnie.community.center@gmail.com
- P.O Box 295, Wenonah, 08090
- (856) 579-0663
- herb.minnie.community.center@gmail.com
- P.O Box 295, Wenonah, 08090
About us
Our Story & Purpose
Our organization was created to serve families and individuals who need more than temporary help. We exist to provide practical resources, trusted guidance, and consistent community support that helps people regain stability and move forward with confidence. Every service we offer is designed to reduce hardship while strengthening the foundation of daily life, especially for those who feel overwhelmed, overlooked, or unsure of where to turn next.
We focus on prevention, restoration, and resilience because lasting change happens when people are supported at the root, not just in the moment. When families have access to basic needs, emotional support, and reliable programs, they are better able to stay together, grow stronger, and build healthier futures. Our purpose is to stand beside the community with care that is personal, respectful, and committed to long-term improvement.
The Legacy Behind the Work
This mission is inspired by Herbert and Minnie Cole, lifelong residents of Camden, New Jersey, who lived a life centered on service and compassion. While raising 13 children, they supported families in need by providing food and clothing, and they opened their home to foster and care for disadvantaged children who needed safety, structure, and love. Their kindness was never based on recognition, it was simply part of who they were and how they believed community should function.
Their generosity created a legacy that shaped the community across generations, proving that real change begins with everyday acts of compassion. Their commitment also inspired programs that uplift and preserve community life, including efforts that honor senior citizens and childcare services that have supported families for decades. Today, we continue this legacy by keeping their values alive through service that is rooted in love, responsibility, and lasting community connection.
What We Do for Families & Community
We provide services that meet essential needs while helping individuals and families build stability. Our support includes childcare, housing assistance, clothing support, youth outreach, financial literacy education, and mental health resources. We also offer an Emotional support program and families can rely on during difficult seasons, ensuring people have access to both practical help and compassionate guidance.
Each service is delivered with dignity and respect, because we believe support should never feel cold, rushed, or transactional. We take time to listen, understand each situation, and connect people to the right resources so they feel supported, valued, and empowered to move forward. Whether someone needs immediate assistance or ongoing support, our programs are designed to create real relief today while building a stronger foundation for tomorrow.
The Key to Empowering Others and Building Community
Our Commitment to Lasting Impact
We are committed to strengthening families and restoring hope by creating programs that respond to evolving community needs. Our work supports people through life transitions, hardship, and recovery, helping them rebuild confidence and create healthier, more stable lives. We believe community change begins when people feel seen, respected, and cared for, and that belief guides every interaction we have with those we serve.
Long-term impact is built through consistency, trust, and relationships that last beyond a single visit or service. By building a supportive network and expanding outreach, we continue working toward a stronger community where individuals do not just survive but grow with resilience and a sense of belonging. We remain dedicated to protecting families, supporting youth, honoring seniors, and ensuring every person who comes to us feels hope, purpose, and the strength to rise again.
