Friends Association

Friends Association Friends Association prevents homelessness for families facing housing insecurity.

Friends Association is a 200-year-old Chester County nonprofit focused on solutions to family homelessness. Every year, hundreds of families in the wealthiest county in Pennsylvania experience the trauma of homelessness. With a bold vision for change, Friends believes in the power of neighbors coming together to create a more equitable community for all. Friends’ innovative programs are focused in

four key areas: preventing homelessness, providing emergency shelter, partnering with families to support their stability, and promoting systemic change.

Happy Mother’s Day from our mothers at Friends! 💐Today we’re celebrating the strong, compassionate, and dedicated women ...
05/10/2026

Happy Mother’s Day from our mothers at Friends! 💐

Today we’re celebrating the strong, compassionate, and dedicated women who help make Friends a place of comfort and support for families in our community.

We’re so grateful for the mothers on our team and for all the love, strength, and compassion they bring to both their families and our community. 💐

Last week we had the honor of celebrating our own Robin Senss at the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars Awards Reception & Ce...
05/06/2026

Last week we had the honor of celebrating our own Robin Senss at the 2026 VISTA NextGen Superstars Awards Reception & Celebration! 🌟

Robin has been an exceptional member of the Friends Association team, helping expand our shelter program and strengthening support systems for families experiencing homelessness.

Congratulations to Robin on this well-deserved recognition! 👏

"There doesn't have to be such disparity. Nobody needs to be without a home in one of the richest counties in the countr...
05/01/2026

"There doesn't have to be such disparity. Nobody needs to be without a home in one of the richest counties in the country." - Joyce Chester, Friends Association CEO

Housing is a human right, not a privilege. Join us in building a community where everyone has a place to call home. 🤍

Please join us in welcoming our second newest board member: Idna Corbett! 🎉🎉Idna joined our board this past January, bri...
04/27/2026

Please join us in welcoming our second newest board member: Idna Corbett! 🎉🎉

Idna joined our board this past January, bringing with her a wealth of experience as a Higher Education Accreditation Consultant, offering both deep institutional knowledge and a fresh perspective that will continue to strengthen our mission. 🌟

We’re grateful to have her on board and excited for the impact she’ll make!

We’re excited to welcome Beth Plunkett to the Friends board! 🎉Beth joined us last week and brings a wealth of experience...
04/24/2026

We’re excited to welcome Beth Plunkett to the Friends board! 🎉

Beth joined us last week and brings a wealth of experience as Corporate Counsel from Latitude Legal. Her expertise and perspective will be invaluable as we continue to grow and deepen our impact.

Please join us in giving Beth a warm welcome. We’re so glad to have her with us! 💙

April is National Volunteer Month, and we’re especially grateful during National Volunteer Week for the people who show ...
04/21/2026

April is National Volunteer Month, and we’re especially grateful during National Volunteer Week for the people who show up for our community. 💙

Our volunteers make this work possible by offering their time, care, and compassion to support the families we serve. Thank you for being such an important part of Friends. 🌟

👉 For volunteer opportunities, email Karina Olmeda at [email protected]

We’re excited to share that a new family moved into our shelter last week! 💙Each new move-in is a step toward stability,...
04/19/2026

We’re excited to share that a new family moved into our shelter last week! 💙

Each new move-in is a step toward stability, safety, and a place to call home. Thank you to our supporters and donors for making this possible. 🌟

We were happy to host Pam Villagra, Executive Director of Foxwynd Foundation, at our office this morning!Foxwynd is a va...
04/14/2026

We were happy to host Pam Villagra, Executive Director of Foxwynd Foundation, at our office this morning!

Foxwynd is a valued supporter of our Eviction Prevention program, helping us provide critical resources and stability to families in our community. We’re grateful for their partnership!

We’re so grateful to Partners in Outreach for providing Easter baskets and new spring outfits for the children in our p...
04/10/2026

We’re so grateful to Partners in Outreach for providing Easter baskets and new spring outfits for the children in our programs. Thank you for helping make the season brighter for the families we serve. 🌸🌟

04/07/2026

In a region known for its murals, we were proud to have one that reflected our mission so clearly.

Inspired by the rich history of public art in Philadelphia, this mural told a story of home, hope, and community right here in West Chester.

While its future may be uncertain, what it represents is not.

Because the impact behind every brushstroke lives on in the families we serve and the community that makes this work possible. 💙

04/04/2026

Every family deserves a place to call home. 💙 Our new mission video highlights the impact of Friends Association and the stories behind the work we do every day to support families facing homelessness.

Take a few minutes to watch and be part of the change. 🌟

Address

825 Paoli Pike
West Chester, PA
19380

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+16104313598

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