Disaster Response: Hurricane Helene
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United Way’s Free Tax Preparation Coalition seeks 450 volunteer tax preparers and greeters
/in News /by akougherUnited Way IMPACT Awards celebrate local heroes
/in News /by akougherHow Pitt is helping the commonwealth thrive in an increasingly digital world
/in News /by akougherPitt’s United Way Campaign is back
/in News /by akougherUnited Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania receives $25,000 grant from Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation
/in News /by akougherVolunteers needed: Contribute your time to Pitt’s United Way Campaign
/in News /by akougherWatt Geer’s Viewpoint: Act now to improve housing stability across Pennsylvania
/in News /by akougherGrant for internet to help veterans get connected
/in News /by akougherCycling love: United Way and volunteers assemble 600 bikes for region’s children
/in News /by akougherMore working Pennsylvania families are struggling to make ends meet, report finds
/in News /by akougherVolunteers pack up 35,000 books to distribute to kids across Pittsburgh region
/in News /by akougherPoverty simulation educates people on community needs
/in News /by akougherMixer and Shopping Crawl
/in News /by akougherUnited Way hosts annual shopping spree in Westmoreland County
/in News /by akougherLocal United Way chapter to invade Saxonburg
/in News /by akougherPitt undergrads will offer free tax assistance through April 12
/in News /by akougherVolunteers make book packs for elementary students
/in News /by akougherFlashlight kits shine light on careers in science, technology
/in News /by akougherBayer grant helps United Way and partners work on food insecurity issues in the region
/in News /by akougherUnited Way grant expands Derry Area ag drone program
/in News /by akougherPennsylvania is seeing record SNAP participation
/in News /by akougherUnited Way’s Free Tax Prep program seeks to help 12,000 individuals receive critical refunds
/in News /by akougherUnited Way’s Free Tax Prep program seeks to help 12,000 individuals receive critical refunds
/in News /by akougherUnited Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania receives $50,000 grant from Bayer Fund
/in News /by akougherFree tax preparation program seeking volunteers for Western Pa. sites
/in News /by akougherUnited Way seeking tax prep volunteers in and around Allegheny County
/in News /by akougherBobbi Watt Geer and Alyssa Cholodofsky: What poverty estimates are missing
/in News /by akougherUnited Way seeks volunteer tax preparers
/in News /by akougherUnited Way’s Free Tax Preparation seeks 350 volunteer preparers and greeters
/in News /by akougherUnited Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania brings significant advancement to local 211 service
/in News /by akougherComcast and United Way Expand Digital Navigator Network in Southwestern Pennsylvania, Powered by $363,000 Comcast Grant
/in News /by akougherThe annual Pitt United Way Campaign is here
/in News /by akougherLigonier Valley BPW focuses on United Way, NWBW
/in News /by akougherNew Census data illustrates the Pittsburgh region’s resiliency — and its lingering disparities
/in News /by akougherUnited Way’s Week of Caring event held at HAVIN
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Week of Caring
/in News /by akougherIt’s United Way’s annual Week of Caring. Here’s how you can get involved.
/in News /by akougherSloan’s Viewpoint: The importance of raising your hand as a young professional
/in News /by akougherUnited Way Packs School Supplies For Students
/in News /by akougherUnited Way helps bring back summer
/in News /by akougherUnited Way Community Impact grants boost 110 Pittsburgh region organizations
/in News /by akougherUnited Way announces 2023-2026 Community Impact grantees
/in News /by akougherUnited Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania awarding Impact Fund grants
/in News /by akougherUnited Way awards over $240,000 in grants
/in News /by akougherUnited Way Announces 2023-2026 Community Impact Grantees
/in News /by akougherUnited Way kicks off 9th Build-A-Bike in county
/in News /by akougherLetter to the editor: United Way nourishes our community
/in News /by akougher100 Pittsburgh Leaders
/in News /by akougherUnited Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania Receives $50,000 Grant from Bayer Fund
/in News /by akougherUnited Way provides educational tools for Fayette kids
/in News /by akougherThe 2022 Pennsylvania Nonprofit Power 100
/in News /by akougherVolunteer opportunities abound in Pittsburgh
/in News /by akougherUnited Way announces fundraising campaign results
/in News /by gbuyanAround Town: United Way’s Build-A-Bike 2022 events
/in News /by gbuyanThe Pitt Community donated more than $700,000 to this year’s United Way campaign
/in News /by gbuyanVolunteers brave heat to assemble bicycles for Westmoreland county kids in need
/in News /by gbuyanVolunteers build bikes for kids in need
/in News /by gbuyanAround Town: Duquesne Club’s Women of the Club event
/in News /by gbuyanWestmoreland happenings: Easter services, meetings, crime lecture, more (fundraisers)
/in News /by gbuyanThe 2022 Pittsburgh Power 100
/in News /by gbuyanPeople on the Move
/in News /by gbuyanUnited Way’s free tax prep program available through April 14
/in News /by gbuyanThe Way Forward: How United Way is Evolving to Better Serve our Community
/in Blog, Featured Blog, Voices United /by Bobbi Watt GeerBy Bobbi Watt Geer, President and CEO, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania In the last 18 months, we have all […]
Looking For A Way To Give Back? United Way Is Looking For Tax Prep Volunteers
/in News /by Megan McCueWhat they learned: How local leaders will apply lessons from the pandemic moving forward
/in Featured Blog, News /by Megan McCueFree tax prep changes lives; volunteers can help the community
/in News /by Megan McCueThe Stroller, Dec. 21, 2020: Events in the Alle-Kiski Valley
/in News /by Megan McCueGreater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank distributes 200 holiday meals to families in need
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way of Southwestern PA announces new board chair
/in News /by Megan McCueGive your time to others
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way and Arconic Foundation Partner to Support Student Success
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way to give meals to students
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way continues COVID-19 relief efforts
/in News /by Megan McCueLocal Festival Attendees Contribute to Charitable Cause
/in News /by Megan McCueBofA continues community support in Pittsburgh region
/in News /by Megan McCueCommunity foundations work to shore up nonprofit infrastructure to meet needs
/in News /by Megan McCueHarshman’s Viewpoint: In the face of crisis, Pittsburghers rise to the challenge
/in News /by Megan McCuePittsburgh Foundation’s Emergency Action Fund awards more than $8 million for COVID-19 relief
/in News /by Megan McCueDespite widespread efforts, the Pittsburgh area faces hurdles to address food insecurity amid pandemic
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way, Eat’n Park partner with Jeannette schools to provide meals during pandemic
/in News /by Megan McCueWith unemployment benefits slow to arrive, many are left ‘treading water’ to meet basic needs
/in News /by Megan McCuePittsburgh Steelers raising money for the Salvation Army and United Way during Draft-A-Thon
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way Helping Fund Meals For Butler School District Students
/in News /by Megan McCuePNC Foundation provides $1M for meal distribution at schools during COVID-19 crisis
/in News /by Megan McCueAn outpouring of wanna-be volunteers, as agencies try to help them do it safely
/in News /by Megan McCueWLC Wine Tasting Cancelled
/in News /by Megan McCueDue to the COVID-19 outbreak, the 2020 Women’s Leadership Council Annual Wine Tasting has been cancelled. We had recently rescheduled […]
Duquesne Light commits $500K to COVID-19 Emergency Action Fund
/in News /by Megan McCuePittsburgh philanthropies commit $10M to coronavirus emergency
/in News /by Megan McCuePittsburgh region’s foundation community responds to coronavirus pandemic
/in News /by Megan McCuePittsburgh foundations pledge $10 million to help those hardest hit by COVID-19
/in News /by Megan McCueFoundations Respond, As Coronavirus Will Make Vulnerable People “Even More Vulnerable”
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way’s Be a Middle School Mentor Dinner
/in News /by Megan McCueFirst Butler County resident to receive John Heinz award
/in News /by Megan McCueHelping their neighbors
/in News /by Megan McCueVIDEO: KDKA TV Sunday Business Page: Tax Preparation
/in News /by Megan McCueAnother strategy for tax-savvy Pittsburghers
/in News /by Megan McCueWestmoreland food bank benefits from annual United Way/Shop ‘n Save shopping spree
/in News /by Megan McCueAround Town N’at: United Way, Reed Smith, Even Hotel and Roll for a Reason
/in News /by Megan McCueHere’s what local leaders are doing to fill the skills gap
/in News /by Megan McCuePHOTOS: Filling the Gap keynote and panel at Fairmont Pittsburgh
/in News /by Megan McCueFilling the gap: Out-of-the-box strategies for tapping into underutilized talent
/in News /by Megan McCueSharing the joy of reading
/in News /by Megan McCueUNITED WAY SEEKS 500 VOLUNTEERS FOR TAX SEASON
/in News /by Megan McCueShowing college spirit to help others
/in News /by Megan McCueShop and Share the Season benefits program for seniors
/in News /by Megan McCueDespite a few prominent appointments, Pittsburgh-area nonprofits still struggle to diversify leadership
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way seeking volunteers to assist low-wage earning workers with taxes
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way seeks volunteers to help with tax refunds
/in News /by Megan McCueComing together for a cause
/in News /by Megan McCueOut & About: Champions of Dance take over Ramada Greensburg
/in News /by Megan McCueSome Pittsburgh schools make progress despite chronic problems, A+ Schools reports
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way looking for volunteers to help low-income families with tax returns
/in News /by Megan McCueDance-off to benefit United Way senior companionship program
/in News /by Megan McCueKennametal golf outing supports United Way
/in News /by Megan McCueNEXT Up: Bobbi Watt Geer on thinking regionally and being a “daredevil at heart”
/in News /by Megan McCueSteelers helping to keep kids active
/in News /by Megan McCueWestmoreland County cold weather shelter program begins on Friday
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way Hosting Informational Sessions
/in News /by Megan McCueUniontown event helps young students transition into school
/in News /by Megan McCueWarren Buffett’s son visits 2-1-1 call center for people in crisis as part of Pittsburgh stop
/in News /by Megan McCueEditorial: Helping women helps us all
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way Week Of Caring Gets Started
/in News /by Megan McCue‘United for Women’ helps local women emerge from crisis
/in News /by Megan McCueElderly malnutrition focus of Westmoreland awareness week
/in News /by Megan McCueThe United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania hosts concert in Pittsburgh featuring Peter Buffett
/in News /by Megan McCueKenny Ross Auto pledges donation on car sales to help veterans
/in News /by Megan McCueAround Town N’at: Women’s Leadership Council hosts event
/in News /by Megan McCueThe Women’s Leadership Council improves thousands of lives. With help from Elizabeth Smart, they aim to do even more.
/in News /by Megan McCueATI employees give Tarentum’s Dreshar Stadium a new look on Day of Caring
/in News /by Megan McCueDay of Caring: United Way volunteers lend a hand across Westmoreland, region
/in News /by Megan McCueKidnapping survivor Elizabeth Smart ‘grateful’ for what she learned from her ordeal
/in News /by Megan McCueEvent to host Emmy-winning musician
/in News /by Megan McCueGreensburg’s ‘Bridging the Gap’ poetry project to feature Pittsburgher’s ode
/in News /by Megan McCueElizabeth Smart to speak in Pittsburgh for United Way women’s leadership event
/in News /by Megan McCueHealth Department Announces Three Additional “Live Well Allegheny” Members
/in News /by Megan McCuePersonalities of Pittsburgh: Bobbi Watt Geer, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Nate Doughty – Intern, Pittsburgh Business Times 7 hours ago Every day shortly after 5 a.m., Bobbi Watt Geer joins a small group who […]
Five Tips for Preparing Five-Year-Olds for Kindergarten
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Barbie Jones, Early Childhood Liaison for Derry Area School District Susan spent her early childhood years with a nanny and […]
Bobbi Watt Geer Named New President and CEO of United Way of Southwestern PA: First Female to Lead Regional United Way in its 92-Year History
/in News /by Megan McCueBobbi Watt Geer named to lead United Way of Southwestern PA
/in News /by Megan McCueCompassion is contagious: Caring for my family motivated me to help caregivers at work. It can inspire you, too.
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Sheliah Heckla, Vice President of Human Resources, UPMC Whether it is stopping by weekly to mow the lawn, helping […]
Highmark Foundation partners with United Way to support female veterans
/in News /by Megan McCueSmall Efforts Make Big Differences: Five Ways You Can Help Stop Hunger and Homelessness in Your Community
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Morgan O’Brien, CEO, Peoples Natural Gas Company LLC Last winter, Susan, a mother of three, contacted 2-1-1 with concerns […]
Practice Makes Progress: How to Talk with the Youth in Your Life About What it Means to be in a Healthy Relationship
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Julie Evans, MSW, Pittsburgh Action Against Rape How do you ask your child if they’ve ever been pressured to […]
Walmart to allow more time for greeters with disabilities to adjust to new demands
/in News /by Megan McCueThree cool – and free! – book programs for Pittsburgh kids, from tots to teens
/in News /by Megan McCueA friendly interaction or an extra set of hands: You can impact a senior today
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Chris Mohler-King, Owner, Sendell Motors My grandmother was an independent woman who lived in Michigan. As she got older, my family recognized that […]
Mentoring once a week has a powerful impact
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Hayley Haldeman I first learned of United Way’s Be a Middle School Mentor program five years ago, when I […]
2-1-1 will be available to all PA residents by end of year; United Way of Southwestern PA to handle management of additional three counties
/in News /by Megan McCueFree Tax Preparation Now Available From United Way
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania CFO honored with ‘Men of Excellence’ award
/in News /by Megan McCueRecord-breaking cold snap kicks Allegheny County warming center, shelters ‘into overdrive’
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way’s Free Tax Prep program to help local working families
/in News /by Megan McCuePennsylvania improving services for people with disabilities, report says
/in News /by Megan McCueSouth Hills Interfaith Movement calls on volunteers for CheckMates program
/in News /by Megan McCueThe importance of giving all year round – not just during the holidays
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Al Novak, Vice President and Chief Development Officer, Excela Health Whether it be donating toys, making financial contributions, or […]
Volunteer tax preparers needed by Jan. 1
/in News /by Megan McCueIrwin food pantry benefits from United Way holiday shopping spree
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way rallies community to mentor local middle schoolers
/in News /by Megan McCueLifting up struggling families before they hit rock bottom
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Stacy Juchno, general auditor, PNC Can you imagine not being able to put food on the table for your […]
Volunteers needed for free tax prep program in Allegheny, Westmoreland and neighboring counties
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way promotes initiative to support financially struggling families
/in News /by Megan McCueShow the young men in your life the importance of respect
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Mike Collodi As adults, it is our responsibility to demonstrate positive behaviors and actions to the young people in […]
Empowering people with disabilities: helping to make lives brighter and businesses stronger
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Terri Bone, United Way Tocqueville Society member Throughout the course of my career, I often have been the only […]
Giving your time and dollars to the most effective change-agents
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Rob DeMichiei, executive vice president and CFO, UPMC Corporate social responsibility is a movement aimed at encouraging companies to […]
Chronic Absence Data Brings a Community Together to Support Students
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way of Southwestern PA earns Charity Navigator four-star rating for eighth consecutive year
/in News /by Megan McCuePositive attendance, positive future
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Patrick Dowd, executive director, Allies for Children As the summer comes to an end and kids head back to […]
Holy Family Institute’s tale of survival
/in News /by Megan McCueVolunteers needed to help nonprofits during Day of Caring
/in News /by Megan McCueFor people with special needs, the housing dilemma persists
/in News /by Megan McCueWhy we should support our community’s veterans
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Dr. Howard B. Slaughter, Jr., U.S. Navy Defense Intelligence Agency (pentagon) and U.S. Army 479th Field Artillery Brigade Reserves […]
Southwestern Pa. United Way wants to help disadvantaged kids ride their first bike
/in News /by Megan McCueWorking together makes our community stronger
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Dan LaVallee, director of government and business relations, government programs, UPMC Health Plan, and chair, Butler Local Operating Board, […]
Study: 40 percent of Pa. households struggle to make ends meet
/in News /by Megan McCue2017 United Way Campaign Awards luncheon
/in News /by Megan McCueEmployment First Legislation Passes Pennsylvania House and Senate
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way celebrates 2017 successes in Southwestern Pennsylvania
/in News /by Megan McCueMaking more spaces for play
/in News /by Megan McCueKeep your families’ minds working: an adventure checklist for summer
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Stephanie DeMaro Every summer has a story. I don’t know about you, but the summer months are my favorite […]
Need in our community is growing – The top three issues financially struggling families face
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerBy Leroy Ball President & CEO, Koppers; Chair, 2017 United Way Campaign Imagine not knowing where your next meal was coming […]
United Way is hosting its fifth annual Build-a-Bike this June — and you can register to volunteer
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerTogether we can ensure children have the food they need to grow and thrive
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerBy Chris West, child nutrition outreach coordinator, Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank Many of us remember that feeling we had […]
Kidsburgh Heroes: Annie Yonas and Griffin Kerstetter mark 7 years of quilt-making for Pittsburgh homeless
/in News /by Megan McCueGood Neighbor Awards held at the Hotel Monaco
/in News /by Megan McCueSummer ’18 Website and Job Fairs for Young People
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerKidsburgh: Summer ’18 Website, Job Fairs Offer Learning Opportunities For Kids While School Is Out
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerHow doing good and giving back can benefit employee morale
/in News /by Megan McCueSuggestions on how to run a successful employee giving campaign by John Mackie, Senior Vice President, Hefren-Tillotson, Inc. At Hefren-Tillotson, […]
United Way of Southwestern PA now includes Butler
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerUnited Way groups of southwest Pa., Butler County join together to improve services
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerButler’s United Way is merging with the regional organization
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerWLC Wine Tasting held at Heinz Hall
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerThe power of women helping one another
/in News /by Megan McCueSupporting each other, standing up for each other, and leaning on each other. By Claire Zangerle, Chief Nurse Executive at […]
Kids and adults get in on the fun for Dr. Seuss Reading Day
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerCoLab 18 Opens in Nova Place
/in News /by Megan McCueCalls to 211 helpline grew by 7,000 last year
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerMore people calling 2-1-1 hotline for social service assistance
/in News /by Megan McCueBenefits of student mentoring go both ways
/in News /by Megan McCueFeeding The Spirit
/in News /by Jonathan WinklerBy Dominick Domasky, Feeding the Spirit board member and inspirational speaker and author “Whenever you feel like criticizing anyone, just […]
How to cultivate a meaningful relationship with a local senior, and why you should
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Loren Roth, M.D. MPH Our elders serve as guideposts and models for each of us. They have paved the […]
Setting your 2018 resolution – and keeping it
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Kristen Hemmings, Wealth Management Associate, Coghill Investment Strategies and WLC member It’s the hap-happiest time of the year, right? […]
RFP: PA 2-1-1 Southwest requests after-hours services
/in News /by Megan McCueNSCM and United Way offer free tax prep program for Northside residents
/in News /by Megan McCueNavigating adolescence: a mentorship story
/in News /by Megan McCueIRS: 1 of 5 missing out on Earned Income Tax Credit
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way offers free tax prep in Southwestern Pennsylvania
/in News /by Megan McCueLow-income individuals, families find assistance through United Way’s Free Tax Prep program
/in News /by Megan McCueFree Tax Prep Volunteers
/in News /by Megan McCuePittsburgh Public Schools, Woodland Hills plan partnership for student transportation
/in News /by Megan McCueOut & About: Dancing With Celebrities benefits Open Your Heart to a Senior
/in News /by Megan McCueLessons from an accountant: Five things to help you prepare for tax season
/in News /by Megan McCueby Tracey Jeffreys, Controller, Strassburger McKenna Gutnick & Gefsky; United Way Free Tax Prep volunteer I have been an accountant […]
App aims to get students with disabilities on ‘trajectory for independent living’
/in News /by Megan McCueWolf Administration , United Way of Southwestern PA Announce New App to Help Students with Disabilities Find Jobs That Pay
/in News /by Megan McCueMentoring: Why showing up matters
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Charles Peterson, Corporate Responsibility Officer, KeyBank For three years, I mentored a middle schooler. When I began volunteering, I […]
More than 470 volunteer tax preparers needed for Free Tax Preparation Campaign
/in News /by Megan McCueSupport Hurricane Harvey Relief Efforts
/in News /by Megan McCueVolunteers help children develop healthy habits through play
/in News /by Megan McCue16th annual Women’s Leadership Council Breakfast
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way initiative sets goal to raise $1 million for women in need
/in News /by Megan McCueWomen helping women: United Way initiative improves 6K lives, officials say
/in News /by Megan McCueTeaching kids to give back and make an impact
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Robyn Gross, Director Asset Management, Alcoa Corporation My maternal grandmother was a huge influence in my life. When she […]
Making an impact through collaboration and research
/in News /by Megan McCueBy Dan Milwit, Vice President/General Manager, Enterprise Holdings My father dedicated his life’s work to various charities, so when I […]
Kicking things off in style
/in News /by Megan McCueSchools in Allegheny County look to texting to help tackle student attendance problems
/in News /by Megan McCueWestern Pa. leaders strive to reduce chronic absenteeism in schools
/in News /by Megan McCueUnited Way social service 2-1-1 hotline to add app, texting in foreign languages
/in News /by Megan McCueJoining forces to make a difference
/in News /by Megan McCue