United Way is where those most committed to our region work together to create lasting change. Our donors and volunteers participate in grant application reviews, widening the circle of people who understand the needs of our region. Here’s where you can learn about upcoming events, read our blog, access our news releases or request interviews with our staff.
News & Events
Join us in congratulating Lynne Popash on her retirement!
United Way statement about the passing of Richard Simmons
Bobbi Watt Geer, president & CEO, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
License to Thrive puts people on the road to financial stability
Emma Martin, Media Relations and Storytelling Associate
GEARING UP FOR GOOD: We need your help evaluating funding proposals.
While many funders rely solely on internal staff or a small committee, we engage more than 100 donors
SNAP crisis brought back memories, prompted action
Bobbi Watt Geer, Ph.D., President & CEO
In the News
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Volunteers sort donated books for children at 8th annual United Way Big Book Drop
Latrobe Bulletin
United Way of Southwestern Pa. distributing 40,000 books to in-need kids
TribLIVE
Women’s Center & Shelter nets nearly $140K at Celebrating Survivors event and more (Around Town)
Pittsburgh Business Times
Building community for deaf young people
Center for Hearing & Deaf Services, Inc. promotes connection and community.
Finding her way back to banking
Mon Valley Initiative (MVI) supports people as they move toward financial stability.
Mon Valley Initiative
Career counseling helps people build their own bright futures
Jewish Family and Community Services
Augustine (Gus) Faucher, Ph.D. and Amy Crawford-Faucher, M.D.
Gus Faucher and Amy Crawford-Faucher bring unique perspectives to their roles as Tocqueville Society Co-Chairs. We asked them about their work and what they wish people knew about United Way.
A recipe for success: Sam’s culinary journey
Community Kitchen is a partner agency of United Way.
For Media
Please check back often to read our news releases, access our branding guidelines and learn more about our work at United Way. For more information or to request an interview, please contact Kitty Julian, chief marketing officer, at [email protected] or 412-456-6865.