Pottstown
Pottstown Beacon of Hope
162 Walkers|33 Teams|21 Volunteers|1 Day Left
The Coldest Night of the Year is a winterrific family-friendly fundraising walk in support of local charities. Let’s change the tune for people experiencing hurt, hunger, and homelessness... because it’s cold out there. Join us on February 22, 2025 - team up, fundraise, and walk with us!
Event Day Details
Save the date - CNOY Day is February 22, 2025!
Start/Finish Google Map
YWCA Tri-County Area
301 King Street Pottstown PA 19464
Paid parking is available on the corner of King and Evans Street or Free Street Parking is available on King Street.
PAID PARKING INFORMATION
ParkMobile - Get the ParkMobile app at www.ParkMobile.us or call ParkMobile at 1-877-727-5714. For additional information, visit the Borough’s ParkMobile webpage.
Kiosks—Kiosks are available in Lots 1 and 2 and at four (4) locations on High Street. They accept cash, coins, and credit cards. Payments are linked to your vehicle license plate number; ParkMobile zone numbers do not apply. You may pay by your vehicle license plate at any kiosk and then park in any public lot or on High Street where paid parking is in effect.
Honor Boxes - Honor Boxes are available in Lots 3, 4, and 6. These accept coins and cash.
More about parking in Pottstown: www.pottstown.org/465/Parking
Local Details
Parking
330 King Street, Zone 96220
(King Street, between Charlotte & Evans Streets)
Schedule
- 4:00 pm: Meet Check-in
- 4:45 pm: Muster Gather for Opening Remarks
- 5:00 pm: Move Send-off
- 6:00 pm: Munch Light meal served
- 7:00 pm: Mosey Goodbye + see you in 2026!
Not able to join us in person at the Main Event? We hope you'll register, fundraise and walk offsite with friends and family.
Route Details
- Route Distances: Check out the maps below to see where we will be walking.
- Rest stop: Keep an eye out for opportunities to rest and refresh with yummy snacks along the route.
- Signage: Routes will be well-signed with our bold blue CNOY signs.
- Route Support: Route marshals, rest stop hosts, and support vehicle drivers provide support along the route.
- Children 12 and under must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at all times.
- No Pets: We love our little furballs like you do, but pets are not permitted at the Coldest Night of the Year except for approved and trained service animals. Read more about our pet policy >
Check-In
- All walkers participating at the Main Event on Saturday, February 22, 2025 must check-in upon arrival.
- Toques! Fundraising walkers who raise $150+ (or $75+ for those under 18) will receive a CNOY toque as a thank you on event day, while supplies last.
- Offsite fundraising walkers can contact their local event director to arrange toque pickup the week of the event.
Have questions? Visit the FAQ section!
Handling Money
- Credit Card: The Best Option! Simple, secure, automatically tax receipted for gifts of $20+. Visit the Donate page, share your personal page link, or have your donor call the CNOY Head Office.
- Checks: The Old Faithful - made out to Coldest Night of the Year with your name on the Memo line. Mail them to CNOY Head Office along with your completed pledge form.
- Cash: You have 2 options:
- 1. Login to FundHub, click “Enter $$ and Checks,” create pledges for your cash donations, pay them off with your personal credit card, and keep the cash. OR...
- 2. Write a check (made out to “Coldest Night of the Year”) for the total amount of cash you’ve collected. Mail it to the CNOY Head Office with your completed pledge sheet.
Waivers
All participants must register online and accept the electronic waiver.
- Adults accept the waiver automatically when they register online.
- Youth/Children under the age of majority need a waiver signed by their parent or guardian.
- An online form will be emailed to all parents/guardians before CNOY Day.
- You may also bring a filled-out printed waiver.
- Waivers will also be available at check-in on CNOY Day.
What to Bring
A few common sense suggestions:
- A cell phone for emergencies (recommended but not required)
- Good waterproof shoes/boots for walking
- Warm coat and mitts/gloves
- Extra snacks if you have allergies or food sensitivities
- Your own water bottle
- A passion for the charity you're walking and fundraising for!
About Pottstown Beacon of Hope
Pottstown Beacon of Hope builds trusting relationships with men and women experiencing homelessness while coordinating and facilitating the necessary resources to aid them in achieving personal growth, independent living, and permanent housing. We provide an atmosphere where hope, love and grace are our guiding principles.
We currently operate a rotating Warming Center in Pottstown at St. Paul’s UCC, First Presbyterian Church, St. James Lutheran, and Trinity Reformed UCC. Plans for a permanent 24/7 shelter in the Pottstown community are awaiting finalization.
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Community Sponsors
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2024 CNOY Photos
Special thanks to our many amazing volunteer photographers!
Contact Us
CNOY Pottstown 2025
Ashley Abbey Director of Development
Toll Free 1.877.743.3413 / Phone 519.603.2250
Email aabbey@pottstownbeaconofhope.org