Women’s Leadership Council

MEMBERS SPOTLIGHT

Meet some of the women of United Way’s Women’s Leadership Council, these leaders affect positive change for those in need in our community.

Andrea Bortoluzzi

“As your life goes through stages, you become more aware of the realities in the world. In my case, as my children got older, I started to realize the need in my local community and had more time to volunteer.”

Kenya Boswell

“Being part of this powerful network of women who are working together to improve people’s quality of life and reduce disparities in marginalized communities is impactful. I am honored to be a part of the council.”

Debbie Crum

“It’s not just donating money. You can donate your time. You can help spread the word. I think meeting other women, of all ages, that care about the community is just a big deal. It is empowering to see the difference we can make, the ideas that we come up with and the friendships that have been formed.”

Maris Dauer

What I love most is the work that I get to do in the community and with organizations like United Way.

Becky Gales

“United Way is impacting our friends, our neighbors, and other community members in our region.”

Kathy Humphrey

We are one of the largest women’s leadership councils in the country. That speaks volumes to who we are as a Pittsburgh community.

Andrea Krueger

“It is important to me that I support an organization that allows me to bring my family along to help make a difference and United Way makes that happen.”

ANASTASIYA MAKSAKOVA

“There is so much you can be involved with. Pick something you are passionate about and donate your time and skill sets. We lead by example for our peers, but also for our kids who see us actively involved.”

Tina Moracsyzk

“Growing up, I consistently witnessed my parents’ giving nature, their kindness, and their generosity. They worked hard, and always shared their blessings, so I want to set the same example for my own children.”

Laurie Peddicord

The opportunity to meet so many inspiring women you don’t know in your own community—to see what these women have done and what they are empowered to do for the community—and for members of the community. It’s a great organization.

Kerrie Pelliccione

Kerrie is passionate about advocating for others, whether through her church or at her job, where she helps coordinate programs and events between First Energy and United Way.

Tenecia Ross

WLC empowers and encourages its members to take action and create positive change in the community.

Belkys Torres

“I appreciate United Way because I can direct my financial donations to the Latino Community Center (LCC) which has provided family services and support to incoming immigrant and ethnic communities. These contributions have also helped provide education services to Latinx children and their families; support that extends to children as newborns all the way through their college years.”

Geovette Washington

“The WLC is a group of very dedicated and determined women who are figuring out new, creative ways to help their community, even during the most difficult times.”

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Women’s Leadership Council

MEMBERS SPOTLIGHT

Andrea Bortoluzzi

Kenya Boswell

Debbie Crum

Maris Dauer

Becky Gales

Kathy Humphrey

Andrea Krueger

ANASTASIYA MAKSAKOVA

Tina Moracsyzk

Laurie Peddicord

Kerrie Pelliccione

Tenecia Ross

Belkys Torres

Geovette Washington