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.


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.
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.
Every program is grounded in Scripture, operated with integrity, compassion, and accountability.
We are Pittsburgh. Our staff, volunteers, and participants all call this city home.
We measure success by lives changed, families strengthened, and futures redirected.

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.
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.
Keeping our senior community active, healthy, and connected through structured fitness activities, movement classes, and wellness programming. Strong bodies, strong minds, strong community.
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.
Visionary founder guiding the Foundation’s mission to empower families in marginalized communities across Pittsburgh.
Providing strategic leadership and direction to ensure the Foundation’s programs deliver lasting, measurable impact.
Overseeing financial health and fiscal accountability — ensuring every dollar is invested with integrity and purpose.
Managing organizational records, board communications, and administrative operations with precision and care.
Contributing community expertise and collaborative leadership to advance the Foundation’s mission across Pittsburgh.
Bringing deep community insight to shape programs that genuinely meet the needs of Pittsburgh families.
Whether you’re seeking services, looking to volunteer, or exploring a grant opportunity — we’d love to hear from you.