Community Services of Venango County, Inc. (CSVC) is a full service social service agency that offers programs for the entire age span of birth/pregnancy through older adults.  CSVC works hand-in-hand with United Way of Venango County to provide vital services to to citizens of Venango County who are struggling to meet their health, education, and income needs.  CSVC provides basic needs services (food, clothing, and shelter) to over 3,000 citizens each quarter.  In addition, CSVC provides life skill programs, such as budgeting classes and food/menu prep.  

CSVC has been a partner with United Way of Venango County for over a decade.  Their mission is to provide Resources, Opportunities, and Hope for the families they serve.  The funds received from United Way of Venango County allow CSVC to work with families in achieving a self-sufficient, healthy lifestyle.  CSVC maintains two food pantries and clothing rooms, 8 income qualified apartments, and other resources to help families become self-sufficient.  The funding provided allows CSVC to put on these programs and make an impact in the community.  

When asked what the best part of being a partner agency with United Way, CSVC Executive Director, Mary Jeanne Gavin, said, "The best part is the networking with various agencies in the community and the assistance from our local United Way.  We work with each other to accomplish the goal of reducing poverty in our community and assisting families to become more self-sufficient."  Additionally, she mentions, "Our local United Way is always striving to assist partner agencies in meeting each agency goals.  The staff is amazing and they are helpful to our community and to the partner agencies."  

CSVC will be celebrating 50 years in 2017, which is a testament to the great work they are doing throughout Venango County.  The United Way of Venango County is happy to partner with CSVC and continue to provide the community with needed services.  To learn more about CSVC, please visit their website.