Awards/Recognition

Our Legacy of Impact  

In 1996, our outreach (then called Concerned Citizens of Greater Pittsburgh) organized the first and only successful gang peace rally at Highland Park’s Rhododendron Pavilion. Five rival gangs agreed to a public ceasefire and peace truce, bringing years of reduced violence to our neighborhoods. This historic moment continues to shape our mission today.  

Recent Recognition (2018–2023)  

- 2023 Women of Excellence Award  

- 2023 Proclamation, City of Pittsburgh for Public Service  

- 2023 Proclamation, U.S. Congress for Public Service  

- 2021 GreatNonprofits Top‑Rated Nonprofit  

- 2019 Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Community Service Award  

- 2018 Proclamation, City of Pittsburgh for Civic Contribution  

Community Leadership (2010–2016)  

- 2016 New Pittsburgh Courier Women of Excellence Award  

- 2016 Proclamation, City of Pittsburgh for Impact on Children & Families  

- 2015 Proclamation, U.S. Congress for Tireless Community Work  

- 2015 Proclamation, City of Pittsburgh for Tireless Community Work  

- 2013 Jefferson Award & Soroptimist Award for Outstanding Public Service  

- 2010 Iron Cross Ministries Community Builder Award  

Early Recognition (1996–2007)  

- 2007 U.S. Armed Forces Award for Serving Troops During War  

- 2005 Slippery Rock University Leadership Award  

- 2004 City of Pittsburgh Proclamations (2) for Leadership & Service  

- 2004 YWCA Youth Mentor Award  

- 2000 Sisters Helping Sisters Award  

- 1997 Pennsylvania State Auditor General Proclamation for Reducing Gang Violence  

- 1996 Allegheny County Commissioner’s Proclamation for Reducing Gang Violence  

From reducing youth violence to supporting families in crisis, these recognitions reflect the heart of our mission: transforming lives and strengthening communities.