Nov 28, 2025 By Melissa Gibson 3 min read

When pregnant women find themselves in need of help, the nonprofit Crisis Pregnancy Center provides the resources to assist them.

“We talk to them about pregnancy, adoption and abortion if that’s what they want. We do not provide abortions, but whatever decision they make we help them with resources and assist with whatever they need,” Marie Coffman, director of Crisis Pregnancy Center of Greene County said.

That might mean providing car seats, cribs, formula, diapers and other supplies to an expectant mother. It could also mean facilitating recovery options for women who choose abortion or adoption.

Although the focus falls on mothers, Coffman said the nationwide nonprofit’s reach extends to single fathers and grandparents.

“We’re seeing an increase of grandparents stepping in recently and that’s great, but it doesn’t always mean they have the means to do it,” she said, noting that the organization can help with clothing and supplies.

In Greene County, volunteers work with approximately 70 families per year, said Coffman. With the purchase of a new location on High Street in Waynesburg, she said they’re planning to expand their programs.

“We would like to start offering parenting and financial classes. Our long-term goal is to make the second floor of our home into temporary housing for single moms. We’ve put people up in hotel rooms in the past, and we’d like to have a program that helps them get on their feet if they don’t have family support,” Coffman said.

The space the newly-purchased home provides also allows the pregnancy center to possibly purchase an ultrasound machine and other equipment to further assist clients.

Coffman said it’s going to take grants and fundraising to get the job done.

“Individuals that come to us receive all of the services for free. We are funded by local churches and individuals. Some groups do a baby bottle campaign or collection, some host a baby shower and donate the items to us,” she said.

Volunteers and donors can drop off diapers or formula. They can also call to see what the current need is at the Crisis Pregnancy Center.

“For example, right now, we have a mom whose infant requires a certain kind of formula. We’re supporting her with that,” Coffman said.

She urged people to spread the word about the center to friends, family and organizations who may be able to provide help as the center settles into its new home.

“God has provided every step of the way. We’ve been very blessed,” Coffman said. “We want to support our community and to share the message that there are options, and you can do this.”

The Crisis Pregnancy Center of Greene County has a 24/7 hotline. Call 724-627-6819 for more information.