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Free Support for the Whole Family
Lending Hearts and our programs provide age-appropriate, social, emotional and supportive services for the patient living with cancer and their families during the full journey of treatment and remission. All services are free and do not require insurance.

December 2023 e-Newsletter
✨❄️ Happy Holidays from Lending Hearts! ❄️ ✨ See the full newsletter by clicking HERE!
Lending Hearts
Dec 12, 2023

Vegetable Lasagna
By Stephanie Wharton INGREDIENTS 2 tsp extra virgin olive oil 8 ounces mushrooms, sliced 1 zucchini, thinly sliced 1 bell pepper, seeded...
Stephanie Wharton
Dec 4, 2023

Easy Pantry Tomato Soup
By Stephanie Wharton This is a great make-ahead recipe. It does require the use of a blender or immersion blender. If using a traditional...
Stephanie Wharton
Nov 27, 2023


November e-Newsletter
The 2024 Lending Hearts Friend Award goes to 🥁... See the full newsletter by clicking HERE.
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Nov 21, 2023

Spaghetti Squash with Fresh Basil and Shaved Pecorino
By Stephanie Wharton INGREDIENTS 1 spaghetti squash ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil ½ pound shiitake mushrooms, stems removed and sliced 6...
Stephanie Wharton
Nov 6, 2023

2022 Lending Hearts Annual Report
Lending Hearts operates on a fiscal year of July 1 - June 30. The following is a link to our 2022-2023 annual report. We are extremely...
Lending Hearts
Nov 2, 2023

Baked Ziti
By Stephanie Wharton INGREDIENTS 2 tbsp olive oil 1 medium onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 tsp tomato paste ¼ tsp crushed red...
Stephanie Wharton
Oct 28, 2023


Open Discussion - Educational Support Services: School Accommodations and How to Obtain Them
On Thursday, October 26, 2023, we had a wonderful open discussion with Erin Park, Director of Special Education at Central Valley School...
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Oct 26, 2023


Enlightened Holiday Dishes: A Healthy Twist on Your Favorite Sides - Nutrition & Cooking Demo
Laura Zervos The holidays are quickly upon us, so let's put a twist on your favorite side dishes. Laura's menu includes pumpkin pancakes,...
vassop
Oct 25, 2023


Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Paints Aquarium
Saturday, October 14, 2023 was a rainy day, but settled just enough for us to enjoy our time at the Pittsburgh Zoo & PPG Aquarium. We...
Lending Hearts
Oct 14, 2023


October 2023 e-Newsletter
Check out our Sips for Hope Event in November! 🍷 See the full newsletter by clicking HERE!
Lending Hearts
Oct 10, 2023

Greek Party Dip
By Stephanie Wharton Ingredients Hummus Tzatziki sauce 1 cup grape tomatoes, chopped 1 cup cucumber, chopped ½ cup kalamata or greek...
Stephanie Wharton
Oct 2, 2023


Erie Zoo - Rhino House Tour September 2023
Back by popular demand, on Saturday, September 30, 2023, Lending Hearts took more families back to the Erie Zoo for a behind the scenes...
Lending Hearts
Sep 30, 2023


Falling for Mediterranean Dishes - Nutrition & Cooking Demonstration with Laura Zervos
Fall just began. We aren't ready for hearty stews and soups, but Laura is preparing dishes to get us prepared for Fall. Today's menu...
Lending Hearts
Sep 27, 2023


2023 Lending Hearts Topgolf Outing presented by UPMC Hillman Cancer Center & First National Bank
On Thursday, September 21, 2023, Lending Hearts had the joy of hosting our annual Lending Hearts Topgolf Outing. We are extremely...
vassop
Sep 22, 2023

Chocolate Banana Bread
By Stephanie Wharton INGREDIENTS 2-3 ripe bananas, mashed 2 tsp pure vanilla extract 1 egg ⅓ cup butter, melted ¾ cup coconut palm sugar...
Stephanie Wharton
Sep 18, 2023


2023 Tropical 5K Classic
On Saturday, September 16, 2023, individuals of all ages came together to run the 11th annual Tropical 5K Classic at Hartwood Acres. ...
Lending Hearts
Sep 17, 2023


Pittsburgh Pirates Cancer Support Game
On Sunday, August 27, 2023, Lending Hearts families had the joy of being part of a special pre-game meet and greet experience with...
vassop
Sep 13, 2023


September 2023 e-Newsletter
⛳️ 2023 Lending Hearts Topgolf Outing is almost here! See the full newsletter by clicking HERE!
Lending Hearts
Sep 12, 2023


Light & Easy Dishes for the End of Summer - Nutrition & Cooking Demonstration with Laura Zervos
It is the end of August but not yet the end of Summer. Today, Laura shows us the way to use all the crops that are in full bloom at this...
Lending Hearts
Aug 30, 2023
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