An educational nonprofit · Est. 2023
Sowing seeds of hope into Pittsburgh's young people.
Everything starts from a single seed. We develop youth and young adults through mentoring, education, cultural immersion, service, and wellness — so the harvest is plentiful and meaningful, for their lives and for our community.
Our Goal
Through Seeds of Hope programs and direct partnerships across Greater Pittsburgh — reaching young people where they are, and walking with them toward who they can become.
Impact So Far
Rooted in 2023 — and already growing.
We've put the mission into action across Pittsburgh from day one.
Every child at Community Day goes home with a fully-loaded backpack — and local veterans are honored with support each Veterans Day.
Area of Impact
Youth Development & Education
Forming young people — through middle and high school into young adulthood — in character, faith, education, and life skills, and walking with them toward who they can become.
What we do
- Mentoring and character formation
- "Scholars on the Rise" book club
- Enrichment & travel — fishing and local outings
- University of Pittsburgh "Forging Hopeful Futures" — a 6-month program, with completion certificates presented by the Mayor
- Partnership with J.A.M. (Jesus Anoints Me), serving 200+ youth citywide
In the Community
Youth in action.
Area of Impact
Community Engagement & Service
Strengthening the neighborhoods we call home — inviting the whole community in, meeting tangible needs, and connecting with others doing the work.
What we do
- Back-to-School Backpack Drive — every youth at our Community Day receives a fully-loaded backpack for the school year
- Youth Unity — Black Heritage Celebration at Mellon Park
- Collaboration with fellow community organizations
- Joint holiday giving with the Carter Redwood Foundation — 10 families served (2026)
In the Community
Serving together.
Area of Impact
Veterans Support
Honoring and supporting veterans across Pittsburgh — and connecting them with the next generation. Led by a founder who is herself a military veteran.
What we do
- Veterans Day gift cards for working-poor, retired, and homeless veterans
- American Legion “No Heroes Left Behind” recognition
- Ongoing engagement grounded in our founder's own military service
In the Community
Standing with those who served.
About Seeds of Hope
It all begins with a single seed.
An educational nonprofit rooted in Pittsburgh and the surrounding region, developing youth and young adults to learn, build, and serve.
Our Story & Vision
The Seeds of Hope vision began in 2023 — from the realization that everything starts from a single seed. But for that seed to produce a good, healthy fruit of its kind, it must be nurtured and cared for daily.
Our youth today are our Seeds of Hope for the future, and sowing into their lives must be deliberate and intentional — so the harvest is not only plentiful, but meaningful for their lives and for society.
Our Mission
Growing young people to strive and thrive.
Seeds of Hope develops youth and young adults (ages 14–24) into positive, productive members of society — sowing intentionally into young lives through mentoring, education, cultural immersion, service, and wellness, so the harvest is plentiful and meaningful.
Our Leadership
Cynthia Jennings Davis — a U.S. military veteran and community elder — founded Seeds of Hope and leads its youth, community, and veteran work.
Who We Are
Rooted, led, and distinct.
- Structure — A Pennsylvania educational nonprofit, Seeds of Hope (Pgh), Inc., rooted in Pittsburgh and the surrounding region.
- Leadership — Founded and led by Cynthia Jennings Davis, a U.S. military veteran who serves as Elder and Activities Director for New Day Youth.
- Ministry partnership — Much of our youth programming is delivered in close partnership with New Day Ministries' youth ministry.
- What makes us distinct — Veteran engagement, deep community roots, and youth placed at the center of intentional, whole-person programming.
Partners & Collaborators
We grow together.
Get Involved
Help us sow the next harvest.
Whether you give, mentor, or partner — there's a place for you at Seeds of Hope.
Ways to Give
Every gift plants a seed.
Give with Cash App
Scan the code or tap the tag to give through our verified Cash App business account. For a tax receipt, include your email address in the payment note.
Give by Mail
Checks payable to Seeds of Hope (Pgh), Inc.
100 Hyman Pl, Apt 217
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
Receipts & Questions
Every donation is acknowledged with a written receipt for your records. Reach us anytime at seedsofhopepgh@gmail.com.
Seeds of Hope (Pgh), Inc. is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity — EIN 36-5153135. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law.
Contact
Let's connect.
Our Impact
We equip young people to thrive as positive, productive members of society — through the pivotal years from adolescence to adulthood.