South Hills Interfaith Movement Center Extensively Renovated

BETHEL PARK, PA — The South Hills Interfaith Movement Center plans a reopening ceremony on Oct. 15 following an extensive renovation.

The improvements to the center should make it easier to fulfill the 56-year-old organization's mission of providing food, clothing and services to people in need in Pittsburgh's southern suburban communities. The organization serves about 8,500 people annually.

“The completion of these renovations marks a significant step forward in our mission to better serve the South Hills community," said Jim Guffey, the organization's executive director.

"The upgraded center will enable us to enhance our programs and improve the overall experience for those we support. We are incredibly grateful to our community partners and donors, whose generosity has allowed us to transform our facility into a more accessible and functional space.”

A new 350-square-foot building addition now provides an accessible entrance and a 360-square-foot elevator tower provides access to both floors.

More than 7,200 square feet of space have been redesigned to improve functionality for both clients and staff. There now is a consolidated staff area, a more accessible support staff location. Also, enhancements to the food pantry and clothing shop.

Additionally, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing system upgrades have occurred.

The project also includes new lighting, a conference room, and a new lobby and reception area with an energy-efficient vestibule.

The renovations were made possible by a $370,000 Gaming Economic Development Tourism Fund grant, along with support from the Jefferson Regional Foundation, Eden Hall Foundation, Christ Church, Allegheny County Bar Foundation’s Attorneys Against Hunger and individual donors.