The Welcome Home Project

Our Mission

We help neighbors move from crisis to stability through rapid assistance, housing navigation, and community connections—promoting dignity, independence, and belonging for all.

Emergency Support

Small, fast grants toward rent, utilities, or essential needs to keep families safely housed.

Workshops & Coaching

Hands‑on clinics: tenant rights, budgeting, job readiness, and navigating local resources.

Housing Pathways

Landlord partnerships and case support for stable placements—aiming for long‑term success.

Programs

We focus on practical interventions that deliver visible outcomes for families in Berks County.

Emergency Housing Fund

Rapid micro‑grants for rent/utility gaps
Vendor‑paid assistance for accountability
Outcome tracking & follow‑up

Stability Workshops

Tenant rights & responsibilities
Budgeting & credit basics
Job readiness & referrals

Upcoming Fundraiser: Cigars & Second Chances

An elegant evening of cigars, cocktails, and community—every ticket fuels real help for local families.

Date: Saturday, October 25, 2025

Time: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM

Location: Legacy Cigar Lounge · 559 Penn Ave, Reading, PA

Supporter Ticket: $25 — Includes 1 cigar or 1 cocktail

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What to Expect

Premium cigars & handcrafted cocktails
Live music & good vibes
Community connection & impact

Free entry for all; Supporter Ticket includes your choice of one cigar or one cocktail.

Get Involved

Your support goes directly toward keeping families safely housed and on a path to stability.

Donate

One‑time or monthly gifts help us respond quickly when a neighbor is in crisis.

Donate Now

Prefer a check? Mail to: The Welcome Home Project, 706 Franklin St, Reading, PA 19602

Volunteer

Greeters, workshop helpers, drivers, and more. Tell us how you’d like to help.

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In‑Kind Support

Gift cards, hygiene kits (toothpaste, deodorant, soap), bedding, and local service vouchers.

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Sponsorships

Partner with us to deliver immediate, measurable impact for local families.

Community Ally — $250

Logo on event page
Social media shoutout
2 Supporter Tickets

Neighborhood Builder — $500

All Ally benefits
Logo on signage
4 Supporter Tickets

Housing Champion — $1,000

All Builder benefits
Stage mention at event
6 Supporter Tickets

Have a custom idea? We love creative partnerships. Get in touch.

Contact Us

We do our best to respond within 1–2 business days.