"I think it’s important that young and early-career professionals have a voice in philanthropy. Philanthropy is not just about charity; it’s also an opportunity to learn about fields and sectors that…

"No one is above what’s happening right now. This touches everyone. Our community nonprofits and their volunteers are literally keeping people alive. So many were already vulnerable and now they’re…

"I was drawn to United Way through the energy and passion of other volunteers. I wanted to be part of a group that was working hard to better the community."

"I think it is so important to give back to your surrounding community to build up your neighbors. There is so much that needs done close to home."

"The organization has a great balance of focusing on the short-term needs of the community while being mindful of long-term sustainability."

"I knew for awhile I wanted to get involved with service work, and United Way provides so many opportunities to do that."

"I want to be a good role model for them. Not just tell them what to do, but show them what to do."

"I wanted to be a part of an organization that was making a difference, not one that was hosting events just to check off a box."

"As a member of LINC, I will have the opportunity to become more involved with the United Way and give back to the community on a regular basis."

"I’m a loyal and proud Pittsburgher, and I like knowing there’s a fund through United Way that I can give money to and know that it will be disbursed in a way that best benefits the region."

"United Way never fails to find energetic young professionals who want to better their communities. "

"I love that they provide holistic assistance for everyone and anyone, because we all get down and out at times. I’ve been hands-on with them for years, and I really enjoy the organization."

"Thankfully United Way does a great job of engaging employees from PPG and other companies and it’s become a channel for me to learn where help is needed, and how I could volunteer in things and be useful.…

"I’ve been on boards where they always have the same ideas floating around, but with United Way there are always fresh ideas and new things going on, and they always want to know how things are going…

"No one has to go it alone — we live and work in this society with our family and friends — and I’ve benefited from that support. I want to take time to help someone else. "

"Seeing United Way focus on individuals in need, who might be scared to ask for help at times, is great. They provide access to services to people who truly need it — and they do it in a compassionate…

"Because the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania is a larger organization, it’s just in a much better place to serve the local needs, with local staff on the ground."

"Being involved in Bridges Society allows me to interact with a similar demographic of young professionals and opens up so many opportunities to get involved."

"I just love the chance to get to know more people, and I think volunteering is a great way to get involved in your community and meet other people who also share a value system that you do."

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