Inside Look: What to Expect from Our Free Medical Clinic
Water Street Health Services: Inside our free medical clinic
Sixteen Years Of Caring From The Heart
Carol and Susan are two of our most dedicated volunteers. They’ve been helping us sort clothing since we had a thrift store open to the public 16 years ago. “When we were open all those years, you really got to know the people in the community,” says Susan. At one point, soap was hard to […]
The Shopping Experience at Water Street’s Food Bank in Lancaster
https://youtu.be/j3nYTVowkNc Coming to a food bank can be a big step for many of our neighbors. Many in our Lancaster community face difficult decisions between paying rent and buying groceries, and it’s important for us to make sure everyone who’s visiting Water Street’s food bank in Lancaster feel comfortable as they shop for their families. Here’s […]
The 5 Most Needed Items at Water Street’s Food Bank in Lancaster This Season
https://youtu.be/vFFpQ1kK9ug This holiday season alone, we will serve nearly 27,000 meals to people experiencing homelessness. Additionally, we will give thousands of bags of groceries to our community members in need through our food bank in Lancaster. “We are excited to raise over 110,000 pounds of food this year, with all of your help,” says Kerry […]
Water Street Mission Calls on Community to Set a New Record: Rescue Mission Food Drive Goal is 110,000 lbs. of Food
Lancaster, PA (November 2023) – Water Street Mission is raising the bar and offering a challenge to the Lancaster County community as it kicks off one of its most important campaigns of the year. The goal of the 2023 annual food drive is a record-breaking 110,000 lbs. of non-perishable food. The Rescue Mission Food Drive […]
Teen Haven’s After-School Programs for Youth in Lancaster City, PA
https://youtu.be/t1faNHr8cDY Teen Haven is Water Street’s ministry for youth in Lancaster City. Our mission is to launch teens into a life of leadership and purpose. By providing a healthy community to thrive in, and mentoring them to become leaders in their city, churches, and schools, Teen Haven is building a better foundation for a brighter future. […]
Reverberate 2023: Photos
What a blessing it was so see individuals from all over Lancaster County come out for Reverberate 2023 in Long’s Park! Despite the heavy rainfall, we were able to simply gather to praise God and be in His presence together. A big thank you to our sponsors, worship bands, food trucks and every single one […]
5 Things to Know About Safety Measures at Water Street’s Family Emergency Shelter
Many of the women who come to us for help are mothers who have experienced various degrees of trauma. Whether from a difficult or unsafe environment or from the trauma of homelessness itself, the journey through our doors is not easy. At our family emergency shelter for moms and their children, our goal is to […]
Water Street Mission Hosts Reverberate, an Evening of Food, Worship, and Neighborly Love
Lancaster, PA (August 2023) – Water Street Mission and over 70 partner churches are encouraging Lancaster County residents to come together in fellowship. The 5th annual Reverberate will be held on Sunday, September 17, 2023. The event will feature food trucks and a night of worship at Long’s Park outdoor amphitheater. Rain or shine, the evening will […]
Where Can I Go if I Am Homeless in Lancaster, PA?
https://youtu.be/8V0U-hKGjl8 If you or someone you know has been evicted from their home and is currently experiencing homelessness in Lancaster, PA, there are resources available. The journey out of homelessness often begins with a hot meal and a safe place to sleep, and in Lancaster, there are a handful of shelters offering help for individuals […]