Thanksgiving Greetings

This Thanksgiving, we, the staff of The Pittsburgh Project, want to extend our heartfelt gratitude for your steadfast support. As the Apostle Paul reminds us in 1 Thessalonians 5:18, "Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus." We are truly thankful for the role you play in bringing our purpose of sharing hope, empowering youth, and building community to life for children and families in Pittsburgh.

Because of you, our neighbors experience the warmth of a caring community and the hope of a brighter future. Thank you for believing in our mission and walking this journey with us.

Wishing you a joyful holiday, filled with love, surrounded by those that are near and dear to your heart.

With Appreciation,

The Pittsburgh Project Staff

Program Update

As part of the after-school program, young people are encouraged to be creative and explore new skills in the DreamLab. This makerspace gives students time to try new things and learn more about themselves and their unique interests in the process. 

One day, when one of our staff members was walking in the hallway, one of our sixth-grade students yelled out of the DreamLab and into the hallway: "Come see what I made!" She then proceeded to show off a beautiful wooden loom she had made and the tapestry she started weaving on it. We were all very excited about the project. Not only was she learning how to weave, she built the loom from scratch which helped her learn and practice woodworking skills. 

The DreamLab is a special place at The Pittsburgh Project, and young people of all ages enjoy the freedom to design and create. Research shows that when students engage in making, they exhibit higher levels of interest and engagement in the learning process. TPP is blessed to be able to include this type of hands on learning, which is made possible by faithful encouragement from our supporters. 

Check out what some of our students think of the DreamLab:

"I like going to the DreamLab because we get to make cool things that we can show off to our friends"

– Fifth Grade Student

"DreamLab and loom making is one of my favorite things to do at The Pittsburgh Project"

– Fifth Grade Student

"I love sewing pillows and making bows"

– Kindergarten Student

"I love all the different colors I can pick for my loom and trying new things"

–Third Grade Student

Giving Tuesday

Giving Tuesday is a national day of giving held on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving each year. The day encourages individuals to share the holiday spirit and give back to organizations doing good work in their communities. This day truly embodies the spirit of giving in Acts 20:35 - It is more blessed to give than to receive.



We are asking that you consider supporting The Pittsburgh Project this year on Giving Tuesday. Up to $10,000 of donations will be matched! You gift will help sustain our organization as we move into the winter months. See how your gift could be applied to help share hope, empower youth, and build community. 

$25 sends one student on a field trip

$50 helps purchase supplies for the garden program

$100 supports electives like chess, art, robotics, cooking, or music

$500 supports scholarships for program graduates

You can make a donation at any time before midnight on Tuesday, December 3rd, and have your gift matched! Visit our donation page by clicking HERE and write Giving Tuesday in the additional comments section. Donations can also be mailed to The Pittsburgh Project.

Holiday Discounts

TPP gear, including apparel, drinkware, hats, stickers, and more is available on our website! Proceeds from your purchase support our programs. Don’t forget to check out some of the great discounts available in the next two weeks!

Friday, November 29^th – Get 30% off everything in the store!

Monday December 2^nd through Friday, December 8^th – Get 25% of everything in the store and free shipping!

Activate these discounts by clicking the button at the top of the page while shopping. Use the Shop TPP Gear button below to see what is available.

Use the button below to learn about the different ways that you can support the important work being done at TPP.

Use the button below to visit our shop and stock up on your TPP apparel. Proceeds benefit our programs.