3 Upcoming (FREE) Social Enterprise events in Pittsburgh Posted on April 15, 2015 by Grounded Strategies Get to know Social Enterprise in Pittsburgh at these upcoming events. Spring isn't the only thing in the air. Pittsburgh is playing host to a handful of social enterprise and impact themed events coming up in the next few weeks. Here are a few that are on our radar: (BONUS - they're all FREE!) Tuesday, April 21 // Purpose and Profit: Supporting Social Enterprise in Our Region 3-5PM @ the Thrill Mill Presented by Next Philanthropy, Grantmakers of Western PA, Pittsburgh Social…Read More
4 Ways to Get Your Hands Dirty for Earth Day Posted on April 8, 2015 by Grounded Strategies Earth Day is on Wednesday, April 22, which means there will be plenty of festivities happening around the City of Pittsburgh to celebrate all things green. Although we love a good party, we also think it's important to remember that you can have a big impact with a small gesture, like volunteering for an organization's clean up day . Here are a few suggestions of great, green organizations that need your help cleaning, greening and beautifying Pittsburgh for Earth Day: 1. Clean up…Read More
Lunch & Learn with ACHD Posted on March 9, 2015 by Grounded Strategies On Friday, March 6th the ACHD Healthy Homes & Lead Program taught GTECH staff and ReEnergize Pgh Ambassadors the ins and outs of their program over a brown bag lunch session. Richard Paul, the Public Health Educator and Jeff O'Brien, the Program Manager walked us through the relationship between home health and and the health of those who live in them. The ACHD Healthy Homes & Lead Program covers a variety of home health and safety issues, provides home assessments as well as education on…Read More
Round up your grocery bill and help reclaim Pittsburgh! Posted on January 28, 2015 by Grounded Strategies For the entire month of February, customer of the East End Food Coop have the option to round their shopping bill and donate the difference to GTECH. Like the EEFC, we believe in creating vibrant, healthy and sustainable communities throughout the Pittsburgh region. All donations raised will help us continue our efforts in reclaiming vacant land for the creation of green community places and increasing the adoption of energy efficiency actions throughout Allegheny County. [bctt tweet="I pledge to shop at the @EastEndCoop in Feb.…Read More
Blue State of Mind Posted on December 10, 2014 by wpengine On November 13, 2014, over 130 people came out to the Inspire Speaker Series event to hear Lisa Schroeder of Riverlife and Dr. Wallace J. Nichols talk about the effect water has on the social, economic and environmental health of communities. There was a lot of social buzz about the event, including a blog by audience member Cheryl Speir. After the talk audience members, including GTECH Staff and Ambassadors who attended the event provided testimonials about what change they would…Read More
Happy Book Lovers Day! Posted on November 1, 2014 by Grounded Strategies The first Saturday of November is Book Lover's Day! In honor of that we are encouraging you at attend an upcoming Inspired Speaker Series bookclub event. Blue Mind by Wallace J. Nichols About the book: "Combining cutting-edge neuroscience with compelling personal stories from top athletes, leading scientists, military veterans, and gifted artists, Nichols shows how proximity to water can improve performance, increase calm, diminish anxiety, and increase professional success." Join GTECH, Green Building Alliance and other water lovers, for…Read More
Thank You for Attending Wet Hoptober Fest! Posted on October 10, 2014 by Grounded Strategies Cheers and thanks to all who came out and supported GTECH at the 2nd annual (sold out!) Wet Hoptober Fest. Together we raised nearly $4500 that will go towards reclaiming some of the 27,000 vacant lots in the City of Pittsburgh. PHOTOS FROM WET HOPTOBER In case you missed the event, here are a few of our favorite pictures and a few words from attendees. All photos are courtesy of East End Studios. If you'd like a full-resolution copy, please email Sara. …Read More
10 Reasons Why Pittsburgh Beer Lovers Should Go To Wet Hoptober Posted on October 2, 2014 by Grounded Strategies Here are 10 good reasons to attend Wet Hoptober Fest as told through memes. This original post appeared on beer-centric blog, Penny, Pints, Pittsburgh and is reposted with permission. 1. The hops were grown on a vacant lot in Garfield that GTECH turned into a hop oasis… Photo Credits- http://drafthouse.com/movies/the_sound_of_music_mothers_day_brunch_feast/austin 2. The wet hops were lovingly picked by real Pittsburghers’ hands… Photo Credits- www.eastendbrewing.com 3. East End Brewing Co. is supplying the beer…enough said there Photo Credits- http://frabz.com/2psi 4. Scott Smith and…Read More
Two Wheels Lots of Greens – A Success! Posted on August 26, 2014 by Grounded Strategies Thank You, You Keep Us Rolling Thank you to everyone who rode their bikes or attended our pop-up community party in Larimer for Two Wheels Lots of Green. Help us make the event even better next year and take our survey. The Results With your help we raised over $3600 for our vacant land projects. We couldn't have done it without you! The Photos Check out all of these good looking bike riders and event attendees. Photos by East…Read More
Bike Tour of Urban Green Space for Bike Fest Pittsburgh 2014 Posted on July 10, 2014 by Grounded Strategies Tickets are on Sale for the Two Wheels Lots of Green for Bike Fest Pittsburgh 2014. This year you'll see some well-established projects that got a facelift and a few projects will be making their 2WLG debut. We will be biking through the East End, climbing up to the Hilltop, rolling down to the Northside and pedaling to Millvale. Check out photos from last year. The price of your ticket includes insurance, light breakfast, the tour, snacks along the way,…Read More
Call for Volunteers Posted on July 1, 2014 by Grounded Strategies Volunteers Needed for Two Wheels Lots of Green Our 3rd annual Two Wheels Lots of Green is happening August 16, and we need a few good volunteers to help make it the best that it can be! As a volunteer, we will provide you with admission to the bike ride, a t-shirt and a beer. If you are interested in volunteering, please fill out the form below. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact Sara. Volunteer Form…Read More
Northside Block Party Posted on June 26, 2014 by Grounded Strategies Join GTECH and your Northside neighbors for an afternoon of food, music and family-fun activities as we celebrate another year of reclaiming vacant land in Northside neighborhoods at the Wigle Whiskey Garden in Spring Garden. This year GTECH is hosting our third year of hosting an Ambassador program in the Northside neighborhoods. You can read more about the latest round of ReClaim Northside Ambassadors here. Past participants and staff will be available to answer questions. If you aren't interested in…Read More