Opportunity:WLC Next UP Poverty Spiral
Date:01/17/2023 03:00 PM - 01/17/2023 06:00 PM
Agency:United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
WLC is hosting the Poverty Spiral simulation for Next UP, followed by a gathering at Eleven, located at 1150 Smallman St, Pittsburgh, PA 15222.
The Poverty Spiral presents an opportunity to learn more about poverty in our region and build empathy for those experiencing it through a decision-making simulation. The Poverty Spiral will take place at the United Way office from 3-5 PM.
Opportunity:Distribute Toys for the Holidays from Stuff the Bus with United Way in Allegheny County
Date:12/07/2022 09:00 AM - 12/08/2022 03:00 PM
Agency:United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
Join United Way of Southwestern PA as we partner with Allegheny Fayette Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO help distribute toys from the Stuff the Bus collection drive! Toys will be distributed to struggling families in our region.
We need your help to move toys and assist with distribution on December 7th and December 8th, when local agencies will pick up toys that they will give to families with whom they work. Distribution will take place at the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers. Responsibilities will include gathering toys selected by agency representatives and moving them to their vehicle.
If you would like to register a minor, please reach out to Emily Smith at emily.smith@unitedwayswpa.org.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Elisha Serotta, elisha.serotta@unitedwayswpa.org or 412-456-6718.
Opportunity:WLC Cards of Caring In-Person - Westmoreland County
Date:12/06/2022 - 12/06/2022
Agency:United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
This December, join fellow WLC volunteers to write holiday cards for older adults in our community. The holiday season can sometimes be a difficult time for people in our community who live alone. Sending cards is a great way to let them know that they are cared for.
United Way will provide cards and envelopes; however, Volunteers must supply stamps for each card.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Elisha Serotta, elisha.serotta@unitedwayswpa.org or 412-456-6718.
Opportunity:Sort Toys for the Holidays from Stuff the Bus with United Way in Allegheny County
Date:12/02/2022 09:00 AM - 12/02/2022 12:00 PM
Agency:United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
Join United Way of Southwestern PA as we partner with Allegheny Fayette Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO to sort toys from the Stuff the Bus collection drive! Toys will be distributed to struggling families in our region the week of December 5th.
We need your help to sort the broad range of donated toys to prepare the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers' hall for distribution to families and local agencies. Sorting will involve lifting and moving toys of varying sizes, but there may also be opportunities to participate less strenuously.
If you would like to register a minor, please reach out to Emily Smith at emily.smith@unitedwayswpa.org.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Elisha Serotta, elisha.serotta@unitedwayswpa.org or 412-456-6718.
Opportunity:Unload Donated Toys for the Holidays from Stuff the Bus with United Way in Allegheny County
Date:12/01/2022 06:00 PM - 12/01/2022 08:30 PM
Agency:United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
Join United Way of Southwestern PA as we partner with Allegheny Fayette Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO to Stuff the Bus! On December 1st, we will be stuffing Pittsburgh Regional Transit buses with new unwrapped toys that will go to struggling families in our region.
We need your help on December 1st to unload toys that have been stuffed into city buses. Toy will be collected at the IBEW Local 5 Union Hall, located at 5 Hot Metal St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203. We need assistance unloading the buses at the Pittsburgh Federation of Teachers, located at 10 South 19th St., Pittsburgh, PA 15203. Moving toys will involve bending and lifting.
This opportunity will take place outside, so please dress warm for December evening weather!
If you would like to register a minor, please reach out to Emily Smith at emily.smith@unitedwayswpa.org.
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Elisha Serotta, elisha.serotta@unitedwayswpa.org or 412-456-6718.
Opportunity:WLC Cards of Caring Open House - Allegheny County
Date:11/29/2022 11:00 AM - 11/29/2022 03:00 PM
Agency:United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania
Join fellow WLC members at the Allegheny County office anytime between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. as we write holiday cards for older adults and collect new toys for children in our community. The holiday season can sometimes be a difficult time for people who live alone, as well as families struggling to make ends meet. Sending cards and collecting toys is a great way to let them know that they are cared for.
United Way will provide cards and envelopes; however, volunteers must supply stamps for each card. Volunteers can bring new toys to donate as well, but it is not required. This will be an open house so feel free to stop by anytime!
We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully. To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact Elisha Serotta, elisha.serotta@unitedwayswpa.org or 412-456-6718.
