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Travelers Aid of Pittsburgh

Transforming Lives Through Transportation

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Special Allowances Distributions (SPAL)

The Department of Human Services Office of Income Maintenance for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania provides Special Allowances (SPAL) for clients involved in Employment & Training activities. Transportation granted is based on an individual's eligibilities and requirements.

Who is eligible

A consumer's eligibility is determined by the client's County Assistance Office (CAO).

How to enroll

Potential enrollees can inquire with their CAO.

Duration and type of assistance offered

Duration and assistance is determined by the CAO caseworker.

Transportation offered

  • Allegheny County Port Authority Transit tickets or passes
  • Giant Eagle GetGo Gasoline Debit Cards

Participating locations

  • Greater Pittsburgh East CAO (412)645-7400
  • Liberty CAO (412)565-2652
  • Southeast CAO (412)664-6800
  • Southern CAO (412)565-2232
  • Three Rivers CAO (412)565-7755
  • About Us
    • Board of Directors
    • Administrative Staff
  • Careers
  • Community Partners
  • Distribution Hours
  • Get Involved
  • News
  • PRIVACY STATEMENT
  • Programs
    • Behavioral Health Transportation
    • COVID-19 Relief Programs
    • CYF Transportation
    • Employment Programs
    • ICU Baby Program
    • Medical Assistance Transportation
    • Mobile Moms
    • Office of Vocational Rehabilitation
    • Re-Entry Programs
    • Senior Transportation Assistance
    • Special Allowances Distributions
    • Stranded Traveler Program
    • Transportation For Food Assistance
    • Trips For Tots
    • United For Women Network
    • Veterans Transportation Assistance
    • Women’s Transportation Assistance
  • Ride-Hailing Release
  • Contact Us
  • Log In|Log Out

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Main Office :
343 Boulevard of the Allies
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Open Mon-Fri 8:30 am – 4:00 pm (updated due to COVID-19)

Program Distribution Hours May Differ From General Office Hours

Phone: (412) 281-5474
Fax: (412) 281-5049
Ride-Hailing Service: (412) 436-9621

Greyhound Office:

THE TRAVELERS AID GREYHOUND OFFICE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED INDEFINITELY DUE TO COVID-19

Grant Street Transportation Center
55 11th Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
Open Mon-Sat 9:00 am – 4:00 pm

Program Distribution Hours May Differ From General Office Hours

Phone: (412) 281-0751
Fax: (412) 281-0753

Mailing Address:
PO Box 23534
Pittsburgh, PA 15222

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