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Holistic Help Leads to Long-term Success
We help neighbors holistically, which often means connecting them to multiple programs within SHIM to help them meet their basic needs and find self-sufficiency. Lana (name changed to protect anonymity)…
Where Does All of the Food Come From?
Last year, we distributed 808,909 pounds of food to neighbors in need. That’s a lot of food, and we rely on multiple sources to keep our pantries stocked. Thanks to…
Let’s Destigmatize Food Insecurity
Molly Penderville, Basic Needs Director As SHIM’s basic needs director, I see firsthand the struggles families face putting food on the table. Since becoming an AmeriCorps member with SHIM in…
How are recent federal actions affecting SHIM?
We’ve received lots of questions about our funding sources, our work with refugee and immigrant neighbors, and how recent executive orders might impact our programming. While we don’t have all…
Family Center Director Amy Relates to Immigrants
As SHIM’s Family Center Director, I work closely with families from many different countries. My team and I help them to find resources and sign up for programs at SHIM,…
Mentoring Matters- Rick Helps Teens Thrive
At SHIM’s Youth Mentoring program, caring adults step in to guide students academically and socially, acting as role models and providing opportunities to which students may otherwise lack access. Our…
Meet Miranda- Helping Neighbors Give Meaningfully
Miranda joined SHIM in June as a Donor Relations Officer, bringing her expertise to support the development team. Since 2018, she has worked in operations and administrative roles within the…
It Takes a South Hills Village (but not the mall)
We understand that neighbors face a variety of issues, and sometimes it takes multiple agencies to help someone get back on their feet. At SHIM, we value our partnerships with…
What is philanthropy? Who is a philanthropist?
According to the Miriam Webster Dictionary, philanthropy is goodwill to fellow members of the human race. More specifically, it is an active effort to promote human welfare. The term…
Trauma Informed Care Helps Families Holistically
Loredana Marinescu, SHIM Lead Family Development Specialist In my fifteen years working at SHIM, I’ve learned a lot about people. As a family development specialist, I meet families from all…
