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Good Neighbor Podcast: PittsburghE20: Accessing Community Lifelines: Civically Inc.'s Transformative Support in WilkinsburgWhat makes Marita Garrett with Civically Inc. a good neighbor? Removing barriers isn't just a catchphrase for Marita Garrett and Civically Inc—it's a mission that's transformed Pittsburgh's East End for a decade.When Marita founded Civically Inc as a councilwoman in Wilkinsburg, she recognized a fundamental truth: people facing immediate needs like hunger or lack of clothing couldn't meaningfully participate in civic life. This realization birthed a revolutionary approach to community service where anyone who can make it to their programs qualifies for help—no questions asked, no ID required."We wa...2025-07-1817 min