POTTSTOWN — Pottstown Beacon of Hope has been awarded a $50,000 grant from the Foxwynd Foundation.
This transformative grant will directly enhance the organization’s ability to provide essential resources for guests during the 2024-2025 winter warming season, while investing in advanced training for staff, furthering its mission to support individuals experiencing homelessness in need in the Pottstown area.
The Foxwynd Foundation shares Pottstown Beacon of Hope’s dedication to improving lives and spreading hope. With a mission to act as a lifeline for communities in need, the foundation focuses on key pillars of human dignity and potential, including healthcare, housing, and sustainable environmental initiatives.
“Foxwynd Foundation, alongside the Bentley family, is proud to support Pottstown Beacon of Hope in its efforts to provide critical resources and compassionate care to those experiencing homelessness. This partnership embodies our shared commitment to uplifting communities and fostering
meaningful change.” said Pamela Villagra, Executive Director, Foxwynd Foundation.
“We are deeply grateful to the Foxwynd Foundation for their generous support,” said Ashley Abbey, Director of Development at Pottstown Beacon of Hope. “This grant will provide often forgotten essentials such as transportation, documentation renewals and enhanced training for our staff, to strengthen our ability to offer compassionate and effective support.”
The funding will be used to supply guests with necessities, ensuring that individuals can access the basics needed to build stability. Additionally, the investment in staff training will empower team members to address complex challenges with increased knowledge and skill, fostering an environment of holistic care and long-term impact.
This partnership with the Foxwynd Foundation marks a significant step forward in addressing pressing local needs while building resilience and opportunity. For more information about Pottstown Beacon of Hope and its programs, please visit pottstownbeaconofhope.org.
Pottstown Beacon of Hope’s mission is based on hope, love, and grace and a willingness to come alongside Pottstown residents experiencing homelessness, by providing year-round emergency shelter and working together towards creating a better community for all.
The Foxwynd Foundation is a philanthropic organization committed to enhancing access to healthcare, housing, and sustainable environmental initiatives. By investing in programs that promote human dignity and potential, the foundation serves as a lifeline for communities in need, ensuring a brighter future for all.
