Neighbors helping neighbors

SHIM’s mission is to mobilize community resources and implement sustainable programs that compassionately help our neighbors meet basic needs, achieve self-sufficiency and build community.

How can we help you?

Food & more

Food, clothing, and utility assistance.

You & your family

Support programs for children, families, and individuals.

Our community

Interfaith initiatives, community gardens and more.

Family Center Update

SHIM’s South Hills Family Center has relocated from 41 Macek Drive to 1400 Lebanon Church Road. Hear from our Director of Programs about the benefits of this transition in this article.

1400 Lebanon Church Rd, new family center

SHIM by the numbers:

SHIM helped 8,500+ individuals in 2024.
SHIM food pantries welcomed 870 new households in 2024.
SHIM food pantries benefitted 7,905 individuals in 2024.
Over 900 children receive food from SHIM pantries each month, and 200 receive over 5,000 diapers.
Last year 349 students benefited from SHIM’s Youth Programs.
SHIM provided over $71,146 in utility assistance through the Dollar Energy Fund to approximately 150 individuals last year.
Caring service coordinators helped 181 clients access $110,527 through essential programs related to financial hardship and housing stability.
309 volunteers powered SHIM programs, dedicating 15,302 hours in 2024.

Ways to help others

Join us to combat hunger and hopelessness with food, clothing, employment assistance, and a lift up to a better life.

Staff photo Oct 2024

Employment Opportunities

We are hiring!

If you love helping your neighbors and enjoy a good work-life balance, you’ll love being part of our team!

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