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Offers a variety of ongoing, one-day, and event volunteer opportunities.

Offers a financial education program that supports the opportunity for affordable home ownership in the Pittsburgh neighborhoods of Garfield and East Liberty. Participants are supported through the process of credit building, goal setting, budgeting with potential opportunities to purchase an affordable home. The program also includes education on how to maintain and sustain a property once it has been purchased. Using a predominantly volunteer workforce, Open Hand Ministries also purchases and renovates properties for those low-medium income families who qualify.

Provides a warm space during the daytime in extreme cold emergencies.

Provides community renewal program in the community through acts and services. Partners with all the organization within and surrounding a certain area to connect those residents to the resources they need or would otherwise not have access to. Assists with exterior code compliance issues, service projects for residents, connect those residents with agencies for emergency needs.

Offers volunteer opportunities.

Opportunities to volunteer in a variety of areas

Sells used construction and building materials at low prices, with a focus on home improvement items such as furniture, home accessories, building materials and appliances. Accepts donations and arranges for pick ups. Volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups.

Provides eligible individuals with vouchers to purchase Pennsylvania-grown produce at participating farmers’ markets and farm stands. Vouchers are distributed in the summer and may be used through November.

Working with the local community, the Schuylkill United Way raises and distributes funds to 15 partner human service agencies in Schuylkill County.

UDS service dogs are provided with proper training from the time they are pups for over two years by a team of dedicated volunteers and professionals. Then, they’re partnered with people who have a mobility disability or autism to help them live fuller lives. They are here to provide help with getting a service dog in PA. * Service Dogs for Mobility Disabilities and Autism: For individuals with autism or have a mobility disability, a UDS service dog can help improve their quality of life. - Pups in the Classroom: Offers facility dogs that are specially trained to help children who struggle in the classroom. - Sponsor a Dog: Their service dog program is supplemented by donations from generous individuals and businesses in the community. - Volunteer With UDS Service Dogs: Learn about all their volunteer opportunities.

Thrift store that offers a broad selection of new and used furniture, appliances, cabinets and building supplies. The warehouse and showroom offer bargain prices to the public. Everything sold will help fund new or renovated homes for qualified families. Accepts donations of home and building materials in good, usable condition.

Provides volunteers to speak about programs and services of the organization for community groups, businesses, United Way campaigns, schools, etc. Presentations can be tailored to the group and time frame available, up to one hour.

Provides assistance to older adults with various health issues or those who need companionship. Supports socialization, helps prepare lunch, play a game, read, or accompany senior to events or appointments. Senior companions are matched with clients according to needs, abilities, and distance.

Provides opportunities to get involved and volunteer in the community, in support of LGBTQIA+ individuals.

Accepts volunteers, donations of nonperishable food, monetary donations, and donations of gift cards that can be used to buy items to stock the food pantry.

Screened and trained senior volunteers are prepared to discuss issues related to aging, such as stress and isolation. Provides weekly phone or home visits with volunteers for conservation and socialization. Offers volunteer opportunities with training for senior peer counselors.

Operates a coffee shop. Provides a place for people to go, hang out, congregate, etc. Offers volunteer opportunities.

Provides volunteer opportunities at organized events and fundraising activities to promote public awareness of breast cancer.

Provides a variety of opportunities for seniors to serve other seniors as well as their communities at large.

Provides eligible individuals with vouchers to purchase Pennsylvania-grown produce at participating farmers’ markets and farm stands. Vouchers are distributed in the summer and may be used through November.

Provides a wide range of services designed to work with clients to thrive in the home environment best suited to their needs. Assessment of need is done through our office and we work with volunteers and subcontractors to deliver appropriate service. Some of the services are: A) Home Delivered Meals: A meal is provided to functionally disabled, home-bound, or convalescent people age 60+ B) Personal Care Service: Provides personal grooming help - bathing, dressing, feeding, toileting and transferring C) Respite Care: Program designed to provide relief to the primary caregiver. Eligibility and hours will be determined in the assessment process D) Chore Service: Minor home repair may be possible when safety and necessary upkeep is required E) Protective Services: Reports of abuse can be made by calling 717-334-9296 or 800-548-3240 24 hours a day

Employment specialists provide job placement, training, and support to individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Assist with toys, books, games, puzzles, baby items such as toys, baby essentials, and occasionally larger Items, a birthday bag program, back to school supplies, Christmas gifts, and guidance to get additional assistance and support.

Community-driven hunger fighting project that unites thousands of donors, advocates, and volunteers to fight hunger in Bucks County.

Provides training to assist in filing taxes.