Dear Friends,
We are proud to serve as United Way campaign co-chairs because we believe deeply in the power of people coming together to make southwestern Pennsylvania stronger. We have seen first-hand the difference that a strong, connected United Way can make across our region. Last year alone, contributions made directly to United Way made it possible for more than 1 million people in our community to receive human services assistance.
As donors ourselves, we give directly to United Way, without restrictions on which agencies or causes benefit, because we trust United Way to dedicate resources where they will have the greatest impact by responding to emerging challenges and supporting the people and organizations working every day to improve lives here at home in our five-county service area. We are not alone: a remarkable 75% of United Way’s revenue totaling $28.3 million in 2025-26 directly supported our mission, including Multi-Year Grants to the most effective nonprofits in our region, plus rapid response and emergency grants, high-impact volunteer programs and so much more.
We know the needs are significant: last year alone, United Way’s 211 human services contact center answered the call for assistance from 143,000 people and experienced a 16% increase in people needing help with basic needs like housing, food and job opportunities.
In other words, your contributions matter. We are honored to invite you to join us in giving because we believe that when we invest in United Way, we are investing in the strength and resilience of our entire region.
H. Edwin Haller IV
