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2023 Food Resources
Organizations around the Greater Pittsburgh area are providing food distributions and pantry resources to serve those needing assistance through December 2023.
2023 Holiday Toy Programs
The holidays can be a fun, joyful time for many. However, there are families in need of extra support. Here is a list of resources for those who are experiencing financial hardship and have trouble affording or cannot afford holiday toys this year.
Happening Now: Pennie 2024 Open Enrollment Period
The 2024 Open Enrollment Period for Pennie — Pennsylvania’s official health and dental insurance marketplace — is happening through January 15, 2024.
ELRC Region 5 Offering Free Developmental Screening November 17
ELRC Region 5 is offering developmental screenings at no cost to families.
Whole Home Repairs Program Application Period Open
Action Housing Inc. is providing funds for low-income homeowners in Allegheny County to make whole-home repairs to severely damaged households through the federal Whole-Home Repairs Program.
Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program Application Period Opens November 1
The application period for the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which helps low-income households pay some energy costs associated with heating their home, opened November 1, 2023.
Upcoming Enrollment Application Assistance for Families
The Homewood Early Learning Steering Committee (HELSC) and the Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) invite families to receive enrollment application assistance in November.
Free Winter Coats For Children
Families can visit the ELRC Region 5 main office and some Allegheny County Family Centers to receive winter coats for their families while supplies last.
ELRC Region 5 Offering Free Developmental Screenings in October
ELRC Region 5 is offering a series of developmental screenings at no cost to families.