Berks Encore

40 N. 9th St., Reading

610.374.3195 | berksencore.org

Vision Resource Center of Berks County

2020 Hampden Blvd., Reading 610.375.8407 | vrcberks.org

For 90+ years we have called Berks home. The Vision Resource Center of Berks County offers support groups, educational and socialization programs, counseling sessions, transportation services, vision screenings and a workshop program. Whatever challenges you or your loved one may face with vision loss or blindness, we are here for you, your family and your caregivers. Visit our new low vision store specializing in devices to allow you to stay independent with your vision loss.

Habitat for Humanity of Berks County

5370 Allentown Pike, Temple

610.921.1315 | habitatberks.org

The Habitat for Humanity ReStore is filled with unique, hard-to-find items, both new and donated. All profits from the Berks ReStore help to support and strengthen our community through home ownership. You can donate your gently used items by visiting habitatberks.org to schedule a pick-up. Donations accepted Tues–Sat, 10am–4:30pm. Join us for the Birdhouse Challenge event on April 25 at 5:30pm at DoubleTree by Hilton Reading. All proceeds benefit Habitat Berks.

For more than 55 years, Berks Encore has been advocating and caring for seniors in Berks County. Whether we are delivering meals, providing exercise and education, or connecting them to resources to allow them to live independently, Berks Encore is here to support older adults. For Dorothy and many others like her, Berks Encore is here to make sure no senior is hungry and alone.

Opportunity House

430 N. 2nd St., Reading 610.374.4696 | opphouse.org

Be a hero to the needy children, families and single men and women we serve—safely. Donate gently used linens and clothing. Drop off a meal for our men, women and children. Help grow fresh food for them in our community garden. To donate or to volunteer, go to opphouse.org.

Berks Nature

575 St. Bernardine St., Reading 610.372.4992 | berksnature.org

Berks Nature is the leading agent for conservation and the environment in Berks County. In this role, we have protected more than 11,000 acres of land, manage 27 miles of trails, and operate Reading’s public nature center: The Nature Place. Through community stewardship projects, educational programming and private conservation easements we seek to protect, nurture and celebrate Berks County’s abundant natural resources.

Berks Connections Pretrial Services (BCPS)

19 N. 6th St., 4th Fl., Reading 484.260.3860 | berksconnections.org

BCPS provides individuals with justice system involvement the tools they need to lead stable, productive lives. The agency offers pretrial services and reentry programs focusing on workforce development, job readiness and financial literacy. BCPS also operates the Pardon Project of Berks County and works closely with second chance employers to help clients find gainful employment as they re-enter the community.

35 S. Dwight St., West Lawn 610.670.9960 | lcrb.org