McKeesport Downtown Housing
$10,000 was recently awarded to ACTION-Housing who is acting as fiscal sponsor to support the Strength in Numbers’ (SIN) arts programming within the McKeesport Downtown Housing Low Barrier Shelter.
These funds will help establish a dedicated arts space, an arts curriculum, arts instructors, and supplies. SIN strengthens the ability of individuals experiencing displacement and hardship to access services such that individuals they serve can get a “hand-up” toward greater stability, and move toward thriving rather than just surviving.
Wood Street Commons
The second contribution of $15,000 was awarded to Community Human Services Corporation (CHS) to support the renovation of a new Community & Social Center located at Wood Street Commons and operated by CHS.
Wood Street Commons is a 259-room, single room occupancy facility spanning 10 floors of supportive housing. Safe, affordable housing and nutritious food are fundamental human rights, and CHS strives to make them accessible to all in Pittsburgh and surrounding areas.