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Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh receives largest-ever donation from Bezos’ ex-wife

Originally published: October 31, 2022 WPXI PITTSBURGH — Philanthropist and author MacKenzie Scott donated $6 million to the Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh, the largest single contribution in the Pittsburgh affiliate’s 104-year history. “We’re honored and grateful that Ms. Scott and her team have recognized the Urban League’s value and impact to the community,” President [...]

2022-10-31T11:09:12-04:00October 31st, 2022|Making News|

Leadership does not have to be lonely

Originally published: October 26, 2022 Smart Business Times People often say, “Leadership is a lonely place.” I certainly understand why many believe that. As a leader, you must make tough decisions to implement your vision. Resistance can be demoralizing and frustrating, especially when you see clearly how you can move from where you are to [...]

2022-10-27T10:25:28-04:00October 27th, 2022|Making News|

The Heinz Endowments grants $1M to Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh

Originally published: 10/25/2022 Pittsburgh Business Times The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh has received a $1 million gift from the Heinz Endowments. The grant will go towards the Urban League’s One Pittsburgh Now initiative, which aims to connect unemployed and underemployed working-age African-American individuals in Pittsburgh with employment. Specifically, the grant will focus on challenges faced [...]

2022-10-26T09:16:00-04:00October 26th, 2022|Making News|

Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh has named Andrea Clark Smith as new board chair and appointed three new directors.

Originally published: October 11, 2022 Pittsburgh City Paper   Former board chair Alan Trivilino passed the role onto Smith on July 1, which marked the Urban League’s 105th year of service. Smith is a senior legal official at regional healthcare giant UPMC. Smith has led diversity and inclusion efforts at UPMC and American Airlines and [...]

2022-10-26T09:13:56-04:00October 25th, 2022|Making News|

Carter’s Viewpoint: The urgency of one Pittsburgh now

Originally published: October 21, 2022 Pittsburgh Business Times I am an immensely proud Pittsburgher. I am proud to have been formed and shaped in this region. I have learned the value of hard work and determination and to respect myself and my neighbors. I've learned the value of community. I received quality education from our local institutions: [...]

2022-10-24T09:46:17-04:00October 24th, 2022|Making News|

Take Charge of Your Health Today…Physical Activity

Originally published: 10/19/2022 New Pittsburgh Courier This month’s feature highlights Dr. Bonny Rockette-Wagner’s work on physical activity and its ability to mitigate a myriad of health problems. Dr. Rockette-Wagner also notes that incorporating physical activity into one’s daily routine does not have to be complicated or time-consuming. Recently we connected with Carlos T. Carter, the [...]

2022-10-24T09:49:44-04:00October 19th, 2022|Health, Making News|

Pittsburgh-area food banks say demand is soaring as families struggle with inflation

Originally Published 9/14/2022 Pittsburgh Post Gazette From families completely out of food to exploding call volumes, food banks across the Pittsburgh area are seeing their services taxed in new ways as the summer draws to a close and inflation remains high. Jessica Horvath, 45, is one of those individuals who has never used a food [...]

2022-09-16T10:36:02-04:00September 16th, 2022|Making News|

People on the Move

Originally Published: 8/29/2022 Pittsburgh Post Gazette Nonprofit The Urban League of Greater Pittsburgh hired John Ukenye as its advocacy and policy officer; Joshua Smith, associate director of youth leadership programs and director, Black Male Leadership Development Institute; Ginger Underwood, program manager, Black Female Leadership Development Institute and Loretta Ellis, opportunity broker.

2022-08-29T15:12:46-04:00August 29th, 2022|Making News|
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