ACTnow Created in 2010 in response to the growing needs of West Chester residents, ACT in Faith believes that by working together we can build a stronger community.

Reminder to sign up for a fun evening of Mahjong lessons! Visit our website for further details 🀄️
08/27/2026

Reminder to sign up for a fun evening of Mahjong lessons! Visit our website for further details 🀄️

Help us provide Grime Protection! 🧼🧻🧽 See our ways to help, or visit our website for more information!
08/25/2026

Help us provide Grime Protection! 🧼🧻🧽 See our ways to help, or visit our website for more information!

Don't miss out on what's happening at ACTnow this summer🌞 Press the link to subscribe to our monthly newsletter. As well...
08/19/2026

Don't miss out on what's happening at ACTnow this summer🌞 Press the link to subscribe to our monthly newsletter. As well as ways to fund a specific item monthly for our community cupboard and access to our Amazon wish list!

https://mailchi.mp/8859c66db0aa/summer-2026-part-1

Because of our gracious donors, ACTnow was able to assist 7 requests in ONE DAY! Thank you to all who support us!
08/18/2026

Because of our gracious donors, ACTnow was able to assist 7 requests in ONE DAY! Thank you to all who support us!

Mahjong, laughter, and giving back—it doesn’t get much better than that! 🀄💙We loved welcoming so many first-time and vet...
08/06/2026

Mahjong, laughter, and giving back—it doesn’t get much better than that! 🀄💙

We loved welcoming so many first-time and veteran players for an evening all in support of ACTnow. A special thank you to Stefanie Ott for sharing her expertise and making the game approachable for everyone.

Every tile played helped support ACTnow’s mission to connect our neighbors in need with existing support services and to fill gaps in services. Bringing people together over a shared experience can make a meaningful difference in our community!

The next Mahjong evening is Wednesday, September 23 - registration is open now at assistingnow.org!

07/10/2026

What does the pathway to permanent housing look like?

In 2025:
➡️1,047 households were referred to Street Outreach
➡️648 individuals across 486 households received emergency housing
➡️1,096 households were discussed during Case Conferencing by 101 staff members representing 33 providers
➡️382 individuals exited homelessness and moved into permanent housing

These numbers highlight the coordinated efforts happening every day across Chester County to connect people with housing, services, and support.

đź”— Learn more in the Chester County Department of Community Development's 2025 Year in Review, available at https://www.chesco.org/204/Community-Development

We can’t wait!!
07/10/2026

We can’t wait!!

07/09/2026

Real progress starts with a shared commitment to solutions.

✨Today's quote comes from the Chester County Commissioners, who reflect on the momentum that has been created through collaboration, data-driven decision making, and investments in housing stability.

Achieving Functional Zero is an important milestone, but it is also a reminder that lasting progress requires continued partnership and commitment.

Chester County Government

By working together, we change lives.
04/17/2026

By working together, we change lives.

Address

10 W. Barnard Street
West Chester, PA
19382

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 12pm
Tuesday 10am - 12pm
Wednesday 1pm - 3pm
Thursday 10am - 12pm

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+14843248492

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