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
Fundraising and volunteerism are core curriculum at United Way Champion School Districts
Emma Martin, Media Relations and Storytelling Associate
Your Future, Your Voice: PEAL and Life’sWork empower youth to take charge of their futures
For youth with disabilities, transitioning from high school to adulthood and employment can be challenging. The PEAL Center and Life’sWork of Western PA, United Way partner agencies, recently teamed up to provide resources and support for young people and families navigating this important life stage.
Emma Martin, Media Relations and Storytelling Associate
For the love of reading: Big Book Drop.
At our recent Big Book Drop event, volunteers sorted, labeled and packed 35,000 children’s books. The books were distributed to 110 literacy-focused organizations including early learning centers, libraries and schools.
Emma Martin, Media Relations and Storytelling Associate
Summer starts in January: How providers prepared for the season ahead
For local agencies that offer summertime out-of-school experiences, planning began back in the chilly days of January.
Brittany Boyd, Communications and Social Media Coordinator
Rising to the occasion: Dave Coplan on the evolving human services landscape
As the executive director of Human Services Center Mon Valley, a United Way partner agency, Dave Coplan has plenty on his plate. The center houses 12 tenant agencies at its multipurpose campus in Turtle Creek and runs an array of its own programs. Dave is also an adjunct professor at CMU and the University of Pittsburgh’s School of Public and International Affairs.
Emma Martin, Media Relations and Storytelling Associate
In the News
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160,000 Allegheny County residents, including 50,000 kids, face loss of SNAP benefits in November
WESA
Here’s where to get help with food in southwestern Pennsylvania
KDKA
Schools working to keep children fed ahead of potential SNAP benefits shutdown
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Employee Spotlight: Emma Martin
Meet Emma Martin, media relations and storytelling associate, Marketing.
Women United’s next chapter: meet our new co-chairs
We sat down with new Women United co-chairs, Megan Gilson and Tina Morascyzk, to learn what fuels their dedication to United Way, what excites them about their new leadership roles and their hopes for the future of Women United.
Brittany Boyd, Communications and Social Media Coordinator
Michelle Montgomery
I felt extremely connected to the other volunteers working hard to source and package up the meal kits.
Jon Crudup
Coming from a service industry background, food has always been something I’m passionate about. It’s more than nourishment, it’s community.
Ensuring access to nutrition during the summer months
Heritage Community Initiatives serves families within Allegheny County through their transportation, education and nutrition programs.
Heritage Community Initiatives
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