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The Pittsburgh Foundation works to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region 
by evaluating and addressing community issues, promoting responsible philanthropy 
and connecting donors to the critical needs of the community.

Our Vision

We are committed to creating a vibrant, equitable, and just Pittsburgh region that supports everyone — regardless of race, identity, and circumstance — to thrive and fulfill their potential. Our three mutually reinforcing strategic priorities are to promote philanthropy, support community, and catalyze partnerships, all anchored in a commitment to racial justice.

Grantmaking Priorities

Our Stories

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Promoting Democracy

In the 2024 election cycle, organizations across the Pittsburgh region continue to deploy strategies to increase voter participation among groups that historically have been underrepresented at the polls. In southwestern Pennsylvania, this includes young, Latino and Black voters, as well as those with lower median household incomes.

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Help Florida respond and recover from Hurricane Milton

Just two weeks after Hurricane Helene hit the Florida Big Bend region, Hurricane Milton made landfall in the area late Wed. Oct. 9, 2024, as a Category 3 hurricane. The devastation from the additional rainfall, winds and flooding compound the already complex recovery efforts for Florida communities.

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Support relief efforts following aftermath of Hurricane Helene

Hurricane Helene made landfall as a Category 4 hurricane in the Florida Big Bend region late Thursday, Sept. 26, 2024, bringing with it heavy rainfall, intense winds and flooding as it moved through several states in the south. Communities impacted by Hurricane Helene will be grappling with the effects of the disaster for months and years to come.

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Generosity of Spirit

In his life, Tony Viglione carried a strong love of life, family and community. In 1956, he immigrated to the United States Italy with his parents and two siblings, all their Earthly belongings carried in three suitcases. Moving to the borough of Ridgway in northwestern Pennsylvania, Tony juggled jobs to support his family: Grave digger, meter reader for natural gas companies and pinsetter at a bowling alley. And he did them all while learning English. He met and married his wife, Maureen; they started their own family and opened a small clothing store in the town.

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Proposed Legislation Could Affect Planned Giving Strategies

Estate Planning Attorney Nic Sasso, of Porter Wright Morris & Arthur LLP, shares his insight regarding planned-giving strategies.

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Planned giving is booming as America enters monumental ‘generational wealth transfer’ era

Wealth management professionals, attorneys and financial planners are busy. Maybe busier than they have ever been. But it’s with good reason.

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Our Impact

$1.3 billion Established in 1945 with $5,000. Today assets total $1.3 billion.
3,000The Foundation manages nearly 3,000 funds established by our donors.
$1.2 billion Grants made from 1945 to 2022 total $1.2 billion