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Building Bridges Out of Poverty Since 1969
Short-Term Assistance | Wellness Support | Community Resources
Short-Term Assistance
Wellness Support
Community Resources
Request AssistanceOutreach Office Hours are by appointment - Monday-Friday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Family Store Shopping Hours are Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00 am-4:00 pm
Donations accepted Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30 am-1:00 pm
Thank you for making Seton Family Store the #1 Thrift Store in Frederick County!

Seton Center Spring 5K at The Mount, April 27, 9am. Sign up to run for a good cause! Sponsored by the Center for Service at Mount St. Mary's. LEARN MORE
Frederick County Public Schools will be holding a job fair at Seton Center on Fri, April 19, 10am-1pm.
Representatives will provide a brief overview and then be on hand to answer questions and meet with potential applicants.
A representative from the Daughters of Charity will also be present to discuss current openings.
Frederick Rescue Mission Food Drops normally come on the last 2 Thursdays of each month. Opens as soon as all foods are received & set up (about 11:30 a.m. until all is gone). Our next drops: April 18 & 25, May 23 & 30
No eligibility requirements to receive a bag of groceries, just first-come, first-served.
*NEW* Community Connections sessions will now happen on Food Drop days! Next up: Department of Housing and Human Services on April 18th.
Want to keep up with what's happening at Seton Center and in the community? Subscribe to our YouTube channel and look for the new videos posted each week. These are also shown on the TVs in the lobby and in the Seton Family Store, so you have multiple ways to stay informed!
The Outreach office is open to clients by appointment only. We ask that you please call us at (301) 447-6102 x11
or x20, or complete a Request for Assistance.
The Family Store is open:
Shopping Hours: Tues-Sat, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Donation Hours: Tues-Sat, 9:30am - 1:00pm
PLEASE DO NOT LEAVE DONATIONS OUTSIDE!!!
You can help do your part. STAY HOME if you are feeling unwell or if you have tested positive for or been exposed to COVID-19. We serve a vulnerable population and want to ensure everyone's safety.
Did you know Seton Center hosts other agencies to provide more convenient access to Northern Frederick County residents?
Clients seeking services from Walking Together, Heartly House, Maryland Legal Aid, or Frederick County Housing and Human Services (FCHHS) can ask to schedule their appointments at Seton Center. Additionally, the FCHHS is here each Thursday, 10am-2pm, for walk-ins.
Maryland Legal Aid will be available for appointments and walk-ins on the fourth Tuesday of the month, 9:30am-1:30pm. Upcoming: April 23, May 28
Please call the individual agency to make an appointment:
Department of Housing and Human Services: 301-600-3960
Heartly House: 301-662-8800
Maryland Legal Aid: 443-202-9894 (Call or Text)
Walking Together (formerly Mindful Excellence): 240-840-6811
Sponsored and staffed by the Daughters of Charity (DOC), DOC employees, and volunteers, Seton Center Outreach serves all residents of Northern Frederick County, Maryland. While we do provide emergency financial assistance when necessary, our goal is to help our neighbors build bridges out of poverty by offering programs that will educate, empower, and encourage them to move forward to a better, sustainable life. Our goals are to:
Sponsored and staffed by the Daughters of Charity (DOC), DOC employees, and volunteers, Seton Center Outreach serves all residents of Northern Frederick County, Maryland. While we do provide emergency financial assistance when necessary, our goal is to help our neighbors build bridges out of poverty by offering programs that will educate, empower, and encourage them to move forward to a better, sustainable life. Our goals are to:
Our family thrift store enjoys a long history, going back to the founding of the original Seton Center in 1969. We offer a variety of high-quality, preloved items donated by community members. From stuffed animals to small appliances, furniture to stylish clothing, we have something for everyone in your family. The best part? You can shop easy knowing that not only are you receiving the best quality at the lowest prices, but your purchases directly benefit our Outreach programs and our neighbors in need.
Open Tuesday-Saturday, 10:00am-4:00pm
Donations accepted on Tuesday-Saturday, 9:30am-1:00pm
Service to our neighbors in need is at the core of our mission. When you volunteer with Seton Center, you take part in bringing about meaningful, enduring change in their lives. You’ll serve with other caring, committed people who share your passion to help build a stronger community. We have numerous opportunities to volunteer – at the Outreach Center, in the Family Store, even at home behind the scenes. We are always looking for caring, committed individuals like you!
Maybe it’s an elderly couple whose water is in danger of being shut off. Perhaps it’s a young man trying to end his addiction. Or a woman who wants to smile again, but is too embarrassed because she can’t afford proper dental care. Your gift can—and will—change someone’s life. Call Seton Center Inc today.
Maybe it’s an elderly couple whose water is in danger of being shut off. Perhaps it’s a young man trying to end his addiction. Or a woman who wants to smile again, but is too embarrassed because she can’t afford proper dental care. Your gift can—and will—change someone’s life. Call Seton Center Inc today.
"Faith lifts the soul, Hope supports it, Experience says it must and Love says...let it be!"
Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton
Our vision is to be a leading northern Frederick County, Maryland resource for emergency support services and skill development, catalyzing systemic change for a more vibrant, healthy community.
Seton Center, Inc’s mission is to work with our neighbors to build a hopeful future, in the Spirit of Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton, through a focus on the self-sufficiency and well-being of the whole person.
For further details or inquiries reach out to us at (301) 358-3188.
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