Eligibility

We serve families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in the Lancaster area. Families that we partner with benefit from a network of Christian faith volunteers, decreasing rental assistance, and intensive case management as they work to achieve long term stability.

Our program does not offer emergency housing or emergency rental or utility assistance.

If you are interested in our 12-24 month program, please review the eligibility criteria checklist below. If all six items are true for you, we invite you to complete the inquiry form. Our staff will respond within three business days.  If all six items are not true for you, please see the “List of additional resources” for other places you may be able to find help.

Bridge of Hope is right for you if…

Please know that we are not an emergency shelter and we do not provide emergency rental assistance. Resources for community shelters and agencies can be found below.

If Bridge of Hope is not available in your area or doesn’t meet your current needs, please reach out to your local 211 helpline to explore other support options.

If you have questions about the program, feel free to contact us.

Additional Local Resources

Water Street Mission

Good Samaritan Services

Manheim Community Life Group (Home on Ferdinand)

Lancaster County Food Hub

The Factory Ministries

Crossnet Ministries

Domestic Violence Services of Lancaster County

Non-discrimination Statement
Bridge of Hope serves families regardless of race, ethnicity, faith or life experiences. Bridge of Hope takes seriously the call to serve families without discrimination, extending compassion and grace without judgement to families facing homelessness. In Bridge of Hope, faith and church attendance are neither program requirements nor expectations.