Contributed by Hannah Simerson, Times Leader Wilkes-Barre, PA — The city took a step toward alleviating the struggles of homelessness during Thursday night’s combined city council session. Council members unanimously approved the awarding of $109,500 in American Rescue Plan funds to Keystone Mission, a faith-based nonprofit. The...
Photo (left to right): Melanie Costanzo, KM Program Specialist; Ned Barrett, Volunteer; Jay Hansen, Volunteer; Daryl Widder, Volunteer; Francis Kennedy, Volunteer; Cathy Kennedy, Volunteer; Kathy Regan, Operations & Program Director for Wilkes-Barre Innovation Center Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA – To celebrate and commemorate National Volunteer Appreciation Week,...
Contributed by Taylor Whartnaby, FOX56 Scranton, PA - Homelessness continues to be a concern within many communities, and not just in big cities. Finding food, gaining work skills, or even a hobby when homeless can be a big challenge. Keystone Mission in Scranton has created “Seeds of Hope”,...
Scranton, PA – The Seeds of Hope Community Garden will soon extend across Keystone Mission facilities as a new in-house program for guests experiencing homelessness. The Seeds of Hope program is designed to facilitate the dual development of life and vocational skills. The initiative engages Center...
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre, PA – In celebration of the Easter season, Keystone Mission hosted two brunches for the homeless in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. Staff and volunteers served over 100 individuals across Northeast PA – 35 in Scranton and 70 in Wilkes-Barre. Guests and residents were served “restaurant-style” where staff...
Scranton, PA – Cooper’s Seafood House presented Keystone Mission with a check for $1,735 after a successful fundraiser with the restaurant. Through individual and business support, Keystone Mission was overwhelmed by the turnout of the fundraiser held at Cooper’s Restaurant in Scranton. “We are so grateful for...
What do I do when I see a homeless individual on the side of the road? Should I approach them? How can I help? These may be some questions you’ve asked yourself when you’ve seen someone on the side of the road holding up a cardboard...
Contributed by Jennifer Learn-Andes, Times Leader Several Luzerne County Council members visited Keystone Mission’s Innovation Center for Homeless and Poverty in Wilkes-Barre Monday as part of an ongoing tour of American Rescue Plan funding recipients. Located in the Thomas C. Thomas Building, 90 E Union St., the...
Scranton, PA – Beginning Monday March 4th, Cooper’s Seafood House in Scranton will have baskets lined up from local businesses to raise support for Keystone Mission. “So many businesses have been receptive - donating some beautiful baskets and prizes! We are thankful for this opportunity to...
The Deeper-Rooted Issues The image of homelessness is held in close relation with the face of addiction. Addiction, like any social issue, carries more complexities beneath the surface. Although addiction and homelessness can occur simultaneously, SAMHSA (The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration), records only 38%...
P.O. Box 470
Scranton, PA 18501
Phone: (570) 871–4795
EIN # 34–2042921
Keystone Mission is an award-winning, local faith-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization in Scranton and Wilkes-Barre. Our mission is to be a catalyst for the community, to provide help and hope to the homeless, hungry, and hurting people in Northeast PA.
