Honoring Sister Mary Scullion – A Local Legend in the Fight Against Homelessness In this special edition of Community Connections, we’re proud to feature Sister Mary Scullion, a Philadelphia-based Roman Catholic religious sister, activist, and co-founder of Project HOME. For over 45 years, Sister Mary has dedicated her life to addressing homelessness, affordable housing, and healthcare for those in need.
In this inspiring conversation, Sister Mary shares how her journey began at Mercy Hospice, where she discovered a passion for helping women facing homelessness and mental health challenges. Alongside her co-founder, Joan Dawson McConnon, Sister Mary launched Project HOME, an organization that provides not just shelter, but long-term solutions like housing, employment, and education.
With over 1,000 housing units and a 95% success rate in keeping people off the streets, Project HOME is a model for cities across the country. Sister Mary attributes the organization’s success to the power of community, listening to those directly affected, and engaging them in leadership roles. She also emphasizes the importance of public policy change and calls on all of us to use our voices and votes to create a more just society. Sister Mary’s vision is clear: “None of us are home until all of us are home.”
As Sister Mary prepares to retire at the end of 2024, she leaves behind a powerful legacy of compassion, resilience, and hope. Join us as we celebrate her incredible contributions and learn how we can all help end homelessness together. Don’t miss this inspiring interview with one of the most influential advocates for social justice in our time!