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​Resources in Lycoming County for food, clothing, transportation, social services, and more

Suicide and Crisis Lifeline: call or text: 988 
To connect with trained counselors for emotional support. 
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​Wise Options 24/7 Crisis Hotline: call 800-326-8483, 570-323-8167
For victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes. 
To connect with trained counselors for emotional support. 

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Lycoming-Clinton County Crisis Intervention: call 1-844-707-3224, text #63288
Offers 24/7 mental health crisis services by phone, text, chat, or walk-in.
Walk in: 800 West 4th Street, Suite 104, Williamsport, PA

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American Rescue Workers
Food pantry, mobile food pantry, clothing, mens shelter, men's rehabilitation program, social services, worship services, thrift store, and more

For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-8401

Thrift store: 643 Elmira Street, Williamsport, PA + 333 Rose Street, Williamsport, PA
Social Services Center: 
337 Bridge Street Williamsport, PA  

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Family Promise of Lycoming County
Homeless shelter for families with children, plus a food bank and public clothing closet. 

For current information, services, and hours: 570-567-7103

320 Park Avenue, Williamsport, PA (Service Center)
familypromiselycoming.org 

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Favors Forward Foundation
Offering 5 programs to support Lycoming County residents facing hardship

favorsforward.net
[email protected]


Time, Talent, and Treasures Program, year-round
Our network team of over 200+ volunteers offer their time, talents, and treasures in numerous ways.

To apply, fill out the Get Help application under the Get Help tab above. 

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Partners to Promise Youth Initiative Program, year-round
Kids age 3-17 are awarded a one-year membership to a skill-building activity of their choice from one of our partners. Activities include music, dance, and art lessons, theatre and gymnastics classes, therapeutic horseback riding sessions, sports activities, camps and more!

To apply, fill out the Get Help application under the Get Help tab above. 
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Spring Clean Up Partnership Program, annually, one day in April
A team of Lycoming College students and community members volunteer helping residents in need with yard spring clean up tasks.

To apply, fill out the Get Help application under the Get Help tab above. 
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Adopt a Student Back to School Program, annually in August
Community members and businesses purchase school clothes and supplies for kids in need.

To apply, fill out the Get Help application under the Get Help tab above. 
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Adopt a Family for the Holidays Program, annually November-December
Community members and businesses purchase holidays gifts for children, adults, families, seniors, and veterans.

To apply, fill out the Resident application (to get help) or the Sponsor application (to be a sponsor) under the More tab above. 
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​Footprints of Montgomery

For current information, services, and hours: 570-547-1196
41 West Houston Avenue, Montgomery, PA
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Lycoming County United Way pa211
Resources for food, housing, transportation, social services, and more

For free and confidential help connect with pa211 today! 
Call 211 to speak with a resource specialist or visit pa211.org for more information.

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North Penn Legal Services
A nonprofit organization providing free civil legal aid to low-income residents in Lycoming County.
Services include issues related to housing, family law, and consumer protection.


For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-8741
877-953-4250 (Monday-Thursday)

25 West 3rd Street #400, Williamsport, PA 

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Lycoming County Joinder Programs
Connects residents with mental health, intellectual disabilities, and behavioral health services

For current information, services, and hours: 570-326-7895
33 W 3rd St, 4th Floor, Williamsport, PA 17701

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Lycoming County Crisis Intervention
Offers 24/7 mental health crisis services by phone, text, chat, or walk-in.

Crisis hotline: 1-844-707-3224
Text: #63288
Walk in: 800 West 4th Street, Suite 104, Williamsport, PA

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Lycoming County Assistance Office 
Cash assistance, SNAP (food stamps), medical assistance, Low Income Home Energy Assistance (LIHEAP).

For current information, services, and hours: 570-327-3300
400 Little League Blvd., Williamsport,
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Newberry Church of Christ
Operation Christmas Child, Shoebox ministry, backpack program, free clothing, community Thanksgiving dinner, expectations womans center, fresh express food give away, christian services camp


For current information, services, and hours: 570-326-0731
2101 Linn Street, Williamsport, PA

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Pine Street United Methodist Church

​For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-4604
441 Pine Street, Williamsport, PA
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Redeemer Lutheran Church
Daniel’s Closet: free clothing

For current information, services, and hours: 
570-322-2333
1101 Washington Blvd. Williamsport, PA
[email protected] 

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River Valley Transport
For public bus transportation, and transportation in a wheelchair in Williamsport, PA, you can use accessible public transit with River Valley Transit (RVT) and their paratransit service, RVT Plus. 

Medical Assistance Transportation Program (MATP) 

If you have Medical Assistance, you may be eligible for MATP, which provides rides to medical appointments through STEP, Inc.
Contact STEP, Inc. to apply for this program. When you apply, share any special accommodations needed such like wheelchair access.


For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-7575 / 570-326-0587
2138 Lincoln Street, Williamsport, PA
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​​River Valley Transit (RVT) + River Valley Transit Plus (RVT Plus) 

RVT: Providing safe, convenient, efficient, and affordable public bus transportation to residents of Lycoming County.

RVT Plus:This complementary paratransit service is for people with disabilities who cannot use the regular fixed-route buses. You must first be certified as ADA eligible to use this service. Contact River Valley Transit for information on the ADA eligibility certification process.

For current information, services, and hours: 
570-326-2500
ridervt.com

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STEP, Inc. (Lycoming-Clinton Counties Commission for Community Action)
A community action agency offering a wide range of services, including assistance with utilities, rent, and transportation

STEP Transportation is available to travel anywhere within six counties: Lycoming, Clinton, Centre, Union, Northumberland, Montour, plus pre-approved medical destination points in Wellsboro (Tioga County) and Dushore (Sullivan County).

For current information, services, and hours: 570-326-0587
2138 Lincoln Street, Williamsport, PA
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Salvation Army

For current information, services, and hours: 570-326-9187
57 Market Street, Williamsport, PA

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Project Breakthrough
To help participant families improve their economic self-sufficiency and family stability and break out of the cycle of poverty.
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Red Shield Community Garden
Empowering the Williamsport community by providing the opportunity to plant, grow, and harvest their own produce. Educating individuals and families about the value of gardening. Donating the abundance of vegetables to local non-profit entities in the community. 
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Programs for children and adults
The Friendship Club, Youth Music and Fun, Home League and Woman's Ministries
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Golden Agers Club
Held at 457 Market Street Williamsport, PA

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Emergency assistance 
Providing food, help with electric, gas, oil, or rent payment.  
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Disaster assistance
Our personnel are trained to meet all kinds of emergencies by providing food, shelter, clothing and spiritual comfort. 
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PA Working Wardrobe Program 
Provides clothing assistance to help individuals succeed in the workplace. 
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Christmas/Holiday Angel Tree Program
Provides toys and clothing for children in need from birth to 12 years old at Christmas.
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Christmas baskets
Providing food for a Christmas meal and more.
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Thrift store
Adult and children's clothing, household items, books, children's items at low prices.
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Camp Ladore, PA
The purpose of Salvation Army camping is to serve the needs of campers: physical, social and spiritual. 
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Sojourner Truth Ministries
Food pantry and meals, referrals to shelters and more. 


For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-1797
501 High Street, Williamsport, PA
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Son Light House
Food pantry, clothing and furniture.


For current information, services, and hours: 570-546-3585
130 Carpenter Street, Muncy, PA
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St Joseph the Worker Parish
Offering food, clothing, and more.


For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-9456
711 W Edwin Street, Williamsport, PA
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St. Marks Lutheran Church

For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-4619
​[email protected]

142 Market Street Williamsport, PA
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St. Paul-Calvary United Methodist Church

For current information, services, and hours: 570-322-5054
1427 Memorial Avenue, Williamsport, PA

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70.323.7575
Uber Health
If your healthcare provider participates with Uber Health, they can arrange a ride and delivery of your medications for you. Talk to your health care provider to learn more.

uberhealth.com

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United Churches, Lycoming
Emergency food assistance to qualifying households, bedding, hygiene items, medical transportation, and medical, dental and vision referral assistance. 


For current information, services, and hours: 570-322-6538
Food pantry: 570-322-1657 (appointment required)
202 East 3rd Street (Academy St. Entrance), Williamsport, PA


520 West Fourth Street, Williamsport, PA
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West Branch Drug & Alcohol
Serves individuals and families dealing with alcohol, tobacco, and other drug dependencies.

For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-8543 or 888-941-2721
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West End Christian Community Center
Loans of mobility equipment, meals, food, clothing, diapers, and more.

For current information, services, and hours: 570-323-6297
[email protected]
901 Diamond Street, Williamsport, PA



Moving Forward Program
Offering loans of mobility equipment such as canes, wheelchairs, crutches, raised potty chairs, wheel chairs, and more.
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SK Cafe (Soup Kitchen)
Providing lunch and hot coffee. Monetary donations are gladly accepted but not required.
During the growing season their garden provides the cafe kitchen with fresh produce.

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Community Cupboard 
Providing emergency food distribution.
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Clothes Closet & Thrift Shop
Gently used clothing and shoes for the entire family at reasonable prices.
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Diaper Program
Diapers are given out once per month (if available) to parents with babies. Babies must accompany parents at pick up.

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YWCA
Social services and boutique thrift store

For current information, services, and hours: 570-322-4637
815 West Fourth Street Williamsport, PA

Wise Options: 24/7 Crisis hotline for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and other crimes: 
800-326-8483 or 570-323-8167 

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YWCA Boutique

Previously-loved clothing, footwear and accessories for adults and children at low prices.
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Social services

- 24/7 Crisis hotline: 800-326-8483 or 570-323-8167 
- Assistance for Protection for Abuse Orders (PFAs) 
- Domestic survivor services
- Rapid Re-housing for individuals experiencing homelessness as a result of escaping violence.
- Custody Exchange Program: Promoting physical/emotional security of children/families for monitored custody exchanges.

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