“I love Mount Carmel Guild because of the nourishing food and the service you get. It is prompt and great.”
John Richardson
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30th Annual GalaHonoring the Past, Growing in GraceTICKETS + MOREBackForwardPauseCaption
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Everyone Deserves CareFor over 104 years, Mount Carmel Guild has offered relief for individuals and families experiencing both chronic and temporary personal crises.Our two core programs: Home Health Nursing and Community Support, help sustain the good health and well-being of low-income seniors and reduce food insecurity among Mercer County residents.We remain committed to continuing these FREE programs and are adapting each to the growing social and economic challenges within our community.
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Serving Those in NeedCommunity Support
Our open-choice food pantry supports registered care receivers with bi-weekly supplies of food, clothing and other amenities to help combat issues of food insecurity and food insufficiency.
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Home Health NursingElderly care
The Guild's accredited Home Health Nursing Program supports low-income, homebound Mercer County residents, 60 years and older, whose ongoing care is not already covered by Medicare.
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MCG Annual ReportsREAD ONLINE OR DOWNLOAD
Mount Carmel Guild is a platinum-level Candid participant, demonstrating our commitment to transparency.
Get insights into our performance and plans through latest reports.
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Latest Events
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Friday, October 24, 2025, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Mount Carmel Guild’s annual gala is a signature event that unites mission-driven businesses, community leaders, and philanthropic partners in support of our vital services. This year’s Pearl Jubilee Gala will honor our past, celebrate our present, and support a stronger, more resilient future for the Trenton community and beyond.Read More
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BE A SOUCE OF HOPEA donation of $50 = 1 bag of groceries for an individual or family in need.
Your support strengthens our ability to help fight food insecurity across Trenton and wider Mercer County. Every dollar you give can help provide at least 1 meal for a family facing hunger. -
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There are many opportunities to volunteer at Mount Carmel Guild, engaging your unique talents and abilities to help support our mission of service.
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care receivers say...
“The staff at Mount Carmel Guild treats us very well on each visit. They make us smile and the food is wonderful!”
Maddy Sanchez
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Latest News and Features
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The nonprofit landscape continues to echo the dynamics of the private sector - quietly competing for limited funding, media attention, and community “ownership.”Read More -
Just in time for the summer season, Mount Carmel Guild’s historic carriage house - a vital storage facility for our pantry and seasonal needs, has received a much-needed and greatly appreciated spruce-up.Read More -
On a beautiful spring evening, Mount Carmel Guild revived an important tradition: a formal Volunteer Appreciation Reception to honor the incredible volunteers who help power its mission each day.Read More -
This Easter season, Mount Carmel Guild once again brought smiles, hope, and a touch of springtime magic to families across Trenton with its annual Easter Basket Giveaway.Read More
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“The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.”– Mahatma Gandhi
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Food Pantry Opening Hours
Mondays and Tuesdays (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Wednesdays (1:00 pm - 3:00 pm)
Thursdays and Fridays (10:00 am - 12:30 pm)
Please note that the pantry will close early if our maximum capacity for the session is reached before the ending time.
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