Individuals and families have a greater opportunity to thrive when they have access to nutritious food, a safe place to live and supportive community resources. The need for essentials such as food, shelter and job opportunities are greater than ever in our region. Contacts to our PA 211 Southwest helpline requesting basic needs assistance rose by 16%, with many households seeking human services assistance for the first time.
Meeting Basic Needs
$3.2M
invested in programs that meet basic needs.
679,000
people assisted with basic needs.
Back on track with the right tools
Abiding Missions' No Neighbor in Need program helps individuals and families in Allentown, South Pittsburgh, meet their basic needs by providing access to food, stable housing, clothing, transportation and other essential household resources.
Advancing access: how Free Fare strengthened community connections
Pittsburgh Food Policy Council advances systems-level change through advocacy efforts that improve access to healthy food, transportation and community resources.
Ensuring access to nutrition during the summer months
Heritage Community Initiatives serves families within Allegheny County through their transportation, education and nutrition programs.
Heritage Community Initiatives
Innovative approach to building confidence
ASL is not a typical activity in a class on music production, but few things about Greater Hope Restoration Ministries can be described as typical.
Greater Hope Restoration Ministries
More than shelter: finding home.
From clothing and transportation to health care and more, HAVIN ensured Selena had the essentials to rebuild her life with dignity and confidence.
Helping All Victims in Need (HAVIN )
Get in Touch.
To learn more about how United Way funds organizations that meet basic needs, reach out to our Community Impact team to learn about our request for proposal process.