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In this issue: Executive Director John Plante recaps the fiscal year milestones and achievements, including our FY25 Impact Report. Read the latest Family House updates, including a recap of the 42nd Family House Polo Match and construction project updates. Learn about Family House community partner, Angel Flight East. Read the

Sandy Long, from Altoona, Pennsylvania, first came to Family House in 2021 following her diagnosis of thyroid cancer. Accompanied by her mother, Patricia, Sandy underwent a thyroidectomy procedure that included the removal of her thyroid and eight lymph nodes, five of which contained cancer. While she initially followed up locally,

The life of Thomas “Tom” Mournighan continues to inspire a year after his passing thanks to the love of his family, friends… and a race car. Tom, who received a lung transplant in September 2008 after being diagnosed with progressive pulmonary fibrosis (PPF), traveled from Boston to UPMC Presbyterian for

PITTSBURGH, PA (September 24, 2025) – Family House announced that its 42nd Annual Polo Match presented by F.N.B. raised more than $250,000. The annual Polo Match is the nonprofit’s signature fundraising event, bringing together thousands of community members to Hartwood Acres for a day of tradition, sport, philanthropy, and fun.

Rob Pratte from KDKA Radio speaks with Executive Director John Plante and Director of Development Sarah Surace about Family House’s mission and the upcoming Annual Family House Polo Match on Saturday, September 6, 2025. https://youtu.be/QIXDLHNAukc

Tony and Kathy Zimmer wear many hats during the Family House Polo season in addition to the ones they have worn to the match since 1989. The couple was introduced to Polo through a client who was one of the event’s founding members, and since then have only expanded their