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 | Homes similar to this one on Fairmount Street will be rehabilitated and sold to qualified low-income buyers with assistance from the PHFA.
ELDI awarded state grant to expand affordable homeownership opportunities in Garfield
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) recently awarded a $200,000 grant to ELDI through their Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement (PHARE) Fund. The funds for this grant come from the Commonwealth’s portion of the realty transfer tax paid when buying or selling real estate. The grant will assist in the rehabilitation of seven vacant or abandoned homes in Garfield. It is also helping leverage additional grants and loans for these projects.
"PHFA is pleased to provide some PHARE funding to ELDI,” said PHFA Executive Director and CEO Brian Hudson, Sr. “They are doing important work to expand homeownership opportunities for low-income families in neighborhoods like Garfield.”
These seven homes—which range in size from three to five bedrooms—will be available for sale to qualified buyers between 50 and 80 percent of area median income and their location in a neighborhood on the rise will help these buyers secure not just a safe, comfortable home but an asset likely to grow in value. ELDI is working with Circles Greater Pittsburgh and Open Hand Ministries to help potential buyers prepare to become homeowners.
If you or someone you know is interested in becoming a homeowner in Garfield, East Liberty, or Larimer please contact Mary Hester at ELDI: 412-361-8061 or mary.hester@eastliberty.org. |
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Check out the proposals for the South Beatty & Mignonette Streets redevelopmentOn September 26th, the URA held a community meeting to present plans for the redevelopment of publicly owned sites on South Beatty and Mignonette Streets. In case you missed the meeting, you can view the presentations made by the developers here. About the project:The URA recently requested proposals from developers and/or development teams for multiple publicly owned sites in East Liberty. The goal of the RFP is to select a respondent who can complete a high-quality mixed-use, mixed-income development, including a parking structure, on South Beatty and Mignonette Streets. At the meeting, presentations from shortlisted redevelopers were presented to the community for feedback. |
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 | Catapult celebrates second cohort with local networking nightWe had a lot of fun at the Catapult networking night earlier this month at Gallery on Penn. Thanks to everyone who came out and said hello to our second cohort of entrepreneurs!
> Learn more about Catapult, our incubator program for local, minority businesses. About Gallery on Penn:Gallery on Penn is our retail space for local, minority businesses at 5935 Penn Ave. Stop by when you’re in the neighborhood and shop everything from beauty products to delicious pies.
> Learn more about Gallery on Penn and why it was created.
Mark your calendars for Gallery on Penn's one year anniversary party—November 8th
 On November 8th, we will celebrate the gallery’s one-year anniversary from 6-9 pm. Check back on our website for more details. |
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ELDI owns a number of homes in East Liberty, Garfield, and Larimer that are fully renovated and ready for purchase This month’s featured homes include: Enright Court
ELDI and Rebuilding Together Pittsburgh are working with existing residents to renovate homes in this quiet neighborhood and provide great opportunities for low-income buyers to become homeowners. Several units like the one pictured above are, or will soon be, available to qualified buyers.
> If interested, please contact Mary Hester at ELDI, 412-361-8061 or mary.hester@eastliberty.org.
406 and 408 Larimer Avenue
 
Two beautifully restored townhomes in Larimer on the 400 block of Larimer Avenue are available now. Both are 4 bedroom, 2 bath units on a block that is nearly fully redeveloped with a mix of new and renovated homes.
> More information on 406 Larimer Ave.
> More information on 408 Larimer Ave. |
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Welcoming Holly Mangan, our newest PULSE Pittsburgh fellow!We are happy to welcome another PULSE Pittsburgh fellow to our team at ELDI. PULSE is a community organization that invites talented, university graduates to partner with nonprofits for a year of service and leadership. Holly Mangan is an Environmental Studies graduate from Allegheny College who will be serving with us for 11 months. Get to know more about Holly and what she will be working on in our Q&A with her on our blog. |
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The Pittsburgh Parks Conservancy wants your support in November's electionOn November 5, voters will have the opportunity to vote in support of improving all of the 165 parks within the city of Pittsburgh. A “Yes” vote will ensure that children in every Pittsburgh neighborhood will have a safe and fun place to play. |
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New Circles programs help homeowners build generational wealth In this month's issue of The Bulletin, we highight two new innovative Circles programs designed to help both new and exiting low-income families benefit from homeownership. The programs are called DOOR and KEY. Learn about these programs on page 1 of The Bulletin through the button below, or pick up a copy of the paper when you're in town. |
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| | Saturday, October 26th Tree Pittsburgh is giving away free trees this weekend! Pre-register to guarantee a tree. 1 tree per person (no more than 2 per household please). Learn more.
Where: Humane Animal Rescue, 6926 Hamilton Avenue
When: October 26 | 10 am-12 pm |
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Saturday, October 26th Make your own Jack-O-Lantern at the Larimer Community GardenThe Larimer Green Team is throwing a free pumpkin carving night at the Larimer Community Garden on Saturday, October 26th. Bring the kids for a night of Halloween fun.Where: Larimer Community Garden at Larimer Ave & Carver St.
When: October 26 | 11 am-2 pm |
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Wednesday, October 30thJoin the Pittsburgh Center for Creative Reuse (PCCR) for an intense crafting challenge on October 30th. All proceeds go to PCCR's programs and initiatives.
Where: Ace Hotel, 120 S. Whitfield St
When: October 30 | 7-9 pm |
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Monday, November 4thAt this month’s Urban Leadership Series at the Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, Laura Perkins, Emergency Response Organizer, Casa San Jose; and Jamie Englert, Director Immigration Legal Services, Jewish Family and Community Services will discuss the critical situation that affects Pittsburgh's Latinx population directly on a daily basis.
Where: Pittsburgh Theological Seminary, 616 North Highland Avenue
When: November 4 | 6-8 pm |
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Fridays, November 8th & 29thTry it Out!: Bullet Journaling workshop at Carnegie Library East LibertyTry it Out! is a series of programs where adults can learn creative skills at the library, using their collections, databases, or software. In this session, you will learn different methods of bullet journaling and talk about which one would fit your needs. Bring your own journal or call 412-363-2832 to register and receive a journal during the program.
Where: Carnegie Library - East Liberty, 130 S Whitfield St
When: November 8 & 29 | 3-4 pm |
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The US Census Bureau is looking for census takersBecome a census taker for the 2020 census. |
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Share your vision for the future of Pittsburgh transportationThe City's Department of Mobility and Infrastructure is embarking on an ambitious plan to improve and enhance the next 50 years of transportation, mobility, and access for residents, employees, and visitors of Pittsburgh. Neighbors are asked to identify their goals for improving access to job centers, shopping areas, and other important destinations.
> Share your input for the future of transportation and mobility in Pittsburgh via an interactive map or a short survey. |
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 | Prepare for employment at the Eastside Neighborhood Employment CenterLearn basic computer skills or polish up your resume at the Eastside Neighborhood Employment center. Check the flyer above for more details. |
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Saturday, October 26thWith spooky activities, hands-on crafts in the lobby, and a series of youth-led performances in the theater, Halloween Mayhem has become an East Liberty family tradition. Dress up in your favorite costume or come as you are for a jam-packed afternoon of tricks, treats, and groovy beats.
Where: Kelly Strayhorn Theater, 5941 Penn Ave
When: October 26 | 12-3 pm |
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Sunday, November 3rdThe ELPC Chancel Choir will present Gabriel Fauré’s serene and uplifting Requiem, accompanied by strings, horns, harp, and organ in the Sanctuary.
Where: East Liberty Presbyterian Church Sanctuary, 116 South Highland Ave
When: November 3 | 3 pm |
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Sunday, November 3rdThe Art of Jazz & The African American Woman at Wallace's Whiskey Room & KitchenCome out for an evening of jazz presented in part by THAW, an organization dedicated to improving the health of African American women.
Where: Wallace's Whiskey Room & Kitchen inside Hotel Indigo, 123 North Highland Ave
When: November 3 | 2-5 pm |
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Inside the Farmers' Market Cooperative of
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October 23 | Maragaret J. Krauss, 90.5 WESA |
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October 10 | Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
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| October 16 | Bob Bauder, TRIBLive |
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| October 15 | Bill O'Toole, NEXTPittsburgh |
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| October 21 | Maria Sciullo, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
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October 23 | Bill O'Driscoll, 90.5 WESA |
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October 21 | Natalie Bencivenga, Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
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