by Patrick Smith, SHIM Donor Relations Officer I’m the new Development Relations Officer at SHIM and I have worked in nonprofit development and fundraising for nearly two decades. I’m originally from New Castle, PA, but currently live with my wife Christina on Mt. Washington, where I have lived for over…...
Feeding Families Takes a Community
By Kelly Pare, Philanthropy Stewardship Coordinator, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank relies on a vast community of supporters to provide our neighbors struggling to fill their plates with the food and resources they need to thrive. We serve to ensure no one has to go…...
Congratulations Grads! Now What?
With SHIM Youth Mentoring Graduates Preyanka and Anmol Last month, seniors graduated from high school, ready to start their young adult lives. We spoke with two students who attended SHIM’s Youth Mentoring program to hear their thoughts on what comes next. Preyanka came to Pittsburgh from Nepal in 2015. She…...
Youth Mentoring Student Arsita at the PA State Capitol
Check out this recent article published in Baldwin High School’s student newspaper written by Youth Mentoring student Arsita Khatiwada about her participation representing SHIM at the Pennsylvania State Capitol. “I was among nine students from Baldwin who traveled to the Pennsylvania State Capitol with over 100 students statewide on Wednesday…...
How Do We Do What We Do?
You may have asked yourself: how does SHIM fund the holistic programming that helps 8,500 neighbors here in the South Hills? Great question! You, our South Hills supporters, provide significant funds that power our programs. With an operating budget of $4,201,312, it’s incredible to see individuals contribute almost $1 million!…...
Gardening and Giving Back at SHIM
By Becky Henninger, SHIM Garden Coordinator Gardening is an amazing way to feel at peace with nature. As you tend to plants, you see tangible effects of your nurturing. Watching seedlings grow and bloom is incredibly satisfying. Especially if you are growing food, gardening can be immensely rewarding, as you…...
Guest Blog: Bringing Community Together
By Cristen Dando, Whitehall Public Library, Children’s Library Outreach Coordinator As the children’s outreach coordinator at Whitehall Public Library, I have the opportunity to meet neighbors of all ages, cultures, and life experiences. I value open-mindedness and love learning about the people in our community. Originally from Pennsylvania, I began…...
Letter from Executive Director Jim Urging Action
As you may have heard, Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) is proposing significant cuts and fare increases that will directly hurt the individuals and families we serve. During the public comment period, we have an opportunity to stand with our clients and speak out against these harmful proposals. Several of the…...
