Beat the Heat! Norristown Hospitality Center is OPEN This Sunday & Monday! Montgomery County will be under a CODE RED HOT WEATHER EMERGENCY! But don't sweat it! The Norristown Hospitality Center is here to help. We're opening our doors to provide a cool and safe space for anyone seeking relief from the heat: Sunday: 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM Monday: 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Come on down and stay cool! Can you help? We're always in need of donations to keep our center running during these hot times. Consider donating water, cooling towel, or funds to help us continue serving our community. https://lnkd.in/e7HQqp6i #CodeRed #Heatwave #BeatTheHeat #Norristown #MontgomeryCounty #Community #DonationsNeeded
Norristown Hospitality Center
Non-profit Organizations
Norristown, Pennsylvania 278 followers
Basic needs and social services to empower those experiencing homelessness and poverty
About us
The Norristown Hospitality Center is a resource center for the low income, homeless, and needy of the Norristown area. We are the only food pantry in the area that provides breakfast 6 days a week. We also provide mailboxes which enables clients to receive mail at a safe and reliable address. We also offer other amenities such as a shower with toiletries and fresh towels each day, and a public phone and free copy/fax services. Licensed social workers and therapists assist by directing our clients to the appropriate resources and provide referrals. We believe in filling both the stomach and the spirit, and provide encouragement through an optional daily devotion as well. We are always looking for volunteers and donations. Visit our website, follow us on Facebook, and stop by the center for breakfast, devotion, and tour of our facility !
- Website
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http://www.hospitalitycenter.org
External link for Norristown Hospitality Center
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Norristown, Pennsylvania
- Type
- Nonprofit
Locations
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Primary
530 Church St
Norristown, Pennsylvania 19401, US
Employees at Norristown Hospitality Center
Updates
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Thank you to Municipality of Norristown Councilman Will McCoy! We were honored to have Councilman Will McCoy visit the Norristown Hospitality Center yesterday for a tour and discussion. We appreciate him taking the time to learn more about our work and brainstorm solutions to tackle homelessness and poverty in our community. Together, we can make a difference! #Norristown #EndHomelessness #CommunitySolutions
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Thank you to Municipality of Norristown Councilman Will McCoy! We were honored to have Councilman Will McCoy visit the Norristown Hospitality Center yesterday for a tour and discussion. We appreciate him taking the time to learn more about our work and brainstorm solutions to tackle homelessness and poverty in our community. Together, we can make a difference! #Norristown #EndHomelessness #CommunitySolutions
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Beat the Heat! Montgomery County Code Red Extended The Code Red Hot Weather Emergency has been extended through Wednesday, July 10th. But don't worry, the Norristown Hospitality Center is here to help! During this critical time, we're extending our service hours to ensure our most vulnerable neighbors – those experiencing homelessness and poverty – have a cool and safe place to stay. Here's how you can help: Donate water and Gatorade. Staying hydrated is crucial! Contribute cooling towels and insect repellent. Make a financial donation. Your support helps us provide essential services during extreme weather events. https://lnkd.in/e7HQqp6i Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference. Let's work together to keep our community safe this summer! The Hospitality Center is a small non-profit that relies on financial donations to continue to provide life saving care and social services to our neighbors. #CodeRed #Heatwave #MontgomeryCounty #NorristownHospitalityCenter #Community #Donate #StayHydrated #BeatTheHeat
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Need Legal Help? Free Clinic at Norristown Hospitality Center! ⚖️ Struggling with a legal issue but don't have the funds for a lawyer? The Norristown Hospitality Center, in partnership with Legal Aid of Southeastern Pennsylvania (LASP), is here to help! Join us for our FREE legal clinic on Thursday, July 11th from 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Our volunteer attorneys can offer legal advice on a variety of topics, including: Housing issues (evictions, repairs, etc.) Public benefits (SNAP, Medicaid, etc.) Family law Debt problems And more! Walk-ins are welcome, but space is limited. To reserve your spot, call the Norristown Hospitality Center at 610-277-1322 and ask for Clara. Don't wait! Get the legal help you deserve. Share this post and help someone in need! #Norristown #FreeLegalAid #LegalClinic #LASP #Community #JusticeForAll
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Find Refuge From the Heat! The Norristown Hospitality Center is Here to Help! Montgomery County Government has issued a CODE RED EMERGENCY due to dangerous heat. ☀️ Don't suffer in the heat! We're extending our hours to be a cool and safe space for everyone. Monday, July 8th: Open until 7:00 PM Tuesday, July 9th: Open from 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM Come on down and stay cool! Can you help? We rely on donations to keep our doors open during emergencies. Please consider making a contribution to support the Norristown Hospitality Center's Code Red Emergency Cooling Center: https://lnkd.in/e7HQqp6i #CodeRed #Heatwave #StayCool #Norristown #MontgomeryCounty #Community #nonprofit For more information from the county on their CODE RED plan, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e2eAHP_8
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Thanks to Alex George from Fox 29 Philadelphia, WTXF for highlighting the Norristown Hospitality Center's #CodeRed Emergency Cooling Shelter. Dozens found refuge from the heat there. Huge thanks to volunteers, Matt & John, for keeping guests comfortable & welcome. https://lnkd.in/eJD7pMyv
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We want to express our sincere gratitude to Sidney Williams for providing our guests with such an amazing lunch! Your generosity and thoughtfulness truly made a difference. We've heard nothing but rave reviews about how delicious the food was. It's moments like these that brighten the day for our guests and show them how much they are cared about by the community. Thank you again for your incredible contribution. We are so grateful for your support! #NorristownHospitality #CommunityLunch #Delicious #MakingADifference
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Thank you WHYY for your coverage of the Supreme Court ruling on sleeping outdoors. Check out their coverage here: In Norristown, officials have sought similar measures to clear encampments. In the past, some municipal officials have expressed a desire to bus unhoused people onto the Villanova University campus. Sunanda Charles, executive director of the Norristown Hospitality Center, said her “heart sank” when she heard the Supreme Court ruling. “The volume of the problem that we see every day, it’s so huge and now to add to that another complication, another barrier for people to get housed,” Charles said. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/exr_dZxx
How a Supreme Court ruling empowers Pa. towns — and threatens unhoused people
https://whyy.org
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Save your spot & get a discount! Early bird registration is OPEN for the Sole Harvest 5K/10K Run, 1-Mile Walk, & Community Event! On October 5th, lace up your shoes and get ready for a fun-filled day supporting the Norristown Hospitality Center and the work they do to help our neighbors who are experiencing homelessness. Here's what you get: A scenic course through Norristown Farm Park A chance to make a difference in your community A post-race celebration with food and activities Discounted registration price for early birds! Don't miss out! Sign up today: www.soleharvest5k.com #SoleHarvest #Norristown #RunWithAPurpose #EarlyBirdRegistration
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