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When the Centre Avenue YMCA (now Centre Avenue Housing) was being renovated in 2020, the project did not have enough funds to support the restoration of the historic gymnasium–an important …

We are excited to share some progress photos of Operation Better Block‘s James T. Givner Building project in Homewood! There is a fresh coat of paint on the upper section …

In a neighborhood that commands $2,100 a month for a market-rate one-bedroom apartment, we created 35 units of affordable housing with rents ranging from $260-$895. All rents are affordable to …

Today ACTION-Housing and our project partners gathered at the The Roberto Clemente Museum to celebrate the grand opening of Sixth Ward Flats, our newest affordable housing development located in Doughboy …

Last month, a few MyPlace clients were invited to participate in suit fittings provided by Craig’s Closet (part of the The Cameron Heyward Foundation.) Craig’s Closet provides high school boys …

Thousands of children in Pennsylvania’s foster care system are waiting to be adopted. In Pittsburgh, a woman who went through the system as a teenager is on a mission to …

To honor the cultural and historical significance of the Centre Avenue YMCA (now called Centre Avenue Housing) and its connection to Pittsburgh’s African American community, ACTION commissioned local artist, Njaimeh …

The weather was picture-perfect for this morning’s celebration of completing renovations to the Centre Avenue YMCA, now known as Centre Avenue Housing. Thank you to everyone who was able to …

Last week, a group of MyPlace clients and alumni had a night on the town! The evening began with a hearty meal at Primanti Brother’s in Market Square, followed by …