United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania

08/26/2026

We had so much fun helping plan volunteer opportunities for Eat'n Park's Day of Smiles!

Day of Smiles brings Eat’n Park employees together to volunteer and make a difference in the communities they call home. This year, 114 volunteers came together across nine projects with local nonprofit organizations, completing 289 volunteer hours!

From assembling supplies and snack kits to serving lunches, every hour made an impact.

Thank you to Eat’n Park for showing up for our communities, and to our partner agencies for the work you do every day to make our regions stronger.

08/25/2026

A huge thank-you to the 28 Duquesne University volunteers who helped pack back-to-school kits!

Together, volunteers packed 274 kits filled with school supplies, which were distributed to the McKees Rocks Community Development Corporation MRCDC to help local students start the school year ready to learn and succeed.

Thank you, Duquesne University, for helping students build for success in school and life!

08/24/2026

A heartfelt thank you to the Rooney family and Pittsburgh Steelers for their long-standing commitment to United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania, and to the individuals and families we serve. Your continued support helps create stronger communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We’re so grateful to have you on our team!

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The Steelers and their special relationship with the United Way were featured on Friday night's game broadcast

08/24/2026

When you give to United Way, you’re not just making a donation, you’re helping create stronger communities where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

Your support helps neighbors meet basic needs, move to financial stability and build for success in school and life. Every gift makes an impact.

Give today and help make a difference in Southwestern Pennsylvania: unitedwayswpa.org/give/donate-now/

08/21/2026

Everyone deserves access to the basics they need to thrive.

Through our Meeting Basic Needs investment priority, we support programs and partners working to ensure our neighbors can access essentials like food, housing, utilities, health care and other critical resources.

When basic needs are met, people have a stronger foundation to build toward a brighter future.

Learn more about the impact we’re making across our region: https://unitedwayswpa.org/our-impact/meeting-basic-needs/

08/20/2026

We’re grateful for the partners across our region who are helping our communities thrive!

Today, we’re highlighting Lifesteps Inc., an organization committed to helping individuals and families by ensuring people of every ability have the opportunity to reach their full potential.

Through programs like Adult Day Health Services and Early Education Advancement Services, Lifesteps provides quality care and support in a family-focused environment.

Thank you, Lifesteps, and to all of our partners for the important work you do to make a difference in our communities!

08/19/2026

Thank you to everyone who helped make this year’s Tools for Schools a success!

With the help of nearly 200 volunteers, we packed 10,000 school supply kits for students across our five-county region. In just a few days, these students will head back to the classroom with supplies in hand, ready to learn, grow and succeed throughout the school year.

We’re also grateful to this year’s partners NOG, Highmark Health and S&T Bank.

Want to stay involved? Visit our website to explore upcoming volunteer opportunities: unitedwayswpa.org/volunteer/

08/18/2026

One call can connect you to the help you need. Need help finding local resources? PA 211 Southwest is here to help.

From food and housing assistance to utility help, health resources and more, 211 connects you with local programs and services that can help. Call 211, text your ZIP code to 898-211 or visit southwest.pa211.org.

08/17/2026

Nonprofits are powered by people who believe their communities can be better and then roll up their sleeves to make it happen.

Today, we’re celebrating the nonprofit organizations and dedicated people across southwestern Pennsylvania who are meeting needs and making a lasting impact.

Happy National Nonprofit Day!

08/17/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Josie Badger on her appointment as executive director of Pennsylvania’s Governor’s Advisory Commission on People with Disabilities!

Josie has been a longtime advocate for disability inclusion and a valued partner in our work at United Way. We’re excited to see her bring her experience and passion to this new role.

Read more about Josie and the new commission in Pittsburgh City Paper: pghcitypaper.com/news-2/social-justice/new-advisory-commission-on-people-with-disabilities-brings-western-pa-energy-to-governors-office/