Pitt’s United Way Campaign has returned for another year of giving and impact — and there’s a new benefit for those who donate.
Employees who pledge a new payroll deduction or confirm their payroll deduction between Oct. 1 through Nov. 15 will receive a free ticket for an experiences raffle. The raffle drawing will be held on Nov. 21.
Through April 2025, students, faculty and staff across Pitt’s campuses are encouraged to support the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania by donating time or resources. Here’s how to donate through vacation time (PDF) or payroll deduction.
Vice Chancellor of Engagement and Community Affairs Lina Dostilio will serve as the 2024-25 campaign chair,. She will work in tandem with the campaign director, Kelly Gilliam, to meet the goals outlined for the year.
Questions can be directed to PittUnitedWay@pitt.edu or by calling 412-624-5800.
More ways to get involved
Find a list of volunteer opportunities, workshops and events on the campaign website. Staff and faculty can record up to 7.5 hours per month on their timecard for volunteer service, with supervisor approval.
Some upcoming events include:
Poverty Spiral Simulation, Kit Packing & Collection Drive: 1-4 p.m. Oct. 15, O'Hara Student Center, Ballroom 2nd floor
Experience what life is like for low-income families through a powerful simulation that helps expand understanding of social determinants of health. After the simulation, we’ll be packing snack kits for local students and hosting a collection drive for cleaning products, baby diapers, and wipes.
Register here: https://volunteer.pitt.edu/opportunity/a0CPe00002oUruOMAS/poverty-spiral-simulation-kit-packing-and-collection-drive
Racial Wealth Gap Learning Simulation (Virtual): 1-3 p.m. Oct. 16
This virtual workshop explores the root causes of racial inequality and how federal policies have shaped today’s structural inequities. Join us for an insightful session on how these policies continue to affect communities of color.
Register here: https://volunteer.pitt.edu/opportunity/a0CPe00002oUHXQMA4/racial-wealth-gap-learning-simulation-virtual