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WORK Our mission is to accompany families in Haiti out of poverty through good, dignified jobs. We envision a world where poverty doesn’t exist.

At WORK, we:

💪 Celebrate the inherent power in every person
💪 Keep it simple
💪 Give and work with joy
💪 Work without fear
💪 Do whatever it takes
💪 Finish the job. Our goal is simple, to place two heads of households into a good,
dignified job, so that our families and their community can lift themselves out of poverty forever. Currently in our 2022 Run Across May, a permanent additional to our Run Series, where participants complete 200 miles or 200 reps of any activity in addition to raising $200. Follow us to learn more about the impact of our Run!

Our Endurance Challenge community showed up in a BIG way this year 🙌 HYROX. Marathons. Climbs. All for our families. Eve...
09/22/2026

Our Endurance Challenge community showed up in a BIG way this year 🙌 HYROX. Marathons. Climbs. All for our families.

Every mile helps support good, dignified jobs and creates opportunities for families to build a brighter future.

Spring 2027 is already taking shape:
🏙️ — 3/7
🗽 NYC Half — 3/14
🌉 — 5/2

More races coming soon. Ready to move for a reason? Link in bio to join the team 👟

THE BRIGHT FUTURES AUCTION IS LIVE! 🚨Our Auction includes an incredible selection of items including: ✈️ A trip to Italy...
09/18/2026

THE BRIGHT FUTURES AUCTION IS LIVE! 🚨

Our Auction includes an incredible selection of items including:

✈️ A trip to Italy for two
🏒 Pittsburgh Penguins tickets (club level seats!)
🌎 One-of-a-kind items from the countries where WORK serves families
🏛️ Museum memberships & experiences
🍝 Pittsburgh restaurant favorites
🎟️ Unique experiences, getaways, gift cards + SO much more!

Every bid helps WORK accompany families out of poverty through good, dignified jobs.

A huge thank you to our Host Committee, supporters, and the many local businesses and community partners who generously donated these items and helped make this auction possible! 💛

Start bidding now and find your next favorite experience!

🔗 Bid now: e.givesmart.com/events/Pvk/

Hundreds of pounds of plastics collected and are being sorted and organized in Haiti to be used in new products. We're e...
09/17/2026

Hundreds of pounds of plastics collected and are being sorted and organized in Haiti to be used in new products. We're excited for them to have a new home.

We're proud that this material provided an come for over 115 collectors and business owners - good, dignified work that serves the community and the environment. That's what it's about.

09/15/2026

We are so proud of our inaugural 29029 Sun Valley team! This past weekend, our athletes took on the mountain in Sun Valley, Idaho, ascending 15 times for a total of 24 miles over 30 hours and 56 minutes to reach 29,029 feet, the height of Everest. ⛰️

They took on the challenge as a team, from the early start on Friday, through the long night, and back up the mountain Saturday morning to finish by early afternoon. They crossed the finish line in 30 hours and 56 minutes, well under the 36-hour cutoff!

All of this was in support of our collectors and their families globally.

Ready to test your strength on the mountain? Sign up for our 2027 wait list today (link in bio).

#29029

What a weekend in Sydney! 🇦🇺🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️We are SO proud of our three WORK runners who took on the Sydney Marathon:👟 Vivien L...
09/11/2026

What a weekend in Sydney! 🇦🇺🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️

We are SO proud of our three WORK runners who took on the Sydney Marathon:

👟 Vivien Luk, WORK Executive Director
👟 Ben Hemmings, WORK Director of Operations
👟 Angel Risher

From the hilly course to running alongside a small group of U.S. charities selected to participate, this was such an incredible experience for WORK and our families around the world.

A huge thank you to everyone who donated, cheered them on, and supported our runners along the way.

Together, our Endurance Challenge athletes have now raised $60,000 to support WORK’s mission and our families around the world. We are so grateful for every mile, donation, and cheer!

Want to join us next year? Sydney Marathon 2027 is calling! 🌏 Follow along for details on how you can run for our families next year (or send us DM- we would love to connect!)

REMINDER: TICKETS ARE ON SALE! Join us for WORK’s 13th Annual Bright Futures Gala on Wednesday, October 7 at The Priory ...
09/10/2026

REMINDER: TICKETS ARE ON SALE!

Join us for WORK’s 13th Annual Bright Futures Gala on Wednesday, October 7 at The Priory Hotel in Pittsburgh! 🥂

It’s going to be an incredible evening as we come together to celebrate the impact of WORK and support our mission of accompanying families out of poverty through dignified jobs, education, and entrepreneurship. A special thank you to our incredible Host Committee, who have helped make this event possible.

🎟️ Grab your tickets today and join us for an unforgettable night!

👉 https://loom.ly/1y0CLao or link in our bio 🙂

We can’t wait to celebrate with you!

🏔️ MEET OUR 29029 ATHLETES! 🏔️Meet Jess Cole and Lauren Carpenter (best friends!) This weekend, Jess and Lauren are taki...
09/09/2026

🏔️ MEET OUR 29029 ATHLETES! 🏔️

Meet Jess Cole and Lauren Carpenter (best friends!)

This weekend, Jess and Lauren are taking on 29029 in Sun Valley, Idaho—and they’re doing it for WORK.

This is WORK’s very first year participating in 29029, and we couldn’t be prouder of Jess and Lauren for the incredible commitment they’ve shown to both training and fundraising. They’ve put in the miles, the time, and the effort to take on this challenge while helping families work their way out of poverty.

We’re cheering you on every step of the way! Wishing you the very best of luck this weekend!

Want to support Jess and Lauren and their fundraising efforts for WORK?

You can donate here:
https://loom.ly/McvLWjU

#29029

Save the date, LA! Join us Wed., Sept. 16 at 5pm as we celebrate our 2026 Endurance Challenge athletes alongside our fri...
09/04/2026

Save the date, LA! Join us Wed., Sept. 16 at 5pm as we celebrate our 2026 Endurance Challenge athletes alongside our friends .

Raise a glass with us — think themed cocktails, good food (available for purchase), a DJ spinning all night, and even better company as we cheer on the athletes who've gone the distance for our families this year.

We can't wait to see you there! 🥂

🌧️ Help us protect collectors and their families this rainy season. This season, storms and flooding have hit our commun...
09/02/2026

🌧️ Help us protect collectors and their families this rainy season. This season, storms and flooding have hit our communities hard. We're grateful to be moving quickly to address their needs and keep them healthy and safe — and there's still time to help us close the gap:

💧 $25 = Sanitation Kits (water purification tablets, soap, oral rehydration salts)
🦺 $60 = Safety Collection Kits (gloves, boots, vests, masks & more)
🧱 $150 = Building materials to make collection sites safer

If you haven't given yet, consider making a gift today — and if you have, thank you.

🔗 Link in bio.

Since our last emergency campaign, several families affected by gang violence in Haiti have safely returned home and beg...
09/01/2026

Since our last emergency campaign, several families affected by gang violence in Haiti have safely returned home and begun the difficult process of rebuilding their lives and livelihoods.

With your support, families have been able to address urgent needs, replace essential materials, and regain a sense of stability during an incredibly difficult time.

We’re seeing that support translate into real progress:

Nanise received critical health support that helped her safely deliver her twins and avoid complications from eclampsia. Now, as a graduate family member, she is relocating to the countryside and taking another step toward a safer, more stable future.

Tony, whose recycling center was heavily damaged during the violence, has started buying plastic again and rebuilding his business.

Marie Therese, who lost her materials in a fire, is also working to restart her recycling activities with the support she received from WORK.

The situation in Haiti remains incredibly challenging, but these families are moving forward — rebuilding their homes, restoring their livelihoods, and creating new paths for their futures.

This month, the remaining families will graduate from our emergency support program. Their stories are a reminder that even in the aftermath of crisis, recovery is possible when families have the resources and support they need to rebuild. ❤️

Thank you for standing with our families through some of their hardest moments — and for helping them move forward.

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