About Pauly Friedman: Pauly Friedman was a Board Member at Family Service Association of NEPA (FSA). She served as Board Chair from 1988 through 1990 and organized the first fundraiser for FSA in modern history. Pauly also formed the Friends Committee, the volunteering fundraising arm of FSA. The Walk/Run is in memory of Pauly and her commitment to families. Proceeds raised from this event will benefit PA 211 NE/Help Line, Pauly’s favorite program at FSA.
About PA 211 NE/Help Line: PA 211 NE/Help Line is a program run by Family Service Association of NEPA serving 17 counties as an information and referral service and first response point for crisis calls, available 24/7/365. While many calls in recent months have been COVID-19 related, we are also receiving calls for help with utility assistance, food banks, emergency housing, child abuse/neglect, mental health, substance abuse, victim services, aging services and volunteer opportunities. All calls are free and confidential. Last fiscal year, 211/Help Line handled 96,408 callers. To access 211/Help Line, simply dial 2-1-1, text your zip code to 898211.