Social Services Hub for Northern Frederick County and Beyond

Building Bridges Out of Poverty Since 1969 through Short-Term Assistance, Wellness Support, and Providing Community Resources

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Our Mission and Vision

Seton Center, Inc’s mission is to work with our neighbors to build a hopeful future, in the Spirit of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, through a focus on the well-being of the whole person.

Our vision is to be a leading northern Frederick County, Maryland resource for emergency support services and skill development, catalyzing systemic change for a more vibrant, healthy community.

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Community Outreach and Education

Food Drop

Frederick Rescue Mission Food Drops normally come on the last 2 Thursdays of each month.

Opens as soon as all foods are received & set up (about 11:30 a.m. until all is gone). First-come, first-served.

Please visit our Facebook page for any last-minute updates.
May 22 & 29, June 19 & 26, July 24 & 31, August 21 & 28, September 18 & 25, October 23 & 30, November 20*, December 18* (*only one Food Drop due to holidays)

Chair Yoga Monday

Join us for Chair Yoga every Monday at 1:30pm, led by Margaret-Ann Radford.

Please call Sister Roberta Treppa, D.C.
at 301-447-6102 ext 20
or email outreach@setoncenter.org for more information.

Nutrition Tuesday

Join us the last Tuesday of each month for a workshop to promote healthy eating, led by nutritionist Joi Vogin from the University of Maryland Extension Office.

Please call Sister Roberta Treppa, D.C. at 301-447-6102 ext 20 or email outreach@setoncenter.org for more information.
April 29, May 27, June 24

Wellness Wednesdays

Every Wednesday at 1:30pm in the multipurpose room at Seton Center.

Topics of discussion include nutrition and healthy eating, exercise, activities, and developing healthy habits.

Typically begins with Chair Yoga by Margaret Ann Radford. RSVP not required but appreciated for planning purposes.

Please call Sister Roberta Treppa, D.C. at 301-447-6102 ext 20 or email outreach@setoncenter.org for more information.

Our Programs

Sponsored and staffed by the Daughters of Charity (DOC), DOC employees, and volunteers, Seton Center Outreach serves all residents of Northern Frederick County, Maryland. While we do provide emergency financial assistance when necessary, our goal is to help our neighbors build bridges out of poverty by offering programs that will educate, empower, and encourage them to move forward to a better, sustainable life. Our goals are to:

✔ Address basic human needs
✔ Stem homelessness
✔ Build strong, healthy families
✔ Provide referral services
✔ Maintain the health of seniors
✔ Support the transition out of poverty

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Seton Center Thrift Store

Our family thrift store enjoys a long history, going back to the founding of the original Seton Center in 1969. We offer a variety of high-quality, preloved items donated by community members. From stuffed animals to small appliances, furniture to stylish clothing, we have something for everyone in your family. The best part? You can shop easy knowing that not only are you receiving the best quality at the lowest prices, but your purchases directly benefit our Outreach programs and our neighbors in need.

Open Tuesday-Saturday - 10:00am-4:00pm
Donations accepted on Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30am-1:00pm

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Volunteer

Service to our neighbors in need is at the core of our mission. When you volunteer with Seton Center, you take part in bringing about meaningful, enduring change in their lives. You’ll serve with other caring, committed people who share your passion to help build a stronger community. We have numerous opportunities to volunteer – at the Outreach Center, in the Family Store, even at home behind the scenes. We are always looking for caring, committed individuals like you!

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Give Hope

Maybe it’s an elderly couple whose water is in danger of being shut off, or a person who wants to smile again, but is too embarrassed because they can’t afford proper dental care. Perhaps a young man trying to provide a better life for his family. Your gift can—and will—change someone’s life.

Call Seton Center today!

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"Faith lifts the soul, Hope supports it, Experience says it must and Love says...let it be!"

- Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton

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For further details or inquiries reach out to us
at (301) 447-6102.

Seton Center has Platinum Transparency with Candid

Seton Center has achieved the prestigious Platinum Transparency Seal from Candid, the highest level of recognition for nonprofit transparency and accountability. This distinction reflects Seton Center’s unwavering commitment to openness, integrity, and trustworthiness in its mission to serve the community. By sharing detailed financial information, strategic goals, and measurable impact metrics with the public, Seton Center ensures donors, partners, and stakeholders have clear insight into how resources are used to create meaningful change.

Testimonials

"After discovering this gem I've became a regular friendly staff and awesome prices. This is how all thrift shops should be. Always feel good that I know the money I spend here is going to a good cause Thank you Seton and keep up the great work"

— Alexander H.

"Love coming here to shop! Was fun to sop in the old school but the new place is wonderful 😊😊😊 can alway fine a treasure or two. Staff is very friendly and helpful!"

— Twila F.

"Very clean, great prices, friendly and helpful staff. Nice collection of jewelry as opposed to some other thrift stores. This was our first time, but we’ll be back! Very handicap accessible also!!"

— Wanda C.

"The Outreach program has been a true blessing to us! Twice they have assisted us with the high school volunteers to do work around our home that is too much for us anymore. It was such a load off of us and you could not ask for more polite and respectful young men! thank you so much Ms Miller for thinking of us again this year!"

— Yvette F.

"I love to donate items here as I know the resources are used in the community to help others."

— Debbie W.

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