United Way and YMCA Announce Plan to Open Allentown Temporary Shelter for Residents of Homeless Encampment
The seasonal “warming” station at YMCA Allentown will open by September 30 for residents of the Jordan Creek homeless encampment.
Tag: Emergency Services
United Way and Community Partners Launch Relief Fund to Support Victims of Easton Hotel Lafayette Fire
United Way partners with American Red Cross Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter, Safe Harbor Easton and Greater Shiloh Church to provide direct assistance to those displaced by the March 22 fire.
Community Groups Unite to Launch Relief Fund for Families Displaced by Allentown Fire on February 18
United Way partners with City of Allentown, American Red Cross Pennsylvania Rivers Chapter, Community Action Lehigh Valley, Lehigh Conference of Churches and Salvation Army to provide direct assistance.
February 11 is 211 Day: Connecting Our Community to Critical Resources
PA 211 is a free, confidential helpline that connects people to essential services like housing, food, healthcare and more—24/7/365.
Community Groups Unite to Launch Cedar Street Fire Fund to Support Displaced Families
United Way collaborates with partners to initiate emergency response fund to support 30 residents affected by the December 26 Allentown fire.
United Way Shares Listing of Local Warming Station Locations for the 2024-2025 Winter Season
Lehigh Valley locations have been designated as winter warming stations for the community throughout the winter months.
United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley partners with Carbon County to administer funds for rent relief
Eligible Carbon County residents in need of housing assistance have a chance to receive help.
Community Groups Unite to Launch Hamilton Street Fire Fund to Support Displaced Families
United Way, Community Action Lehigh Valley, The Salvation Army and River Crossing YMCA collaborate with partners to initiate emergency response fund to support 21 residents affected by the Allentown fire.
Community Groups Unite to Support Families Displaced by 7th Street Fire in Allentown
United Way, The Greater Valley YMCA, Promise Neighborhoods and Lehigh Conference of Churches launch emergency response fund to provide immediate support for 36 people displaced by Allentown fire.
United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley Recognizes the Vital Community Hotline on 211 Day
Newly released data representing the Greater Lehigh Valley shows an increase in requests for housing, utilities, food and mental health supports.