is: Technology Integration—Lee Cristofano, High School Physics
Teacher, Facilitator and STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering,
Arts & Math) Coordinator, Bethel Park School District.
“The awards are our way of giving thanks on behalf of the
community to people and organizations that contribute so much to
education,” said Consortium Executive Director Mary Kay Babyak.
“We’re grateful to all of them for the work they’re continually doing to
give students outstanding learning opportunities. It’s really important
that we take time to recognize them along with all of those who
contribute to our region’s rich resources for learning.”
BRITSBURGH!
One of the largest British festivals in the country will take place
September 6 – 11 at various venues all over the Pittsburgh region.
This six-day festival offers events for all age groups and budgets, with
an emphasis on fun, in celebration of over 200 years of historic ties
between Pittsburgh and Great Britain.
Whether you are a Beatles and Stones fan, or your taste is more
choral or brass band, there will be great British music throughout
the week. The Pittsburgh Tea Association will be observing the fine
art of English tea at numerous tearooms, for those longing for some
real scones with Devonshire cream. Restaurants and bars will also be
featuring British brews and English dishes. The British Film Festival
will feature critically acclaimed works and celebrated stars of the “big
screen” from across the pond.
Britsburgh’s partners, including the Carnegie Museum of Art,
Hartwood Acres, Duquesne University, The Frick Art and Historical
Center, and the Arcade Comedy Theater, will all have exciting events
planned with a touch of the British Isles in mind. So come out and
celebrate the best of what’s British!
For more information, visit Britsburgh.com for emerging details.
Sponsorship opportunities exist at several levels for businesses and
nonprofit entities. To plan a Britsburgh event in your community,
become a Britsburgh partner — just email your interest to roger@
bacpgh.com.
WOMEN OF SOUTHWESTERN
PA, INC., CALL FOR GRANTS
WOMEN of Southwestern PA, Inc. (Women Organized to Mentor,
Empower and Network) is currently accepting funding requests from
local nonprofit, 501(c)(3) charitable and community organizations.
Submission deadline is May 15, and decisions will be made in June.
See womenofswpa.org for details on WOMEN’s philanthropic
mission.
In 2015, WOMEN returned $50,000 to western Pennsylvania
organizations for specific projects. The money was funded by profits
from the annual Symphony of Food – A Chef ’s Showcase dinner held
each year in January.
To qualify, an organization must provide service in Allegheny,
Washington, Fayette or Greene counties, have IRS 501(c)(3) status,
receive no federal funds for the specific projects, and benefit women’s,
children’s or family interests.
Applicants are asked to go to the website – womenofswpa.org
– print and complete the Grant Application Form, attach a copy
of nonprofit status, specify the amount requested (up to $2,500),
and send to WOMEN of Southwestern PA, Inc., c/o Philanthropy
Committee, P.O. Box 1112, McMurray, PA 15317.
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