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FriendFest

  Friend Fest 2012

  February 18, 2012
  Beltzner Hall,
  Kutztown Fairgrounds

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Friends Helping Friends

Planting the seeds of change.

Friend, Inc. Community Services is a multi-service social agency that supports the well-being of those in need and is committed to strengthening the lives of families and individuals living in Northeastern Berks County.

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Friend is looking for more volunteers! If you are interested in giving back to the community, we have a lot of help that is needed in our office and for our special events. If you think you have a special skill that you can offer, we would love to talk with you and discuss the many opportunities to give back. Please call us at (610) 683-7790 if you are interested in volunteering/ for a specific event. Find out more >>

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In 2010...


1066 clients were served.

38 clients were better able to communicate with their families after participating in the parenting classes.

26 clients are able to maintain healthy emotional balance after working with counselors through Diakon Lutheran Services.

79 people received long-term case management services.

7622 people were served by the monthly food pantry.

Our food pantry distributed food with an estimated worth of $304,880.

381,100 pounds of food were distributed to Friend, Inc. clients.