Amizade Global Service-Learning empowers individuals and communities through worldwide service. On November 1st, they will be celebrating their 20th anniversary at the Children’s Museum of Pittsburgh! The powerhouse of the newly opened Global Switchboard, Amizade designs service-learning and volunteer programs around the world in collaboration with universities, high schools, and community groups. Julia...Read More

WYEP is a public radio station that offers Pittsburgh a unique variety of music. The station also hosts community events like free festivals, concerts and children’s events. PULSE’s partnership with WYEP dates back over 10 years. This year, Alex Woodring is an Ed. and Community Engagement Asst. He teaches music appreciation, audio production and radio...Read More

The Three Rivers Workforce Investment Board (TRWIB) serves the community by connecting job seekers with employers. The board offers job seekers low-cost training opportunities and gives incentives to businesses who hire new employees. Alex Smith, a current PULSE fellow, works at TRWIB as a project assistant. He serves both in-school and out-of-school youth in Pittsburgh...Read More

                  Oakland Planning and Development Corporation (OPDC) works to build a better Oakland where neighbors thrive. Emily Kraybill, a current PULSE fellow, works with OPDC’s JobLinks program. She helps Oakland-based employers find job seekers to fill their open positions and she assists job seekers as they navigate the job...Read More

Allegheny Partners for Out-of-School Time (APOST) is a four-year-old organization that increases quality and access of after-school programs for children and youth. Nikita Zook, a current PULSE fellow, serves at APOST as co-coordinator of a pilot after-school program.  The after-school program brings five organizations together to better deliver after-school services. Mila Yochum, the director of...Read More