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Burlington Stores Foundation Grant Empowers Families at Bell Family Shelter
Bell Family Shelter is honored to be named a recipient of a grant through the Burlington Stores Foundation. This special program offers Burlington Stores employees the opportunity to nominate organizations meaningful to them. This grant will directly support families as they rebuild their lives. Many families arrive at the shelter with few belongings and face […]
Grant Support Helps Families Rebuild at Bell Family Shelter
Thanks to the Homeward Bound: Housing Solutions for Homeless Families grant, funded by WellSpan Health, Bell Family Shelter can continue its mission of helping families find stability and hope. The grant runs until June 2026, providing critical funding for healthy food, rental assistance, moving expenses, and trauma-informed care for staff. For families experiencing homelessness, even […]
Welcoming David Chiaverini to Bell’s Board of Directors
Bell Socialization Services is thrilled to welcome David Chiaverini to our Board of Directors. David brings a wealth of professional experience, a strong sense of community, and a passion for creating opportunities for others. He has spent most of his career in the insurance industry as a commercial lines broker. In his role as a […]
From Part-Time to Full-Time Purpose
It is often the small steps we take that lead to our greatest journeys. What began as a part-time job grew into a lifelong career dedicated to mental health advocacy and empowering lives. Celebrating 18 years with Bell, Lori Leister, Assistant Director of Mental Health Services, has become an essential part of our heart and […]
Finding Yourself at Bell: Ashlyn’s Journey
Ashlyn, a Case Management Assistant with Next Door, is always on the move. Her energy and determination shine through in everything she does—whether she’s getting her steps in during her lunch break or supporting clients through life-changing moments. This year marks Ashlyn’s seventh anniversary with Bell. Though she stepped away briefly, she knew she would […]
Bridging the Gap: When Small Acts Change Everything
For many people, stability is built on simple, everyday things: a full tank of gas, groceries in the fridge, a place to call home, and bills paid on time, but when an unexpected setback disrupts that balance, especially later in life, the challenges that follow can quickly become overwhelming. Through the Bridging the Gap Grant, […]
