I had the pleasure of volunteering here recently. I have volunteered throughout the city at…read moreseveral different nonprofits in the city and I have to say that this is one that probably touches more lives than any other in the city. What they do here is not a small feat. What goes into to what they accomplish here is many man hours of a dedicated workforce. On top of those that are employed this place also depends on the many that walk through those doors and chip in whenever they can. While here I was told that some of the volunteer days that they have planned are booked months in advance. The facility is top notch and runs like a well oiled machine. However they have said that they have already outgrown this facility space. Even though that may be the case, they don't let that stop their mission. The families that the GPCFB reach are many and without them would not be able to maintain a home life that is perceived as normal. What little you can give is greatly appreciated and there are donation bins inside the front doors. Did you know that they get more donations for items that are considered junk food than healthy food items? That trail mix does seem nutritious, but what really helps them out was that fruits, vegetables, meat and the like.

Hunger is one subject that rarely comes up in discussions about food. When the subject of hunger…read moredoes come up, it remains limited to talk of the developing world. It is difficult to think about the fact that adults and children here in the States are going to sleep with pangs in their stomachs. It's easier to think about where to get good pho instead. In 2009 it was reported that over 50 million Americans were living in "food insecure" households. It's cliche to ask this, but have you ever in your life had to wonder where your next meal might come from? I hope you haven't, but if you have, that's food insecurity. For some, the situation is temporary. For others it's a chronic hardship. In these dire, murky economic times where the gulf between the wealthy and the impoverished is only growing, food banks are as essential as they've ever been, and The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank has been meeting that need throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania for more decades than I've been alive. Annually, the Food Bank allocates 21 million pounds of food from their Duquesne warehouse via manifold avenues not limited to senior citizen centers, soup kitchens, homeless shelters, and pantries. And if you think that you will never find yourself relying on a food bank to feed you or your family, you should read this article from late last year... http://www.commondreams.org/headline/2010/11/22 Hunger is spreading, even into the supposedly lush, insulated suburbs. Food banks can help stifle and even reverse that tragic advancement. After all, you never know when the rug you're standing on will be yanked right out from under your feet, and yes it could be YOU someday. So, if you're not going to donate food or funds to the address above out of a concern for those who are not as privileged as you are, do so out of self-interest. As long as we support our local food banks, they will continue to be there for all of us if and when we need them. If you can't afford to give money, take a look inside your cupboard. Are you really planning on making something with that can of Cream of Mushroom Soup?

Cute shop, so clean and organized. Always find some treasure and the prices are very reasonable…read more Friendly service, I love thrifting here!

Just wanted to thank you for running a great thrift store. Clean, organized, a variety of items…read moreincluding furniture and very nice helpful and kind volunteers. Items are reasonably priced and in good clean condition.

The CWC is a much needed organization in central PA that serves a large community of people who…read morerely on it to save injured wildlife. They have a large group of volunteers and leaders who work tirelessly to help. I've brought a couple of animals there and I was impressed by the expertise! Now I volunteer!!!

From the owner: We rehabilitate orphaned, injured and compromised wild animals until they can be released back into…read morethe wild. Also, educational outreach is provided in programs using live animals and through social media.

Great clothing finds and at great prices. Some of the decor and housewares were higher than I was…read morewilling to pay for second hand. Wished we could have spent more time in the store, it was bigger than we anticipated.

Prices are good and the staff are great.I shop there several times a month there .I really ran out…read moreof things to say only I love going there I bought lots of Chrismas stuff

5 Stars for serving lunches to the low income and seniors of the community. They also help by…read moregiving free food 2 times a month to help people in need. The staff is incredible because they volunteer there time to help the needy.

has been helping the hill district faithfully for years angels surround this god giving pantryread more

I like to wander around consignment, vintage, estate, antique shops. This business has so many…read moreamazing items! When we first walked in, I though it was a tiny little shop of knick knacks, post cards and toys. Boy was I wrong. There is a huge room behing that is filled with linens, cast iron pans, tea pots, fishing/hunting items, tools, cookie jars, hats, lunch boxes, kitchen utensils, and on and on. Beautiful crystal, decanters, pitchers, wall art, nursery items, pyrex, lamps. OK, you get the idea. The owner is an absolute doll. She told me to open drawers and look inside things because there was stuff everywhere. :D She also let us know there is a warehouse of items that are too large to fit in the store, like furniture and lawmowers and such. Maybe give them call if you are looking for something in particular to see if they have it available. From what I see in store, and what they seem to have elsewhere, they just may have what you need. Even if they don't have it, they can 'keep an eye open' for it when they are out on their buying trips. We did end up purchasing a few items. That's a few more than I planned. There is a gravel parking lot on the side of the building with a path leading from the lot to the entrance. The prices are good. If you are looking for something specific (set of dishes, a collectible, a ceiling light) or just like to wander, you should definitely stop in. Those little hand made aprons are adorable, and that 'Cow jumped over the Moon' lamp - perfect.

I DO NOT RECOMMENED,CROOKs IMO, who take advantage of our vulnerable elderly…read more not only did they steal items & they spoke VERY disrespectfully, they broke items when they come out to see her items, (showed up with 4 ppl which caused her to be extremely overwhelmed and bombarded) She didn't even have time to process fully what was happening. ( they wouldnt even allow her to unwrap her items and see what they were taking )they were extremely careless with my mother's possessions (that they didnt take). made awful comments that they don't pay for memories. they're lucky I was not out there or I would have sent him packing. The $200 they gave her was an insult to say the least, for probably 5 to 10+ grand worth of items. they took, paid less than pennies on the dollar. I will NEVER do business with them and they ought to be ashamed of themselves. idk how they even sleep at night ripping off our community.