Economic Mobility
Economic Mobility

Both programmatic- and policy-level interventions are needed for low-income families and communities to build financial security and increase economic mobility. Access to post-secondary education, homeownership, career advancement and entrepreneurship are grantmaking areas that The Pittsburgh Foundation will support to improve economic mobility in our community.

To learn more about our areas of interest related to Economic Mobility, select one of the following:

Access to Post-Secondary Education

We seek to support programs that enable students to earn college credit while in high school; admissions navigation support and academic and financial counseling; re-engagement strategies for students who have stopped attending school; and supports for non-traditional students.

Career Advancement

We are interested in supporting organizations that offer technology training with career potential. 

Entrepreneurship

We are interested in efforts to increase entrepreneurship.

Homeownership

In 2025, applications for the Homeownership focus area will be by invitation only.