News stories

Lately we’ve been hearing a lot about inflation. Thanks to supply chain issues and increased demand, many items are becoming more and more expensive. In the last 14 months, the cost of milk increased by 8%, while a carton of eggs grew by 30%. Overall costs for eggs, fish, poultry,…...

SHIM loves when neighbors of all ages help! At Family Volunteer Events, children and their parents learn about the important work SHIM does in the community. SHIM works hard to bring together diverse neighbors to build a community where everyone can thrive. By involving kids and their families in volunteer…...

SHIM is grateful for the many individual donors who provide 60% of SHIM’s revenue. Our recurring donors, who contribute monthly to ensure SHIM receives reliable income to provide essential services, have a lasting impact. We’d like to introduce one such donor, our friend Lisa Dvorin. “I feel grateful for all…...

This year, the teens in SHIM’s Youth Mentoring program decided to host a Thanksgiving celebration. Calling it “ThankSHIMing,” the high school students formed a planning committee and worked diligently for weeks to organize a special multicultural evening. Many of the students have been involved with SHIM’s youth programs since they…...

Paul Bildstein, beloved SHIM volunteer, passed away peacefully on September 9, 2021. As a dedicated pantry volunteer for the last 5 years, Paul unloaded trucks and sorted food in SHIM’s Bethel Park food pantry. He also used his computer and analytical skills to assist SHIM’s development efforts by cleaning, organizing,…...

Sally Quinn, Kidsburgh- School supplies are critical to school success. According to teachers involved with The Education Partnership, kids who are equipped with the proper learning tools show increased classroom participation, higher academic achievement and are more likely to complete homework assignments. In part, those results come from the sense…...

Tribune-Review- As local students gear up for the new school year, some of them are lacking … gear. South Hills Interfaith Movement is looking for donations to help provide kids in the South Hills with the school supplies they need to have a safe and successful school year, according to…...

The Almanac- Difficulties caused by the COVID-19 pandemic have put a greater focus on what the South Hills Interfaith Movement means for the community at large. “At SHIM, we saw more than 5,000 people turn to us for help for the very first time,” executive director Jim Guffey said. “People…...