Right now, the safety net is breaking. Helping Harvest lost $3M in federal funding—15% of their capacity Pennsylvania’s budget impasse has frozen critical state funding. Most alarmingly, SNAP benefits are not being distributed in November, while utility...
Reading, PA – Christie Botterbusch, whose practice of volunteering — United Way, Junior League of Reading, VOICEup Berks and more — has woven strong, vibrant threads that shimmer in the tapestry of Botterbusch’s life. Her sense of intention and purpose is both...
Join us on February 24th at the Penn State Berks Campus for a winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for New Journey Community Outreach so we can continue serving people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness in the Reading Community. Last year, we had...
Berks County, PA – This week’s Community Spotlight honoree is Antonio J. Carrero, 41, who serves as program assistant manager at New Journey Community Outreach (NJCO) in Reading. This conversation, which took place in person, has been edited for length and clarity....
Learn about the history, mission, and services provided by New Journey Community Outreach from staff members Tony Carrero and Jeff Laylon, with Christine Nepple, clinical manager for Tower Health’s Street Medicine team. Hosted by Susan Shelly McGovern. Originally...
Mark your calendars and get ready to walk with us on February 22nd at PSU Berks. Our Coldest Night of The Year 5k is a family friendly walk, dedicated to shining a light on those who are hurt, hungry and homeless in our community. More details coming soon!
