Gifts of Hope

EECM's Gifts of Hope

Give. Honor. Transform.

Does the rampant consumerism of the holidays sometimes leave you frustrated? Are you searching for a more meaningful way to show the special people in your life how important they are to you?

Why not consider purchasing a Gift of Hope this holiday season? Your donation in honor of someone special can feed the hungry, shelter the homelesss, and support the young people in our community.

How a Gift of Hope Works

Pick friends and loved ones to honor with a special gift.

Select from the gifts inside the catalog.

Order by phone or mail, using the order form available here.

Let your honoree know of your gift with a personalized gift card, which we will provide.

Questions? Contact Kate Snyder, Development Coordinator, at 412.361.5549 ext. 422 or kates@eecm.org.

Examples of Gifts of Hope

Meals for the Elderly -- $125

The elderly and homebound often are unable to cook for themselves. EECM’s Meals on Wheels program delivers delicious two delicious home-cooked meals to more than eighty people each day. Friendly volunteers deliver fourteen meals a week to each person.

Your gift of $125 will provide one month of meals to an elderly man or woman.

Tutoring for a Student -- $15

EECM’s ExtraOrdinary Tutoring program offers personalized academic support to any child in the community. Students are paired with caring tutors who work with them one on one to achieve their academic goals, whether it is learning to read or passing their Calculus exam.

Your gift of $15 provides one hour of tutoring for a child.

Support for the Vulnerable -- $70

During the day, homeless men and women are welcome to come to EECM’s Drop-In Center for food, support, and refuge. They also meet there with service providers from the community, such as doctors, drug and alcohol treatment programs, and mental health workers.

Your gift of $70 will keep the Drop-In Center running for one afternoon.