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 Chelsea Contino | Jun 30, 2026 | Announcements, Archive, Build Capacity, Front Page, Revitalize Neighborhoods
What began as a temporary student installation for Carnegie Mellon University’s Spring Carnival has found a permanent home in Millvale. Through a partnership between Neighborhood Allies, the Carnegie Mellon University School of Architecture, and Abeille Voyante...
by Chelsea Contino | Jun 5, 2026 | Advance Equity, Announcements, Build Capacity, Front Page, Revitalize Neighborhoods
We recently partnered with Bridgeway Capital to host a 3-session workshop designed specifically for graduates of our Real Estate Co-Powerment series who are ready to embark on their development journey, Bridgeway Capital clients preparing to apply for financing, and...
by Chelsea Contino | Jun 2, 2026 | Advance Equity, Announcements, Build Capacity, Front Page, Hill District, Revitalize Neighborhoods
In May, Neighborhood Allies staff, community development leaders, and industry funders gathered to visit the sites of four active real estate projects where our partners shared their visions, work, and progress to date. Learn more about each project site that we...
by talia piazza | Feb 4, 2026 | Build Capacity, Front Page, Revitalize Neighborhoods, Thought Leadership
Across the country, communities are struggling to deliver affordable housing and neighborhood-scale development at the pace and scale residents need. Too often, the barrier isn’t a lack of vision or community commitment—it’s limited access to capital and policy...
by Chelsea Contino | Nov 6, 2025 | Announcements, Build Capacity, Front Page, Hill District, Revitalize Neighborhoods
On March 27, 1975, Roberta “Ms. Bert” Cole Brassel walked into the building that she would transform into a longstanding staple of the Hill District – The Black Beauty Lounge. With funding from her aunt and uncle, she set out to create a place for love,...
