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Our services are based on the principle that empowering people with the education, training, resources and skills necessary to permanently leave poverty is far more beneficial than programs and services that help people cope in poverty. We provide a range of services that enable individuals and families to overcome barriers to self-sufficiency and allow them to achieve and maintain their independence. Whenever possible, families and individuals are asked to contribute a co-payment. Eligibility for our services is determined on a case-by-case basis in accordance with program guidelines.
Self-Sufficiency
Empowering motivated,
hard-working people with
the education, training, resources
and skills necessary
to achieve and maintain permanent
economic self-sufficiency is the cornerstone
of our service provision. Participants who
qualify for our self-sufficiency program work
with our skilled case management team to surpass
the following self-sufficiency benchmarks in
five years or less:
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Free of all housing, food and cash welfare
subsidies. -
Employment that pays a livable wage
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Health insurance for the entire family
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Safe affordable housing
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Balanced budget
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Checking and savings accounts
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Safe reliable transportation
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Reciprocity through community involvement
and volunteerism -
Relationships with supportive, resourceful
individuals and organizations
173 families in Bucks County have exceeded the above benchmarks and graduated from the program. Forty-seven graduates are homeowners.
Emergency and Preventative
Our emergency and preventative assistance
helps low-income individuals and families achieve
and maintain their independence. Eligibility for
assistance in the following categories is determined
by income on a case-by-case basis in accordance
with program guidelines:
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Rental - move-in, eviction prevention
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Utility - electric, water, sewer, gas, other
Whenever possible, families and individuals are asked to contribute a co-payment. Families and individuals seeking assistance with move-in expenses or eviction prevention should contact us with as much advance notice as possible.
Financial Education and Asset Development
Financial education and asset development services
help moderate and low-income people develop and acquire knowledge and financial
resources to prevent and overcome crisis.
Our matched savings and financial literacy programs
help moderate and low-income families
to responsibly save toward
specific professional, educational
and personal
goals.
Weatherization
Weatherization is a home energy conservation
service for low-income homeowners and renters
that can reduce annual energy costs by 15-
25% and increases safety, comfort and value.
Free Tax Preparation
Our free volunteer tax preparation service for moderate and low-income people, BUCK$ BACK, allows filers to avoid high-interest loan and preparation fees and helps them develop an asset base and strong saving habits.
Food Assistance
We provide food to low-income individuals and families We rely on an extensive network of twenty-nine food providers within Bucks County a pantries for hungry individuals and families in need throughout Bucks County.
Lower Bucks County Food Pantries and Providers
Central Bucks County Food Pantries and Providers
Upper Bucks County Food Pantries and Providers