Impact

Programs and Services

Since 1952, Light of Life has been serving Pittsburgh's homeless population through meal ministry, safe shelter, and life recovery programs.

EMERGENCY SERVICES

Light of Life offers Emergency Shelter Services located at our Voeghtly Street Shelter for men, women, and children seeking the following:

  • Emergency Shelter Services
  • Meal Ministry
  • Chapel Services
  • Men & Women’s Day Center
  • Showers
  • Access to Mental Health Services
  • Ability to join or learn more information about our Long-Term Recovery Programming

Voeghtly Street Shelter is located at 234 Voeghtly St., Pittsburgh PA 15212

Contact Number: 412-803-4120

Hours of Operation: 24 Hours, 7 days/ week

8-9 a.m. breakfast

5-6 p.m. dinner

LONG-TERM PROGRAMS

Programs at Light of Life are offered to men, women, and children ready to transform their lives by building Christ-centered relationships throughout their journey in recovery. We offer multiple programming options based on individual needs including:

  • Men’s Long-Term Recovery Program
    • High Commitment Shelter
    • Men’s Life Recovery Program
    • Mental Health Program
  • Women & Children’s Program
    • Sister’s Recovery House
    • Scattered Sites Housing

*Services Based on Availability

Men’s Programming is located at
665 Ridge Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Contact Number: 412-803-4118

Women’s Programming is located at
665 Ridge Ave., Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Contact Number: 412-258-6127

OUTREACH SERVICES

Light of Life’s Street Outreach Team directly engages with our city’s homeless living on the street, including visiting homeless encampments daily to check on their health and wellness and providing resources and services through the following areas:

  • Transportation back to Light of Life’s Emergency Shelter to access necessities such as meals, emergency shelter, and showers
  • Case Management
  • Fellowship Activities
  • Community Clean-Ups (Volunteers Welcome)
  • Assistance in obtaining:
    • Identification Cards and Birth Certificates
    • Housing
    • Employment
    • Clothing and Hygiene Products
    • First-Aid and Medical

Light of Life’s Street Outreach Team is located at 234 Voeghtly St., Pittsburgh PA 15212

Contact Number: 412-803-4133

FOOD PANTRY

Light of Life's Food Pantry supports community members facing food insecurity by providing a dignified "shopping" experience where they can select from a wide array of fresh, nutritious foods. This approach allows individuals to choose from a diverse selection of produce, dairy, protiens and dry goods, fostering a sense of dignity and empowerment for those in need.

Light of Life’s Food Pantry is temporarily located at 10 E. North Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15212 from June 5th – July 31st.

Contact Number: 412-398-7373

For More Information on our Food Pantry, including hours, click HERE.

DONATION CENTER

Light of Life’s Donation Center is a beacon of hope to the Pittsburgh community, providing support to nonprofit organizations serving those in need. The Donation Center’s Free Store is a vital space that offers a lifeline to community members, providing essential items including clothing, hygiene products, and other necessities that can make a significant impact on an individual or family’s quality of life.

Light of Life’s Donation Center is located at
665 Ridge Ave. Pittsburgh, PA 15212

Contact Number: 412.608.0671

For More Information on our Donation Center, including hours, click HERE.

Locations

Voeghtly
Street Shelter
Ridge
Recovery Place
Food
Pantry
Donation
Center.

Voeghtly Street Shelter

234 Voeghtly St.

Pittsburgh, PA 15212

412.803.4100

Services include:

Shelter for Men, Women and Children

Hot Meals

Community Resources

Case Management

Off-Site Housing Assistance

Clothing & Hygiene Products

On-Site Support Agencies

First Aid

“Today I’ve learned that I am no longer lost but am found. He will never leave me. He has a purpose for the broken hearted. I am forever grateful for the Light of Life helping me see the light through the darkness.”
-Light of Life program Graduate

Our Mission

We transform the lives of those experiencing homelessness through the love of Christ.