We’re an ecumenical, 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to providing inclusive, community-based homes, in-home services, and advocacy to people with intellectual disabilities in the Pittsburgh region.
By sharing their lives with one another, our residents and staff develop strong , caring relationships, which foster mutual growth and empower Community members to live up to their greatest potentials.
![img-about-emmaus Image of Happy Emmaus consumers](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img-about-emmaus.jpg)
Emmaus Management
The Emmaus Directors and Program Managers are a mission-focused team of individuals who use their skills and experience to ensure that Emmaus brings the highest quality of services to each person it serves.
![Karen Jacobsen - CEO](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-staff-k-jacobsen-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
![Margaret Pollock - Chief Financial Officer](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-staff-m-pollock-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
![Kelly Stillwell - Director of IDD Services](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-staff-k-stillwell-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
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![Jennifer Pavlisko - Director of Human Resources](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-staff-j-pavlisko-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
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![MiRan Surh - Director of Community Relations](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-staff-m-surh-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
![Dave Treece - Compliance Officer](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-Dave-T-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
![Kristy Weaver - Residential Program Manager](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/img-staff-k-buczynski-wpv_169x193_center_center.jpg)
Special Thanks to Our Emmaus Board Members
The Emmaus Board of Directors is comprised of individuals from a variety of industries and fields who volunteer their time and skills to further the Emmaus mission.
![img-about-emmaus-board image of emmaus board member speaking at event](https://www.emmauspgh.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/img-about-emmaus-board.jpg)
Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh has earned the GuideStar Exchange Seal, demonstrating its commitment to transparency.
To view our IRS 990 tax forms and audited financial statements, visit our profile at Guidestar.com.
Latest Emmaus Announcements
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Tickets now for sale for the 2024 Emmaus Purse Bash Raffle!
Do you love fashion? Are you feeling lucky? Get ready for the 2024 Emmaus Purse Bash Raffle! Emmaus will be giving away ten designer purses and an assortment of designer
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BIG NEWS! The Emmaus headquarters are moving to the South Hills!
We have some BIG news to share! After more than 30 years at our current location in the South Side, Emmaus is moving! Later this year, we’ll be opening our
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Fun in the Sun at the Annual Emmaus Vacation!
For more than 30 years the Emmaus Community of Pittsburgh has been taking an annual Summer vacation to enjoy a few days of fun and relaxation. This year Emmaus residents