Shenango Valley Urban League

The Shenango Valley Urban League is certified by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to provide comprehensive housing counseling in Western Pennsylvania. Funded by HUD, the Urban League provides services at no cost. The Homeless Assistance Program (HAP) provides one months rent to individuals facing eviction due to non-payment. The Housing department also provides discrimination services through the Shenango Valley Community Resource Board (CHRB). The purpose is to implement and monitor fair housing activities in the City of Sharon. The Urban League is certified by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency to serve as a consumer credit counseling agency under the states mortgage assistance program. In partnership with the Salvation Army, the Emergency Shelter Program assists individuals in need of emergency shelter due to being displaced by a fire or other unforeseen circumstances.