Stories of Impact

Family is the first influence for most people and on this dimension of “giving back” family is where it starts for me.

For working parents of very young children, especially in rural communities of western Pennsylvania, the end-of-the-school-year scramble to find affordable, quality options ratchets up the stress level for parents and providers. 

The pandemic exposed a youth mental health crisis. In response, Alexis Werner launched Imagine Further Collective in 2020 to combat isolation and support young people in the Pittsburgh area.

United Way funding is helping Mooncrest Neighborhood Programs (MNP) to support entire families.

Through initiatives focused on homeownership, entrepreneurship and financial education, Catapult is creating pathways to economic empowerment.

Meet Allaina Wagner, engagement coordinator on our Events & Volunteer Engagement team

Board Chair Stacy Juchno, EVP & General Auditor at PNC, has supported United Way since 2009. She shares how her early life shaped her passion for financial stability as a key to lasting change.

Tee’s journey began at Bidwell Training Center’s (BTC) Horticulture Technology program, where she discovered her passion for agriculture.

Kev, a proud United States Marine Corps veteran who served in Baghdad as a military police officer, is now building a thriving career thanks to his determination and access to community resources.

Derick, student staff member, has been a dedicated part of the Youth Empowerment Program (YEP) since he was 11. His enthusiasm and commitment quickly became defining traits, shaping his journey from an eager young participant to a responsible leader.