Critical Support Fund Delivers Immediate Food and Crisis Relief Across the Greater Lehigh Valley
Nearly 100 donors and partners committed over $689,000 to address urgent food access and emergency needs.
Nearly 100 donors and partners committed over $689,000 to address urgent food access and emergency needs.
Nearly 200 donors came together to support residents displaced by the Hotel Hampton fire in Easton. Funds have provided direct assistance to residents, support for local fire companies and extended housing for those still in need.
Thanks to generous donors including BSI Corporate Benefits and Easton residents Tony and Adrienne DaRe, 100% of funds raised are being distributed to those who need it most.
Funds will provide immediate assistance for 40 people displaced by the fire at the Hotel Hampton and adjoining properties in Easton.
On 211 Day, we recognize PA 211’s role in connecting people to critical support. In 2025, 15,390 connections were made to housing, food, health care and utility resources as demand for assistance continued to rise across the region.
The new “Powered by PPL” initiative acknowledges decades of support for Community Stability programs that reach more than 100,000 people each year.
Funding through the CAI United Holiday Rent Assist Program will help stabilize families with emergency rental and utility assistance.
More than 75 donors commit $600,000 as coordinated support strengthens food providers and expands access to essential items.
Partners aim to raise $500,000 to strengthen emergency food access and deliver rapid relief to families in need.
The seasonal “warming” station at YMCA Allentown will open by September 30 for residents of the Jordan Creek homeless encampment.