Neighborhood Stories

“You may not want to go and pick up garbage, but on your street, you can go and do something for others. It’s going to make where you live look better. And whatever you can do…do.” As Fred Rogers famously serenaded “I have always wanted to have a neighbor just like you, I’ve always wanted...Read More

Our PULSErs have had such a great impact to our organization and the Northside as a whole. The Northside Leadership Conference is a coalition of Northside community-based organizations, committed to addressing mutual concerns through a united approach in order to promote and enhance the vitality, quality of life and image of Pittsburgh’s Northside. Cody Walters is the Main...Read More

“The impact PULSE has isn’t really quantifiable, at least not for me. Each fellow who comes through is working with an area organization and making a difference in our community. The ones who stay in the area and continue to contribute are certainly a blessing to this immediate area…I’ve been increasingly impressed by the depth,...Read More

“PULSE is an asset to Garfield. They are good neighbors and are motivated to get involved in the neighborhood.” – Minette Vaccariello, Garfield resident and GCAT member Minette Vaccariello understands the power of community. She has lived in the Garfield neighborhood for 8 years and has seen a lot of change take place during that...Read More