News stories

It’s that time of year when we think about the tax benefits of donations! With all these acronyms, it can be hard to know just what people are talking about.…

Our board members bring a wealth of knowledge and expertise to SHIM. They hail from different cultural backgrounds, life and professional experiences and offer diverse perspectives to our leadership team.…

Our SHIM family is made up of truly wonderful human beings. We are grateful for the kindness and generosity of both those we serve and those who serve alongside us.…

Netra Kafley, SHIM Fatherhood Program Coordinator Working at SHIM, I have the pleasure of meeting people from many cultural backgrounds. We enjoy learning from each other and sharing our traditions.…

Barbara joined the SHIM Board of Directors in 2021 amid the turmoil of the coronavirus pandemic. As an active congregant of Temple Emanuel, she was familiar with SHIM’s work and…

Moms in our Nurturing Parenting class learn so many important skills. From establishing routines to explaining consequences, these moms are committed to becoming the best parents they can be. While…

Originally from Buffalo, Tom moved to Pittsburgh when he graduated from college. He majored in labor relations and received a master’s degree from Cornell University before he was recruited by…

Our story of Enise’s journey to Pittsburgh continues with her introduction to SHIM programs. (Read PART 1 and PART 2 first.) The support Enise received at SHIM empowered her to…

We are thankful for our amazing volunteers, and today we want to highlight one of these dedicated individuals. Since joining SHIM’s volunteer team in 2013, Germaine has donated more than…

Our story of Enise’s journey to Pittsburgh continues with her introduction to SHIM programs. (If you missed part one, you can find it HERE.) “I was a little nervous but…