Do you have online wishlists I can order from?
Yes! We have wishlists at TARGET and ZAPPOS. You can have items sent directly to: Xavier Mission Attn: Roxanne De La Torre 55 West 15th St. New York, NY 10011
Is Xavier Mission a religious or church-affiliated organization?
Xavier Mission began in 1983 as the community outreach arm of the Church of St. Francis Xavier. In 2012, Xavier Mission was established as an independent, secular, non-profit organization. While we are still located at the Church, we are not a part of the church or a religious organization. We welcome people of all backgrounds.
Do I have to be associated with the Church or be Catholic to volunteer?
Xavier Mission began in 1983 as a community outreach arm of the Church of St. Francis Xavier. In 2012, Xavier Mission was established as an independent, secular, non-profit organization. We welcome volunteers of all backgrounds. We do not require disclosure of volunteers' religious beliefs, proselytize, or discriminate on the basis of creed. Read our Code
Do I have to be associated with the Church or be Catholic to receive support?
We do not require disclosure of guests' religious beliefs, proselytize, or discriminate on the basis of creed.
Can I donate food to or cook dinner for one of the LSEP programs?
Please contact the Director of LSEP to discuss meal donations.
I cannot cover the cost of an entire sponsorship. Can I donate a partial sponsorship?
Absolutely! Any amount helps to offset the expenses of the program. Please visit our Donation page for information about making a gift.
How much is a sponsorship for one participant?
The cost for one participant is $700. This covers stipends, MetroCards, food, supplies, and administrative expenses. Please visit our Donation page for information about making a gift.
I’m a professional with knowledge that I believe would be of value to the program. How can I become a workshop presenter?
Anyone interested in presenting a workshop should contact the Director of LSEP to discuss. As our workshops are generally scheduled in advance and cover topics that have been shown to be most effective for participants, please do not take it personally if we cannot accommodate your ideas for a workshop.
How can I apply to be a mentor?
Please contact the Director of LSEP to inquire about mentoring.
What are the main responsibilities of mentors?
Mentors’ main responsibilities are to: Assist the participants with defining and developing clear, specific and attainable short-term and long-term goals. Support and assist participants to fulfill their goals by listening, suggesting ideas, and finding resources. Review the material covered in the workshop sessions and assist the participants with integrating the information into their own lives.