Pennsylvania residents who rely on SNAP benefits for food assistance  will soon face a difficult reality. Beginning in November 2025 , millions of Americans—including over 160,000 Allegheny County residents —will not receive their usual monthly payments due to the ongoing government shutdown. For thousands of families across the Pittsburgh region, this will mean empty pantries, skipped meals, and impossible choices  between food, rent, and medicine. At East End Cooperative Mi

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In the next two years, EECM envisions a stronger, more equitable Pittsburgh community. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE East End Cooperative...

On May 10, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., EECM will host its fourth semi-annual food drive event, Help Deliver Hope. Donors can stop by to...

Imad Moussa loves to chat. A long-time EECM food pantry client, Imad visits the pantry every couple weeks to collect grocery staples for...

EECM's Youth Empowerment Project tackles the issue of violence with a set of performances in "Operation Rescue." Pittsburgh, PA (April 8,...