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Friend, Inc. Community Services, Kutztown, Pennsylvania

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Who We Are

OUR STORY   |   STAFF   |   BOARD OF DIRECTORS   |   COMMUNITY IMPACT   |   MEDIA & PRESS

Our Story

Our Mission

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.

Historical Evolution and Modern Expansion

Based in Kutztown, Pennsylvania, the history of Friend, Inc. reflects a journey of community resilience, adaptation, and expansion to meet the changing needs of the 50,000 residents of the Kutztown, Fleetwood, and Brandywine Heights school districts. Continue reading…

Staff

Find details and contact information about the individuals who run Friend, Inc. Community Services.

Board of Directors

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Community Impact

Learn exactly how Friend, Inc. is helping the community.

Media and Press

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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?

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60 Bieber Alley
(PO Box 12)
Kutztown, PA 19530
610-683-7790

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