Chester County Poverty Simulation

Fri Oct 17 2025 at 10:00 am to 01:00 pm UTC-04:00

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd | Coatesville

United Way of Chester County
Publisher/HostUnited Way of Chester County
Chester County Poverty Simulation
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An immersive look at the hard choices families face—rent or food, medicine or bills—and how our community can respond.
About this Event

What would you do if you had to choose between paying rent, buying groceries, or filling a prescription?

For many families in Chester County, this is daily life. The Poverty Simulation is an interactive, eye-opening experience that allows you to step into the shoes of neighbors struggling to make ends meet.

During the simulation, you’ll take on the role of a community member living with limited resources and navigate real-life challenges—decisions about employment, healthcare, housing, and more. Afterward, you’ll join a guided reflection session (with light refreshments) to share insights, connect with others, and explore solutions that can make a difference.

This program is open to all: community members, educators, students, faith groups, service providers, and anyone who wants to better understand the realities of poverty and financial insecurity. Participants are encouraged to bring a dry food good or personal hygiene care product for Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd's pantry.

About the Co-Hosts

The Poverty Simulation is co-hosted by a collaboration of community organizations committed to addressing poverty in Chester County:

• Kennett Area Community Service (KACS)

• Greater Deliverance Development Outreach

• Chester County United Way

• Chester County Bridges Coalition

• The Alliance for Health Equity

• Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd

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Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd, 107 South 17th Avenue, Coatesville, United States

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