Zaheen Hussain Sustainability Coordinator for Millvale, PA -Forward the community-wide food, water, energy, air quality, mobility, and equity related sustainability goals of the Millvale EcoDistrict Pivot Plan -Expand a broad-based coalition helping to lead implementation of Millvale’s EcoDistrict plan -Engage public officials to increase depth of sustainability planning and program implementation -Work collaboratively to expand an engaged and informed citizen-base that is able to provide informed feedback as participants of a community development process -Partner with key organizations to broaden impact of…Read More
Jeff Honnold ClearMind Consulting Jeff Honnold works to create data-rich solutions in a variety of business contexts as a Principal at ClearMind Consulting in Pittsburgh. Prior to ClearMind he was a Partner at SiteSquad. Jeff has a bachelor's degree in multi/interdisciplinary studies from the University of Chicago.Read More
Elizabeth Stephens Organizational Development Specialist & Social Entrepreneur Elizabeth Stephens is an organizational development and management consultant with over 25 years experience working for social change both in the U.S. and overseas at Manage For Impact. As Executive Director of Social Venture Partners (SVP) Pittsburgh, Elizabeth worked with over 100 nonprofits to leverage and message their programs to have a greater impact. Prior to SVP, Elizabeth worked in Pittsburgh with Brothers Brother Foundation and the Community College of Allegheny County. Before moving…Read More
Origin 4 Design GTECH began working with Origin 4 Design in 2015 to help translate community input into a comprehensive plan for St. John's Green. Origin 4 Design is a Landscape Architecture and Design Firm based in Pittsburgh and Uniontown, PA. They work to enhance natural and built environments by applying the latest research based design and cost-effective implementation strategies. Read More
ClearMind Consulting Grounded began working with ClearMind Consulting in 2015 to assist us with administering our servers and working toward better integration of our databases. ClearMind Consulting is a Cloud and Data-focused programming company, based in Pittsburgh, PA. Originally focused on web programming, server administration, and database integrations, ClearMind now implements data-rich solutions in a variety of business contexts.Read More
Dorrie Smith ReClaim Northside Ambassador “Northsiders are generational. We leave, but, believe me, we either return (take me for example) or keep it in our hearts.” About Me. I'm a very active person who wishes I could add on another 6 hours to a day. I'm a Pennsylvania Realtor, Manager of a daycare center, a mother of a daughter, grandmother to 4 wonderful grandchildren and a proud great-grandmother of a 2 year old. Don't get me wrong, I love my great-grandchild, but I'm way…Read More
Cara Jette ReClaim South Ambassador, 2014 A Web Developer by day and future community leader by night. Cara is originally from Haverhill, MA. She joined ReClaim South in order to help improve her current neighborhood. Her favorite part of Allentown is her peaceful street with amazing views of the city. Click here to learn more about her project, The Historic Knoxville Incline Trail Entrance. ReClaim South Sustaining Momentum Ambassador, 2016 Cara is a driven Allentown resident who aims to brighten people's days as they travel…Read More
Walt Yager ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador What would you like others to know about your neighborhood? "Its gloried past as a foundation and stepping stone to return its image of pride, moral values, hard work and accomplishments." ABOUT ME. My hometown is McKeesport and I have lived there my whole life. I am married and have three grandchildren. Currently I do consulting and volunteer work for nonprofits in the area. I believe the biggest challenge that McKeesport faces is the blight, erosion, and loss…Read More
Robin DeVaughn ReClaim South Sustaining Momentum Ambassador Originally from Beltzhoover, Robin enjoys engaging her community through street clean ups and church events. She is a very active member of the St. Paul AME Church in Beltzhoover and has been assisting with the church's garden since its inception. By joining the Ambassador program, Robin is eager to learn more gardening skills so she can share her knowledge and healthy food with her community. She hopes to inspire her friends, family and neighbors to stay focused, work hard and…Read More
Matthew Yurkovich ReClaim Northside Ambassador “I love where I live and want to reclaim a vacant lot. The idea of ecological restoration is of great interest to me and I think greenspace is very important to a neighborhood's health.” About Me. I spend much of my time outdoors both in my professional and personal life. I enjoy fitness challenges, spending time with my dog, gardening, cooking, biking and reading. I love the Northside and am very excited to be in this program. I'm a member of…Read More
Rhonda Moorer ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador "[I hope] to rebuild and [for McKeesport to] become a positive force in the Mon Valley." ABOUT ME. I am originally from McKeesport and have lived in the 4th Ward for five years. I have been married for 30 years and have one son. I am very involved in my church, Bethlehem Baptist Church. I hope to see McKeesport return to its glory days and hope to be a part of the rejuvenation of that glory. I believe…Read More
Kim Brownfield ReClaim McKeesport Ambassador "[Community means] to live together as one." ABOUT ME. My hometown is McKeesport, PA and I have lived here for the past 52 years. Currently I work at the University of Pittsburgh and am heavily involved in my church, Bethlehem Baptist Church. I want to see the city become more beautiful with my involvement. I am hoping that eventually new business will come to McKeesport to help it grow. For my project, I would like to implement playgrounds in my neighborhood.…Read More