Saint Joseph's Carpenter Society

Saint Joseph’s Carpenter Society strives to improve the quality of life of the people of the City of Camden and its surrounding communities by promoting affordable housing and neighborhood development. Through our initiatives, we encourage people to take charge of their lives and become active community members.

To that end, Saint Joseph’s Carpenter Society is regionally recognized as a leader in Camden’s revitalization. Our efforts, both in housing and economic development, have resulted in increased property values within a stable, mixed-income neighborhood. Strategic partnerships have helped us expand educational and employment opportunities, grow Camden’s housing market, improve public safety, strengthen commercial activity and raise the aesthetic appeal of the neighborhood.

Building Strong and Confident Neighborhoods

SJCS uses a comprehensive approach in neighborhood development, one which addresses the needs of individuals as well as the need to physically improve housing stock. SJCS works to implement a series of long-range community development goals through affordable housing development and rehabilitation, homeowner education and the implementation of enhancements to a neighborhood’s physical and social fabrics.

Homeowner Education: SJCS promotes a holistic approach for homeowner’s financial stability that combines financial and homeownership education classes with personalized counseling. Learn more here. 

Home Repairs: SJCS offers homeowners of any home in certain neighborhoods access to home improvement and lead-safe remediation programs. Learn more here.

Buying a Home: Saint Joseph's Carpenter Society encourages responsible homeownership through education and construction and rehabilitation of affordable housing units. Learn more here.