Financial Assistance

YWCA Greater Pittsburgh provides both emergency and empowerment grants to individuals and families in need. Our assistance programs remove barriers and disparities that hinder families from becoming self-sufficient, helping them cover costs such as arrearages, security deposits, utilities, healthcare costs, transportation, and more.

Please fill out the inquiry form below or call 412-391-5100 for assistance.

  • Liz Prine Memorial Fund

    The Liz Prine Memorial Fund honors the memory of Elizabeth Erskine Prine, a former YWCA Greater Pittsburgh and YWCA USA Board Member. Liz was committed to making real differences in women’s lives. Grants of up to $1,000 are awarded to assist women pursuing long-term goals by covering costs such as: education expenses, job training, professional fees, books, test fees, uniforms, laptops, trade tools, and childcare costs.

  • All Around Support

    Assistance is available through the YWCA Emergency Basic Needs Fund to help women and families secure and maintain their basic needs. Additionally, we work with Neighborhood Legal Services Association and Ebony Law to provide referrals for legal aide to address barriers to stable housing and employment. Our goal is to give partner families the support they need to achieve stability.

  • Food Bank Referrals

    YWCA Greater Pittsburgh is able to make referrals to the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank. Interested individuals and families can call us at (412) 391-5100 and we can complete the referral by phone, or you can fill out the form online through our link.