Reverend Marcus Harvey's passion to help others overcome their drug and alcohol addictions led him to create Strength Inc., a nonprofit resource and referral center in Wilkinsburg with programs that include education for inmates, housing for homeless men and recovering addicts, job readiness programs, and much more - -completely free of charge.

As the organization grew, Rev. Harvey was presented with an opportunity to purchase a former church.  Bridgeway Capital and others helped with the purchase, which has provided additional space for Strength Inc. and a spiritual healing program for its clients.

Today, Strength Inc. continues to transform the community with its efforts:

• Serves an average of 1,500 clients at its facilities
• Shares space with an alternative school that promotes emotional and social wellness, as well as academic achievements
• Offers a way for members of the community to become re-engaged through counseling and education

"I never planned for an organization of this magnitude," said Reverend Harvey.  "I felt the call on my life, and when you feel the call, there's nothing more important than going after it."