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Justin Maxson tapped to lead Heinz Endowments grantmaking team
The Heinz Endowments, June 9, 2026Justin Maxson has been named Chief Program Officer of The Heinz Endowments following a national search for a strategic professional to inspire and lead the team of experienced grant makers working for a sustainable, exemplary
... Read MoreAdvancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh awards $1.12 million in grants
The Pittsburgh Foundation, May 6, 2026Grants provide general operating and project support.
Read MoreIn Memory of Richard P. Simmons
The Heinz Endowments, April 30, 2026Richard P. Simmons was one of the country’s leading business leaders and philanthropists, and the impact of his passing reverberates across industry, education, health care and the arts.
Read MoreInternationally recognized artist, community organizer named as new Heinz Endowments Board Member
The Heinz Endowments, March 18, 2026University of Houston Professor Rick Lowe brings over 30 years of community-based art experience.
Read MoreOrganizations working to improve workforce opportunities for young adults in southwestern Pennsylvania receive funding
The Heinz Endowments, March 12, 2026The Heinz Endowments invests $11.3 million to expand quality, life-sustaining employment opportunities for region’s 16-24-year-olds.
Read MorePittsburgh Local Organizing Committee unveils comprehensive environmental and sustainability legacy plan for 2026 NFL Draft
VisitPITTSBURGH, March 9, 2026As Pittsburgh prepares to welcome an estimated 500,000 to 700,000 visitors for the 2026 NFL Draft, the Pittsburgh Local Organizing Committee today announced a comprehensive environmental and sustainability legacy plan designed to ensure the event
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