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On Thursday, April 30, 2023, The Pottstown of Religious Communities hosted the annual Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk at Riverfront Park in Pottstown. Participants joined the 1-mile walk as individual walkers and created walk teams walk to raise awareness about local and global food insecurity as well as raise funds. The annual Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk is the heart and “sole” of Pottstown. It is the only event that brings together all members of our community — young and old, all faiths and walks of life for a common goal — to end hunger, one step at a time.

The Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk is a community-wide event sponsored by Church World Service and organized by the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities. The Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk supports the mission of the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities as twenty-five percent of funds raised will support local efforts to provide food security to those in need in the Pottstown area. The funds raised are administered by Church World Services and seventy-five percent is directed to international hunger.

More details and a full list of participants and teams can be found here: events.crophungerwalk.org/2023/event/pottstownpa

Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk raises money to provide food locally, internationally
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HELP END HUNGER ONE STEP AT A TIME IN POTTSTOWN, PA ON THURSDAY, APRIL 20, 2023!

Join the 1-mile walk as an individual walker, create your own team, or join an existing team!

HELP US END HUNGER ONE STEP AT A TIME IN POTTSTOWN
Together we can make a local and global difference!

The 2023 Pottstown CROP Hunger Details:

Thursday, April 20, 2023 from 5PM to 6PM at Riverfront Park for a 1-mile walk.
Registration is FREE! All participants who raise $25 or more will receive a t-shirt!

Why Join and Why Support? The Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk is the heart and “sole” of Pottstown. It is the only event that brings together all members of our community — young and old, all faiths and walks of life for a common goal — to end hunger, one step at a time! We invite you to walk to help end hunger one step at a time both locally and globally. The Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk supports the mission of the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities and efforts to provide food security to those in need in the greater Pottstown area. A portion of the funds raised here in Pottstown will support the work of the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities.

About CROP Hunger Walk: The Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk is a community-wide event sponsored by Church World Service and organized by the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities. The Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk supports the mission of the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities as twenty-five percent of funds raised will support local efforts to provide food security to those in need in the Pottstown area. The funds raised are administered by Church World Services and seventy-five percent is directed to international hunger.

Let’s get social!

Help spread the word by sharing: pottstowncluster.org/pottstowncrophungerwalk2023

Use #PottstownCROPHungerWalk2023 and tag us @Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities when sharing or talking about the Pottstown CROP Hunger Walk on social media!

Take the first step here!

Register as a walker or create your own team 

Can’t walk this year? You can support with a secure online donation!

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Looking for employment resources and support? Schedule your Careerlink appointment today for Thursday, April 13, 2023.

 

 

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Looking for employment resources and support? Schedule your  Careerlink appointment for this Thursday, January 12.

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Join us online at here: pottstowncluster.org/virtualevent2022 at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 6 for our biggest annual fundraising event! Everyone is invited to tune into this free annual event, which will include opportunities to financially support our mission of providing food security, housing stability, and supportive services and education in our community as well as a behind the scenes look at the impact your support is having on our work and in the lives of those we serve.

We will be premiering our 25-minute video on our website at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 6, 2022. You can join us online, and we will have several watch parties in the greater Pottstown area for people to watch together in small groups. If you would like to attend out watch party located at our Outreach Center at 57 N. Franklin Street in Pottstown, please RSVP to Anissa at ajones@pottstowncluster.org. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m.

All donations support us in the Amazing Raise giving challenge!

2022 Virtual Event Watch Party

A great way to help us spread the word about our work is to consider hosting a watch party during our virtual event!

We will be premiering our 25-minute video on our website at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, October 6, 2022. You can join us online, and we will have several watch parties in the greater Pottstown area for people to watch together in small groups.

Would you like to host a watch party?

We will provide individually-packed appetizers for you and your guests so you only have to provide beverages and decide who to invite. If you want to host one, or if you would like to join one, please reach-out to Jacqui Good at 610-970-5995 or jgood@pottstowncluster.org.

What is a Watch Party?
A watch party is a small gathering of people. Prior to the 7 p.m. start time of our virtual event, we invite you to gather with friends, family or colleagues to watch the event together! You can either setup your TV to stream the virtual event or you can connect your laptop to your TV.

Why Host a Watch Party?
A watch party is a great opportunity to share your passion for the Pottstown Cluster! As a group, you can make a positive difference in the lives of your neighbors in need. 

Don’t forget about the “PARTY” part of a WATCH PARTY!
Here’s your chance to have some fun and get creative!  You can select a theme, offer fun appetizers, and even play games!

Join our community of support by clicking on “PLAY” on Thursday, October 6, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. Until then, please take a look at our 2021 video below. Thank you for being part of our community. We are grateful for you.

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Join us online for a virtual celebration on Thursday, October 7 from  7 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

Event Link:
pottstowncluster.org/virtualevent2021

Due to the pandemic, the Pottstown Cluster has made the decision to move our biggest annual fundraising event online. Everyone is invited to tune into this free annual event, which will include a opportunities to financially support our mission of providing food security and housing stability in our community as well as a behind the scenes look at the impact your support is having on our work and in the lives of those we serve.

 

A great way to help us spread the word about our work is to consider hosting a watch party!

What is a Watch Party?
A watch party is a small gathering of people either at your home or via Zoom. Prior to the 7 p.m. start time of our virtual event, we invite you to gather with friends, family or colleagues to watch the event together! You can either setup your TV to stream the virtual event or you can connect your laptop to your TV.

Why Host a Watch Party?
A watch party is a great opportunity to share your passion for the Pottstown Cluster! As a group, you can make a positive difference in the lives of your neighbors in need. 

Don’t forget about the “PARTY” part of a WATCH PARTY!
Here’s your chance to have some fun and get creative!  You can select a theme, offer fun appetizers, and even play games!

 

DONATE

Your valuable support makes a difference in contributing to the general operating expenses of the Pottstown Cluster. Your donation will help assure the fundraising success of this annual event that supports our services throughout the year, and will be especially important with the absence of ticket sales.

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Our staff, board, volunteers, and community are getting ready to come together on Wednesday, July 14 for an outdoor Red, White, and Blue Anniversary Ice Cream Social! All are welcome to join us to celebrate ten years at our Outreach Center with a treat on Wednesday, July 14 from 2 PM to 5 PM.

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The Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities participates in the Community Connection Project (CCP) as a Community Service Partner to Pottstown Hospital – Tower Health. The CCP is an Accountable Health Communities Model funded by the Center for Medicare and Medicaid Innovation. The project works to screen Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries’ and connect individuals to local resources, such as the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities for any food related needs.

This project is supported by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) as part of a financial assistance award totaling $4.5M with 100 percent funded by CMS/HHS. The contents are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily represent the official views of, nor an endorsement, by CMS/HHS, or the U.S. Government.

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On Friday, February 26, 2021,  the Pottstown Cluster of Religious Communities celebrated Victoria Bumstead’s retirement from the Pottstown Cluster. Vicki has been a Pottstown Cluster employee since October 2010. She served initially as the Clothes Closet and Volunteer Coordinator and eventually took over the role of Outreach Center Director, managing the Food Services Programs. Under her leadership, the food service programs have grown and the Pottstown Cluster’s presence as a collaborative food provider in the region has been increasingly known. During her tenure, the Pottstown Cluster became the first ReDistribution Organization in Montgomery County; she converted the pantry’s database to SmartChoice, resulting in establishing an online inventory system for food services and an online ordering system for client food access; and has developed a food delivery system, offering better service to those requiring food assistance. Her commitment to the Pottstown Cluster and the food system in the region has been tremendous and will be greatly missed. All of us at the Pottstown Cluster are excited for her retirement and the next chapter of her story. 
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