Yesterday evening, at Just Harvest’s office, something incredible happened: Department of Public Welfare caseworkers and clients came to a new understanding about their relationship and their shared struggles.
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Join Just Harvest in fighting for a better Department of Public Welfare!
Too many struggling Pennsylvanians cannot get the help they’re eligible for from the state’s Department of Public Welfare. We are working to press state officials for critical improvements in DPW […]
President Obama’s new budget would expand tax credits for low-income workers
President Obama’s annual budget, released earlier this month, includes a rare win for childless workers: an expansion of the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC).
VICTORY! Governor Corbett will block federal SNAP/food stamp cuts!
We are thrilled at the news that Governor Corbett has snatched victory from the jaws of defeat in a move that will keep food on the table for hundreds of […]
19th Annual Empty Bowls a great success!
Hundreds of people braved the snowstorm and made it out to the 19th Annual Empty Bowls at Rodef Shalom this past Sunday, March 2. Since its beginning, this yearly family-friendly […]
Food Security Partnership: Boosting access to food stamps, school breakfasts, summer food, and WIC
In Allegheny County there are hundreds of thousands of adults and children who are eligible for food assistance but not receiving it. The Food Security Partnership and its member organization […]
Halfway through the 2014 tax season!
We are now halfway through tax season! So far, Just Harvest’s free tax preparation service has helped nearly 1,200 people and returned almost $4 million to our clients.
Rose Mary: What this woman is ashamed of
“I never thought it would happen, and you wouldn’t think it to look at me, but I’m on food stamps. When I grocery shop I travel to a different neighborhood […]
February Policy Roundup: Farm Bill, State budget, and a progressive agenda for Pittsburgh
Here are the take-aways from the federal, state, and local policy issues we’re working on this month: the winners and losers in this month’s passing of the U.S. Farm Bill, […]
The 2014 Empty Bowls will have fun clay crafts!
Despite the seriousness of the cause, the Empty Bowls fundraiser to fight hunger has always been a family-friendly event. This year will be more fun than ever with opportunities for […]
