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gift of life family house guest room — Gift of Life Family House provides a comfortable and supportive setting for transplant patients and their families.

Help make a difference in the lives of transplant patients and families by volunteering at Gift of Life Family House or in your community.

Gifts of any level are meaningful and there are many ways to help. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of thousands of transplant families.

About Gift of Life Family House

Gift of Life Family House serves as a “home away from home” for transplant patients and their families by providing temporary, affordable lodging, meals, and supportive services to those who travel to Philadelphia, Pennsylvania for transplant-related care. Gift of Life Family House is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization.

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Your financial gift today will provide lodging and a “home away from home” for transplant patients and families.

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Make a difference for patients and families in a fun and supportive environment. Volunteers cook meals, drive vans, organize activities, and much more.

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From golf outings to bake sales to car washes, there are many ways you and your friends can fundraise for the Family House.

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Faces of Family House

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Family House Brought Relief to New Jersey Couple

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Finding Comfort, Support and Peace at Family House

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News & Events

Carol McCloud and her family dropping off items from their wish list drive.

Volunteer Spotlight: Ryan's Shamrocks

To honor her son, Carol McCloud and her family host a food drive for the Family House each year.

The ladies of Rutgers Gang in the Family House kitchen.

Volunteer Spotlight: Rutgers Gang

Once a month, these college friends come together to prepare and serve a meal to our guests.

Our new Gift of Life Family House Advisory Board member, Bill Soloway.

Welcoming Our Newest Family House Advisory Board Member, Bill Soloway!

We'd like to welcome our newest Family House Advisory Board member, Bill Soloway!

Ed Galarza standing in the Family House Legacy Garden.

Volunteer Spotlight: Ed Galarza

“The Family House is very important,” Ed says. “It’s all about helping people in need.”

Sovereign Insurance Group Underwrites Family House South Porch

Sovereign Insurance Group, longtime Gift of Life partner, makes a generous gift to the Family House.

The Baker Family standing in front of the Family House shuttle.

A Safe Way Home

“The reason we chose to stay at the Family House was because of the shuttle service..."

Chris Bolden in the Family House living room.

Hope Shuttled from Door to Door

“The shuttle is a lifesaver for people,” Chris Bolden says. "Without it, we would've struggled."

John Helps Shuttle Hope and You Can, Too

John sees our need for a larger, more accessible vehicle, and he hopes you do, too.

Karen and Mark Weidner sitting in the living room.

Blessed Unbelievably

“My spirits have been nothing but high here."

Kind Words from the Aldi's

“My experience at Gift of Life Family House is inexpressible..."

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