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15 ways to receive (or donate) essential back-to-school supplies in Pittsburgh
Need to receive free school supplies in Pittsburgh or want to donate some? Here is your guide.
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11 groups ready to help Pittsburgh families, from learning hubs to child care subsidies
From mentoring and tutoring to free school supplies and aid, these Pittsburgh groups are here to help.
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10 organizations helping Pittsburgh kids get back to school
Whether kids are attending in-person classes or signing in online from home, they still need school supplies to get their work done.
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Boxes of Joy help salvage summer for Pittsburgh kids
“We’re providing kids with things that they need to make sure that their summer is fun and engaging.”
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All I want for Christmas: 25 Pittsburgh non-profits share their holiday wish lists
Shopping for these specific items can be a family project that helps kids to realize the importance of reaching out to others less fortunate.
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9 organizations helping Pittsburgh kids with back-to-school supplies
For many families, buying back-to-school supplies wreaks havoc on the budget.
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Need help with school supplies? These groups equip Pittsburgh kids for learning
“Back-to-school shopping is a regular, fun rite of passage at the end of each summer, but for some families in our community, this is a very stressful time of year.”
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Kids helping kids by “adopting” a school
Parents know school supplies are expensive, and most of the supplies stay at the school, which doesn’t help when it comes to doing homework. The “Adopt a School’ program through […]
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9 kid-friendly volunteer opportunities for Pittsburgh families
“To take this journey with my family means a lot, and has been an eye-opening, illuminating experience.”
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Back-to-school drives prepare Pittsburgh kids for learning with free supplies
“When kids start with the right tools, it does more than prepare them. It empowers them.”