MISSION: AGAPE (Pittsburgh)

THANK YOU to Bayer for supporting our Thanksgiving food distribution! MIRACLES happen all the time at MISSION: AGAPE (Pittsburgh). Our distribution of turkeys, ingredients for fixings, and desserts was Friday afternoon. That morning, we had enough for 430 families and sadly would not be able to help the remaining 100 families on the wait list. Then out of nowhere we received a call from Bayer asking if we could use a donation of 100 turkeys and if we could pick them up immediately! MISSION: AGAPE (Pittsburgh) was able to provide Thanksgiving for all 530 families who asked for help. On this Thanksgiving we continue to be incredibly grateful to our donors and volunteers for all the love and support they provide. Praying you all have a joyful and safe holiday with your loved ones. ?? https://lnkd.in/ekY5tmaT

?? Fresh food. Real impact. MISSION: AGAPE delivers food directly to homes of families living in food deserts. With your support, we’re changing lives, one meal at a time.??? Donate on Tuesday during Give Big Pittsburgh to help families in need.? #GodsLoveInAction #GiveBigPgh??https://lnkd.in/etX5KhTc

Thank you to Jefferson Regional Foundation for including us in your “Creating Job Descriptions” training held in partnership with Acuity Human Resources. The instructors and content were excellent, and we loved the opportunity to network with nonprofits from across the region. ??

?? A Story of Hope: How MISSION: AGAPE Helped One Mom Keep Her Family Together ?? Meet Nia, a single mom of three, whose life was transformed through the support of MISSION: AGAPE. Struggling with limited resources and no reliable transportation, Nia was facing the heartbreaking possibility of losing custody of her children due to her inability to provide consistent food and shelter for them. But with weekly home food deliveries from MISSION: AGAPE, Nia was able to put healthy meals on the table every week, giving her children the nutrition they needed to thrive. More than just food, our services gave Nia the support and dignity she needed to show Child and Youth caseworkers that she was actively working to care for her kids and build a better future for them. Nia shared with us: "I didn’t know where to go when I was struggling. MISSION: AGAPE’s food deliveries didn’t just fill my kids’ stomachs—they gave me the strength to keep going. Thanks to their support, I showed CYF that I was doing everything I could to care for my children. I kept my family together. I’m forever grateful for the love and help I received." Because of our community’s support, Nia’s family stayed intact, and she is now on her way to a brighter, more stable future. The love and care that MISSION: AGAPE provides goes far beyond food—it’s about helping families overcome obstacles, build trust, and create lasting change. Help Us Make a Difference! ?? Please follow our page and share this post with your network. By spreading the word about MISSION: AGAPE, you’re helping us reach more families in need and empowering us to continue providing essential resources and support. Thank you for being part of our mission to create lasting change! ?? ??

Meet MISSION: AGAPE volunteer, Aleata! A leader in our team of amazing volunteers, Aleata is a beacon of light for the families we serve. At MISSION: AGAPE, we believe that everyone deserves the warmth of a meal shared with loved ones. Through God’s Love in Action, we reach out to families in crisis, providing not only nutritious food but also the compassion and respect they deserve.? ? Join us in making a difference this holiday season by volunteering or donating at mission-agape.org. ?? https://lnkd.in/e-AabD_2

We're excited to officially announce MISSION: AGAPE, a nonprofit committed to solving food insecurity by delivering essential, nutritious food directly to families who lack access due to transportation or health challenges. We believe food insecurity isn’t just about hunger—it’s about access, opportunity, and dignity. Through God's Love in Action, we provide families with fresh food and the long-term support they need to create sustainable, self-sufficient futures. We appreciate you following us and welcome you to join our fight against food insecurity! We'll be sharing events, success stories, and so much more. ?? https://lnkd.in/e2pwc3Nb

Media Contact: Lisa Casavant MISSION: AGAPE 724-244-2624 [email protected] www.Mission-Agape.org FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE MISSION: AGAPE Launches with Proven Board of Directors to Combat Food Insecurity in Pittsburgh Pittsburgh, PA – October 23, 2024 – MISSION: AGAPE, a nonprofit focused on serving families in food desert communities throughout Pittsburgh's Mon Valley region, has officially launched. Led by the founders of RQM+ and a dynamic board of successful local business leaders, MISSION: AGAPE is set to make a significant impact in addressing food insecurity. Founded by Kelly and Mike Doyle, MISSION: AGAPE evolved from the McKeesport Agape Center (MAC), created in 2020 to address the food insecurity crisis in McKeesport, a Pittsburgh suburb where the food insecurity rate is 31%, far above the state and national averages. Originally operating out of the Doyle family’s garage, MAC grew rapidly, serving families without access to transportation to reach regional food pantries. By 2022, the program had expanded, leading to the purchase and renovation of a 13,000-square-foot church that became the Agape Center. Today, MISSION: AGAPE’s 40+ volunteers serve over 5,000 people monthly, distributing healthy food, toiletries, and pet food. However, with 110,000 people in the Mon Valley still facing food insecurity, the need remains urgent. Recognizing the growing demand, the Doyles partnered with RQM+ founders Maria Fagan and Lisa Casavant, whose leadership transformed MAC into MISSION: AGAPE with a broader vision. Fagan and Casavant bring their business acumen from RQM+, a global medical device consulting firm, to the organization’s leadership, ensuring a sustainable, scalable approach to addressing food insecurity. “When I first volunteered, I was shocked by the level of need so close to home,” said Casavant, Board VP. “Feeding these families is more than a calling—it’s an urgent necessity.” Board President Fagan added, “We grew RQM+ to be the industry leader in quality, employee satisfaction, and customer satisfaction, and we are applying the same principles here. MISSION: AGAPE is an opportunity to make a transformative impact in people’s lives.” MISSION: AGAPE is currently seeking $200,000 in emergency donations to fund infrastructure improvements, including a walk-in refrigerator, freezer room, box truck, and the OrderAhead system, allowing families to order customized food boxes for delivery. The organization also provides holiday support, offering Thanksgiving turkeys and Christmas gifts to those in need. Donate today to ensure no family goes without and be a part of this transformative mission! Together, we can make a lasting impact on those who need it most. To donate or learn more, visit www.mission-agape.org