JORDAN POWELL - MITZVAH CIRCLELast Thursday our speaker was JORDAN POWELL, the from Mitzvah Circle, who gave an overview of his organization and recent additions. Jordan, the Program Coordinator for their Period Supply Program, talked about the concentrated effort the Circle makes in supplying menstrual supplies to those in need, by working with schools, the libraries,YMCA, and other community partners like CHOP, county hospitals and prisons rot distribution. He pointed pout that these essential products are not covered by government funding and they respond to calls for help by delivering straight to the individuals homes. Last year they distributed over 1 million pads.
Mitzvah Circle holds several special public events where individuals can receive products and enroll for further help. They also offer educational classes for first timers.
Jordan also s[poke about the overall Mitzvah Circle organization. It was founded in 2009 in a garage and mow occupies a 20,000 sq ft warehouse in Lansdale. They serve 5 counties including Philadelphia. In 2025, they served almost 600,000 people, 77,000- in the Norristown area. 95% of the recipients were below the poverty line. They strive to assist families with a variety of needs . After investigating a request, they put together assistance tailored to specific needs, whether it be referrals, information, or good such as clothing, baby needs, shoes, tays and toiletries.
For more information, or to volunteer or donate, check out their website at:
mitzvah circle. org
Thank you, Jordan