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Nov 3

Volunteer Newsletter - October

As Thanksgiving approaches and the spirit of giving fills the air, we're excited to bring you the latest updates from Habitat Pittsburgh.

Oct 3

Volunteer Newsletter – September

This September brought many exciting developments for Habitat Pittsburgh, and we’re excited to share them with you, our amazing supporters!

Sep 6

Volunteer Newsletter – August

In this August edition, we're excited to share updates on our Larimer Townhomes development, recount the impactful moments from recent...

Aug 4

Quarterly Newsletter - August

IN THIS ISSUE: Larimer Townhomes Update, Team Build Spotlight, New Habitat Homeowners, Youth Triathlon, and more!

Jun 21

PRESS RELEASE: Wesco Partners with Pittsburgh to Support Affordable Homeownership

PITTSBURGH, June 22, 2023 – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh (Habitat Pittsburgh) is pleased to announce a new partnership with...

Jun 1

Regional Land Banks: A Comparative Analysis and Path Forward

A comparative analysis of regional land banks, produced by Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh.

Jun 1

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat Pittsburgh sheds light on the benefits of effectively utilizing Land Banks

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh sheds light on the benefits of effectively utilizing Land Banks to curb...

Dec 29, 2022

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh announces New Board Chair

Habitat Pittsburgh Announces New Board Chair

Dec 12, 2022

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat Pittsburgh Advancing Black Homeownership

Breaking down barriers: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh joins national initiative to increase the number of Black homeowners...

Sep 23, 2022

Habitat Pittsburgh receives a $30K grant from Wells Fargo Bank to help build two homes in Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH, Pa. (September 23, 2022) – Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh (Habitat Pittsburgh) is one of more than 230 Habitat...

Mar 28, 2022

Media Feature: Local News Coverage of $2.5 Million Donation

Featured twice on KDKA News and Website: Featured on WTAE News:

Mar 23, 2022

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat Pittsburgh receives transformational $2.5 million gift from MacKenzie Scott

PITTSBURGH, Penn. (March 23, 2022) — Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh is pleased to announce it is the recipient of a major...

Oct 27, 2021

Howard Hanna Mortgage Services Donates $10,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE October 27, 2021 North Braddock Avenue in Homewood has been busy lately as Habitat for Humanity of Greater...

Sep 20, 2021

"[Dr. Slaughter] is a winner of the 2021 Fox Rothschild Outstanding CEOs and Top Executives award."

From the Pittsburgh Business Times By Ahmari Anthony – Editorial Intern, Pittsburgh Business Times Sep 16, 2021, 10:18am EDT The recent...

Oct 12, 2020

Dr. Slaughter on Western Pennsylvania Game Changers with Chris Hoke

"Tonight has been inspiring, enlightening and amazing to learn about Habitat. What you are doing at Habitat for Humanity is remarkable...

Oct 6, 2019

Media Feature: Habitat Pittsburgh President & CEO on WISH 99.7 FM

Dr. Howard B. Slaughter Jr., President & CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh, speaks with Chris Winter on Pittsburgh Focus,...

Oct 1, 2019

Wall Raising Photos and Media Coverage

Click on the links to read news coverage of Habitat Pittsburgh's recent wall raising in The Mon Valley Independent and The Tube City...

Sep 3, 2019

NEWS FEATURE: Neighborhood Allies

Where Are They Now? | Habitat For Humanity | Homewood Bennett Street Development July 30, 2019 8:48 am During the 2018 Catalytic Grant...

Jul 6, 2018

NEWS FEATURE: United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania

Why we should support our community’s veterans July 6, 2018 By Dr. Howard B. Slaughter, Jr., U.S. Navy Defense Intelligence Agency...

Apr 23, 2018

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh to Break Ground on Four-Home Development

Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh will hold a Press Conference and Groundbreaking at 6900 Bennett Street in Homewood on April...

Sep 12, 2017

PRESS RELEASE: Wells Fargo Donates $20,000 to Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh

PITTSBURGH - The quiet avenue of Ferndale has been busy lately, as Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh (Habitat Pittsburgh) builds...

Aug 23, 2017

PRESS RELEASE: Faith-Based Partners Announce Free Homeowner Repairs for Residents in Larimer

PITTSBURGH – Dr. Howard B. Slaughter, Jr., President and CEO of Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh and Dr. Donn S. Chapman,...

Jun 22, 2017

PRESS RELEASE: 17th Annual Kids Triathlon Series Benefits Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh

Young athletes from Southwestern Pennsylvania and beyond will soon compete in Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh’s 17th annual...

Mar 16, 2017

PRESS RELEASE: Partners Announce Homeownership Program for Low, Limited Income Families

PITTSBURGH – County Executive Rich Fitzgerald was joined today by Frank Aggazio, Executive Director of the Allegheny County Housing...

Nov 10, 2016

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat Pittsburgh and City to Announce New Veterans Homeownership Initiative

PITTSBURGH, PA (November 10, 2016) - The City of Pittsburgh, Urban Redevelopment Authority (URA) and Habitat for Humanity of Greater...

Oct 19, 2016

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh will open its ReStore at a new location

PITTSBURGH - Habitat for Humanity of Greater Pittsburgh will open its ReStore at a new location, 1913 Monongahela Ave, Pittsburgh, PA...

Aug 24, 2016

PRESS RELEASE: Habitat Pittsburgh to Dedicate East McKeesport Home to Local Family

PITTSBURGH - Autumn Coleman and her family are thrilled to be first-time homeowners: Autumn will receive the keys to her beautiful...