Action-Housing, Inc. is a Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, based organization created in 1957 by its Mayor David Lawrence and philanthropist Richard King Mellon, along with other civic leaders. It was created with the guiding principle that any great city must have not only a vibrant city center, but also strong neighborhoods and good housing for its residents. Its mission is to empower people to build more secure and self-sufficient lives through the provision of decent, affordable housing, essential supportive services, asset building programs, and educational and employment opportunities in Southwestern Pennsylvania.