From now through August 4, you can make a gift through Pittsburgh Gives to support PCSI’s work helping Pittsburgh households with low income meet immediate needs and take steps toward greater stability. PCSI’s food pantry is often the front door to broader support. Customers can choose food their families will use, and staff can help connect people with additional resources, including utility … [Read more...]

About the Session Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc. (PCSI) is pleased to welcome Local 432 Greater Pittsburgh Carpenters Union for an on-site information session for individuals interested in pursuing a career as a carpenter. Date, Time, and Location The information session will take place on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at PCSI’s office: Pittsburgh Community … [Read more...]

As part of PCSI’s ongoing professional development program, staff recently completed QPR Gatekeeper Training sponsored by NAMI Keystone Pennsylvania. QPR stands for Question, Persuade, and Refer. The training helps participants learn how to recognize warning signs of suicide, respond with care, and connect someone in crisis with appropriate support. PCSI staff work with individuals and … [Read more...]

This summer, PCSI is excited to participate in the Learn & Earn Program, administered by Partner4Work in collaboration with the City of Pittsburgh and Allegheny County. Learn & Earn provides summer job opportunities for young people ages 14 to 23, helping participants gain work experience, build professional skills, and explore future career pathways. Through the program, PCSI is … [Read more...]

About the Event Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc. (PCSI) is partnering with Allegheny Health Network’s Center for Inclusion Health to host a Health Resource Fair at PCSI’s office on North Craig Street in Oakland. The event will bring together community partners to provide health-related resources, support, and information for people and their pets. See below for additional … [Read more...]

About the Program Are you an experienced food service worker looking to take your career to the next level? Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc. (PCSI) is offering a free ServSafe Manager Certification class for City of Pittsburgh residents in July. If you have worked in the food service industry for at least one year, this is your chance to earn your ServSafe Manager Certification at no … [Read more...]

Many people know PCSI for the monthly Housing List we publish, but as Pittsburgh’s Community Action Agency, we offer much more. This summer, PCSI launched The Next Step, a new monthly newsletter designed to share information about PCSI programs, upcoming events, employment and training opportunities, community resources, success stories, and other updates that may be helpful to Pittsburgh and … [Read more...]

About the Session Pittsburgh Community Services, Inc. (PCSI) is pleased to welcome Ferro Works / McConway & Torley for an on-site information session highlighting available jobs, including storeroom and warehouse attendants, mold assemblers, and grinders. Date, Time, and Location The information session will take place on Tuesday, July 21, 2026, from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM at PCSI’s … [Read more...]

PCSI will hold its quarterly board meeting on Tuesday, July 21, 2026 at 6 PM. The meeting will be held in person at PCSI’s building located at 249 North Craig Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15213. All PCSI board meetings are free and open to the staff and general public. General public attendance must be confirmed in advance to ensure adequate space accommodation. If you plan to attend the upcoming … [Read more...]

In early June, PCSI Executive Director Sarah Cook traveled to Washington, DC to meet with staff from the offices of Congresswoman Summer Lee, Congressman Chris Deluzio, Senator John Fetterman, and Senator David McCormick. During these meetings, Sarah shared PCSI’s 2025 Annual Report and highlighted what PCSI sees every day in Pittsburgh and Allegheny County: families working hard while … [Read more...]