Senior Centers in the East Suburbs and Westmoreland County
Addresses : Visit the website for all locations . Contact : alleghenycounty . us / Human-Services / Programs- Services / Older-Adults / Senior-Centers . aspx
The last few years have been hard on our senior centers , with a limited number of visitors and volunteers ( if any ) allowed in to ensure patients ’ safety . Many are still not able to relaunch their volunteer programs . Your monetary donation to a local center will assist elderly neighbors in the region this holiday season . Visit the website for locations and ways to donate .
New Year ’ s Resolutions That Count
Construction Junction ReGives Program for Nonprofits
Address : 214 North Lexington Street , Wilkinsburg Contact : cjreuse . org / outreach or 412.243.5025
Remember all that wood you bought for an unfinished project , or that hand-me-down antique table you never liked ? Make a New Year ’ s resolution to donate it to Construction Junction . Started in 2011 , the organization ’ s ReGives program provides support to local social service , environmental and art-focused nonprofits through the donation of building material and furniture . Visit the website for ways to donate or to volunteer .
Goodwill Retail Stores
Address : Visit the website for Monroeville , Murrysville , Greensburg and other east suburb locations . Contact : goodwillswpa . org or 412.481.9005
Make room for Santa ’ s stash by donating clothing , shoes , home goods , household appliances , and more to Goodwill . Your donation helps to create opportunities for individuals in your community looking to find a job and provides training for people with barriers to employment . Visit your local Goodwill or the website for more information .
The Habitat for Humanity ReStore
Address : 7402 Church Street , Swissvale Contact : pittsburghhabitat . org / restore or 412.244.7100
Need to get rid of gently used or new construction materials , appliances , furniture , or other home goods ? You can donate them to Habitat for Humanity and help a family in need this season . The goods are sold to the public at a deep discount and all proceeds from the sale of donations help place families in affordable shelter in the Greater Pittsburgh area . Visit the website for ways to donate , or to volunteer .
Make it Festive for Our Furry Friends
Heal Animal Rescue
Address : 216 Depot Street , Youngwood Contact : healanimalrescue . org or 724.925.2555
Make it a heartfelt holiday season by giving back to rescued animals ! Heal Animal Rescue is committed to the vision of a no-kill shelter and being a voice for those who cannot speak for themselves . Volunteer to walk dogs , clean cages or take care of the building . Adoption , monetary donations , and wish-list items are also great ways to help . Visit the website for more information .
Humane Animal Rescue of Pittsburgh Wildlife Rehabilitation Center
Address : 6000 Verona Road , Verona Contact : humaneanimalrescue . org / wildlife or 412.345.7300
Make a New Year ’ s resolution to help wild animals get a second chance at survival ! Humane Animal Rescue ’ s mission is to provide temporary shelter , food , medical attention , and comfort to all abandoned , neglected , and injured animals brought in by the community . Consider becoming an animal care volunteer , project volunteer , quality care volunteer , wildlife receptionist volunteer or event and education volunteer . Visit the website for age requirements along with other information . If you can ’ t volunteer , monetary donations are always greatly appreciated .
The Humane Society of Westmoreland County
Address : 139 Humane Society Road , Greensburg Contact : westmorelandhumanesociety . com / volunteer-program or 724.837.3779
Get the whole family involved by purchasing wish-list items as holiday gifts for sheltered animals in your area . The Humane Society of Westmoreland County is a full-service shelter that works daily to rescue and shelter animals . It also provides veterinary care to animals through low-cost veterinary services . There are so many ways to help this holiday season and all year long . Make a donation , purchase wish-list items , become a volunteer , or adopt a pet . Visit the website for more information .
White Oak Animal Safe Haven
Address : 2295 Lincoln Way , White Oak Contact : whiteoakanimalsafehaven . org or 412.672.8901
A great place to adopt a pet , make a donation , or volunteer with your child or teen ! White Oak Animal Safe Haven is a nonprofit no-kill shelter dedicated to providing a temporary residence for both dogs and cats until a permanent loving home can be found . Visit the website for volunteer regulations and other information . n
h Have an idea for a holiday or winter volunteer opportunity ? Email editors @ icmags . com to let us know .
GREENSBURG SALEM ❘ WINTER 2022 21