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Summer Food Assistance Programs and Distribution Locations Available
Numerous organizations throughout Allegheny County are helping to feed children, as well as provide meals and groceries to local families, during the summer months.
Apply: Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) Waiting List
The Allegheny County Housing Authority will accept applications for the Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8) waiting list from Tuesday, July 12, through Thursday July 14.
FDA Authorizes COVID-19 Vaccine for Emergency Use for Children Six Months through Four Years
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the emergency use of the Pfizer-BioNTec and Moderna COVID-19 Vaccine for the prevention of COVID-19 to include children six months through four years of age.
CDA Program Available At No Cost to Eligible Professionals
ELRC Region 5’s quality partner Trying Together is offering a CDA program at no cost to eligible early childhood professionals in Pennsylvania.
2022 Keystone STARS Program Manual Now Available
The program manual provides information on the updates and edits made to the 2022 Keystone STARS Performance Standards.
Free Summer Camp Curriculum Available
The curriculum, Best Day Ever!, is designed by teachers for teachers. Lesson plans are available for preschool and school-age students.
New Text4FamilyServices Available for Head Start Professionals
The text messaging service is dedicated to supporting and enhancing the vital work of Head Start and Early Head Start family services professionals, supervisors, and other staff who work directly with families.
Expanded Food Assistance Eligibility for Families Facing Food Insecurity
More Pennsylvanians experiencing food insecurity are now eligible for support from Pennsylvania’s network of food banks and pantries.
Juneteenth Celebrations in the Pittsburgh Area
Several organizations in the Pittsburgh area are hosting Juneteenth celebrations this weekend.