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Help for women that are victims of domestic violence and sexual abuse. Women’s Center and Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

An Easy Way to Help the Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

The Women’s Center & Shelter is in dire need of the following items:  Toothpaste Shampoo & Conditioner (including varieties for African American women) Lotion Deodorant   These basic necessities are used on a daily basis, so we are always in need. However, we cannot maintain our supply to meet the needs of our shelter residents. Please… Continue Reading

An Easy Way to Support the Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

Allstate is currently running a competition for the Allegheny County Domestic Violence Agencies. The agency that gets the most online votes wins a $15,000 donation to pursue their mission. Go to http://www.allstateyourchoicecharity.com, select ‘Pittsburgh, PA,’ then ‘Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh,‘ then ‘Vote.’ It’s that easy! You can vote every day! The contest ends… Continue Reading

History Behind Women’s Center & Shelter of Greater Pittsburgh

The Women’s Center & Shelter was established in 1973 as a haven for women to come together to escape the stresses of daily life. As a need was established for a safe place for women in an abusive relationship, the Women’s Center & Shelter quickly grew to become one of the first women’s shelters in… Continue Reading

Highmark Shop to Stop Domestic Violence

A great way to support the Women’s Center & Shelter is coming up: the Highmark Shop to Stop Domestic Violence event. The event will take place from 6:00 to 9:30 pm on November 2nd at the Galleria of Mt. Lebanon. The night will include great discounts for shopping plus free food, drinks and entertainment. The… Continue Reading

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