BRIDGES SOCIETY

MEMBERS SPOTLIGHT



Meet some of the members of United Way’s Bridges Society.

This network of young to mid-career professionals are building a stronger and more vibrant community, right here where we live.

Angela DeFrank

“I really feel a sense of community from the individuals working at United Way to the diverse volunteers I have met from other companies.”

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Toby Eberheart

I volunteer with United Way because it’s an amazing organization that helps so many people from so many walks of life, who are going through so many different things. United Way of Southwestern PA is focused here at home, so we can see the benefits of our efforts first-hand.

Kurt Gingrich

Kurt Gingrich

I believe in the work United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania does, and volunteering at the events provides me with the opportunity to support that impactful work.

Melaney Hegyes

Melaney Hegyes

I appreciate the volunteer opportunities that United Way provides. The staff makes it easy to give back and make a difference in our communities. Because the events are already scheduled and organized, it easily enables me to spend time with others, meet new people and help out.

Joe Laughlin

“These local heroes and heroines have inspired me to double down on my own efforts. But even so my efforts are modest in comparison, these agencies are so important to our community”

Terrina LaVallee

Terrina LaVallee

It is our duty to take care of our neighbors. I know that I would not be here today if it weren’t for the kindness of others. If one of us succeeds, we all do!

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Chase Loper

A passion for higher education also paved the way for ongoing community involvement through student engagement.

Sheryl L. Nunn, Ph.D.

Sheryl Nunn

My favorite memory is when I was able to be a part of the grant review process. I learned a lot from that experience and gained a better understanding of how United Way organizes the requests. I also was able to see just how wide the variety of support they provide extends.

Chelsea Ricelang

Chelsea Ricelang

United Way does such a great job identifying those who are most in need within our communities. They make it a priority to get resources out there.

Wendell T. Robinson

“Giving back to the place you call home unites the community and tends to have a domino effect. Others tend to follow and contribute.”

Brittani Smouse

BRITTANI SMOUSE

Building community creates a sense of pride and positivity that can be spread onto others. The more that’s spread, the better we can build and support one another.

Nathan Sylvester

“Giving back to the place you call home unites the community and tends to have a domino effect. Others tend to follow and contribute.”

Miles Urban

“The importance of establishing meaningful connections that make an impact throughout the community drives a passion for giving back to those less fortunate.”

Contact Information

Allegheny County Office
1250 Penn Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15222
412-261-6010

 

Butler County Office
124 Hollywood Drive
Butler, PA 16001
724-487-6032

 

Westmoreland County Office
1011 Old Salem Road
Greensburg, PA 15601
724-834-7170

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*United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania serves Allegheny, Armstrong, Butler, Fayette and Westmoreland Counties.