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Giving Tuesday

One Day. A Lasting Impact.
Your gift keeps military and veteran families close to care when it matters most.
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Giving Tuesday is a global day of generosity. It is a moment when communities come together to meet real needs.

For military and veteran families facing medical crises, generosity means something very practical: a room near the hospital, a warm meal, and the comfort of not facing it alone.

On Giving Tuesday, you make that possible.
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Close When It Mattered

The Schellberg's Story

When Steve Schellberg needed a major organ transplant, his care was more than two hours from home. What began as a hospital stay turned into weeks of treatment and follow-up appointments.

The Pittsburgh Fisher House gave his wife, Michelle, a place to stay just steps from the hospital, free of charge.

Instead of worrying about long drives or hotel costs, she could focus on being present.

Because of generous donors, the Schellbergs stayed close to care and close to each other.

On Giving Tuesday, your gift makes that possible for the next family.
More than a place to sleep, it gave us the stability we needed to focus on healing.

Close to Care. Because of You.

Every gift supports veterans and their families who travel to Pittsburgh for medical care.
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$50

Provides meals and daily essentials for a guest family.

Small comforts remove daily burdens so families can focus on what matters most.
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$100

Supports one night of comfort and care.​

A private room near the hospital provides rest, stability, and proximity when it is critical.
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$250

Helps sustain a family during extended treatment.

Your generosity provides consistency, practical support, and peace of mind during long recoveries.

Be the Reason a Family Stays Close

On Giving Tuesday, your gift provides stability, comfort, and care for families facing medical crises.
Give for Giving Tuesday
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Mission

The mission of Friends of the Pittsburgh Fisher House is to provide a home away from home where military and veteran families can stay, free of charge, while their loved one receives medical treatment in the Pittsburgh region. 

Friends of the Pittsburgh Fisher House is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law.
Tax ID: 46-088123

Contact

3945 Forbes Ave, Box 240
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
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    • Community Support
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    • Create an Experience
    • Volunteer
    • Planned Giving
  • About
  • Contact