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Pittsburgh Deafblind Lions Sewing Projects for

Annual Pasta Fundraiser Lutheran World Relief

Pittsburgh, PA. Pitts- Valparaiso, IN. The $250 GCU GoGive! grant,
burgh DeafBlind Lions enabled the purchase of several bolts of mate-
Club hosted its annual rial (cotton and flannel) to be used for various
Pasta Event at St. John the projects. The fabric was used for baby blankets,
Baptist Byzantine Church diapers, and quilts for the less fortunate. Thank
in South Side-Pittsburgh you GCU for helping us achieve our goals and
on Saturday, June 7. The helping others through the Lutheran World Re-
event was well attended lief effort.
by neighbors, parishio-
ners and Lions members. Carla Nolting
Homemade alfredo and
marinara sauces were
made by Lion Greg and
Bev Rebovich (sister of
Lion Barb). Meatballs,
salad, bread and desserts were available for eat in or takeout.
With the profits from the event the Club was
able to donate to South Side Kids, Holy Mary
Food Pantry, and many of the Lions Founda-
tions helping with sight and hearing support.
Thanks to all the volunteers, the chefs and
those who supported our annual fundraiser.
Thanks to the GCU GoGive! program for the
seed money to purchase supplies and ingre-
dients for the event.

Barbara Rebovich

14 GCU MAGAZINE AUGUST 2025