Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania  ·  Est. 2022

Lifting
Families
Higher.

Pittsburgh Higher Ground Foundation Inc. empowers and uplifts families in marginalized communities by providing essential resources and promoting education — where every family has the opportunity to thrive with dignity and respect.

Youth at Pittsburgh Higher Ground
Pittsburgh Higher Ground community
501c3
Registered Nonprofit
Our Mission

At the Pittsburgh Higher Ground Foundation, our mission is to empower and uplift families in marginalized communities by providing essential resources and promoting education — creating a supportive environment where every family has the opportunity to thrive with dignity and respect.

Serving Pittsburgh since 2022  ·  501(c)(3) Nonprofit  ·  4 Programs  ·  6 Board Members
Who We Are

A Foundation Built on Faith & Purpose

Pittsburgh Higher Ground Foundation Inc. is the community-impact arm of Pittsburgh Higher Ground Praise Ministry — dedicated to translating faith into tangible, life-changing services for Pittsburgh’s most vulnerable neighbors.

Through innovative programs, we build a more equitable and inclusive society where all families can achieve their fullest potential.

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Faith-Anchored

Every program is grounded in Scripture, operated with integrity, compassion, and accountability.

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Community-Driven

We are Pittsburgh. Our staff, volunteers, and participants all call this city home.

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Impact-Focused

We measure success by lives changed, families strengthened, and futures redirected.

Pittsburgh Higher Ground Community Library
4
Active Programs
2022
Year Founded
6
Board Members
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Community Rooted
What We Do

Our Community Programs

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Food Pantry

Providing consistent, dignified access to nutritious food for families facing food insecurity throughout Pittsburgh. Our pantry is a place of no judgment — just neighbors helping neighbors.

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Community Library

A free lending library and literacy resource hub open to all. From children’s books to adult education materials — because access to knowledge is a right, not a privilege.

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Senior Fitness

Keeping our senior community active, healthy, and connected through structured fitness activities, movement classes, and wellness programming. Strong bodies, strong minds, strong community.

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Arcade

A safe, supervised, fun space for youth to gather, play, and build friendships. Pool, shuffleboard, arcade games — keeping young people in a positive, mentorship-rich environment.

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Our Reach

Community Impact

4
Active Community
Programs
2022
Year the Foundation
Was Established
6
Dedicated Board
Members
100+
Families Served
Each Year
Our Team

Foundation Leadership

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Rev. Dolores J. Thrower
Executive Director

Visionary founder guiding the Foundation’s mission to empower families in marginalized communities across Pittsburgh.

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Michelle D. Johnson
President

Providing strategic leadership and direction to ensure the Foundation’s programs deliver lasting, measurable impact.

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Titus L. Morris
Treasurer

Overseeing financial health and fiscal accountability — ensuring every dollar is invested with integrity and purpose.

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Rachel M.A. Thrower
Secretary

Managing organizational records, board communications, and administrative operations with precision and care.

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Carla Arnold
Board Member

Contributing community expertise and collaborative leadership to advance the Foundation’s mission across Pittsburgh.

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Renee Wilson Clark
Board Member

Bringing deep community insight to shape programs that genuinely meet the needs of Pittsburgh families.

Connect With Us

Let’s Build Together

Whether you’re seeking services, looking to volunteer, or exploring a grant opportunity — we’d love to hear from you.

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Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Allegheny County
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Email
info@pgh-hgf.org
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