100 Women Who Care Pittsburgh

? Member Spotlight ? Meet Tanya Vokes In a few words, "What are you up to these days?":?Dress for Success Pittsburgh is gearing up to celebrate 20 years of providing clothing and employment readiness support to women returning to the workforce across the region! What are you most passionate about?:?I care deeply about contributing to a society that includes a welcoming place for everyone and about empowering women to take the next step in their career journey with strength and confidence. What is your favorite thing to do in Pittsburgh?:?I love everything from a ride on the incline (or the Ferris wheel that's on the Clemente Bridge this month) to getting dressed up for a fancy fundraiser like Party at the Pier. Pittsburgh is the best ?? Why are you a member of 100 Women Pittsburgh?:?I became a member of 100 Women Pittsburgh because I wanted to spend time with others who care about supporting the community - once I learned how much further our dollars can go together, I was hooked! I love greeting new and prospective members at our meetings, if you ever want to stop by and see what it's all about, hit me up! If you want to learn more about Tanya, or Dress for Success Pittsburgh, reach out to her at [email protected].

Our circle continues to grow! Welcome to our new members: Stacy Norman Shannon Maggs Melissa Marion, CFRE Allie Quick Natalie Thurman, RN, CCRC, CIP Betsy Hawley Laura McCurdy Erin Wood, CPA Shannon Maggs Kayla Shaffer Elizabeth DeLosa Sam Hindman Hannah Schildkamp Mikayla Feil Margaret Gallik #growth #community #womensupportingwomen #nonprofits #pittsburgh

So much goes into making 100+ Women Who Care - Pittsburgh an engaged giving circle. We couldn't do it without the help of some key members. We'd like to give a special thank you to these ladies for their dedication and support to ensuring our quarterly events are a great success. ?? Christine T. DeMao, AIF?, SHRM-CP? - Managing Partner and COO at Gibson Captial ??Melanie Marsh - Realtor and Team Leader with Compass of Greater Pittsburgh ??Kathy Russell - Owner, Cellars on Penn ?? Yolanda J. Murphy - Research Specialist & Clinical Trial Ambassador at the University of Pittsburgh and Hillman Cancer Center #pittsburgh #giving #nonprofits #communityimpact #volunteer #advocacy

Congratulations to Operation Better Block Inc, our Q4 recipient! If you'd like to learn more about this amazing organization, or help support their efforts, visit https://lnkd.in/gm3svgpS or reach out to their executive director, Jay Gilmer, Esq. #community #pittsburgh #supportingchildren #nonprofits

Dress for Success Pittsburgh's 20th anniversary celebration is right around the corner! If you would like to learn more about the event, or purchase tickets, visit: https://lnkd.in/ecRHauaQ

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? Member Spotlight ? Meet Diane Pearson, CFP?, CeFT?, CDFA? In a few words, "What are you up to these days?":?I am enjoying this amazing time in my life. I am married with two adults sons and became a "Nonna" for the first time last year. Babysitting my grandson is the highlight of my week. I also love the beach, swimming and reading. I just celebrated my fifth anniversary of my fee-only financial planning firm. I have been in the industry for 35 years. What are you most passionate about?:?I am most passionate about the time I spend with my family and friends. I have received so many blessings in my life. What is your favorite thing to do in Pittsburgh?:?I look forward to two events every year, Bloomfield's Little Italy Days and Picklesburg. My husband and I enjoy shopping the Strip District and biking along the North Shore. Why are you a member of 100 Women Pittsburgh?:?I am one of the original members and a member of the leadership committee. I joined at a time when I was in between board positions trying to find a new non-profit that I might be interested in sharing my time and energy. I am amazed at each meeting the organizations that present and grateful that I can help in a small way. Reach out to Diane to connect!

Recipient Update ?? KidsVoice continues to do amazing work since receiving our giving circle funds at our Q4 2023 event. Garth Graeper, the Director of Development for KidsVoice shared the following update: "These funds helped KidsVoice pilot a program that focuses on achieving better outcomes for children in foster care by proactively identifying and addressing the needs of their grandparents who are primary caregivers, in addition to the children’s needs. Nearly half of children placed with family members are placed with grandparents, who often do everything they can to keep siblings together but may feel overwhelmed by having to make immediate decisions related to a child’s complex medical needs or their learning disability, for example. KidsVoice helps grandparents address the wide range of a child’s needs, so the grandparents can instead focus on building a safe and positive home life for the child. In another innovative pilot project begun over the past year, KidsVoice is collaborating with UPMC to address the medical needs and gaps in care of former foster youth related to “social determinants of health” in McKeesport and beyond. KidsVoice advocacy helps remove roadblocks for these young adults related to housing, employment, and healthcare engagement. Attached is a photo from our 2024 Kites for Kids event, a fun, annual community event at the Carnegie Science Center that raises awareness about the challenges that children in foster care face. In general, we use a lot of stock art since client-confidentiality prevents us from sharing photos of the children we work with." Please visit the KidsVoice page to learn more about how you can help! #community #childreninneed #nonprofits #pittsburgh

Mark your calendars and join us for our Q4 in-person giving circle. We'd love to have you as a guest or a new member. Reach out to us here or email us at [email protected] #givingcircle #pghevents #pittsburghcommunity #charity

Can you believe it? 100+ Women Who Care - Pittsburgh is celebrating 10 years! 10 years of helping amazing non-profits, 10 years of meeting wonderful people from around Pittsburgh, and 10 years of growing our giving circle. Consider joining our giving circle and help us make it to 20 years. You can reach out to us directly via DM or emailing us at [email protected]