For Immediate Release: November 29, 2022
Contact: Ciora Thomas, ciora.thomas@sisterspgh.org, 412-297-0548
(PITTSBURGH) – Giving Tuesday is an incredible opportunity for community members to give back to those serving others in their region. We ask that this year you consider making a donation to SisTers PGH as we continue to expand the services we provide to Black Trans and gender-nonconforming folks in Allegheny County.
Your donation, no matter how much, will help us reach our goals in assisting TGNC people not just survive, but thrive. In 2022, we served 72 Transgender folks in the area through our service request form. We were able to provide them with groceries, employment and housing navigation, medical and mental health service referrals, transportation, toiletries, and emergency shelter.
Many of these resources are operated within our Project T initiative, a program that helps TGNC people transition from unstable environments and unsupportive communities to finding avenues to support and take care of themselves while connecting with the Trans community.
Of course, COVID-19 has had a severe impact not just on our community, but on our organization as well. Our current rent support funds have depleted over the summer, and we are working hard to replenish this crucial bank to continue supporting our siblings from facing evictions or utility shut-offs, especially during these winter months. This fund is created specifically to provide this vital resource as our community continues to experience discrimination and marginalization at a higher rate.
Any donation you are able to offer this Giving Tuesday will go a long way to ensuring we’re able to continue this vital work, which is needed now more than ever. And if you can’t donate, please spread the word and share this message with your loved ones.
Electronic Donations can be sent to: PayPal.me/SisTersPGH – CashApp: $isTersPGH – Venmo: SisTersPGH
Checks can be sent to: SisTers PGH, 2014 Monongahela Ave, Pittsburgh, PA 15218.
SisTers PGH is a Black- and Trans-led 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that serves Trans, queer and nonbinary BIPOC (Black Indigenous People of Color) within southwestern Pennsylvania. Learn more at www.sisterspgh.org.
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“SisTers PGH has provided safe spaces for black and brown trans and nonbinary throughout the years and has continued to provide the necessary tools and resources for our siblings in the community who need trans affirming, safe emergency housing in Pittsburgh/Allegheny County. When admitted into the program I felt a sense of welcome, respect, and love for who I am as a person and encouragement to prosper in my own success.”
“My 3 children and I recently relocated to Pittsburgh Pennsylvania from North Carolina. I had it all planned out until things took a turn for the worst. Living arrangements had suddenly change, job offer was no more and I was slowly running out of cash. Scared and worried, all I could do was cry, pray and keep trying everyday for the sake of my children! Then I meet Ciora Thomas, my angel. I had no idea where she came from but she appeared at my lowest and lifted me back up on my feet and reassured me that everything would be ok. I trusted her and everything she’s ever said to me has come to pass and she has stood strong on her word to me. Today I met more of “my” SisTers and my how thankful I am to have each and every one of you whom generously donated to my family. I’m so humbled and grateful for ALL OF YOU BEAUTIFUL WOMEN. Thank you ALL so much. Y’all are the real MVP’s! Today I received my first job here and I have to give thanks to Ciora for this opportunity as well. Sis you are AMAZING! Love you!”