Volunteer to be a Snow Angel for 2024-2025

HELP PROVIDE snow clearance for SENIORS and Pittsburghers with Disabilities

The City of Pittsburgh is excited to announce the official launch of the 2024-2025 Snow Angels program. The program pairs community volunteers with seniors and residents with disabilities who need assistance shoveling and salting their sidewalks and walkways throughout the winter. 

“The Snow Angels program is a vital service that helps some of our most vulnerable residents continue to live in their homes,” said Mayor Ed Gainey. “As we launch the 2024-2025 Snow Angels season, I am asking residents to once again be present in our community and volunteer to become a Snow Angel to ensure that seniors and Pittsburghers with disabilities can continue to thrive during and after winter weather events.” 

Data from past years shows the number of neighbors in need of assistance far surpasses the number of volunteers who sign up in many areas of the city. This year, the city is working to develop new partnerships with community-based organizations, youth sports leagues, faith-based groups, and employers to close this gap in several communities.

The Mayor’s Office is excited to continue its tradition of honoring the neighborhood with the most volunteers with the Golden Shovel Award. Congratulations Bloomfield for being the Golden Shovel Awardee last winter! 

The City of Pittsburgh is encouraging all residents to volunteer to help their neighbors in need.  Along with fostering stronger community relationships and relieving some of the stress that comes from winter weather events, Snow Angels makes Pittsburgh’s sidewalks safer for those who are regularly outside during inclement weather – like postal carriers, firefighters, and police officers. 

“Our city is known for its kind and generous people, and I am so thankful to the youth groups, sports teams, and community organizations that have already answered the call to become a Snow Angel. For those who have thought about volunteering, I encourage you to visit our website and sign up today. Your work as a snow angel is an important step in keeping our city safe for everyone,” Gainey continued. 

Volunteers and recipients can learn more and sign up online at  https://engage.pittsburghpa.gov/snow-angels.  Neighbors seeking services and volunteers can also register for the program by calling 311. Residents can contact the Snow Angels Program directly at 412-255-2621 or  snowangels@pittsburghpa.gov.