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Ways to get involved in Pennsylvania, found through the churches that support them. Each one links to the organization’s own site.

Benevolence & relief

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    Agapao

    Agapao

    Connects churches and volunteers with refugee neighbors to meet practical needs. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Allentown Rescue Mission

    Allentown Rescue Mission

    Christian shelter and recovery program for homeless men in Allentown. Supported by Living Hope Presbyterian Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Ashes to Beauty Outreach

    Ashes to Beauty Outreach

    Christian ministry to people facing homelessness and addiction in Reading. Supported by GT Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Bethesda Mission

    Bethesda Mission

    Harrisburg rescue mission with shelters, food bank, clinics and recovery programs. Supported by West Shore Free Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Betty Lou’s Pantry

    Betty Lou’s Pantry

    Food pantry run by participating Southern Lehigh churches in Coopersburg. Supported by Calvary Bible Fellowship Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Brethren Housing Association

    Brethren Housing Association

    Housing and life-skills support for homeless families in Harrisburg’s Allison Hill. Supported by West Shore Free Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    CCC&C After School Program

    CCC&C After School Program

    Monday-Thursday homework help and activities for grades K-8 at the church’s center. Supported by Chinese Christian Church and Center.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    CCC&C Seasonal Cleanups

    CCC&C Seasonal Cleanups

    Neighborhood cleanup days hosted by the church’s center in Chinatown. Supported by Chinese Christian Church and Center.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    City Mission

    City Mission

    Christian homeless shelter in Washington, PA with meals, counseling and job training. Supported by The Bible Chapel.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Community Resource Center

    Community Resource Center

    Church-run homework help for grades 1-5 and English conversation groups for adults. Supported by West Shore Free Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services

    Conestoga Valley Christian Community Services

    Food bank, clothing bank and mentoring for neighbors in the Conestoga Valley area. Supported by Worship Center.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Cradle of Hope

    Cradle of Hope

    Jenkintown transitional housing and support for single mothers and their children. Supported by New Life Presbyterian Church (Dresher).

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Erie City Mission

    Erie City Mission

    Christian rescue mission in Erie offering shelter, meals, and residential recovery. Supported by Erie First Assembly.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Erie, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Family Guidance (one2one Mentoring)

    Family Guidance (one2one Mentoring)

    Christian mentoring and summer camp for youth from underserved neighborhoods. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    FCA Pittsburgh

    FCA Pittsburgh

    Fellowship of Christian Athletes chapter serving coaches and athletes in Pittsburgh. Supported by Orchard Hill Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Good Samaritan Services

    Good Samaritan Services

    Short-term housing and case management in Lancaster and Chester counties. Supported by Worship Center.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Groceries PLUS Food Bank

    Groceries PLUS Food Bank

    Church-hosted self-serve food pantry for the Emmaus community, run with Second Harvest. Supported by Bethel Bible Fellowship Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Allentown, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Handi*Vangelism Ministries International

    Handi*Vangelism Ministries International

    Akron, PA ministry serving people affected by disability, grief and mental health needs. Supported by Worship Center.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Harvest Street Mission

    Harvest Street Mission

    Volunteer-run Sunday meals and supplies in Allegheny Commons Park on the North Side. Supported by The Bible Chapel.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Hope Rescue Mission

    Hope Rescue Mission

    Christian rescue mission offering shelter, meals and residential programs in Reading. Supported by GT Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    House of Hope York

    House of Hope York

    Christian residential home and school for teen girls, plus family counseling, in Jacobus. Supported by York Alliance Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    York, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Light of Life Rescue Mission

    Light of Life Rescue Mission

    North Side rescue mission providing meals, shelter and recovery programs. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    LightHouse Women & Children’s Center

    LightHouse Women & Children’s Center

    Hope Rescue Mission shelter for women and children experiencing homelessness. Supported by GT Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Reading, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    The Nest

    The Nest

    Children’s resale boutique on East Ohio Street serving local families; uses volunteers. Supported by Allegheny Center Alliance Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    New Hope Ministries

    New Hope Ministries

    Christian social service agency with food, housing and job help at several area centers. Supported by West Shore Free Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    New Life Center for Mothers and Children

    New Life Center for Mothers and Children

    Christian program helping mothers and children toward housing and stability, in Glen Rock. Supported by York Alliance Church.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    York, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    New Life English Language Classes (ESL)

    New Life English Language Classes (ESL)

    Church-run English classes for adults; volunteer teachers and helpers are welcome. Supported by New Life Presbyterian Church (Glenside).

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    New Life Food Cupboard

    New Life Food Cupboard

    Church-run food cupboard giving free groceries to Glenside-area residents and seniors. Supported by New Life Presbyterian Church (Glenside).

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    New Life Thrift Store

    New Life Thrift Store

    Thrift stores in Glenside and Cheltenham; volunteers sort and prepare donated goods. Supported by New Life Presbyterian Church (Glenside).

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    North Way Ministry Hub (East Liberty)

    North Way Ministry Hub (East Liberty)

    Church-run East Liberty hub with youth programs, support groups and outreach events. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Outreached Arms

    Outreached Arms

    Weekly downtown meals and essentials for people experiencing homelessness. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Pine Valley Camp

    Pine Valley Camp

    Christian summer camp in Ellwood City for children and teens; uses volunteers. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Pittsburgh Kids Foundation

    Pittsburgh Kids Foundation

    Christian youth camps and support for local youth leaders; also works in Haiti. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    PUMP Summer Camp

    PUMP Summer Camp

    Six-week summer day camp for grade 1 through high school at the church’s center. Supported by Chinese Christian Church and Center.

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    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Revelations of Freedom Ministries

    Revelations of Freedom Ministries

    Residential addiction recovery program for men in New Holland, with thrift stores. Supported by Worship Center.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Safe Families for Children Pittsburgh

    Safe Families for Children Pittsburgh

    Volunteer host families and family friends support parents in crisis. Supported by North Way Christian Community.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Water Street Mission

    Water Street Mission

    Lancaster rescue mission with shelter, meals, health clinics and residential programs. Supported by Worship Center.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Whosoever Gospel Mission

    Whosoever Gospel Mission

    Germantown rescue mission with shelter, meals, education and recovery help for men. Supported by New Life Presbyterian Church (Dresher).

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Young Life Montgomery County

    Young Life Montgomery County

    Local Young Life area running Christian outreach and clubs for teenagers. Supported by New Life Presbyterian Church (Dresher).

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Benevolence & relief

    Last verified October 7, 2026

Medical & public health

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    Choices Pregnancy Services

    Choices Pregnancy Services

    Faith-based pregnancy centers in Coraopolis, Monaca and Pittsburgh, plus mobile clinics. Supported by The Bible Chapel.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Medical & public health

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Katallasso Family Health Center

    Katallasso Family Health Center

    Faith-based medical and counseling care for uninsured York County residents. Supported by York Alliance Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    York, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Medical & public health

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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    Pregnancy Resource Clinic

    Pregnancy Resource Clinic

    Pregnancy resource clinic on South Pugh Street in State College, with a Lock Haven site. Supported by Park Forest Baptist Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    State College, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Medical & public health

    Last verified October 7, 2026

Orphan & foster care

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    Keystone Family Alliance

    Keystone Family Alliance

    Connects churches and volunteers with foster, adoptive and kinship families in PA. Supported by West Shore Free Church.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Orphan & foster care

    Last verified October 7, 2026

Prison & re-entry

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    Support for Prison Ministries (Lancaster County Prison)

    Support for Prison Ministries (Lancaster County Prison)

    Chaplaincy, Bible study and mentoring for people in Lancaster County Prison. Supported by Worship Center.

    Time
    Ongoing
    Where
    Lancaster, Pennsylvania, United States
    Area
    Prison & re-entry

    Last verified October 7, 2026

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