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Friend, Inc. Community Services, Kutztown, Pennsylvania

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Furever Friends Walk in the Park, May 18, 2025 in the Kutztown Park. A family-friendly charity dog walk to help end pet hunger.

Our Impact

Over 420,000 pounds of food was placed during this past year on the kitchen tables of the families we serve. Every month over 800 individuals (and their pets!) benefit from our self-select food pantry, as do another 700 university students through our campus pantry. 110 additional people receive support from the Alburtis Mobile Market. Each year, over 700 individuals are impacted through direct and referral support for things such as utilities, housing, SNAP and medical assistance. In fact, for over 40 years, Friend, Inc. has been at the very forefront in delivering food and social support services throughout northeastern Berks County.

Why We Need You

People in rural communities face exactly the same issues as people living in urban and suburban areas; hunger, housing, illness, poverty, domestic safety, and access to mental health support. Due to the nature of being ‘rural’, however, these challenges are often less noticeable than they are in denser populations. It’s hard to see. But every day we see it. It takes dedication and expertise to find and fix, of course, but it takes more. That’s why your gift is so critical. Consider giving generously today.

Our Recognition by Agency Peers

Safe Berks

Safe Berks recognized Friend Inc with their Voices for Change Award for our efforts in developing multi agency collaborations.

Casa Berks

CASA Berks (Court Appointed Special Advocate) recognized Friend with their Champion of Children Award for our work towards eliminating child hunger.

Northeast Berks Chamber of Commerce

The Northeast Berks Chamber of Commerce awarded Friend Inc their Shining Star Community Leader Award for our work delivering impactful community outcomes.

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Food Pantry

Ryan from Friend, Inc. pulls a pallet of frozen food out of the freezer for distribution

Food Pantry

Social Services

Closeup of Alexandra Fillis, the case manager at Friend, Inc.

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A group of bicyclists prepare before the annual Brake the Cycle of Poverty ride

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On-Site Extended Resources

On-site Advocates from these agencies offer their services closer to the need.

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Who We Are

Friend, Inc. Community Services is a social support organization that, for over 40 years, works tirelessly to reduce food insecurity and other household economic pressures on families throughout rural northeast Berks County.

Our Story | Press
Community Impact | Financials (PDF)

What We Do

Annual Benefit Auction
Brake the Cycle of Poverty Ride
Food Pantry
Rental/Utility Assistance
Food Support
Medical Assistance
Career Guidance
On-Site Collaboration

How Can You Help?

Make a One-Time Donation
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Help for the Holidays
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658 Noble Street
Kutztown, PA 19530
610-683-7790

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