The Extended Hand Ministries Inc. in Mount Holly, New Jersey

About The Extended Hand Ministries Inc.

The Extended Hand Ministries is a faith‐based nonprofit. Clients can find them based in Mount Holly, New Jersey. The center features emergency shelter and basic needs services to individuals and families in Burlington County.

Their core services include temporary housing, community meals and a food pantry to address homelessness and food insecurity. They treat every person with dignity and compassion while helping them move toward stability and self‐sufficiency. Staff members are proud that no one should have to wonder where their next meal or bed will come from in Burlington County.

Emergency Shelter Services & Homelessness Support

The Extended Hand Ministries provides 24‐hour emergency shelter in Burlington County for single adults, with capacity for eight men and three women. The team assist clients in finding employment and permanent housing.

Residents in shelter receive support tailored to their circumstances, including access to case referrals, life skill guidance and help navigating housing resources. The treatment here focuses on stabilizing daily life and laying foundations for independence.

Food Assistance & Community Nutrition Programs

A major component of The Extended Hand Ministries’ outreach is a food pantry to combat food insecurity among people in Burlington County. Community meals are served in a “family style” format multiple times a week, and the pantry distributes balanced food baskets on two afternoons weekly.

The food pantry’s offerings include staples like canned goods, rice, beans and cereal to meet nutritional needs while promoting consistency. Regular service hours and volunteer support make access reliable and welcoming for those in need.

Where We Serve and How to Connect

The Extended Hand Ministries operates out of its Mount Holly location with in‐person service for shelter, a pantry, and emergency access 24/7 for shelter services. The team is led by Selwyn H. Davis and longtime volunteers, many of whom have been there since the beginning in 1984.

All services are provided free of charge to clients in need so cost isn’t a barrier to accessing shelter and food.