Early on in Aliquippa Impact’s history, we realized the primary importance of finding relationally focused solutions to community problems. This meant being committed to a visible street presence in our community. All of our staff and most of our volunteers are committed to spending at least five hours a week on the streets of our community – in the places where our youth and families live, work, and learn, and play.

By intentionally forming relationships in the community, we are able to listen to the stories and needs of our community so we can better be equipped to serve our community. We are committed to Aliquippa – not just through programs, but through friendship and healthy relationships. This street presence is at the heart of who we are as a grassroots organization. More important to us than successfully run programs are the healthy relationships of trust in the community that help make programs successful. On the streets, there is no demographic we do not engage in relationships. From grandmothers to the young men on the corner, we believe in bringing hope wherever people are found.