Friends Association
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How Housing Stability and Mental Health Are Connected: Friends Association’s Work in Chester County
Friends Association is now in its third century of service, helping vulnerable families across southeastern Pennsylvania with shelter services and compassionate community care. These days,…
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West Chester Mural In Jeopardy After Building Changes Hands
A well-known mural overlooking Chestnut Street in West Chester may be removed after a new owner took over what used to be the Friends Association’s…
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Friends Association Chief Operating Officer Robin Senss Named 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstar
Robin Senss, Chief Operating Officer of Friends Association, has been named a 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstar by VISTA Today. VISTA NextGen Superstars recognizes outstanding young…
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The 2026 Class of VISTA NextGen Superstars: Part 4 of 4
The search is complete — and VISTA Today is now unveiling its next class of standout young leaders. The 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars are a…
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Friends Association Receives $3.27M for New Emergency Housing
The Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) has awarded $3,270,000 to Friends Association for the creation of a new 10-unit non-congregate emergency housing facility…
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New Family Homeless Shelter Unveiled in West Chester
The Friends Association recently unveiled a new family shelter in West Chester, expanding low-barrier emergency housing options in Chester County, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. The…
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Ribbon Cutting Jan. 21 Celebrates Opening of New Friends Association Family Shelter
Friends Association will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Jan. 21 at 1 PM to celebrate the opening of its new family shelter and office…
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Friends Association Invites You to a Charity Ball – A Holiday in the Tropics
The Friends Association Charity Ball, “A Holiday in the Tropics”, brings an island twist to the holiday season on Saturday, Dec. 6, from 6:30 to…
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Successful Friends Association Eviction Prevention Program Ready to Expand
Sometimes, all it takes is a little knowledge and some legal muscle from experts to save your home and your family. That’s the philosophy behind…
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Tour These Chester County Murals that Showcase Community, History, and Values
Chester County has a lively and vibrant art scene. The county has many stunning murals that have a rich history and charming character, writes staff…
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LINKBANK Appoints Malvern Resident Joe Keefer as Senior Banking Officer in Delaware Valley Region
LINKBANK has appointed Joe Keefer as Senior Banking Officer in the Delaware Valley region. Keefer’s broad-based banking and leadership acumen makes him the ideal individual…
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Joyce Chester Named New CEO for Friends Association
Friends Association for Care and Protection of Children announced the appointment of Joyce Chester as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective Feb. 15. Joyce, formerly…
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CEO of CCOIC Pens Open Letter to Community About Resignation
Dear Friends of Chester County Opportunities Industrialization Center (CCOIC), It is with both sadness and gratitude that I announce that after 22 ½ years of…
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Get Your Tickets Now for the Friends Association West Chester Charity Ball
The Friends Association is hosting its 35th Annual West Chester Charity Ball on Saturday, Dec. 2, at the West Chester Golf and Country Club. Tickets…













































