ST. THOMAS OF VILLANOVA DAY OF SERVICE
DAY OF SERVICE
SEPTEMBER 19, 2026
Each fall, the Villanova community comes together for the St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service to work in partnership with neighborhood agencies to perform service throughout Greater Philadelphia. This annual event builds upon the great service performed during the year by the Villanova community and exists as a unique way to put its Augustinian ideals into action
Named in honor of St. Thomas of Villanova, the 16th-century saint was known for his great charity to the poor and marginalized. This annual event provides the Villanova community with the opportunity to reflect upon the University’s heritage and breathe life into its mission.
The St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service is open to all faculty, staff, students, alumni, friends, and families. The day has been planned to reflect the spirit of community that distinguishes Villanova.
MORE OPPORTUNITIES
MAKE IT MORE THAN ONE DAY
The Day of Service is just one of many ways Villanovans meet the needs of communities near and far. For those not able to join or who are interested in participating in more ways, here are opportunities to serve alongside family, friends, and colleagues on your own time.
Join in the effort to ignite change in our community!
DONATION NATION
Help us collect new goods for our partner agencies.
Items Needed: Canned food and dry goods, school supplies and educational materials, arts and crafts supplies, toiletries (travel-size preferred, but all sizes accepted), baby supplies (diapers, wipes, formula, bottles, newborn clothing), paper goods (paper towels, toilet paper, napkins, tissues), laundry soap and dish soap.
New items only, please. These are the only items being collected.
Drop-Off: Villanova Room, Connelly Center
9:30 AM - 4:30 PM
October 8 or October 9, 2026
CONTINUE THE COMMITMENT TO SERVICE
The St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service is just one of many ways that Villanovans reach out to meet the needs of communities near and far.
Visit the website to learn how to continue your service throughout the year with Villanova or with outside agencies.
2025 DAY OF SERVICE
CELEBRATING 20 YEARS
The Villanova Community came together once again to serve communities in need for the 2025 St. Thomas of Villanova Day of Service.
Hear Fr. Peter Donohue, Villanova University President, reflect on 20 years of service by Villanovans on campus and around the world.