The United Way has ways Pitt faculty and staff can get involved in the community, including mentoring middle-school students and visiting senior citizens.
September is Hunger Action Month, and a partnership with the Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank aims to combat food insecurity through service and contributions to support two local food pantries.
Through options like neighborhood activities, volunteer outreach or giving, the Office of Community and Governmental Relations is reinventing opportunities for faculty and staff to engage with the community.
Through personal contributions, team donation activities and fundraising special events, the 2018 Pitt United Way Campaign raised more than $700,000 and showed how the University community can make a difference in the lives of those in need.