Seeing firsthand the daily childcare struggles for single mothers and low-income families motivated Lucretia McGee to start her own business -- A Home Away From Home Christian Day Care.

Starting in her own home, Lucretia moved her business two times to accommodate growing demand in East Liberty.  Now the business is ready to move a third time to accommodate more than 90 enrolled children and 21 employees.

Lucretia approached Bridgeway Capital and the Urban Redevelopment Authority of Pittsburgh for financing to purchase a new building.  The building will double her space while reducing her monthly costs.

The new location will have significant benefits:

• A kitchen, plenty of bathrooms, and many rooms for the kids to play in and learn
• Double the capacity for enrolled children and 7 new employees
• Childcare for more than 150 families over the next few years

"I'm a visionary," said Lucretia.  "But I need financing to turn the vision into a reality.  This building will impact many children and families across East Liberty."