Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh

The Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh initiative is an outgrowth of a commitment by both The Pittsburgh Foundation and The Heinz Endowments to foster a vibrant and inclusive cultural life in the Pittsburgh region. The foundations maintained a long-term commitment to arts and culture as important factors in the region's quality of life, in the well-being of its citizens, and in its image and economy. Both The Heinz Endowments and The Pittsburgh Foundation have made consistent investments towards the initiative since its inception in 1988. Co-managed by both foundations until 2023, the program is now managed by The Pittsburgh Foundation, with considerable financial support from the Endowments.

Learn more about the most recent cohort of Advancing Black Arts in Pittsburgh here.