It is the goal of the Alternative Community Resource Program to meet the complete needs of the child in a comprehensive approach. When a child develops he has basic needs including emotional, health, mental, social and the need to develop through play. In each of its 32 programs ACRP addresses the needs of children and carries them into, and sometimes through, adulthood.

Services Provided:
Outpatient Psychiatric Clinic, School Based Therapy, IBHS (Individual Services), Family Based Mental Health Services (FBMHS), Blended Case Management (BCM), Certified Peer Specialist / Certified Recovery Specialist / YaYa

Altoona Public Library is the largest library in the Blair and Bedford County area. For over 90 years, the Altoona Area Public Library has been serving our community.

The Amelia M. Sharer Foundation was created to carry on the memory of Amelia Sharer, following her brief battle and death from pediatric cancer. Nonprofit dedicated to helping uninsured children with EMS transportation – in honor of Amelia, who lost her battle with MRT in March 2019

The American Rescue Workers (ARW) is a church that operates a Christian nonprofit ministry that services low-income families in its community.
Our food pantry location is 811 Scotch Valley Road in Hollidaysburg.

Facilitate positive in-person interactions between children and first responders to overcome fears and create a positive relationship.

This church offers many fun activities, and resources to the community. They even have a tomb on their property.

The Alliance is a global movement of Jesus-followers who seek to carry the Hope of the Gospel to every corner of the world.

It began with one man breaking from the status quo to reach the lost and marginalized people of New York City with the gospel of Jesus Christ. It grew into an alliance of Christians seeking to make the gospel accessible those who need it most.

Today, more than 2,000 Alliance churches serve their communities across the United States while supporting international workers who minister worldwide to the least reached through planting churches, training national leaders, and providing assistance for relief, development, medical care and microenterprises.

The Bedford County Chamber of Commerce brings together nearly 600 local businesses and organizations with one shared mission, to encourage growth and prosperity across the region. Its members range from large manufacturers with a global reach to small, family-owned inns and shops. By uniting such a wide variety of industries and community leaders, the Chamber serves as a network of connection, knowledge, and opportunity for Bedford County.

The Bedford County Food Bank serves as the central office for all six Bedford County food pantries, providing information and assistance to anyone with questions about local pantry services.

Office hours are Tuesday through Thursday, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Monthly food distribution

Third Thursday of each month: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Third Friday of each month 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

We are part of a nationwide initiative, designed to meet the needs of hungry children at times when other resources are not available, like the weekends.

Food Pantry in Martinsburg, PA

Hours:
Tuesdays 11AM – ?
Wednesdays 5- 6:30PM

while supplies last

The Bedford County Library offers books, digital resources, and public services to residents across the county. In addition to lending, the library hosts events and programs that make it a welcoming place to learn, connect, and engage with the community.

Monday 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Tuesday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Wednesday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Thursday 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

Friday 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM

Saturday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Sunday CLOSED