Antoinette
"An environment that is quiet, peaceful, a place that I can call home"
Pam
"I'm a Pittsburgher, born and raised. I'm a single, middle-aged, white woman. And I struggled to find an affordable place to live."
Nakia
"My spouse and I work as customer service reps for Amazon. I am speaking out today as an advocate for affordable housing."
Thomas
"I'm a 71-year-old retired roofer from the West End. I want to share my personal story of homelessness."
Marnie & Greg
"Marnie and Greg are relieved to be in a place that can house them with their six children even though it’s temporary."
Mother & Father
"With the sounds of their happy, boisterous children in the background, Father and Mother sat together and reflected on their journey."
Autumn
"Autumn’s greatest motivation is her 3-year-old grandson and she’s determined to provide him a loving, faith-based upbringing."
Gabriella
"With her funds drained and without family or friends to help, Gabriella found herself with nowhere to live."
Andrea
"Andrea is excited about the opportunity to find stable, affordable housing through 500 in 500 and is on her way to achieving that goal. "
Eunice
"Eunice is ready to begin the next phase of her life. She’s ready for a job that fulfills her and a home where she can finally feel secure."
Sacha
"Sacha has not only found a potential home but has begun to heal and grow, surrounded by a supportive community."
Dilissa
"Dilissa’s life had been a rollercoaster of highs and lows, but in the fall of 2024, things began to turn around."
