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WEST CHESTER, PA — Chester County residents may be breathing a sigh of relief as newly released data indicates a significant decline in the local homeless population. The latest annual …
Homeward Bound: Decrease in Homelessness Witnessed in Chester County, Initiatives in Motion to Counter Housing Crisis Read More
PITTSBURGH, PA — Department of Human Services Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh and Allegheny County Executive Sara Innamorato visited Pittsburgh’s non-profit ACTION-Housing on Friday to discuss significant new investments in Governor …
Pennsylvania’s Budget Proposal Targets Housing Insecurity with New Investments Read More
CHERRY HILL, NJ — TD Bank, through its TD Charitable Foundation, has awarded three grants totaling $575,000 to Pennsylvania-based non-profits. This funding is part of the bank’s annual Housing for …
TD Bank Boosts Pennsylvania Non-Profits with $575K in Grants for Affordable Housing Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — This year, Saint John’s Hospice (SJH), a vital ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia, is celebrating six decades of unceasing service to the …
Saint John’s Hospice Celebrates Six Decades of Service with a Grand Gala Read More
NORRISTOWN, PA — In Montgomery County, a powerful new plan unfolds—an ambitious roadmap crafted with the singular objective of tackling one of humanity’s most persistent challenges: homelessness. The final report …
Unveiling a Blueprint for Transformation: Montgomery County’s Path to Combat Homelessness Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Once again, on a chilly January night, the shimmer of camaraderie and determination enlightened the heart of downtown Philadelphia. Over 360 volunteers, guided by the beacon of …
Nightlight on Homelessness: Philadelphia’s Heroic Endeavor to Count the Unseen Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — The Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) has been awarded more than $2 million by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The funds, …
Chester County Department of Community Development Receives $2 Million Federal Grant to Combat Homelessness Read More WASHINGTON, D.C. — Gearing up against the pervasive crisis of homelessness, the Biden-Harris administration, in an unprecedented move, is joining hands with states across the country. A new initiative is …
Biden-Harris Pacts with the States: A Bold Move Towards Addressing Homelessness Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — Mayor Cherelle L. Parker recently announced that an independent accounting firm has been hired to conduct a forensic investigation into the finances of the City’s Office of …
Philadelphia Mayor Calls for Forensic Investigation into City’s Office of Homeless Services Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — In a significant move to combat veteran homelessness, the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has announced a funding opportunity that offers around $5 million per year for …
VA Pledges $5M Annually in New Funding Push to End Veteran Homelessness Read More