Every day Sojourner House’s team works to help mothers and their families make significant steps towards a better, substance-free life. Treatment and supportive services are a major part of recovery, but it’s only a single piece of the solution offered by our team. This month, we’re focusing on the things that help the children of Sojourner House grow. Supporting Children at Sojourner House Our philosophy is family-focused, and in line with this philosophy, we offer services specifically designed to benefit the children of those in recovery. Research shows that children of substance-abusing parents often suffer silently as their parents struggle with their illness. They’re likely to miss school, fall behind on their education, or develop abandonment issues and attachment disorders … [Read more...] about Partners Help Sojourner House’s Families Go Back To School
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We are so honored to have advocate, non-profit leader, and mother, Gisele Barreto Fetterman as the Honorary Chair of the 19th annual Victorian Tea. The Victorian Tea is Sojourner House’s largest annual fundraiser. Hundreds of supporters put on their Sunday best to connect, sip tea, enjoy light refreshments, bid on auction items, learn about the work of Sojourner House and hear from the women and families they serve. With her years of experience running Free Store 15104 and For Good PGH, Ms. Fetterman understands the needs and challenges facing the people in our area and feels it is important to support the women and mothers at Sojourner House. In her own words: “I think women will save the world and all my heroes are women. I really believe in investing and supporting. You know, … [Read more...] about Meet the 2023 Victorian Tea Honorary Chair, Gisele Barreto Fetterman
Each year, we honor a special individual or organization with the Pearl of Hope Award. This award recognizes the deep commitment of an individual or an organization to the mission of Sojourner House and Sojourner MOMS. We’re proud to award the 2023 Pearl of Hope Award to our long-time community partner, Homeless Children’s Education Fund (HCEF)! For 15 years, Sojourner House and HCEF have partnered on a number of projects aimed at helping the children and families served by Sojourner House. The Pearl of Hope award represents our thanks and gratitude for HCEF’s never-ending support and dedication to our mutual work. A Shared Mission Sojourner House and HCEF share a dedication to supporting and educating children experiencing homelessness in our community. The … [Read more...] about 2023 Pearl of Hope Winner: Homeless Children’s Education Fund
Pittsburgh, PA (February 1, 2023) — Sojourner House announced today that Gisele Barreto Fetterman is the Honorary Event Chair of the 19th Annual Victorian Tea. The ticketed fundraising event will take place on Sunday, April 16, 2023, from 2 to 4 p.m. at the Omni William Penn Hotel in Downtown Pittsburgh. Registered attendees are invited to a meet and greet from 1 to 2 p.m. also taking place at the Omni William Penn Hotel.“We are delighted to have Gisele serving as Honorary Event Chair,” said De’netta Benjamin-Miller, Executive Director of Sojourner House. “Gisele is an innovative changemaker in our region, having founded the Free Store 15104 and co-founded 412 Food Rescue and For Good PGH. She is committed to building pathways for families to thrive, which very much aligns … [Read more...] about Sojourner House Victorian Tea Welcomes Gisele Barreto Fetterman as Honorary Event Chair
On November 10, 2022, Sojourner House staff and supporters came together to celebrate a new and improved MOMS Green outdoor space. Thanks to generous financial support and hard work on MOMS Green, Sojourner House is more prepared than ever to offer daily support and enrichment to the lives of our clients and their families. Multiple speakers attended our MOMS Green ribbon cutting, including: De’netta Benjamin-Miller, Executive Director of Sojourner House/MOMS AJ Jefferson, Executive Director of Homeless Children’s Education FundCarlos Carter, former Executive Director of Homeless Children’s Education Fund and current Executive Director of the Urban League About Our MOMS Green Space MOMS Green is an important place for Sojourner House’s kids and families to … [Read more...] about MOMS Green Improvements Set to Enhance Life at Sojourner House
