June 27, 1973: Determined to Help the Less Fortunate, Jo Guerre-Chaley Initiates Boyertown Area Multi-Service

June 27, 1973: The Boyertown Area Multi-Service began today with two rented rooms, a second-hand desk, a telephone, $13,000, a totally dedicated staff of one, Jo Guerre-Chaley, and a vision of bringing a variety of agencies to Boyertown to serve the community.

From its first office in the Community Center on West Philadelphia Avenue, Multi-Service has grown exponentially and far exceeded anyone’s wildest dreams. The secret of its success has always been that it responds to the needs of the community in so many ways, providing numerous services.

It was recognized for its vital work in 1985 when it received the Governor’s Keystone Awards for Outstanding Volunteer Service and dedication to the needs of the community. Mrs. Guerre-Chaley was named the 1986 Boyertown Citizen of the Year for her leadership in developing the Boyertown Area Multi-Service into what it is today.

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