Elected officials and community advocates took part in a press conference today announcing the completion of the Poverty Report.
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Federal Government Shutdown Holds Hungry People Hostage
Just Harvest calls on Republican White House and Congressional officials to immediately re-open government so it can fulfill its critical functions.
Allegheny County officials, workers to Senator Toomey: End the Government Shutdown Now
Today, organizations and community members will join a protest at Senator Toomey’s downtown office to call upon him to end the partigal government shutdown.
Just Harvest, allies hosting Speak Out Against Public Charge
Just Harvest and allies are hosting a public event to oppose the Trump administration’s proposed change to the federal “public charge” immigration policy.
13.3 Percent of Households in Pennsylvania Struggle to Afford Enough Food
Despite an improving economy, 13.3% of Pa. households reported that they struggled to buy enough food during 2016–2017, according to a new report.
Community organizations throughout region respond to Janus decision
Pittsburgh United and One Pennsylvania issued a joint statement in response to the Supreme Court’s Janus vs. AFSCME decision. Just Harvest is a member of Pittsburgh United.
Port Authority Heeds Public, Makes Changes to BRT Plan
Their new plan and a revised federal grant application will better serve the Mon Valley. This victory comes after hundreds of riders, bus drivers, advocates, and a variety of stakeholders […]
Just Harvest hosts Big Hunger: Why Charity is Not the Answer
A Just Harvest and Pittsburgh Food Policy Council event about why the most popular solutions to hunger may not be the right ones.
Just Harvest hosts Taxathon in nationwide effort to help working people file tax returns
Free tax assistance helps low-income Allegheny County residents to maximize their refunds Pittsburgh, PA — On Saturday, February 10, Just Harvest and Repair the World Pittsburgh are hosting Pittsburgh’s first-ever Taxathon, […]
Just Harvest Calls on Port Authority to Uphold Equity in New Bus Rapid Transit Plan
The anti-hunger organization joins Pittsburghers for Public Transit, Mon Valley riders, stakeholders in speaking out against planned 61ABC bus route cuts, increased fares WHAT: Press conference and rally, then testimony […]
