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For America’s future, or just the wealthy? Another cruel Trump budget
This budget would push millions of Americans into or deeper into poverty, making life harder in every way possible for people already on the brink.
Did Pres. Obama’s 2015 State of the Union say enough about poverty?
President Obama made some pretty bold statements in his speech last night. He proposed a number of policies that if passed would go far to help alleviate poverty and economic […]
What is the true poverty rate in America?
Will the real poverty rate please stand up? The standard figure – 15% – is now being recognized as only a snapshot of a moment in time and not a […]
Fast food worker protests go worldwide in historic day of action
On May 15th, Just Harvest joined protesters in Pittsburgh in demanding a living wage and the right to unionize for fast food workers. These protests were part of a day […]
Poverty’s effect on the brain
Poverty alters the brain, and in ways you may not have realized. New research paints a picture of a day in the life of someone in need. No matter your […]
Pittsburgh fast food workers join nationwide protest to raise the minimum wage
Big Macs are yummy. Whoppers are too. And even better, they don’t stretch the wallet. But those low prices are coming at a high cost – $7 billion. That’s the […]
“Inequality for All” screening and discussion
In collaboration with CMU, Make It Our UPMC is sponsoring a free showing of political economist and commentator Robert’s Reich’s new documentary “Inequality for All”.
Prior to the screening a reception will take place at 5:15pm, highlighting efforts in Pittsburgh to overcome inequality, with different organizations and campaigns, including Just Harvest, tabling to share information. The screening will be followed by a skype discussion with Robert Reich. The discussion will present issues of inequality and struggles to rebuild the middle class in this region.
For more on the event, including participating organizations, food, and parking, see this Inequality For All leaflet.
Pictures from our 25th Annual Harvest Celebration Dinner
Our 25th Anniversary Harvest Celebration Dinner was a great success! 400 supporters helped us raise over $28,000! This support will greatly aid our efforts to reduce barriers to public benefits, educate […]
