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The Pittsburgh Foundation works to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region and promotes charitable giving. pittsburghfoundation.org

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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 30/04/2026
Ed and Mary Ann Graf were pillars of Pittsburgh's North Side. Their vision brought beauty and vitality to the community, from the The Priory Hotel and Pittsburgh's Grand Hall to the preservation of landmarks and revitalization of East Ohio Street.
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Standing Tall for the North Side | The Pittsburgh Foundation
Grafs’ decades-long commitment to cultural heritage and civic institutions invigorate the community.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
Local gun violence prevention professionals with the Community Violence Reduction Initiative (CVRI), advocacy experts and community leaders and Brady: United Against Gun Violence gathered March 10 to share key strategies to reduce gun violence, and the impacts of gun violence, in Allegheny County.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Pittsburgh is in a football state of mind so we wanted to rewind the terrific pre-draft party that our development staff organized last week for financial advisor associates in partnership with our friends at CooksonPeirce and Leech Tishman. Great times with great people.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 22/04/2026
The Will Allen Foundation kicked off draft week for many Steelers fans and community leaders with a panel discussion with Hall of Fame cornerback Mel Blount, All-Pro linebacker Ryan Shazier and Allen. They recalled their own draft memories and shared how their nonprofits have become their passions.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 02/04/2026
Riverlife hosted a luncheon in our event space Thursday to celebrate the completion of its $5.4 million improvements to Allegheny Riverfront Park, located between the nearly-completed Arts Landing and the “Sister Bridges” spanning the Allegheny River.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 24/03/2026
As The Pittsburgh Foundation continues its search for a new president and CEO, the board of directors named senior vice president for partnerships Jennie Zioncheck as acting CEO. Current president and CEO Lisa Schroeder plans to retire on March 31. pittsburghfoundation.org/news/interim...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 23/03/2026
Ahead of Lisa Schroeder's retirement from her role as president and CEO of the Foundation, we celebrated her incredible legacy of kindness, bold leadership and deep responsibility to our community. Read Lisa's full retirement announcement here: pittsburghfoundation.org/schroeder-re...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
Our 2025 annual report has arrived! We are proud to highlight the collective generosity of our community, including the $71.6M of grants administered by The Pittsburgh Foundation, The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County and supporting organizations: annualreport.pittsburghfoundation.org
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 24/02/2026
Congratulations to Foundation grantee @moonshotmuseum.bsky.social which was named the #9 science museum in the nation by @usatoday.com TODAY in the 2026 10 Best rankings. Learn more about its unique exhibits like simulated lunar missions and Astrobotic’s lunar spacecraft: moonshotmuseum.org
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Pittsburgh's Space Museum
Step into the 21st century space industry, watch spacecraft be built, and take on your own lunar mission at Moonshot Museum.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 06/02/2026
Students and families, we may have funding for you. Our scholarship application period is open for the 2025-26 school year. The deadline to apply is February 17 - that's less than 2 weeks! Visit our scholarships page to learn more and start your search: pittsburghfoundation.org/scholarships
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
United Way of Southwestern PA's new Meeting the Moment fund was created for urgent nonprofit challenges like federal funding cuts. We're proud to join @theheinzendowments.bsky.social, McAuley Ministries & Opportunity Fund in supporting this vital effort. unitedwayswpa.org/grant-opport...
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Meeting the Moment - United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 05/02/2026
“You don’t have to be the owner of a football team or some big CEO to offer something back...” Foundation donor Father Mac explains why it’s important to him to serve the Pittsburgh community through philanthropy: pittsburghfoundation.org/stories/fath...
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A Legacy of Faith, Service: The Alice McCaffrey Scholarship Fund | The Pittsburgh Foundation
In 2013, the parishioners of Saints John and Paul Catholic Parish wanted to honor their pastor, Father Joseph McCaffrey, on his 25th anniversary as a priest. The parishioners’ gift was not for him, bu...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 02/02/2026
Bill Strickland - visionary artist, educator, civil rights leader and Pittsburgh hero - is the subject of a new documentary that showcases how he reshaped education, workforce development and poverty alleviation around the world. The film airs on WQED throughout Feb. www.wqed.org/pursuing-lig...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 27/01/2026
The Pittsburgh Foundation's new space is designed to bring community together. Take a quick virtual tour to see the modern event and meeting areas, including the rooftop deck with breathtaking views of Pittsburgh. Contact us at event@pghfdn.org for more information.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 20/01/2026
“In my life, I’m happy. And I’m happy because I’m giving.” People who give back make a difference in our community. Thousands of Pittsburghers are committed to creating a more vibrant region through their #philanthropy. (Photo/video production by Joshua Franzos and Tim Murray of Treehouse Media.)
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Why We Give
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 16/01/2026
Attention students and families: we may have funding for your education journey! Our scholarship application period is open for the 2025-26 school year. The deadline to apply is February 17. Visit our scholarships page to learn more and begin your search: pittsburghfoundation.org/scholarships
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 15/01/2026
Have you made your New Year’s resolutions for 2026? If one of your goals this year is to spend more time giving back to the community, Pittsburgh Magazine has a great directory of volunteer opportunities in the Pittsburgh area. Explore the list here: www.pittsburghmagazine.com/volunteer-op...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 07/11/2025
SNAP assists more than 200,000 people across Allegheny and Westmoreland counties. Here is a list of helpful resources for anyone looking to donate or find food assistance: pittsburghfoundation.org/snap2025
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Help during SNAP Benefits Crisis: Resources and Links | The Pittsburgh Foundation
The loss of SNAP benefits places undue pressure on families to afford groceries and on food banks and charities to find help to continue their support our neighbors. Learn about available resources to...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Key changes are coming to federal tax law in 2026, which could affect how you or your clients approach charitable giving this holiday season. This short article from The National Law Review explains what's changing to help you plan the right giving strategy: natlawreview.com/article/2025...
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Charitable Giving Under the One Big Beautiful Bill
The One Big Beautiful Bill Act includes a game-changing shift in how charitable contributions are treated for both itemizers and non-itemizers. For the first time in years, non-itemizers can claim a c...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 29/10/2025
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-...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 28/10/2025
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.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 22/10/2025
As we enter giving season, economic uncertainty and evolving philanthropic trends could impact the decisions that you or your clients make for 2025. This guide has tips to adapt your strategy for a changing world: www.kiplinger.com/personal-fin...
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Five Ways to Adapt Your Charitable Giving Strategy in a Changing World: An Expert Guide
Economic uncertainty, global events and increasing wealth are shaping the charitable landscape this year. Here are the philanthropic trends and some tips that could help affluent donors optimize their...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 03/10/2025
After 6 years of dedicated leadership, Foundation President and CEO Lisa Schroeder, will retire in March 2026. The Foundation's Board of Directors will hold a national search for our next leader to uphold our commitment to our community, mission and values. pittsburghfoundation.org/schroeder-re...
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After six years of dedicated and visionary leadership, Lisa Schroeder, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Pittsburgh Foundation, has announced her plans to retire by March 2026. During her… ...
After six years of dedicated and visionary leadership, Lisa Schroeder, President and Chief Executive Officer of The Pittsburgh Foundation, has announced her plans to retire by March 2026. During her t...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 02/09/2025
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.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 20/08/2025
Per Scholas Pittsburgh offers free tech training programs to gain technical skills, career mentorship and industry-recognized certifications. This is a great opportunity to learn new skills and jump into a rapidly growing industry: perscholas.org/locations/pi...
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Tech School in Pittsburgh | No-Cost IT Courses by Per Scholas
Join Per Scholas, a leading tech school in Pittsburgh, for no-cost IT courses and training. Elevate your tech career with our comprehensive programs.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 13/08/2025
Do you know the rights guaranteed to you under the U.S. Constitution? Join us on August 28 for a Know Your Rights webinar: ✅ Your constitutional rights ✅ Proactive steps to ensure your and your family’s safety ✅ Tips for creating a family safety plan Register here: pghfdn.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 07/08/2025
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
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 05/08/2025
#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.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 04/08/2025
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.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 23/07/2025
The Brashear Association has been serving Pittsburgh for over 100 years, offering youth programs, employment services and food pantry assistance. You can support them in our #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert drive on August 5. Watch this video from KTKA-TV to learn more: www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/v...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation is rallying the community for a 24-hour giving event
The Pittsburgh Foundation is rallying the community for a 24-hour giving event.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 17/07/2025
North Side Christian Health Center provides care to hundreds of uninsured patients regardless of their ability to pay. They're one of the many organizations in our #ONEDAY Critical Needs Alert online fundraising event on August 5 who could use your support. www.cbsnews.com/pittsburgh/v...
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Pittsburgh Foundation to support North Side Christian Health Center through #OneDay fundraiser
For more than 10 years, the Pittsburgh Foundation has been raising money to support nonprofits that provide essential human services to people in our area. Daisy Jade highlights one of those organizat...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 14/07/2025
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
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 02/07/2025
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...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 17/06/2025
This week, Foundation grantee Pennsylvania Resources Council is offering Mon Valley residents two free special events to get rid of their household chemicals safely. Learn more and sign up here: prc.org/free-househo...
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FREE Household Chemical Waste Events for Monongahela Valley Residents - PRC
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 16/06/2025
The application period for this year's Eben Demarest Awards is now open. Since its establishment 1939, the Eben Demarest Award has supported creative, independent artists and archeologists through grants to continue their outstanding work. Learn more: pittsburghfoundation.org/demarest
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The Eben Demarest Fund | The Pittsburgh Foundation
Established in 1939 by Miss Elizabeth B. Demarest in the name of her father, The Eben Demarest Fund supports the work of independent creative artists and archaeologists from across the United States.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 10/06/2025
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)
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 09/06/2025
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)
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 05/06/2025
Congratulations to Foundation grantee The Allegheny Front which was recognized with two Golden Quill awards and an Edward R. Murrow award for its excellent coverage of the East Palenstine train derailment! Read the award-winning series here: www.alleghenyfront.org/series/east-...
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East Palestine: One Year Later
One year after this chemical disaster, we examine the public health response andthe lingering questions around chemical contamination in the town.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 04/06/2025
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!
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WESA @wesa.fm · 03/06/2025
A bipartisan group of state lawmakers, including two from Allegheny County, want to bring back the Whole-Home Repair program which helps pay for badly needed housing repairs — this time using state funds instead of federal pandemic aid.
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Allegheny County state House members hope to revive a pandemic-era home repair program
A bipartisan group of state lawmakers, including two from Allegheny County, want to bring back a program that helps pay for badly needed housing repairs — this time using state funds instead of…
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 03/06/2025
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.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 30/05/2025
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)
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 28/05/2025
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)
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 27/05/2025
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)
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 22/05/2025
Will Week: Katherine Larsen, managing director and wealth management advisor of The Larsen Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Sewickley, shares tips and advice to ensure your philanthropic goals are realized through planned giving (sometimes referred to as legacy giving).
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Plotting a Proper Planned Giving Strategy | The Pittsburgh Foundation
Tips, Advice to Ensure Your Philanthropic Goals Are RealizedCharitable giving comes in many forms and one type – planned giving – gives special attention to what’s to come. Sometimes referred to as le...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 21/05/2025
Yesterday, we were thrilled to welcome donors into our new office for the very first time to learn how planned giving can create meaningful and enduring change for the Pittsburgh area for years to come. pittsburghfoundation.org/willweek #WillWeek #PlannedGiving
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 20/05/2025
Will Week: An estate plan is one of the most valuable ways to protect your loved ones after your lifetime. But did you know that incorporating charitable giving into your plan could have even greater benefits for you, your beneficiaries and the community?
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A Guide to Planned Giving: Leave Behind a Better Future for Your Family and Your Community | The Pittsburgh Foundation
What is Planned Giving?Planned giving may also be called legacy giving or charitable estate planning. Regardless of the name, this philanthropic strategy is employed by donors who wish to contribute a...
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 19/05/2025
During Will Week, The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County are sharing insights about why estate planning and will preparation are so important to you, your family and your assets.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 15/05/2025
Members of our Foundation staff participated in today's Bike to Work Day to support clean energy transportation and healthy lifestyles. Check out BikePGH for an evening ride to celebrate the occasion, beginning at Kaya in the Strip District. More info: bikepgh.org/sites/bike-t...
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2025 Event Schedule - BikePGH
Ride to BikePGH's Commuter Cafe in the morning or for Happy Hour for a free drink, snacks, and giveaways when you upgrade your membership.
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The Pittsburgh Foundation @pghfoundation.bsky.social · 12/05/2025
Our grantee partner Latino Community Center meets one-on-one with the students they serve to support their ability to thrive before and after graduation. Watch this video to learn more about their work from Student Success Specialist Emily Chavez! #postsecondaryaccess
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