Outreach - Center for Community Resources


With respect for the individual and with the highest professional standards, Outreach - Center for Community Resources, offers a variety of programs that promote family stability and economic self-sufficiency.

Hear from the father of four, Clarence Thomas, about his experience with Outreach.

Valuing Children Today for a Stronger Tomorrow

How can we ensure children grow into their full potential? It starts with building a strong foundation—one rooted in education, opportunity, and unwavering support for parents. By equipping families with the tools they need to thrive, we nurture not just individual success but resilient communities where every child can dream big and achieve more.

Thank you for your support and making Outreach programs possible. Together, we are creating a brighter future for children, parents, and the entire community.

About Us

For over 35 years, Outreach - Center for Community Resources has provided evidence-based programming to individuals and families throughout Northeastern Pennsylvania. Outreach operates two locations - the Seventh Avenue Center in Scranton, PA and a satellite office in downtown Wilkes-Barre, PA. Outreach engages over 5,000 individuals, of which 94.79% earn less than $25,000 annually and live below the Federal Poverty Line. 

Outreach offers a robust variety of programs and wraparound case management to help individuals and families achieve economic self-sufficiency and family stability. Outreach strives to help move families forward. 

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The average cost of school supplies is $100 per child
The average cost of school supplies is $100 per child

Outreach hosts a Children's Career Fair each summer, encouraging children to dream big about their future. During the event, children in attendance are provided with school supplies to prepare for the upcoming school year.

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$250 can help with a down payment on a car.
$250 can help with a down payment on a car.

The Outreach LEAD (Lead, Educate, and Develop) Center helps individuals remove barriers to economic self-sufficiency through workforce development training, GED preparation, financial literacy, and the Ways to Work car loan program.

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$150 provides a meal for one our support groups
$150 provides a meal for one our support groups

Outreach offers support groups for men and women. Additionally, Outreach offers a Fatherhood Group and Parent Cafes (a parent support group).

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The average cost of diapers per month for a newborn is between $80 and $100.
The average cost of diapers per month for a newborn is between $80 and $100.

Outreach serves numerous families with young children. In addition to the postpartum doula services, Outreach offers Parents as Teachers, SafeCare Augmented, and the Incredible Years.

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$75 can cover the cost of a GED Exam preparation book for 3 individuals
$75 can cover the cost of a GED Exam preparation book for 3 individuals

Outreach has a dedicated GED classroom at our Seventh Avenue Center in Scranton, PA. This resource allows participants to meet in groups or one-on-one with GED instructors to complete the necessary preparations for the GED exam. Outreach also partners with the Lackawanna County Prison to provide GED services to individuals while incarcerated.

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$40 per hour - the cost of postpartum doula services
$40 per hour - the cost of postpartum doula services

Outreach postpartum doulas visit the homes of families with newborns to provide support, education, and connections to outside resources.

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