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The Pittsburgh Foundation works to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region and promotes charitable giving. https://pittsburghfoundation.org/
SNAP benefits will not be provided to families in Pennsylvania in November, affecting over 200,000 people across Allegheny and Westmoreland counties.
@pghcitypaper.com put together a helpful list of organizations providing food assistance around Pittsburgh: www.pghcitypaper.com/news-2/with-...
@pghcitypaper.com put together a helpful list of organizations providing food assistance around Pittsburgh: www.pghcitypaper.com/news-2/with-...
October 29, 2025 at 1:19 PM
SNAP benefits will not be provided to families in Pennsylvania in November, affecting over 200,000 people across Allegheny and Westmoreland counties.
@pghcitypaper.com put together a helpful list of organizations providing food assistance around Pittsburgh: www.pghcitypaper.com/news-2/with-...
@pghcitypaper.com put together a helpful list of organizations providing food assistance around Pittsburgh: www.pghcitypaper.com/news-2/with-...
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Foundation partnered with CCS Fundraising to host the 2025 Pittsburgh Philanthropy Forum, where nonprofit leaders from across our area could come together, share tips and talk about new changes and trends in fundraising this year.
October 28, 2025 at 6:12 PM
Yesterday, the Pittsburgh Foundation partnered with CCS Fundraising to host the 2025 Pittsburgh Philanthropy Forum, where nonprofit leaders from across our area could come together, share tips and talk about new changes and trends in fundraising this year.
It's #BacktoSchool season and we would like to thank our generous donors who awarded $4.5 million in scholarship grants to over 600 students this year. It's also the fourth year of our partnership with Scholarship America, who helped these students find an extra 528 scholarships worth $2.9 million.
September 2, 2025 at 12:57 PM
It's #BacktoSchool season and we would like to thank our generous donors who awarded $4.5 million in scholarship grants to over 600 students this year. It's also the fourth year of our partnership with Scholarship America, who helped these students find an extra 528 scholarships worth $2.9 million.
Thank you for your incredible generosity! Your 5,800 donations during our #ONEDAY giving event added up to $1.86 million total for 182 nonprofits helping our most vulnerable neighbors in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties!
Read more on our website: pittsburghfoundation.org/cna2025results
Read more on our website: pittsburghfoundation.org/cna2025results
August 7, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Thank you for your incredible generosity! Your 5,800 donations during our #ONEDAY giving event added up to $1.86 million total for 182 nonprofits helping our most vulnerable neighbors in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties!
Read more on our website: pittsburghfoundation.org/cna2025results
Read more on our website: pittsburghfoundation.org/cna2025results
#ONEDAY is here! Visit www.pittsburghgives.org today to make a gift to any of the 200+ nonprofits in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties that serve our most vulnerable neighbors.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your dollars can have even more impact.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your dollars can have even more impact.
August 5, 2025 at 1:24 PM
#ONEDAY is here! Visit www.pittsburghgives.org today to make a gift to any of the 200+ nonprofits in Allegheny and Westmoreland counties that serve our most vulnerable neighbors.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your dollars can have even more impact.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your dollars can have even more impact.
Visit www.pittsburghgives.org today to schedule a gift for our annual #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert fundraiser for organizations that help our most vulnerable Pittsburgh neighbors.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your donation can do even more to help people thrive.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your donation can do even more to help people thrive.
August 4, 2025 at 11:55 AM
Visit www.pittsburghgives.org today to schedule a gift for our annual #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert fundraiser for organizations that help our most vulnerable Pittsburgh neighbors.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your donation can do even more to help people thrive.
Gifts over $25 will be boosted with funds from the Foundation, so your donation can do even more to help people thrive.
The Eben Demarest Fund at The Pittsburgh Foundation is now accepting nominations to support the creation of new work by an artist or archeologist who has produced significant work in their field.
Learn more about the nomination and application process: pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
Learn more about the nomination and application process: pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
July 14, 2025 at 2:37 PM
The Eben Demarest Fund at The Pittsburgh Foundation is now accepting nominations to support the creation of new work by an artist or archeologist who has produced significant work in their field.
Learn more about the nomination and application process: pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
Learn more about the nomination and application process: pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
A new clinical study led by Allegheny Health Network researchers has revealed that intense, progressive resistance training may reduce or prevent lymphedema in breast cancer patients. We are proud to support research that improves health outcomes in Pittsburgh and beyond. www.ahn.org/newsroom/pre...
July 2, 2025 at 12:53 PM
A new clinical study led by Allegheny Health Network researchers has revealed that intense, progressive resistance training may reduce or prevent lymphedema in breast cancer patients. We are proud to support research that improves health outcomes in Pittsburgh and beyond. www.ahn.org/newsroom/pre...
(Photos: Gavin Benjamin, a 2020 Demarest Award winner, announced in Aug. 2021. Image by Benjamin Brady.; Ayana Ross, 2024 winner; Aldwyth, 2018; Daniela Kovacic, 2020.)
Learn more pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
Learn more pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
June 16, 2025 at 6:08 PM
(Photos: Gavin Benjamin, a 2020 Demarest Award winner, announced in Aug. 2021. Image by Benjamin Brady.; Ayana Ross, 2024 winner; Aldwyth, 2018; Daniela Kovacic, 2020.)
Learn more pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
Learn more pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
Awardees must have produced significant work in their fields and demonstrate special promise for future achievement. From 1923-2009, the awards were overseen by a committee at a private foundation. In 2010, the fund came to our Foundation. Awardees are now selected by a Pittsburgh-based committee.
June 16, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Awardees must have produced significant work in their fields and demonstrate special promise for future achievement. From 1923-2009, the awards were overseen by a committee at a private foundation. In 2010, the fund came to our Foundation. Awardees are now selected by a Pittsburgh-based committee.
Important info: Demarest Fund nominees MUST be nominated from by a nominator or an institution before applying. Applications without an accompanying nomination will not be accepted.
June 16, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Important info: Demarest Fund nominees MUST be nominated from by a nominator or an institution before applying. Applications without an accompanying nomination will not be accepted.
More than 50 individuals have received the award, including artistic luminaries like painter Jackson Pollock (1948), poet Robert Duncan (1975), sculptor Carol Rubenstein (1979), painter Brendan O’Connell (2003), singer/poet Latasha Nevada Diggs (2008), and dancer/choreographer Kyle Abraham (2012).
June 16, 2025 at 6:08 PM
More than 50 individuals have received the award, including artistic luminaries like painter Jackson Pollock (1948), poet Robert Duncan (1975), sculptor Carol Rubenstein (1979), painter Brendan O’Connell (2003), singer/poet Latasha Nevada Diggs (2008), and dancer/choreographer Kyle Abraham (2012).
and the shared values we possess.
"It's a meaningful recognition to be featured as an example of successful collaboration in creating spaces that support mission-driven work," said Foundation Senior Vice President, Partnerships Jennie Zioncheck. (2/3)
"It's a meaningful recognition to be featured as an example of successful collaboration in creating spaces that support mission-driven work," said Foundation Senior Vice President, Partnerships Jennie Zioncheck. (2/3)
June 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
and the shared values we possess.
"It's a meaningful recognition to be featured as an example of successful collaboration in creating spaces that support mission-driven work," said Foundation Senior Vice President, Partnerships Jennie Zioncheck. (2/3)
"It's a meaningful recognition to be featured as an example of successful collaboration in creating spaces that support mission-driven work," said Foundation Senior Vice President, Partnerships Jennie Zioncheck. (2/3)
JLL visited our office earlier this month to collect video footage and conduct interviews to highlight its role as the real estate services firm that advised us on our move. We are delighted and honored to be selected as a client case study that recognizes the strength of our partnership (1/3)
June 10, 2025 at 3:26 PM
JLL visited our office earlier this month to collect video footage and conduct interviews to highlight its role as the real estate services firm that advised us on our move. We are delighted and honored to be selected as a client case study that recognizes the strength of our partnership (1/3)
And thank you to the Museums staff, led by Senior Director of Engagement Development Brigitte Szivos for a wonderful lunch and afternoon of Pittsburgh pride. (Photos by Joshua Franzos)
June 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
And thank you to the Museums staff, led by Senior Director of Engagement Development Brigitte Szivos for a wonderful lunch and afternoon of Pittsburgh pride. (Photos by Joshua Franzos)
Henry J. Heinz II Director, Henry J. Heinz II Director, @carnegieart.bsky.social and Vice President, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh Eric Crosby; and @warhol.org Director and Vice President of Carnegie Museums Mario Rossero. Follow the museums to stay updated on their innovative projects. (3/4)
June 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Henry J. Heinz II Director, Henry J. Heinz II Director, @carnegieart.bsky.social and Vice President, Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh Eric Crosby; and @warhol.org Director and Vice President of Carnegie Museums Mario Rossero. Follow the museums to stay updated on their innovative projects. (3/4)
set the stage for the presentations that outlined the Museums' first comprehensive campaign in 20 years. Everyone was enthralled and impressed with the insights shared by Director of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History Gretchen Baker; @kaminsciencecenter.bsky.social Chief of Staff Kim Amey (2/4)
June 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
set the stage for the presentations that outlined the Museums' first comprehensive campaign in 20 years. Everyone was enthralled and impressed with the insights shared by Director of the Carnegie Museum of Natural History Gretchen Baker; @kaminsciencecenter.bsky.social Chief of Staff Kim Amey (2/4)
Last week, our Legacy Society donors (now our Building Bridges Society members) enjoyed an exclusive look at exciting developments on the horizon for the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. Foundation President/CEO Lisa Schroeder and Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh President/CEO Dr. Steven Knapp. (1/4)
June 9, 2025 at 4:20 PM
Last week, our Legacy Society donors (now our Building Bridges Society members) enjoyed an exclusive look at exciting developments on the horizon for the Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh. Foundation President/CEO Lisa Schroeder and Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh President/CEO Dr. Steven Knapp. (1/4)
In May, we held the third in-person convening of the RACE + DISABILITY initiative with FISA Foundation & The Heinz Endowments - @theheinzendowments.bsky.social
The highlight of the day was the presentation by Anupa Iyer Geevarghese, former deputy director of policy at the US Department of Labor!
The highlight of the day was the presentation by Anupa Iyer Geevarghese, former deputy director of policy at the US Department of Labor!
June 4, 2025 at 6:44 PM
In May, we held the third in-person convening of the RACE + DISABILITY initiative with FISA Foundation & The Heinz Endowments - @theheinzendowments.bsky.social
The highlight of the day was the presentation by Anupa Iyer Geevarghese, former deputy director of policy at the US Department of Labor!
The highlight of the day was the presentation by Anupa Iyer Geevarghese, former deputy director of policy at the US Department of Labor!
Baila! Our Foundation is proud to join The Opportunity Fund and @duolingoverde.bsky.social in support of Flamenco Pittsburgh as it returns to the spotlight with Fiesta Flamenca — the group’s first major theater performance since 2019, this Saturday, June 7 at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater.
June 3, 2025 at 2:23 PM
Baila! Our Foundation is proud to join The Opportunity Fund and @duolingoverde.bsky.social in support of Flamenco Pittsburgh as it returns to the spotlight with Fiesta Flamenca — the group’s first major theater performance since 2019, this Saturday, June 7 at the Kelly Strayhorn Theater.
Congratulations to Foundation grantee Sobia Ahmad on receiving the Fellowship '25 Keystone Award from the Silver Eye Center for Photography for her project, "Devotions." On display now, Ahmad writes that "Devotions" blends homemade experimental photochemistry and my connection to Pando (1/2)
May 30, 2025 at 2:28 PM
Congratulations to Foundation grantee Sobia Ahmad on receiving the Fellowship '25 Keystone Award from the Silver Eye Center for Photography for her project, "Devotions." On display now, Ahmad writes that "Devotions" blends homemade experimental photochemistry and my connection to Pando (1/2)
Congratulations to painter Amy Werntz, who has been awarded the prestigious 2025 The Bennett Prize. “In examining the pieces in person, I was struck by the respect for the elderly conveyed by Amy Werntz. Not only were the paintings exquisitely executed... (1/3)
May 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Congratulations to painter Amy Werntz, who has been awarded the prestigious 2025 The Bennett Prize. “In examining the pieces in person, I was struck by the respect for the elderly conveyed by Amy Werntz. Not only were the paintings exquisitely executed... (1/3)
We were proud to have a group present to honor and thank her for her contributions not just to our Foundation but to the community. Congratulations, Anne!
May 27, 2025 at 3:12 PM
We were proud to have a group present to honor and thank her for her contributions not just to our Foundation but to the community. Congratulations, Anne!
The event also honored a treasured human, Anne Lewis, who received the prestigious Impact Award. Lewis was a Foundation Board Vice Chair after being a longtime Board member and all-around oracle, mentor and friend for our organization and staff.
May 27, 2025 at 3:12 PM
The event also honored a treasured human, Anne Lewis, who received the prestigious Impact Award. Lewis was a Foundation Board Vice Chair after being a longtime Board member and all-around oracle, mentor and friend for our organization and staff.
Our Foundation was proud to be a sponsor of The Pittsburgh Business Times annual Women of Influence awards ceremony May 21, celebrating our area's exceptional leaders who are propelling our region forward in many different sectors.
(Photos by Jim Harris, Pittsburgh Business Times / Lydia McShane)
(Photos by Jim Harris, Pittsburgh Business Times / Lydia McShane)
May 27, 2025 at 3:12 PM
Our Foundation was proud to be a sponsor of The Pittsburgh Business Times annual Women of Influence awards ceremony May 21, celebrating our area's exceptional leaders who are propelling our region forward in many different sectors.
(Photos by Jim Harris, Pittsburgh Business Times / Lydia McShane)
(Photos by Jim Harris, Pittsburgh Business Times / Lydia McShane)