In addition to our four main programs, Pittsburgh Cares coordinates a variety of special events that further engage and recognize volunteers including:

  • Seasons of Service (November and December)
  • MLK: Celebrate the Dream (January)
  • Hands on Pittsburgh (May)
  • Pittsburgh Cares Social Awareness Events/Campaign

Pittsburgh Cares’ special events offer volunteers, donors, agency partners and friends the opportunity to create change while networking with others throughout the region! Special events are a great way to get introduced to Pittsburgh Cares!

 
 

MLK : Celebrate the Dream

Events held in commemoration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. aim to unite volunteers through service and promote regional respect for diversity. These events vary each year, but seek to celebrate regional amenities in Pittsburgh, showcase various neighborhoods, engage volunteers in public art projects, and display the talents of local Pittsburgh musicians and other performing groups.

Hands on
Pittsburgh

In May, the Pittsburgh Cares network celebrates its impact in the region through our largest annual fundraising event which gathers over 2,000 youth and adult volunteers and matches them to close to 100 volunteer projects that support more than 50 nonprofit organizations.

Seasons of Service

During the holiday season, Pittsburgh Cares makes it easy for individuals and families to give back during the months of November and December. Through special volunteer opportunities, a collection of holiday wish lists for regional nonprofit organizations, and a collection of holiday impact stories from our volunteers, we celebrate the spirit of giving together during the holidays.

Pittsburgh Cares Social Awareness Events

Pittsburgh Cares Social Awareness Events / Campaigns serve to educate the public on a number of social issues by engaging new and existing volunteers, donors and regional nonprofit organizations in diverse activities using various outlets. These events/campaigns are scheduled to take place four times a year at different times and locations. Click here for the upcoming event/campaign calendar.