A Formula for Cheer
In June 2022, thanks to support from Allegheny County DHS and corporate/foundation partners, our Beverly’s Babies division launched A Formula for Cheer: The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank. This is the regions first and only public formula bank network and is designed to be a bridge-based support service to help families who are struggling financially or to find formula to feed their baby.
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The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank Locations
Our public banks are located throughout Allegheny, Westmoreland, and Washington county. All locations are open on varying hours/dates. A baby can receive up to 12 cans of formula or the liquid (RTF) equivalent in his/her first year.
Stocking the formula bank
11065 Parker Drive, North Huntingdon, PA 15642
HOURS
Monday – Friday
9AM- 4PM
415 East 4th Avenue, Tarentum, PA 15084
HOURS
Monday 12PM- 8PM
Tuesday – Friday 8AM – 4PM
1630 Arlington Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15210
HOURS
Mon 12PM- 4PM ⋅ Tues – Fri 9AM – 4PM
(Please Call)
7219 Kelly Street, Pittsburgh, PA 15208
HOURS
Monday 9AM- 4PM
Tuesday – Friday 9AM – 5PM
304 Wood St, 4th Floor Pittsburgh, PA 15222
HOURS
Monday – Friday
8AM- 5PM
Formula Dashboard: Last Updated April 11, 2024
Listed are the locations and product we regularly have available at the formula bank locations. Note: You can visit any of the bank locations regardless of where you physically reside. We suggest you still call the bank directly if you have intentions of utilizing the service for real time inventory. If you have questions, please contact our main office at 724-590-5106.
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Out of Stock
Low Inventory
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Similac
| Formula | Beverlys Birthdays | Highlands | Hilltop | Homewood | McKeesport | Monessen | ELRC - Region 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Similac Advance Powder | |||||||
| Similac Sensitive Powder | |||||||
| Similac Alimentum Hypoallergenic RTF | |||||||
| Similac Soy Powder | |||||||
| Similac Neosure Powder |
Enfamil
| Formula | Beverlys Birthdays | Highlands | Hilltop | Homewood | McKeesport | Monessen | ELRC - Region 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Enfamil Infant Powder | |||||||
| Enfamil Gentlease Powder | |||||||
| Enfamil Nutramigen RTF | |||||||
| Enfamil Nutramigen Powder | |||||||
| Enfamil NeuroPro EnfaCare Powder | |||||||
| Enfamil A.R. Powder |
Other
| Formula | Beverlys Birthdays | Highlands | Hilltop | Homewood | McKeesport | Monessen | ELRC - Region 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gerber Good Start Soothe Pro Powder | |||||||
| Gerber Good Start Gentle Powder |
If you do not see a formula you use listed, please contact us directly at 724-590-5106.
Frequently Asked Questions
Managed by Beverly’s Birthdays and their baby division, Beverly’s Babies, The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank is a resource to support families in need of baby formula during a personal, situational, or financial emergency/crisis.
We have public sites throughout Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. You can visit any of the public sites regardless of your physical location. See locations above.
The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank operates as a network and follows the client (child) from the date of his/her first service to the first birthday. A family can visit any of the formula banks, but the client (child) can receive only 12 standard cans of infant formula per year and no more than 2 standard cans per visit. A visit is defined as 1 service within 24 hours.
Ex: If you visit McKeesport site and then a month later you visit Hilltop, the items you received at McKeesport are added to the items you receive at Hilltop.
The child can receive up to 12 standard cans of infant formula per year and no more than 2 standard cans per visit (based on inventory available). A visit is defined as 1 service within a 24-hour period.
1 standard can (12.4 ounce) = 1 standard can
3 Ready to Feed Liquid = 1 standard can
1 large can (21.5-30 ounces) = 2 standard cans
The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank can provide you with information regarding the different types of formula but cannot provide any medical advice. Please consult your child’s pediatrician if you have any specific questions regarding switching formula or medical concerns.
No, the resource is free and is designed to support families who are experiencing an emergency/crisis formula need. We welcome product and monetary donations.
The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank typically carries the following brands: Similac, Enfamil, Gerber, Parent’s Choice, and Tippy Toes. We do our best to offer the different varieties within each brand. We suggest calling a site if you have question regarding whether we have a certain type available.
The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank purchases formula directly from manufacturers and retailers. We also accept donations of brand new, unopened, unexpired formula. If you would like to donate any formula, you can drop it off at any of the sites.
The Greater Pittsburgh Infant Formula Bank keeps track of this information, and the sites can assist you. If you have specific questions, call Beverly’s Birthdays at 724-590-5106.
We will collect general contact/demographic information on both the parent/guardian and the child. This information will be collected or confirmed at any service at any site.
Yes. We support all families in their feeding journey and can connect you to additional resources for lactation support.
Our Funders
Thank you to the generous support of the private, corporate, and community foundation community and Allegheny County DHS (Hello Baby). We want to acknowledge the following foundations for their current (2024) investment in the service: The Birmingham Foundation, The McKeesport Hospital Foundation, Equitrans Midstream Foundation, Magee Women’s Hospital Foundation with R.K Mellon Foundation, Allegheny County Medical Society Foundation, Giving2Grow, The Nina Baldwin Fisher Foundation, Audrey Hillman Fisher Foundation, Staunton Farms Foundation, McAuley Ministries, and First Steps and Beyond.