Gift of Mary Women’s Day Center

Welcome to Gift of Mary Day Center 

A Healing Place to Walk with the Most Vulnerable

At Gift of Mary Day Center, our doors—and our hearts—are open to women facing challenges of isolation, poverty, and homelessness. We believe that every woman deserves a safe place to rest, renew, and rediscover her strengths. Our drop-in day center is more than a refuge from the elements: it is a vibrant community dedicated to fostering hope, dignity, and empowerment.

DAY CENTER SERVICES

Gift of Mary is a safe daytime sanctuary open Monday through Friday from 9am to 11:30am. We offer a range of services in a welcoming, non-judgmental atmosphere:

  • Safe Space: A clean, comfortable lounge to rest, read, or simply be, away from the streets or shelter system.

  • Spiritual support: Mass, prayer, and bible studies support each women’s faith journey.

  • Nutritious Meals: We provide coffee, breakfast and lunch each day, along with healthy snacks and drinks.

  • Showers & Laundry: Private showers with fresh towels and toiletries, as well as free laundry facilities.

  • Resource Navigation: Missionaries help with access to social services for utility assistance, ID’s, shelter referrals, birth certificates.

  • Personal Care Items: Free hygiene products, clothing, and seasonal supplies.

  • Peer Support: Group gatherings and peer mentorship build community and resilience.

How to Help

The work of Gift of Mary is made possible by the compassion of our community. Here’s how you can get involved:

  1. Volunteer: Share your time and talents—whether through direct service, leading workshops, or helping behind the scenes.

  2. Donate: Every contribution makes a difference. We welcome financial gifts, as well as donations of hygiene items, clothing, and art supplies.

  3. Advocate: Raise awareness about women’s homelessness and support policies that promote housing, healthcare, and safety for all.

  4. Partner: Collaborate with us as a business, youth group, university campus ministry, or faith organization. Plan a Gift of Mary mission trip to immerse yourself in service.

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CONTACT US:

Gift of Mary Day Center

Move a Mountain Missions

Phone: (412) 634-6964

135 First Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15222

Clara Stephensen; Missionary Lead [cstephensen@moveamountain.org]

Erin Phillips; Gift of Mary Program Manager [ephillips@moveamountain.org]