Washington Jazz Society nurturing local musical talent
The WSJ is a nonprofit organization founded in 2007 with the mission of educating the public about jazz music through concerts featuring national and local musicians. Washington Jazz Society also works to educate people about the historical development and significance of jazz music with a special emphasis on young musicians and young audiences and is the recipient of this month’s Driven By Hope Award, sponsored by Washington Auto Mall. View Full Article
Driven By Hope: WCGSA making splash in community
The organization started in the youth community in 2005 and incorporated in 2012 to expand programming for all ages and to the entire community. Their effort and important work are the reason WCGSA Inc. is the June recipient of the Driven By Hope Award, sponsored by Washington Auto Mall. View Full Article
Driven by Hope: Washington Area Senior Center a vital part of the community
“I feel like my job is to keep people wanting to come here,” says Miller. “And also drawing on other people who have never been to a senior center so that they come in the doors and see what we’re doing. Isolation can be very dangerous to seniors”. View Full Article
Driven by Hope: Nonprofit launched by C-H senior recipient of award
“My mission is for the foundation to open up a world of possibilities for kids, so that they know their future can still be bright and that they shouldn’t let limitations stop them from pursuing their goals,” said Popeck. View Full Article
Jameson’s Army: Helping families touched by congenital heart defects
Danielle describes sitting in the hospital cafeteria on that Thanksgiving Day watching families of patients not able to enjoy a holiday meal at home. “I was just like this isn’t right, this is Thanksgiving,” she remembers. “Life doesn’t stop when your kid is in the hospital, so my husband and I came up with the idea to do Thanksgiving here.” View Full Article
Impacted Inc.: Sharing knowledge about concussions with others
Patrick’s journey inspired Pattiann and her husband, Tom, to form Impacted Inc., a 501(c)(3) organization aimed at spreading awareness and support for families impacted by head injuries. “We are driven to help so that no parent or child needs to experience the difficulties of concussions alone,” says Pattiann. “Our journey was extremely long and painful, and we had little to no guidance. We hope to be beacons of light for others to follow.” View Full Article
Memories in the Makin’: Caring for others through equine therapy
She says she’s living proof of the healing power of horses. “Bobo was a really big part of the process,” she says. “They can do wonders, and they can do a lot for you. They’re such a good companion animal, make you feel safe and don’t judge you. All they want is your love and attention.” View Full Article
Driven By Hope: Literacy council empowering adults with language skills
The mission of the Literacy Council of Southwestern PA (LCSWPA) is to empower adults and families with literacy skills that enable them to lead successful, fulfilled lives as members of the community. Founded in 1985, the LCSWPA has transformed the lives of adults and families throughout Southwestern Pennsylvania through the gift of reading, writing and language, and has been chosen as this month’s recipient of the Driven By Hope Award sponsored by Washington Auto Mall. View Full Article
Driven By Hope: Little Lake Theater still going strong after 76 years
The theater on Lakeside Drive in Canonsburg just off Route 19 has been putting on shows for 76 years and is still going strong, embodying the spirit of community theater.Little Lake Theater is this month’s recipient of the Driven By Hope Award, sponsored by Washington Auto Mall. View Full Article
