Life Changing | UPMC Community Stories

Currently, millions of people worldwide suffer from sickle cell disease, a common genetic blood disorder, characterized by an abnormality in the red blood cells. Yet there is still a critical need for medical research.
The Ryan Clark Cure League, conceived by Pittsburgh’s retired safety and leading tackler, raises money for sickle cell disease research, clinical care, and increased awareness about this painful, life-threatening disease....

The YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh has been addressing the needs of the community for over 160 years, reaching nearly 100,000 people annually throughout Allegheny County and the surrounding areas.
As the region has grown so has the Y’s programming to address the needs of the community. Once identified for servicing the region’s influx of immigrants, today the Y is known by some 85% of Americans....

Goodwill of Southwestern Pennsylvania helps more than 53,000 individuals per year and serves as one of the largest and most diverse social and human service organizations in the region.
Operating more than 30 thrift stores selling donated clothing and housewares, Goodwill also offers a broad variety of programs and services for people with disabilities, disadvantages and other barriers to employment, including the following:...

The Mount Ararat Community Activity Center, Inc. (MACAC) was established in 1990 as a community outreach organization committed to helping families throughout the region.  MACAC provides a variety of services, resources and information to community members...