Stories

Many of the students who attend SHIM’s Youth Mentoring program are inspired to follow their dreams. One of these students is Florence. She came to SHIM in 8th grade after…

When we talk about neighbors helping neighbors, we really mean it! South Hills neighborhoods are home to a diverse population. With some of the most affluent neighborhoods in the region…

Did you know that SHIM’s 15 Community Gardens grew more than 15,000 pounds of produce for South Hills families last summer? While volunteers grow a variety of familiar vegetables, they…

SHIM provides an array of services to help South Hills residents achieve self-sufficiency. From basic needs programs such as Food Pantries, Community Clothing Closet, and Utility Assistance to Youth Programs…

Many say that being a parent is the most rewarding job in the world; however, that’s not to say that the role comes without challenges. SHIM’s Nurturing Parenting class helps…

Tired of watching Netflix and eager to help the community during the pandemic, incoming Mt. Lebanon High School freshman Ali Pellegrino and her mom, Paula, turned volunteering with SHIM into…

With a wealth of worldwide experience teaching children, SHIM is proud to introduce Diana Hunsberger, the lead teacher in our Early Childhood Program (ECP), which prepares local three- and four-year-olds…

Here at SHIM’s community gardens, we don’t just grow produce for families in need, we grow the exotic ingredients that enable refugee families to make their favorite meals. Check out…

While most learning happens in the classroom, what happens outside of the classroom can be just as important. Here at SHIM, our After School Program partners community volunteers with local…

As the Sunday evening sun shines away along McMurray Road in Upper St. Clair, the parishioners of St. Louise de Marillac are busy harvesting brightly colored vegetables for their South…