The Pittsburgh Foundation

The Pittsburgh Foundation The Pittsburgh Foundation works to improve the quality of life in the Pittsburgh region.

"Typically, we are only able to debut 2 to 3 new plays each year which limits our ability to cultivate new playwrights i...
09/14/2026

"Typically, we are only able to debut 2 to 3 new plays each year which limits our ability to cultivate new playwrights in Pittsburgh," says Mark Clayton Southers, founder of Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company. "Cab-Lab will enable us to offer new writers short term engagements to workshop their work in our Cabaret Stage and present them to a live audience for the first time."

Pittsburgh Playwrights Theatre Company, a creative home dedicated to uplifting the voices, stories and artistry in Pittsburgh, received a 2025 Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh grant to support Cab Lab—a program designed to foster new works by emerging Pittsburgh-based emerging stage writers and spoken word performers.

The Pittsburgh Foundation's New Philanthropic Leaders program works with a cohort of early and mid-career professionals ...
09/09/2026

The Pittsburgh Foundation's New Philanthropic Leaders program works with a cohort of early and mid-career professionals to learn about philanthropy, understand the needs of the region and make impactful grants to nonprofits in the community.

This year, the cohort will be awarding grants to organizations that are providing educational opportunities to underrepresented and non-traditional students: Trade Institute of Pittsburgh, ARYSE and The Petey Greene Program.

Join us October 1st from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. to celebrate these three amazing organizations and crowdsource some additional funding. Tickets are $25, which includes a $20 donation to the participating organization of your choice: https://pittsburghfoundation.donorsupport.co/page/FUNCSYWNHBG

Percy Echols II is a Pittsburgh-based artist who received a 2025 Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh grant for his upcomi...
09/08/2026

Percy Echols II is a Pittsburgh-based artist who received a 2025 Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh grant for his upcoming public exhibition "Stealing Fire, Taming Lightning," a solo presentation of plasma and neon light sculptures.

"With this project, I want to expand understanding, visibility and access to the plasma and neon art, while strengthening creative and educational connections between artists, educators and scientists," Echols said. "The project is inspired by cultural narratives and craft from across the African diaspora, and aims to show young people how STEAM-based programming can be both educational and inspiring."

Ceramic artist and sculptor Sharif Bey has returned to his hometown here in Pittsburgh with his stunning Homecoming exhi...
09/04/2026

Ceramic artist and sculptor Sharif Bey has returned to his hometown here in Pittsburgh with his stunning Homecoming exhibition at the Andy Warhol Museum.
Foundation staff took a trip to see the works, which are displayed alongside pieces by Jean-Michel Basquiat and Warhol himself. The exhibit is a testament to Pittsburgh's enduring legacy as a home for artistic innovation, and every piece explores the connection between the three artists' shared histories.

09/03/2026

"There are still good people who care."

Building new connections between nonprofits and donors is strengthening southwestern Pennsylvania's basic needs safety net in the face of funding challenges.

The Foundation brought together donors and nonprofit organizations for real conversations about how to help our neighbors in need.

This gathering represents our unique place in the funding ecosystem: a convener of donors and nonprofits. Together, we can create greater impact in the Pittsburgh community.

Pittsburgh's Negro League teams like the Homestead Grays and Pittsburgh Crawfords weren't only some of the best baseball...
09/02/2026

Pittsburgh's Negro League teams like the Homestead Grays and Pittsburgh Crawfords weren't only some of the best baseball teams of all time, they also played a transformative role in advancing civil rights and Black economic independence in the United States, but few physical records remain to tell their stories.

Morgan Moody, a Pittsburgh-based TV, film and podcast producer is seeking to change that with her new project, which received funding through the 2025 Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh program.

"Despite their profound cultural impact, the role of Black baseball players has been under-documented," Moody said about the project. "I want to preserve and amplify their legacy, by archiving and digitizing the personal scrapbooks, photographs and records of Homestead Greys outfielder Willis Moody, to safeguard these rare primary materials and create an educational tool that can benefit the community for years to come."

08/28/2026

Don't miss THRIVE: A Night to Celebrate, Connect & Unwind on Oct 1. It will be an evening dedicated to celebrating exceptional leadership, mentorship, and partnership across our region.

Dr. Trisha Gadson, President & CEO of Jefferson Regional Foundation, Richard Taylor, President of Eden Hall Foundation, and William Generett, President & CEO of The Pittsburgh Foundation, will be having a fireside conversation exploring "Beyond Survival: Leading with Purpose, Impact, and Vision." TALI Board Chair Lara Washington will moderate the discussion.

Find more information here:

08/27/2026

What does authentic leadership look like for employees with disabilities?
Join FISA Foundation, The Heinz Endowments, and The Pittsburgh Foundation for the "Cultivating Authentic Leadership of Employees with Disabilities" webinar, part of our Race + Disability Initiative. This session will explore how organizations can better recognize, support, and learn from leaders with disabilities. Our expert moderator and panelists will discuss key topics such as personal identity in the workplace, accessibility, disclosure, career advancement, and what it takes to create truly inclusive organizations. Centering the perspectives of leaders with lived experience, this discussion will demonstrate how disability can enhance leadership and highlight the valuable insights disabled professionals bring to their work.
Wednesday, September 23rd, 2026
1:00 PM to 2:30 PM EST
Register: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cultivating-authentic-leadership-of-employees-with-disabilities-tickets-1998556580532?aff=oddtdtcreator

08/27/2026

Behind every name is a life that mattered: a child, a parent, a sibling, a grandparent.

Emily Loeb, Director of the Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh, shares the importance of honoring the people who were affected by the Holocaust and keeping their memories alive by remembering their names and stories.

The Holocaust Center of Pittsburgh makes the history of the Holocaust and the issue of antisemitism relevant through personal stories and meaningful engagement. By helping people understand the human impact of prejudice and hatred, it creates opportunities to foster environments where the needle can be moved on antisemitism and other forms of bias.

Congratulations a.k. payne, a Pittsburgh-based artist and theatermaker, on being named this year's Best Playwright for h...
08/25/2026

Congratulations a.k. payne, a Pittsburgh-based artist and theatermaker, on being named this year's Best Playwright for her play "Furlough’s Paradise" at the 31st annual NAACP Theatre Awards!

In 2023, payne received a two-year Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh grant from The Pittsburgh Foundation to support a self-curated playwright residency and the development of new works.

Learn more about "Furlough's Paradise" and payne's other works on their website: https://www.akpayne.com/

Address

912 Fort Duquesne Boulevard, Fl. 10
Pittsburgh, PA
15222

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

Telephone

+14123915122

Website

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when The Pittsburgh Foundation posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Shortcuts

Share