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Stories of Impact

At United Way, our successes are the result of collaboration, partnership and innovation by our partner agencies, community partners and the people they serve. We are honored and privileged to share their stories and celebrate their successes.

Hannah Samlall
Stories of Impact

Next Gen Ambassador Q&A with Hannah Samlall

Hannah Samlall is a Virginia Tech grad, co-founder of Waterloo Street, and runs the Biz Collective with her sister. Passionate about supporting women-owned businesses, she’s also a Next Gen Ambassador.
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Tina Moracsyzk, expanding her network to create a greater community impact.

Women United has given Tina Moracsyzk valuable networking and professional growth opportunities. With over 2,000 members, Tina highlights countless development opportunities and committees to enhance leadership skills.
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Wendy and Brad Parrish, WVU alums return to the region and make an impact.

Wendy and Brad encourage others to join United Way's Tocqueville Society, not just to make an impact, but to connect with members, hear their stories, and learn more about the programs they support.
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Elaine and John, giving to United Way for nearly six decades.

Elaine and John Frombach have a long history with United Way. Both have served on committees, and Elaine worked as an employee. They’ve been Tocqueville contributors for 6 years.
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Melaney Hegyes, a career of philanthropy personally and professionally.

United Way offers many ways to get involved, making it easy to fit into your life. Step outside your comfort zone, start small, and grow—adding good to achieve balance and harmony in your community.
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Next Gen Ambassador Q&A with Aaron Horsfield

Aaron Horsfield, Director at UPMC Insurance Services, Co-Director of the Fellowship Program, and Co-Chair of United Way’s Next Gen, manages a busy schedule while prioritizing community service.
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Erin Isler, a Pittsburgher who always puts the needs of her community first.

By volunteering with United Way, I know I am doing the work that is most needed and impactful for the betterment of our communities.
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Dr. Kathy Humphrey pays it forward through United Way’s Women United

As the tenth of 12 children, Dr. Kathy Humphrey learned to speak up and get things done. Today, as president of Carlow University and co-chair of Women United, she mentors and gives back to others.
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Maris Dauer helping communities in her role at UPMC and beyond.

A Pittsburgh native, Maris says she had this notion of giving back instilled in her by the Sisters of Mercy, who led studies at Carlow Campus Day School, where she attended from kindergarten to 8th grade.
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Finding Fun: Activities for a New Family’s Child

The Deaf Youth and Friends Program empowers children of Deaf or Hard of Hearing (HOH) parents by creating opportunities for new experiences and peer connections. Despite financial challenges, these families actively seek community support.
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