The Buhl Foundation

To support the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy with funds to endow community flower gardens on Pittsburgh's North Side.

To support reasearch-based science teacher training for elementary classrooms having low socio-economic status in Western Pennsylvania. ($25,000 from the Frick Fund and $25,000 from the Buhl Fund)

To support the design and pilot of "My Action Plan for Success" (MAPS), a program to help teachers motivate and coach students in creating a personalized map to schievement in and out of school.($25,000 from the Frick Fund and $25,000 from the Buhl Fund)

Start up costs for developing infrastructure to empower children and youth by creating relevant learning opportunities through the compelling use of technology, media and the arts.

To provide youth friendly space in Hearth's new facilities to assist in outreach to women and families in at-risk situations.

To support Creek Connections, a creative partnership between Allegheny College and area high schools to advance hands on, inquiry based, natural science education.

To provide start up expenses in Pittsburgh for an innovative after school program with a proven track record of raising the academic proficiency of underserved middle school students.

To assist in strategic planning efforts regarding how at-risk youth might be better connected to career pathway opportunities.

To assist this North Side based organization in its neighborhood outreach to at-risk elementary, middle school and high school students.

To support capacity building in delta's programmatic effort to promote equality and diversity in the Pittsburgh region.

To support educational outreach regarding Romare Bearden's ceramic mural permanently housed at the new Gateway Center Subway Station.

To support a new outreach to seed creative thinking on social challenges in order to advance the Pittsburgh region.

To support the PSVP in building capacity in non-profit leaders by encouraging individuals to effectively message their organization.

To support an educational theater program in economically disadvantaged public schools

To support technology innovations to motivate students to read by piloting new technologies and library tools for special needs students in a rural economically challenged district

To support music education for underserved students in at risk communities

For continued support of the Center’s educational programs for Pittsburgh and its young people ($25,000 from the Frick Fund and $75,000 from the Buhl Fund)

To support a capital campaign to improve outreach to at-risk and underserved populations.

To support a project for increasing the efficiency and effectiveness of Allegheny County libraries

To support Coro Fellows in a CAPSTONE project to encourage greater citizen voice in local governance.

To support the Institute of Politics work to improve regional planning efforts while addressing complex problems.

To support Festival activities undertaken by the Cultural Trust to make Pittsburgh a more vibrant and family friendly community.

To support The Go Roadshow educational activities for Pittsburgh Public School students attending the 2012 “Summer Dreamers Literacy Academy” and school year classes to enhance creativity and music appreciation.

For support of educational outreach and matinees for the production of Bizet’s Carmen which will benefit Pittsburgh Public School students.

To support “Bridge the Gap 2011: Collaboration Between River City Brass and Pittsburgh Public Schools” to provide an instrumental and vocal enrichment program to PPS students.

To support the Public education Outreach Day to enable thousands of local school children and teachers to attend the International Science and engineering fair (ISEF), the premier global pre-college science competition.

To support matinees of two science-focused productions for students in economically disadvantaged communities: Darwin and the Kid and Lessons from the Birds.

To support a second year of the WQED series “It’s Pittsburgh and a Lot of Other Stuff” produced by Rick Sebak.

To support the Agenda Development Fund of the Allegheny Conference.

To continue Buhl’s support of a broad based community collaborative to increase diversity in Western Pennsylvania.

To support the creation of WYEP’s teen center, an innovative, student led organization to develop leadership skills while giving youth a voice in media.

To support efforts on the North Side of Pittsburgh to encourage effective and attractive design and development.

To support the College’s BEST robotics program to enhance science, technology, engineering and mathematics understanding in 24 teams of middle and high school students.

To support youth development activities through mentoring support, training and outreach in public schools.

To support human service organizations through the Day of Giving initiative being coordinated by the Pittsburgh Foundation.

For two-year support to assist restructuring efforts of Focus on Renewal to achieve financial stability in its outreach to at-risk populations in  McKees Rocks.

For two-year support for teacher materials for the Schooltime and TinyTots programs in program year 2011-2012 and 2012-2013.

For “Taking a Closer Look,” an outreach program for middle school children of the Pittsburgh Public Schools who will learn about artists in the region whose work is displayed in their schools.

To support technology enhancements for the theater production of “A Wrinkle in Time” in order to help engage students more effectively in the literary and theatrical experience.

To support educational plays and related materials on bullying and drug and alcohol abuse prevention presented to Pittsburgh Public School elementary students.

To support teacher workshops providing new ways to integrate art, history and science into the K-12 curriculum.

For chess activities in the Pittsburgh Public Schools as a methodology to develop critical thinking.

To enable underserved public school students to attend the “Open Stage” productions with the goal of improving critical thinking and discussion skills

To support the “Learn Locally-Think Globally” high school teacher training workshops in Western Pennsylvania.

To support the Visiting Artists Program in Westmoreland County public schools.

To provide start-up support for urban high school outreach efforts in celebration of the Junior Mendelssohn Choir’s 25^th anniversary.

To support the development of a new Literary Center on Pittsburgh’s North Side which will serve as a community revitalization anchor

A challenge grant to support installation of a major art piece, entitled ACUPUNCTURE, planned for the museum’s main facility at 500 Sampsonia Way on the North Side

To support the programs of EPLC in Western Pennsylvania including the Arts and Education Initiative ($35,000 from the Frick Fund and $15,000 from the Buhl Fund)

To support the creation of an educational web-based resource connection called the Dynamic Resource Portal (DRP) to enable regional educators to search for quality educational content to support the instruction of their students ($22,000 from Frick Fund and $22,000 from Buhl Fund)

To help build capacity within Sustainable Pittsburgh by assisting with its business research and convening efforts

To assist the Congress of Neighboring Communities as it seeks financial stability while working to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of local municipal governance

To assist with launching of the Dialogue and Resolution Center to address violence and conflict resolution opportunities

To support production services and Filmmakers’ efforts to build capacity in nonprofit organizations through creative use of media

To build capacity in and continue outreach to nonprofit organizations by supporting collaboration or merger in these difficult economic times

To build capacity and impact through an integrated telephone system coupled with marketing and outreach to women in at-risk situations

For additional funding to support collaboration with multiple partners on Pittsburgh’s North Side to provide education on and reclamation of vacant lots as a community revitalization strategy

To support mural projects that build community spirit and skills in young people especially in under resourced Pittsburgh neighborhoods

To assist with an outreach to youth in at-risk situations in Wilkinsburg and East End communities

For support of a conference to improve the quality, effectiveness and efficiencies of services and treatment of African American children, youth and families exposed to violence

To support a collaborative program with Beaver County Community College encouraging entrepreneurism in young people

To support the Legacy Fund, established in the name of Joyce Rothermel, as a way to honor the retiring CEO and Co-Founder of the Food Bank

To support a pilot expansion project to build capacity in not-for-profits through service leadership and volunteerism

To support African American male leadership development as part of the Rho Boule “Education: The Key to Economic Empowerment” Conference

To support the new “Sundae Market” intended to encourage tourism on Pittsburgh’s North Side

To support its Annual Conference and its new focus on youth leadership development

To support the design and pilot of “My Action Plan for Success” (MAPS), a process to help teachers motivate and coach middle school students in creating a personalized map to achievement in and out of school

For a pilot program entitled “Computation and Science for Teachers” (CAST), to improve the use of modeling and computation to prepare students with real world problem solving strategies

To improve teaching and learning of music in school districts with high poverty rates

To support the Summer Institute for teachers: Teaching Contemporary Global Issues

To provide support for “mock auditions” for high school students preparing for a college degree in vocal music

To support three years of educational programming for Western Pennsylvania youth

To support the development of a unique, environmentally sensitive, state-of-the-art Educational Center to better serve handicapped populations

To continue support of Youth Futures Commission initiatives for youth in at-risk situations in partnership with other funders and the United Way

To continue the Black Male Leadership Development Institute as it expands to deepen impact and serve more youth

For continued support of innovative recreational activities targeting increased participation within traditionally underserved neighborhoods on Pittsburgh’s North Side

To support public outreach and education regarding the value of Carnegie Library and its system of neighborhood libraries

To support the search for a new leader and CDC’s realignment to the changing design needs of Pittsburgh and its North Side

To assist with the purchase of a warehouse on Pittsburgh’s North Side as part of a longer-term vision to expand restoration efforts directed toward at-risk neighborhoods and populations

To support technology and software upgrades to build capacity and organizational effectiveness for addressing gender equity

To support outreach and development activities for youth in at-risk situations in Wilkinsburg

To support a summer violence prevention program in Allegheny County’s most at-risk neighborhoods

For additional support to complete production and educational materials for a documentary on the Allegheny Observatory and its contributions both to science and this region

To support a collaboration among multiple partners on Pittsburgh’s North Side to provide education on and reclamation of vacant lots as a community revitalization strategy

To support a case study project analyzing and learning from Elsie Hillman’s significant impact as a civic leader in Western Pennsylvania

To support the second phase of a public outreach campaign to encourage early detection of specific learning disabilities in order to improve educational outcomes

To support Child Watch’s role within the Allegheny County Roundtable for addressing truancy, especially among at-risk populations

To support the cultural, outreach and youth development activities of the Children’s International Festival and the Three Rivers Arts Festival

To support the historic preservation plan for Emerald View Park that will provide education  about Pittsburgh‘s history for school groups, hikers, and tourists

To support the 2011 Nonprofit Summit that seeks to strengthen the nonprofit sector for a stronger region

To participate in a funders coalition to study the past effectiveness of and future prospects for neighborhood based community development efforts

To support programs which enhance appreciation by students and teachers of science regarding technological innovations in our region

To expand the partnership with public schools and underserved communities near Frick Park by engaging teachers and parents in sessions to design the Environmental Center’s education outreach efforts

To pilot strategies to engage local teachers and students in the Humanities on the Road production of “Steel Towns, Coalfields & the Unbroken Circle”

To support outreach to underserved public schools in the region with the goal of increasing student connection to classical literature through theater

To support the K-12 education programs which include a rigorous year-long workshop for teachers

To support the Peanut Butter and Jam sessions for musical outreach to young children

To support the Educator’s Workshop for area elementary and middle school music teachers in 2011 entitled “Swing into Spring with Mr. Rogers”

To provide musical exploration and performance opportunities to students in grades K to 3 in an afterschool program in Wilkinsburg

For utilizing virtual conferencing technology to provide professional development and peer support for superintendents and other leaders in public school districts within Western Pennsylvania.

To continue Buhl’s participation in a pooled fund supporting the partnership between Allegheny County Department of Human Services and the foundation community for improving the response to human services needs of at-risk populations.

To implement the Experienced Dreamers project to experiment how Pittsburgh's amenities might be utilized as as economic development tool while benefitting the not-for-profit community.

To develop a “State of Downtown Pittsburgh” report that helps gauge the vitality of the downtown Pittsburgh urban core.

To support the Pittsburgh is Art Day of Giving initiative to encourage greater community support of arts and culture organizations, especially those on Pittsburgh’s North Side.

To support development of an integrated database, within a secure, robust and reliable technology environment to build capacity in this North Side based program serving at-risk youth.

To continue Buhl’s participation in a pooled fund supporting the partnership between Allegheny County Department of Human Services and the foundation community for improving programs seeking to reduce recidivism in Allegheny County.

For capacity building efforts to increase the breadth and impact of services offered to women in at-risk situations.

To help fund the Ken Love documentary on the Maxo Vanka murals at St. Nicholas Church in Millvale as a tribute to Pittsburgh’s deep ethnic roots.

For support of this national and local resource for foundations and non-for-profits.

To support a pilot project where teaching artists of Attack Theatre and Pace School faculty collaborate to create a movement curriculum that integrates with core curricular objectives for children with complex social and emotional challenges that will be replicated in other special education environments.

To enable underserved public school students to attend the productions Circle Mirror Transformation and Superior Donuts with the goal of improving critical thinking and discussion skills.

For support of professional development for over 140 arts teachers in the Pittsburgh Public Schools in partnership with teaching artists from Gateway to the Arts.

To enhance the career fair and the differentiated math instruction with the addition of new computer-based software that will help area students who have dropped out of school earn a diploma from their home district.

To support free screenings of films for public high school students with the goal of promoting dialogue and cultural understanding.

For the creation of small ensemble groups to increase the skill of student musicians and also to increase performances in smaller venues in underserved communities.

For beautification of the public park within Allegheny Center Mall to encourage community gatherings and enjoyment.

To support new learner and performance centered teaching methodology that utilizes technology to increase the interest and performance of women in the STEM arena, particularly in math.

For continued support of the Center’s educational programs for Pittsburgh’s young people ($75,000 from the Buhl Fund and $25,000 from the Frick Fund).

An action-research and engagement model that seeks to identify and remedy problematic situations within the Pittsburgh Public Schools ($30,000 from Buhl Fund and $20,000 from Frick Fund).

To support a partnership between CMU and Saturday Light Brigade, for the “Hear Me” project, to improve teaching and instruction for young people while providing a voice to children.

To support a partnership between the Fred Rogers Company and the Allegheny Intermediate Unit to develop an early childhood curriculum of proven parenting techniques to help families experiencing homelessness.

To support the Institute of Politics’ work to improve planning efforts while addressing complex regional problems.

To support a program entitled Rural Outreach Laboratory Learning (ROLL) to help teachers in disadvantaged school districts work with students.

To support and enhance the technology platform for 2010-2011 First Night activities.

For the Fast Pitch Event to encourage innovation in not-for-profit organizations.

To provide start-up support for a program of professional development for secondary science teachers that will improve inquiry-based pedagogy and content knowledge.

To support a teacher training process involving a year-long collaboration between professionals in the writing field and K-12 teachers to design a curriculum for poetry writing.

To support an educational theater program in economically disadvantaged public schools.

For support of educational outreach and matinees for the production of a Gospel opera entitled The Gospel of Colonus which will benefit Pittsburgh Public School students.

To support arts education curriculum materials for area teachers and students for 2010-2011.

For environmental education materials for public school students who attend the American Jewish Museum’s exhibit Too Shallow for Diving: the 21^st Century is Treading Water.

To create and distribute a DVD of Holocaust survivors/liberator testimonies for classroom use in regional public schools.

To support the McKeesport Youth Orchestra that serves students in communities surrounding McKeesport.

To support a new WQED series “It’s Pittsburgh and A Lot of Other Stuff” produced by Rick Sebak.

To support new efforts to enhance and expand its Rapid Re-Housing and Permanent Supportive Housing programs for homeless and at risk women.

To assist efforts to build capacity to serve communities in need within Southwestern Pennsylvania.

For funding of a pilot program to increase hospice care to the African American community on Pittsburgh’s North Side.

To extend the Girl Scouts’ Education Initiative Program, including its STEM enrichment programs, to girls on Pittsburgh’s North Side.

To assist GPLC in providing additional adult literacy opportunities as the recession increases need.

To support its efforts to provide free resources for teachers and their students in at-risk neighborhoods in Pittsburgh and Western Pennsylvania.

To fund the development of a business plan to guide PAEYC as it expands to offer high quality early literacy professional development for the child care and education community in Southwestern Pennsylvania ($15,000 from the Frick Fund and $10,000 from the Buhl Fund).

For the matinee series entitled artsSEEDS whereby Pittsburgh Public School students attend performances by contemporary and young artists while teachers are provided classroom activities that enrich the experience.

To support residencies, mentoring relationships and performances for students in five Pittsburgh Public Schools.

For one-time support for the Dancing Classrooms program where fifth grade classes in the Pittsburgh Public Schools learn positive social awareness, confidence and self-esteem while learning to dance.

To support Shakespeare-in-the-Schools matinees of two science-focused productions for students in economically disadvantaged communities: Darwin and the Kid and Lessons from the Birds.

For Pittsburgh Public School students to attend an art exhibit of quilts and for related educational activities created by the Nia Cultural Arts and Education of YMWAHA in the North Side.

To support the Agenda Development Fund and its broad impact on policy and economic development in the Pittsburgh region.

To support Coro Fellows and leadership development in young adults as they learn to channel citizen voices as advocates for change.

To continue Buhl’s support of a broad based community collaborative to increase diversity in Western Pennsylvania.

To support AYD’s outreach to Pittsburgh Schiller on the North Side for at-risk students in grades six through eight.

To support this organization’s mission to turn around the lives of young people as it celebrates its 100^th anniversary with construction of a new Academic Center.

To provide transitional staff support for the Charm Bracelet project as it moves to become self-sustaining and continue its impact on the North Side.

To participate in the Day of Giving initiative by broadening support for human service organizations in the Pittsburgh region.

To continue Buhl’s support of the regional expansion of PA eMentoring, a teaching tool to help students build college and career plans with the online assistance of working adult mentors.

To provide support for this afterschool mentoring program for third to fifth grade girls in at-risk communities in Allegheny County.

To support background research critical for the writing of a biography on Fred Rogers to chronicle his significant impact on young people.

For three-year support of the Forum for Western Pennsylvania School Superintendents.

To support matinees for public schools serving disadvantaged students.

For continuation of an education program called “Taking a Closer Look” for middle school children of the Pittsburgh Public Schools who will learn about regional artists and the artwork displayed in their schools.

To support educational activities for Pittsburgh Public School students in grades four to eight attending the show Mayhem and Majesty at the New Hazlett Theater on the North Side.

To support educational plays and related materials on bullying and drug and alcohol abuse prevention presented to Pittsburgh Public School elementary students.

To support the Summer Institute for Teachers: Teaching Contemporary Global Issues.

For chess activities in the Pittsburgh Public Schools.

To support efforts to align Science Center materials and in-class experiences with PSSA standards used by secondary teachers in preparation for class visits.

To support the Visiting Artists Program in public schools in Westmoreland County.

To support a pilot program to encourage unemployed young adults, aged 17-25, to pursue training and certificate programs as they seek gainful employment.

To support EECM's expansion to a new centralized location in East Liberty and to assist EECM in creating spaces that benefit traditionally underserved youth populations.

For continued support of educational outreach programs for Pittsburgh young people that celebrate our rich African American heritage and culture ($25,000 from the Frick Fund and $75,000 from the Buhl Fund).

To support programmatic activities to ensure its continued viability as a leader in helping African Americans and other underserved populations pursue post-secondary opportunities.

To support a complete renovation and restoration of Mellon Square to its original grandeur as a downtown park that richly contributes to Pittsburgh's quality of life.

To support high school students in at-risk environments through the "Check and Connect" program to be piloted by the Homewood Children's Village.

To support neighborhood capacity building on Pittsburgh's North Side through partnership with the CD Collaborative and the Northside Leadership Conference.

To support efforts to reduce youth violence and improve educational outcomes for young people, especially those in at-risk situations in partnership with the Youth Futures Commission.

For support of a pilot program to assist parents and caregivers in working through homework projects with their children ($15,000) and for improvement of its facilities ($20,000) in the underserved Hazelwood neighborhood.

To pilot a program with Riverbends that uses genealogy and family history to encourage development of academic skills for youth in housing communities.

To support its new three-year strategic vision for development of young leaders in Pittsburgh and to increase diversity and impact.

To fund the Allegheny County Jail Collaborative and its three-year pilot program to support children of incarcerated parents while reducing recidivism.

To build out an enhanced website to support RIF's new strategic plan to reach more underserved children.

For support of the Regional Indicators program and its new initiative to better inform decision-making in Western Pennsylvania through enhanced journalism.

To provide teacher development resources to better instruct students in at-risk situations arising from involvement in the criminal justice system.

To support a year-long mastery training in entrepreneurship for teachers and to build mentoring partnerships for teachers in the business community.

To support a pilot project of SPARC and its partner organizations to utilize green infrastructure investments as a community/neighborhood revitalization strategy.

To support capacity building in this agency as they seek to increase female and minority participation in the construction fields.

To support a fun and interesting STEM outreach project for at-risk students in local schools within PSU/NK's footprint and to encourage exploration of STEM careers.

To support this community-based afterschool program as it undertakes a new STEM project for Hill District students.

To expand a pilot program that reaches out to at-risk teen moms with parenting and career development assistance.

For expansion of a webinar project that broadcasts informational programs on health and wellness topics to families dealing with disability-related issues.

To support capacity building, with software and technology development, for this organization that uses golf as a teaching vehicle for youth development.

To utilize a partnership with the Pittsburgh Penguins as a strategy to retain talented college grads in the Pittsburgh area.

A challenge grant to help repair the boiler in this historic Zelienople church originally founded by Christian Buhl and supported by Henry   Buhl, Jr.

For the purchase of computer software to enhance outreach efforts for women in disadvantaged situations to reenter the workforce.

To provide interim support for the van ministry to the homeless.

To support "Art for the Generations," where youth and retirees from the North Side research, design and create murals at the Center for Fair Housing.

To cover a series of workshops, staff expenses, marketing materials and programmatic fees for activities impacting young people during the 7^th Annual North Side Celebration in the Park.

To cover the costs of new equipment for the Youth Development Program of this outreach that impacts North Side families.

To support the 7^th Annual Black Family Reunion and Cultural Arts Weekend.

For continued support for the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center to design and implement a multidisciplinary bioinformatics course for local high school teachers including curriculum and lessons aligned with PA standards.

In partnership with university professors and student teachers, to support math and science education programs in four schools in Fayette and Washington counties to benefit at-risk students in third, fourth and fifth grades.

To support teacher workshops providing new ways to integrate art, history and science into the K-12 curriculum.

To provide musical outreach and educational activities related to the Mendelssohn Junior Choir.

To provide partial support for the purchase of two timpani that will allow the Pittsburgh Youth Chamber Orchestra to expand its repertoire.

To support research-based science teacher training in "cognitive coaching" and the development of ASSET's capacity to improve teaching and learning in math ($25,000 from Frick Fund and $25,000 from Buhl Fund).

To complete arts and culture transition programming as a bridge from community-based activities into the new Father Ryan Performing Arts Center as additional support for this key institution in an underserved neighborhood.

To help underwrite the cost of a new book on the history of Chatham Village, a Buhl funded neighborhood built in 1932.

To continue the evolution of creative electronic mapping information to increase access to and use of Pittsburgh's riverfront trail network, an important amenity in the region's quality of life.

To utilize "Fred Rogers Day" as an opportunity to build volunteerism in the greater Pittsburgh community.

To support professional development of early childhood teachers, parents and community leaders attending a conference entitled "Creativity: Where the Future Begins" in partnership with Allegheny County Family Support Centers and Pennsylvania Council on the Arts ($2,500 from the Frick Fund and $2,500 from the Buhl Fund).

To support and enhance the creative technology platform for mobile interactivity during the Three Rivers Arts Festival.

To help Pittsburgh Public Schools hire and retain effective educational leaders.

To support the "Courageous Leaders Retreat" for 200 educators emphasizing methods to build supportive and effective learning environments in schools.  Among the attendees will be Pittsburgh Public Schools personnel in the Principals Emerging Leaders Academy (PELA) and others from the regional public schools.

To support the Student Matinee performance of Mozart's The Marriage of Figaro which ties into the teacher's participation in the Opera Academy, a rigorous year long workshop to help teacher's enhance their curriculum.

For high school students to see the play Speech & Debate and participate in the educational program "Walk the Talk" that involves forensic exercises to improve a student's ability to formulate ideas and speak in public.

To provide music training for children K-3 in Wilkinsburg to improve opportunities in this often underserved neighborhood.

To expand three leadership initiatives, Middle-High Forum, The Future is Mine and Leadership Design Team, which are provided in 42 school districts in seven counties ($25,000 from Frick Fund and $25,000 from Buhl Fund).

To expand the Black Male Leadership Development Institute into a pilot project to develop young leaders in underserved neighborhoods.

To provide emergency relief to Haiti in response to the earthquake disaster.

To support a public education campaign to raise awareness among parents/caregivers regarding hearing loss in children under age five.

To develop a pilot program to encourage vegetable gardens as a community development strategy in neighborhoods.

To pilot an arts and afterschool program in an underserved East Hills neighborhood that addresses both in-school and out-of-school time.

To support expansion of afterschool activities to include a Saturday morning program for children in an historically underserved neighborhood.

To support Pittsburgh's hosting of the United Nations' World Environment Day and in support of the concurrent strategy to address our water as a critical regional asset.

Two-year support for the Power of 32 visioning effort to develop a shared vision for the greater Pittsburgh region.

To support staff and board development to increase the quality of the organization's advocacy in support of young people in at-risk situations.

To support development of a new field school in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

For second year support of a leadership development effort to encourage the involvement of a young and diverse cohort of future leaders.

In conjunction with Manchester Bidwell Corporation, to help support a Pittsburgh-based conference "Reducing Youth Violence" as a strategy to address community-wide problems.

For the Urban Intensive Weekend Conference on "Environmental Justice and the City" and its support of grassroots organizations and religious congregations in lower income communities.

To support the "Race in America" National Conference to be held in Pittsburgh as a strategy to stress the importance of diversity in healthy communities.

To support an educational theater program in four schools that will stimulate imagination in students.

To support free screenings of films to public high schools with the goal of promoting dialogue and cultural understanding.

To support the Peanut Butter & Jam musical concerts for preschool children and their parents.

To support a music appreciation program of African music and dance for children at Vann Elementary School and to enhance performance offerings at the African Arts in the Park Festival at Allegheny Commons in August 2010.

To develop teacher guidebooks for the 24^th International Children's Festival and support attendance of students from disadvantaged schools.

Support of the University's Academic Village Initiative which seeks to improve the education experience while transforming downtown Pittsburgh.

To support the purchase of high-tech exercise equipment in the YMCA's North Side facility to encourage physical fitness among young people.

To support regional expansion of PA eMentoring, a teaching tool to help students build college and career plans with the online assistance of working adult mentors ($25,000 from the Frick Fund, $25,000 from the Buhl Fund).

Support for Phase II of the revitalization of Allegheny Commons, Pittsburgh's oldest park and a central component of North Side development.

For a planning grant to investigate the creation of a new process to meet the needs of at-risk youth who participate in SCA activities.

Support for violence reduction efforts among young people by assisting with one-time costs for moving to more efficient and cost-effective space.

To support and enhance a technology platform for mobile interactivity during the First Night celebration.

In celebration of the 100^th anniversary of the Henry C. Frick Educational Fund, two-year support for a mini-grant program that will empower and enhance Pittsburgh Public Schools teachers' ability to create innovations in teaching and learning.

Continued support of the Pittsburgh Teachers Institute which provides professional development for Pittsburgh Public School teachers wishing in-depth graduate level content knowledge for curriculum enhancements in their classrooms.

To support the SciTech Initiative's SciTech Days and the Regional Science and Engineering Fair to further enhance STEM education in the Pittsburgh region.

To support 29 performances of Pioneers of Flight for all Pittsburgh Public School students in grades 6 through 8 and development of teaching materials.

To engage students at Sto-Rox High in an environmental action project that includes producing a radio segment on the Allegheny Front radio show.

To support Riverlife's capital campaign to refurbish Point State Park by providing funding for a new website which will encourage community-wide support and disseminate information on our riverfronts.

To support the Agenda Development Fund as part of an effort to improve economic development and the quality of life in Greater Pittsburgh.

To retain a respected consultant to assist in locating state and federal funds to meet infrastructure needs for this organization serving at-risk neighborhoods in Wilkinsburg.

To support an evaluation of Boys & Girls Clubs programs to ascertain and demonstrate effectiveness at reaching populations of underserved youth.

To support the Center's efforts on the North Side of Pittsburgh to encourage effective and attractive design and development.

To expand computer activities for underserved youth on Pittsburgh's North Side by team participation in the National FIRST Competition.

To purchase the Donor Pro fundraising software to build this organization's capacity for fundraising and information management to better serve young people in need of a mentor.

To fund a joint purchase, with Bethlehem Haven, of outcomes management software entitled "Social Solutions" to better track impact on women in need.

To support the purchase and installation of a new interactive, comprehensive website for the Foundation that seeks to bridge persistent divisions in society around issues of race, economic status, gender, sexual identity and disability.

To support GEO's 2010 National Conference which will be held in Pittsburgh in recognition of the leadership of several local foundation heads.

To support the Foundation Center's efforts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of grantmaking which impacts organizations locally and nationally.

To support costs of teacher materials for the Schooltime and TinyTots programs for school year 2009-2010 and 2010-2011.

To support the TEDx Leadership Pittsburgh Prize for Teachers initiative and to foster creative ideas for effective classroom education.

For support of educational outreach and matinees for the production of Duke Ellington's Beggar's Holiday which will benefit Pittsburgh Public School students' appreciation of music of African American artists.

To support technology improvements in the theater adaption of classic books that will help students build literacy skills and improve the theater experience.

To support residencies, mentoring relationships and performances for students in five Pittsburgh Public Schools.

To support education outreach to underserved public schools in the region with the goal of increasing students' connection to classical literature through theater.

To enable 200 underserved students in public high schools to attend the production of Ella and A Midsummer Night's Dream.

To support education outreach that encourages creativity in public school students during the Squonk Opera artist residency at the Kelly-Stayhorn Theater.

For arts education curriculum materials for area teachers and their students for 2009-2010.

For chess activities in the Pittsburgh Public Schools that engage students in analytical and strategy building skills.

To support the Visiting Artists Program to enhance student appreciation of classical music.

 To provide music lessons in African percussion and folk guitar to underserved children in partnership with the Boys and Girls Club in Lawrenceville.

 To assist with completion of the Great Allegheny Passage, an excellent stimulator of outdoor activity and economic development, that adds to the quality of life of Western Pennsylvania.

 To train individuals interested in public office in leadership and ethics principles as a strategy to diversity and enhance leadership in Western Pennsylvania.

To create audio storybooks for use in North Side cultural institutions and North Side classrooms while encouraging youth development activities.

To help support University of Pittsburgh-based regional planning efforts to enhance quality of life in Western Pennsylvania.

To support Pittsburgh's efforts to host the G-20 Summit in September in partnership with the White House and President Barack Obama as a specific economic development strategy.

To assist efforts in support of employing disadvantaged women and advancing their independence and self-sufficiency.

To develop structured mentoring initiatives in public schools.

To support Pittsburgh's efforts to host the G-20 Summit in September in partnership with the White House and President Barack Obama as a specific economic development strategy.

To implement Schools Work, an action research and engagement model that will identify systemic factors that enable excellent teaching and overall school improvement in the Pittsburgh Public Schools.

For an education program called Taking a Closer Look that will reach out to middle school children of the Pittsburgh Public Schools who will learn about and appreciate the many artists in the region whose art work is displayed in their schools.

To support educational plays and related materials for Pittsburgh Public Elementary School children on drug and alcohol abuse prevention and a new play that enhances the Pittsburgh Public Schools Olweus Bullying Prevention Program.

For completion of a challenge grant to assist NSCHC in completing its move into a new building in the heart of the North Side where it provides much needed medical services to under-served populations.

To support young people's development through the Youth Future Commission Summer Community Service Project in identified high risk neighborhoods ($25,000) and for the "Be a 6^th Grade Mentor" mentoring initiative ($25,000).

To provide support for business planning and marketing consulting services to ensure the viability of this important educational asset for Western Pennsylvania and its science outreach to young people.

To support a broad-based community collaborative to increase diversity in Western Pennsylvania while seeking to insure that local disadvantaged communities participate in economic development opportunities.

To support planning efforts for an innovative new concept probing the intersection of art and science to excite young children.

To support a study to determine whether touting Pittsburgh as a destination for "baby boomers" is an economically viable and sustainable strategy.

To support an innovative transformation of Braddock property to an urban flower farm tended by young people in a summer employment program.

To support the Pittsburgh Teachers Institute which provides professional development for Pittsburgh Public School teachers wishing in-depth graduate level content knowledge for curriculum enhancements as required in their classrooms. ($12,500 from the Buhl Fund, $7,500 from the Frick Fund)

To support the 2009-2011 strategic plan and its focus on reducing student drop-out rates that identifies key improvements needed for efficiency and effectiveness of the following systems: fundraising and development, communications and public awareness, human resources and administration of services.

To support a comprehensive strategic plan to further ELFHCC's mission to provide much needed medical services for under-served populations.

To support technology upgrades to make this youth serving organization, and its focus on fly fishing as a leadership development tool, more efficient and effective.

To support the efforts of the Society and its renovation of the original Buhl homestead and the Society's educational outreach.

To support an outreach to nonprofit organizations to build capacity and encourage collaboration or merger in these difficult economic times.

To provide support for a pilot program assisting hearing-impaired students to learn life skills necessary for career or college experiences.

To support strategic planning efforts for RIF as it revisits its role in the community and its historic mission to encourage reading among children in neighborhoods at risk.

For a public outreach campaign to encourage early detection of specific learning disabilities in order to improve educational outcomes.

To support community convening as Carnegie Library seeks to assess options as this important institution confronts the implications of a decline in government funding sources.

For the purchase of equipment for a computer lab to support this organization's outreach to young children in at-risk neighborhoods.

To help pilot a creative arts infused academic program for students with severe emotional disturbance or autism in collaboration with Gateway to the Arts.

To enhance education and communication skills of young people with intellectual and physical disabilities using a teaching model based upon an adaptive communication device known as Dynavox.

To support young people from low income neighborhoods as they research, design and create murals in communities in Allegheny County.

To participate in the Salvation Army's Red Shield Campaign to help the organization meet the growing demand for social and emergency services among disadvantaged populations for the 2009 fiscal year.

To support a pilot program to engage youth from at-risk communities in leadership development activities while revitalizing the Mt. Washington Grand View Scenic Byway Park.

To support a pilot program for a Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center multidisciplinary bioinformatics course for local high school teachers, including curriculum and lessons aligned with PA standards.

To support the Summer Institute for Teachers: Teaching Contemporary Global Issues and professional development efforts for teachers interested in international affairs.

To support the design and implementation of a workshop for public school music teachers called "Focus on Music" in cooperation with the Arts Education Collaborative.

To provide support for student matinees and educational programs.

To support the Three Rivers Arts Festival and its collaboration with several human service organizations in partnership with musical arts youth development organizations.

For the purchase of sophisticated scientific equipment for the dual purpose of improving the University’s Science Department while expanding outreach to area youth, especially women and minorities, and encouraging interest in science, technology and engineering.

To carryout a study to help address the potential for vacant lot reclamation in distressed Western Pennsylvania neighborhoods as a strategy for economic development and neighborhood revitalization.

To support the Technology Initiative that provides assistance to nonprofits as part of a mission to improve support services for regional entities and their constituents.

To expand the impact of an afterschool and summer pilot program focused on children in at-risk situations by development of a curriculum wedding science and the environment with the discipline of rowing and water sports.

To support innovative recreational activities targeting underserved populations on the North Side while developing leadership in minority populations.

For the purchase of sophisticated computer equipment and software to support the Andy Warhol Museum’s outreach effort to youth in at-risk situations including creation of publications and utilization of blogging and social networking to interest young people in art.

To support a pilot project designed to gauge the impact of focused summer learning on achievement for targeted students from underserved neighborhoods that includes morning classroom activities and afternoon field trips to area attractions.

To support the production of a new show celebrating the 150th anniversary of Charles Darwin’s On the Origin of Species for public school science students, especially in disadvantaged communities, while integrating science and technology into middle-school curriculum.

To support the 2009 Family Support Conference for training to enhance partnerships between families, schools, services and communities so that children can be successful.

Funding to enable students in public high schools to attend matinee productions of The World Goes Round and A Moon for the Misbegotten including post show discussions as part of educational outreach.

To support teacher workshops providing ACT 48 credits addressing cross-disciplinary learning to assist teachers in integrating writing, history, art and science into lessons on Pittsburgh’s rich past.

To support the Pittsburgh Jewish-Israeli Film Festival outreach to public high schools with the goal of promoting dialogue and cultural understanding.

To underwrite Peanut Butter & Jam sessions that provide informal concerts for preschool children and their parents to enrich arts and cultural experiences.

To provide support for “mock auditions” for high school students as part of an educational outreach program to provide musically gifted students with resources and preparation for real-life audition scenarios for college.

To develop teacher study guides for the 2009 Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival and to support attendance by students of disadvantaged schools.

To underwrite the purchase of new sheet music and a rebranding campaign in recognition of a commitment to outreach and to enrich the chorus experience by serving minority and disadvantaged students.

To support the creation of a dynamic website through which the Hill House presents itself to the world and services the Hill District community with its programmatic outreach in early learning and child development, youth services, family and workforce development, senior services and neighborhood development.

Funding to deliver educational and public programming celebrating African American culture in Pittsburgh area schools and to provide excitement for and transition into the new Center opening in 2009.  ($75,000 from the Buhl Fund and $25,000 from the Frick Fund)

To install the original Buhl Planetarium Zeiss projector as an exhibit at the Carnegie Science Center as part of its expansion of RoboWorld and as an historical reminder of the importance of science education.

To celebrate this organization’s 50th anniversary and to support an evaluation and research program seeking to identify, document and analyze the specific outcomes of teacher practice, artist practice and school culture resulting from participation in arts education activities.  ($35,000 from the Buhl Fund and $15,000 from the Frick Fund)

To support the Women’s Center & Shelter in its exploration of viable options for the future of the agency and the creation of a five-year strategic business plan and branding/marketing campaign all in an effort to improve the myriad of services provided to women and children.

To support an innovative program of using the arts as part of Family Resources’ mission of preventing and treating child abuse by strengthening families and neighborhoods.

For upgrades to the Carnegie Science Center’s innovative Girls, Math & Science Partnership website that gives young girls the motivation and resources to pursue science and math degrees.

For participation in a pooled fund continuing the partnership between Allegheny County Department of Human Services and the foundation community to address human services needs in Allegheny County.

To support a new content management system that will enable Goodwill to increase use of its website and allow more interactive functions for clients, customers, donors and staff in an effort to improve Goodwill’s outreach to communities in need.

To support a program where teams of women and girls in five counties learn to become Regional Change Agents by developing leadership skills while addressing community problems.

To support the Rural Outreach Chemistry for Kids (ROCK) program and Outreach Days in Science and Mathematics in furtherance of Buhl’s interest to stimulate interest in math and science in partnership with area colleges.

For support of Won’t You Be My Neighbor? Days and the design of a toolkit to encourage replication of the event in future years, in other communities, in an effort to expand the importance of being good neighbors.

As part of a pooled fund to meet emergency and human services needs as the community struggles with the current financial crisis and recession.

To support the Opera Academy’s efforts to help teachers to integrate arts in school curriculum while providing students from challenged communities the opportunity to attend matinees for the 2008-2009 season.

To support an educational program in three public schools that stimulates imagination in students through an interactive workshop with Quantum artists culminating in attendance at a performance.

For support of educational outreach for the production of Porgy and Bess in partnership with Pittsburgh Public School students, including participation in oral and photographic histories of African American culture and attendance at opera rehearsals in a neighborhood setting.

Up to ten-years of support for the Pittsburgh Promise while ensuring that Pittsburgh Public Schools students are “Promise Ready” and that scholarship funds help students prepare to succeed in post-secondary educational choices. (funded from both the Buhl Fund and the Frick Fund)

For two-year support to expand the delivery of the Read Together mentoring program to four underserved Pittsburgh city neighborhoods in an effort to increase the number of children who become capable and enthusiastic lifelong readers.

To purchase a new and cost-effective software package to assist the organization’s humanitarian and disaster relief services.

To support website design for a new and creative collaborative of organizations and institutions focused on increasing tourism for the North Side.

To support technology upgrades for St. Stephen’s Lutheran Academy that help it provide special education services for students in communities to the north of Allegheny County.

For continued support of a program to provide reconditioned computers to students and other low-income individuals with disabilities.

To support the multimedia exhibit In Sisterhood: The Women’s Movement in Pittsburgh honoring those who have led the struggle for women’s rights in Pittsburgh in the latter part of the 1900’s.

To support the SciTech Initiative and its annual outreach to nearly 20,000 students and teachers by: developing new high school and middle school programs; launching an outreach initiative for underserved students; and creating special programming for the 70th year of the Pittsburgh Regional Science and Engineering Fair.

To support ten performances of Innovators at Pittsburgh Public Schools as part of the 9th Grade Nation curriculum and in celebration of Pittsburgh’s 250th anniversary while highlighting Pittsburgh’s science and robotics leadership.

To support the cost of teacher materials for the Schooltime and TinyTots programs for the 2008-2009 program year that integrate music with other disciplines including science, technology, mathematics, language arts and social studies.

To improve appreciation of music for students in school districts such as Pittsburgh and Wilkinsburg Public Schools while providing workshops for teachers to enrich school curriculum.

To support artistic residencies and artist performances for students in Pittsburgh Public Schools that incorporate goals of fitness and creative movement into classroom instruction.

To support educational plays and materials for the Pittsburgh Public Schools in 2008-2009 that address risky situations in which students might find themselves and how to cope.

To support arts education curriculum materials for area teachers and their students for 2008-2009 as part of an ongoing effort to integrate ballet into elementary and secondary school curriculums.

For support of the environmental education newsletter Seasonings for 2008–2009 as part of an effort to encourage greater interest in biological diversity.

To support the 2008-2009 Chess for Pittsburgh Youth Program and its impact on young people’s skills in concentration, logical thinking and creativity.

For support of the Visiting Artists Program and its outreach to students in communities to the south and east of Allegheny County.

For support of the Science and Technology Academy’s efforts to recognize community support and participation in design and development of this new Pittsburgh Public School.

For Rick Sebak’s production of Right Beside the River and in recognition of the partnership that has provided a revenue source for an important nonprofit while contributing to the favorable image and economic development of Greater Pittsburgh.

To assist with the purchase of a warehouse as part of a longer-term vision to expand impact and stabilize funding for this organization’s efforts to reach young people in its North Side neighborhood while providing housing repair and support for disadvantaged homeowners.

To help the Sharpsburg Branch Library establish a permanent home for its library to address the economic, social and logistical issues confronting the community.

To support children’s outreach programming efforts targeting underserved youth and connecting them to the history of the North Side.

To purchase computer equipment for the program Faces/The Children of Manchester Arts Collaborative in support of its efforts to help children develop artistic and expressive capacities, learn computer skills and develop a positive self-image.

For strategic planning to reposition The Consortium regionally as an intermediary education organization that implements programs and convenes leadership around efforts to achieve academic success.

To support the move into its new building in the heart of the North Side, in the first LEED certified medical clinic in the United States, and in recognition of its efforts to provide healthcare services to at-risk populations on the North Side.

For a program-related investment to provide working capital for Hosanna House in support of its mission to provide a wide array of services to an at-risk population.

For two-year support for programming and capital improvements at this institutional treasure that has contributed to economic development and quality of life enhancements on the North Side.

For support of the 2008 Agenda Development Fund as part of an effort to improve economic development and quality of life in Greater Pittsburgh.

To support production costs of a documentary on the Allegheny Observatory, a scientific landmark on the North Side, while also developing useful resources to encourage interest in the sciences in area schools.

To support a pilot program demonstrating the creative re-use of existing buildings and urban gardening to support youth transitioning out of foster care while assisting economic development in a struggling community.

For support of historic restoration efforts at Calvary Methodist Church, in recognition of its community outreach and its status as one of the North Side’s greatest architectural treasures.

To support design and planning efforts in North Side neighborhoods to encourage effective and attractive design and development thereby increasing real estate values and community pride.

To support mentoring and leadership development efforts for at-risk African American youth as part of this organization’s efforts to build community.

To support planning, architectural drawings and a funding model for restoration of the Regent Square Theater, one of the few remaining single screen theaters in the urban area.

To support a pilot program for increasing the interest of at-risk youth in science, engineering and technology careers in partnership with local colleges, universities and businesses.

To support capacity building efforts for this group that encourages the next generation of youth to take a leadership role in preserving their communities.

To support the Educational Leadership Initiative’s professional development process as it helps school districts to improve academic achievement through creation of school culture focused on student learning and built upon a foundation of shared leadership.

To support the design of an online evaluation tool for use by schools implementing the Ethics and Character Education for Middle Grades curriculum that seeks to build the character education field concerning attributes such as Courage, Loyalty, Justice, Respect, Hope, Honesty and Love.

To support University of Pittsburgh-based regional planning efforts that seek to enhance the quality of life and economic stability of Greater Pittsburgh.

To allow at-risk students in counties to the north of Allegheny County to gain access to interactive technology as a bridge to improving their education and becoming productive citizens.

To support preliminary plans and design in order to leverage federal funds to enliven the entry portals to the Strip District and to support downtown development and revitalization efforts.

To help purchase a state-of-the-art telephone and communication system to build capacity for this Oakland-based organization that provides a wide array of services to at-risk populations.

To support professional development and coaching for teachers in Ringgold and California Area School Districts and Western Area Career and Technical Center.

For three-year support of the Pittsburgh Public Service Fund in support of the City’s economic development efforts to establish solid financial footing.

To cover artist fees, a series of workshops, materials, tenting and tables to create giant puppets as part of the 5th Annual North Side Celebration in the Park and its focus on famous women of the North Side.

To support City Theatre Young Playwrights and Teachers Institute outreach programs that encourage local middle and high school students – including districts serving youth in at-risk situations – to develop writing skills.

For support of the 2008 Summer Institute for Teachers: Teaching Contemporary Global Issues and professional development efforts for teachers interested in international affairs.

To support a pilot program for behaviorally troubled boys, primarily from at-risk neighborhoods and in support of an important community partnership led by the United Way.

To update and resurface the Mattress Factory parking lot in order to improve aesthetics, enhance safety, and increase earned revenues while recognizing this organization’s important contributions to the stabilization and vibrancy of the North Side.

For arts and culture education funds to provide transition programming as a bridge from community-based activities into a new performing arts center in support of this organization’s efforts to provide a wide array of services to a disadvantaged population.

To support regional expansion of the PA eMentoring program in an effort to better connect middle and secondary students to mentors providing educational and career advice in Southwestern Pennsylvania.

To support the purchase of computer hardware to enable Junior Achievement of Western Pennsylvania to better fulfill its mission to bring financial literacy support to Western Pennsylvania students and in recognition of its efforts to reach out to at-risk populations.

For the creation of electronic mapping information to increase access to and use of Pittsburgh’s riverfront trail network, a key resource to enhance Pittsburgh’s quality of life.

To support young people who will create murals in eight locations in Allegheny County as part of Pittsburgh 250.  As part of the process, young people from diverse backgrounds will be recruited to bridge social and economic differences and build pride and understanding.

To support the Family Festival of the Three Rivers Arts Festival and its commitment to educational programming that provides underserved populations a way to enjoy Pittsburgh’s rich cultural resources.

To establish an interim headquarters in Homestead for this group that encourages the next generation of youth to take a leadership role in preserving their communities.

To support a camp program for children with special needs that helps develop self-esteem, activity, mobility and peer integration through use of specially adapted bikes.

To support development of teacher guidebooks for the 22nd International Children’s Festival and to support attendance by students of disadvantaged schools.

To support the Pittsburgh Jewish-Israeli Film Festival outreach to public high schools and its goal to promote dialogue and cultural understanding.

For a challenge grant for technological upgrades in this North Side-based organization with an impressive 125 year history of supporting youth in at-risk situations.

To support the Technology Initiative that provides assistance to nonprofits as part of a mission to improve support services for regional entities and their constituents.

To create a web-based diagnostic tool to assist nonprofit organizations in pursuing best practices in organizational development thereby strengthening support services available to our community.

To underwrite a leadership development program to encourage a cohort of non-traditional leaders in Western Pennsylvania in cooperation with a North Side institution historically supported by Buhl.

To provide seed funding for a Micro Loan Fund to encourage entrepreneurial activities in traditionally underserved neighborhoods by providing small loans and mentoring support to minority businesses.

To construct a web-based tool for monitoring the effects of fossil fuel extraction practices for use by secondary school teachers of environmental education and community groups.

To support the 2008 Family Support Conference for training to enhance partnerships between families, schools, services and communities so that children can be successful.

To enable teens from disadvantaged neighborhoods to participate in projects that will enhance their understanding of The Outsiders and encourage the development of artistic and creative skills.

To provide additional support for underserved students in public high school science classes to attend the production of A Number while interacting with artists on a variety of themes including ethics, science and math.

To assist in the completion of the Chapel Shelter in Riverview Park, an important recreational asset on the North Side.

For seed funding to STOREHOUSE for Teachers and its innovative efforts to provide free resources for teachers in an effort to better serve at-risk populations.

To support the development of an Education Resource Center for professional development of K-12 teachers while adding to the vibrancy of Downtown Pittsburgh.

To support and expand a pilot program in yoga instruction at Faison Elementary School, to encourage character and educational development in Pittsburgh Public Schools.

To support the purchase of skills tutoring software for disadvantaged citizens in counties to the north of Allegheny County seeking employment opportunities.

To support a workshop to highlight effective practices for improving achievement and as professional development for teachers in K-12 education at schools in low-income areas.

To provide support for underserved students in public high school science classes to attend the production of A Number while interacting with artists on a variety of themes including ethics, science and math.

To support the Pittsburgh Supercomputing Center workshop for high school teachers that builds understanding of computational biology and bioinformatics and curriculum development in the areas of science and math.

To support low-cost professional training and development for early childcare professionals on the importance of outdoors and healthy environment on overall well-being.

To support The Percussion Effect and its free and open to the public outreach to serve gifted and musically interested students in the region.

To support the purchase of new sheet music for the 25th year celebration and in recognition of a commitment to outreach and to enrich the chorus experience by serving minority and disadvantaged students.

To support the Learn and Live Special Appeal Campaign in recognitions of Maxwell King’s efforts in the community.

To support the cost of teacher materials for the Schooltime and TinyTots programs for the 2008 program year in recognition of its outreach to more than 2,500 teachers and second graders in public schools.

To support a language arts program at Schenley High School that enhances teacher skills and engages students in authentic writing experiences through theatrical exposure.

To support student matinees and educational programming and in recognition of its outreach efforts to low-income neighborhoods.

To support the Opera Academy for teacher and student matinees during the 2007-2008 season in an effort to improve academic standards by integrating arts into the curriculum.

To support arts education curriculum materials for area teachers and students to encourage integration of the arts into professional development and learning.

To support residencies, mentoring relationships and performances for students in the Pittsburgh Public Schools that incorporate goals of fitness and creative movement into classroom instruction.

For support of the 2008 Future City Competition and its goal to promote technological literacy and engineering to area middle school students.

To provide bus transportation for students to attend Carnegie Science Center’s Middle School SciTech Day in support of math and science education for disadvantaged communities.

To support the Youth Orchestra serving students in communities surrounding McKeesport and to the east and south of Allegheny County.

For Rick Sebak’s production of Engineered, Invented and Pioneered in Pittsburgh and in recognition of the ten-year partnership that has provided a revenue source for an important nonprofit while contributing to the favorable image and economic development of Greater Pittsburgh.

Toward restoration of the entryway and lobby of the Music Hall and in recognition of its historic significance, its contribution to neighborhood revitalization efforts and the youth education efforts of its library.

For a study regarding the feasibility of conducting a comprehensive capital campaign and in recognition of this organization’s long history with Buhl and its track record in improving quality of life and community beautification efforts in Western Pennsylvania.

For support of the 2007 Agenda Development Fund as part of an effort to improve economic development and quality of life in Greater Pittsburgh.

To update and expand technology in the organization’s new office in support of this region’s first and only comprehensive bereavement resource center.

For an early childhood program for refugee children from Prospect Park within the Baldwin-Whitehall School District that seeks to build confidence, develop speech and language skills, stimulate healthy development and encourage positive social interaction.

To support the SciTech Initiative at Carnegie Science Center and its diverse programming in science for some 20,000 students, teachers and families while reaching out to girls, minorities and underserved youth.

For two-year support to develop structured mentoring initiatives in public schools in order to increase student achievement and career awareness.

For two-year support of educational field trips for children in the Youth Life Program and Emerging Leaders Program coming from 37 economically distressed neighborhoods and 12 school districts.

To support the Poets-in-Person program and its outreach efforts to improve reading, writing, speaking and listening in school-age youth.

To support an educational program in four public schools that stimulates imagination in students while incorporating standard curriculum mandates in interactive workshops with Quantum artists.

To underwrite educational plays and materials for the Pittsburgh Public Schools in 2007-2008 that address risky situations in which students might find themselves and how to cope.

To support the Astro-rama outreach in regional schools to inspire interest in astronomy and physical science.

To support the production of Rachel Carson Saves the Day! for public school children to increase awareness of science and environmental responsibility.

To support a Back to School Campaign for the 2007-2008 school year at the Pittsburgh Public Schools and in recognition of its outreach to ensure awareness in disadvantaged communities.

To support the Seasonings newsletter for teachers in Southwestern Pennsylvania designed to facilitate environmental education and teacher professional development.

To support the 2007-2008 Chess for Pittsburgh Youth Program and its impact on young people’s skills in concentration, logical thinking and creativity.

For support of the Teach Africa Youth Forum and its outreach to nearly 1,900 students and teachers and development of cultural awareness.

For support of the Visiting Artists Program and its outreach to students in communities to the south and east of Allegheny County.

For seed funding for designing and implementing the Pittsburgh Science and Technology Academy, an important development in the effort of Pittsburgh Public Schools to improve academic achievement and curriculum development in science, math and engineering. ($227,422 from the Buhl Fund and $50,000 from the Frick Fund)

In honor of Dr. Doreen Boyce's 25 years of service, support of Celebrate 250 and the renovation of Trinity Cathedral in downtown Pittsburgh, contributing to the revitalization of our urban core, and support of a new outreach to an at-risk population: the homeless.

To cover artist fees, a series of workshops, materials, tenting and tables to create giant puppets as part of the 6th Annual North Side Celebration in the Park and this year’s focus on recycling.