Stories
People and their stories are at the heart of community philanthropy. In this section, you’ll find stories about how our donors, grantees and partners are working to help our community move from surviving to thriving. PDFs of our printed publications — including Forum, which was published through spring of 2021, and our annual report to the community — are available in the publications section.
Stories
Charitable Giving Card
Consider sharing a Charitable Giving Card with family, friends or business associates who may redeem them, directing the charity to benefit.
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Women of means
Two women in fields traditionally dominated by men build a powerful philanthropic legacy.
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Beyond the wealth facade
An extraordinary legacy addresses poverty beyond a town’s prosperity.
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Tree of Life: #LoveIsStronger
Under the #LoveIsStronger banner, The Pittsburgh Foundation raised funds through a crowdfunding campaign to support organizations assisting victims of the mass shootings at Tree of Life Synagogue.
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Save the children providing Hurricane Michael support
Save the Children is providing child-focused emergency supplies and working with national and state partners to assess children’s immediate needs.
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Active listening
Nonprofit innovators help aspiring philanthropists understand how to work best with organizations.
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Women of purpose
An endowed scholarship fund at The Community Foundation of Westmoreland County supports scholarships from a historic women's organization.