Lancaster County Homelessness Coalition

05/12/2026

🚴‍♂️🔥 We were proud to hit the track at this year’s United Way of Lancaster County, PA Trike Race! Out of 36 competing teams, our team came out strong by winning our first heat but fell short in round 2! 🏆

We’re grateful to have been part of such an energetic community event, where friendly competition, teamwork, and community spirit were on full display. Special thanks to Grace Mentzer and Kelly Haines from Bureau of Police Lancaster City, PA for joining the team.

Congratulations to Armstrong Ceiling Solutions on their first place win. We will be practicing for 2027.

05/04/2026

There’s still time to get your tickets for the May 20 CAP 2026 DVS Conference! Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of an important event.

05/01/2026

💙 Thank you to everyone who made our Spring CoC Meeting such a success yesterday!

We are incredibly grateful to the more than 40 agencies who joined us for our Spring Continuum of Care Meeting. The time and energy you bring to this work reflects a deep commitment to the people of Lancaster County and the strength of this coalition.

A special thank you to our partner spotlight Lancaster County Food Hub and the Lancaster County Workforce Development Board.

None of this happens without people who genuinely care and are committed to making a difference.

04/30/2026

2026 Point-in-Time Data Released for Lancaster County

The Lancaster County Homelessness Coalition has released the results of the 2026 Point-in-Time (PIT) Count—a snapshot of how many of our neighbors were experiencing homelessness on a single night in January.

This required annual count helps our community better understand the need, strengthen local services, and advocate for resources that support people on their path to stable housing.

💙 Behind every number is a person, a story, and a reminder that this work matters.
📄 Read the full report here:
https://lchra.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/INFO_PIT2026_LCHC.pdf

Together, we can continue building a community where everyone has a place to call home.

04/21/2026

Happening tomorrow! If you or someone you know is working toward a fresh start and stable housing, this session can help you better understand the options and resources available. This event is free and open to the public. Attendees are encouraged to bring any questions or relevant documentation. Register below 👇

03/31/2026

🎉 Congratulations to the 2026 Transitional Housing Grant Awardees! 🏡

We are excited to announce the recipients of our 2026 Transitional Housing Grant Program, funded through the Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) Fund.

The awardees are:

ECHOS – serving Northwest Lancaster County
REAL Life Community Services – serving Northeast Lancaster County
Lancaster County Behavioral Health and Developmental Service – serving households across the county

Together, these partners will expand access to safe, temporary housing and supportive services for individuals and families working toward long-term stability and independence. Their work strengthens our shared mission to make homelessness in Lancaster County rare, brief, and non-recurring.

We are grateful for their commitment and collaboration in advancing local housing solutions and supporting our community’s most vulnerable residents. 💙

03/31/2026

🎨Free and open to the public event! 🎟️

Stop by the opening reception of "What is Home?" — a powerful paired exhibition exploring homelessness, humanity, and belonging. ⬇️

This Friday, meet the artists behind a powerful new exhibit making its home at the Ware Center in April!

Through mixed media installations and intimate portraits, "What is Home?" by artists Willie Baronet and Leah den Bok challenges us to reconsider our assumptions about housing, belonging, and the human stories behind homelessness.

🗓️ Friday, April 3
🖼️ Opening reception 5-8 pm
🎙️ Artist Talk 6:30 pm

Presented in partnership with the Homeless Advocacy Board, the School of Social Work at Millersville University, Tenfold, the Lancaster County Homelessness Coalition, Anchor Lancaster, and Union Community Care.

02/21/2026

A Code Blue will be in effect for the duration of the Winter Storm Warning!

The Lancaster County Food Hub at 812 N. Queen St., Lancaster will be open Monday, 7AM - 5PM. Please use the entrance on Clay Street.

02/13/2026

In observance of Presidents Day, LCHRA offices will be closed on Monday, February 16.

We will resume normal business hours on Tuesday, February 17 at 7:30AM.

02/12/2026

Yesterday, the Office for the Homelessness Coalition Homeless Outreach & Emergency Shelter Coordinator, Josiah, proudly joined United Way of Lancaster County to celebrate — which focused on the work of PA 211 and the connections to services providers linking residents to the resources throughout Lancaster County.

Every call, text, and click to 211 represents someone reaching out for support — and they work to connect them to local resources. Whether it’s housing support, emergency shelter, food assistance, or other essential services. We’re honored to collaborate with partners who make sure no one has to navigate a crisis alone.

Thank you to United Way for shining a spotlight on this vital service and for your continued partnership in strengthening Lancaster County.

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