by talia piazza | Sep 4, 2026 | Front Page
We are thrilled to celebrate our own Demi Kolke, Director of Community Investments, on being named to Pittsburgh Magazine’s 2026 “40 Under 40” class! Each year, Pittsburgh Magazine recognizes 40 people under the age of 40 whose leadership, accomplishments, and...
by talia piazza | Jul 24, 2026 | Foster Economic Opportunity, Front Page
Every financial journey is different. Some people are working to improve their credit, while others are paying down debt, building savings, preparing to buy a home, or overcoming an unexpected financial challenge. Whatever the goal, having the right support and the...
by talia piazza | Jul 1, 2026 | Build Capacity, Foster Economic Opportunity, Front Page, Stories
Entrepreneurs rarely succeed alone. Behind every thriving small business is a network of mentors, partners, advocates, and community leaders who believe in an idea, open doors, and create opportunities for others to succeed. Vernard Alexander is one of those leaders....
by talia piazza | Jun 30, 2026 | Foster Economic Opportunity, Front Page
Most people don’t struggle financially because they lack ambition or goals. They struggle because the systems, tools, and opportunities that make wealth-building possible are often out of reach. Over the past decade, Neighborhood Allies has worked alongside...
by talia piazza | Jun 8, 2026 | Announcements, Front Page, Thought Leadership
Thoughts on neighborhood investment, economic mobility, and the future of Pittsburgh’s communities By: Presley Gillespie, President and CEO, Neighborhood Allies | June 8, 2026 Recently, I came across a quote often attributed to Steve Jobs about leadership. The...
