Giving Back In Pine-Richland: Local Causes To Support This Season

Giving Tuesday is a global movement that encourages people to give back to their communities, typically through charitable donations, volunteer work or acts of kindness. It takes place annually on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving in the U.S., right after Black Friday and Cyber Monday. While it's celebrated widely, the real impact happens when we do good right at home by supporting local businesses, causes and organizations working to uplift our own communities.

We've rounded up a list of some great organizations, causes and initiatives in the Pine-Richland area. Please keep in mind, this is by no means an exhaustive list — just a starting point for discovering amazing local opportunities to give back, not only on Giving Tuesday but year-round! Be sure to contact each organization directly to find out about their hours or the best ways you can contribute.

Hosanna Industries

Hosanna Industries is a nonprofit serving Southwestern Pennsylvania, with a mission to provide critical home repairs, new construction and disaster relief at no cost to homeowners in need. The organization is dedicated to ensuring safe, secure housing and rebuilding hope in local communities through its "resurrection" program. Volunteers can get involved in construction projects, group mission trips, gardening and more, while sponsors and individual donors can provide monetary support for Hosanna’s work.

Learn more: hosannaindustries.org

Bethany Christian Services of Western Pennsylvania

For over 75 years, Bethany Christian Services of Western Pennsylvania has provided world-class social services to support children and families, helping them thrive both locally and globally. Volunteers can make a difference through opportunities such as co-sponsoring a refugee family, assisting with transportation, tutoring or helping prepare homes for new arrivals. Donations of items like gift cards, gently used furniture and essential goods are also needed, with options to support via an Amazon Wish List.

Learn more: bethany.org/locations/us/pennsylvania/western-pennsylvania

Ryan’s Wings

Ryan’s Wings is committed to supporting individuals in early recovery from substance abuse. The organization offers assistance for rent in sober living facilities, intensive outpatient programs (IOP) and medication co-pays for residents in Allegheny, Beaver, Butler, Fayette, Washington and Westmoreland counties. Volunteer opportunities are available for those who wish to help with events like the Bike Run and grant writing. All donations go directly toward helping those in need on their path to recovery.

Learn more: ryanswings.org/main

SAE Foundation

The SAE Foundation in Warrendale supports SAE International's award-winning PreK-12 STEM programs, Collegiate Design Series™ and STEM scholarships, which reach over 6 million students worldwide. Through programs like A World In Motion® (AWIM®), students connect classroom learning with real-world applications, developing essential skills for future careers. By donating or volunteering, you can help inspire the next generation of engineers and scientists and contribute to a future driven by STEM innovation.

Learn more: saefoundation.org

Highmark Caring Place

The Highmark Caring Place provides free peer support, education and resources for grieving children, adolescents and their families in Western and Central Pennsylvania. The organization relies on volunteers to provide comfort and support through peer groups and community outreach, helping families navigate their grief. Monetary donations, matched by Highmark Inc., help sustain these essential services and make a lasting impact on the lives of grieving families.

Learn more: highmarkcaringplace.com/cp2/index.shtml

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