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HARRISBURG, PA — More Pennsylvanians now have access to free overdose-reversing medication and drug testing tools as the state’s Overdose Prevention Program reaches 100 partner organizations operating across all counties.
Pennsylvania Expands Lifesaving Overdose Network Statewide Read More
INDIANA, PA — Medicaid recipients with chronic health conditions who are at risk of homelessness could receive new housing and support services under a proposed $1 million state investment included …
$1M Housing Plan Targets Homelessness, Health Risks Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — In case you missed it, Pennsylvanians who rely on food assistance will have more ways to meet new federal work requirements under a state initiative designed to …
ICYMI: New SNAP Rules Raise Stakes—State Expands Help Options Read More
WEST BRANDYWINE, PA — Packed audiences and standout resident performances helped Freedom Village at Brandywine raise $4,330 during its sixth resident-produced musical, “Guys and Dolls,” supporting employee scholarships and community …
Freedom Village Residents Raise $4,330 With “Guys and Dolls” Production Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Nearly 200 nonprofit and faith-based organizations across Pennsylvania will receive funding to strengthen security at their facilities after state officials approved $10.8 million in grants aimed at …
New Security Grants Aim to Protect Nonprofits From Hate Crimes Read More
HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania officials approved more than $42 million in state and federal grants Wednesday to support public safety programs, including services for gun violence victims, county probation departments, …
$42 Million Safety Grants Aim to Strengthen Communities Read More
PHILADELPHIA, PA — The Shapiro administration announced Friday a new initiative designed to streamline certification for education and job training programs that help Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program recipients meet federal …
State Launches Initiative to Help SNAP Recipients Keep Benefits Read More
MALVERN, PA — A record turnout and fast-paced competition helped Great Valley High School students raise more than $500 for scholarships during the Desmond Project’s annual 3v3 Basketball Tournament.
Great Valley Students Raise Over $500 at Annual Desmond Project 3v3 Tournament Read More
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Communities across the United States could soon receive expanded funding to address youth mental health, suicide prevention, and treatment for serious mental illness after the federal government …
Mental Health Grants Target Suicide Prevention and Youth Care Read More
WEST CHESTER, PA — A spirited campus competition tied to Super Bowl weekend helped West Chester University students collect more than 2,500 food items to support classmates in need.
WCU Students Collect More Than 2,500 Items in “Soup-er” Bowl Food Drive Read More