Pittsburgh has always been a city of builders. And while the steel mills have long gone quiet, a different kind of industry has taken root. One driven by entrepreneurs turning ideas into income, often with little more than a laptop, a business plan and a willingness to show up at networking events on a Tuesday night.

The Pittsburgh region, long defined by its industrial heritage, is witnessing a new chapter as local nonprofit organizations redefine what it means to be an industrial powerhouse.

Events happening in Pittsburgh, PA in May 2026

The need for senior care is greater than ever before thanks to both the increase in the average life expectancy and aging baby boomers.

Women in STEM fields historically have been underrepresented. While the percentages of women entering technology fields have improved over the years, women in STEM leadership positions are still lagging fairly far behind men.

Pittsburgh is filled with numerous Italian restaurants serving up homestyle fare. Severina, located in West View, sets itself apart from these other spots by nailing the classic dishes and having a fully stocked pastry case at all times.

Warmer weather and longer days mean more opportunities for children to spend time outdoors. And after this past long, cold winter, children — and their parents — are ready to enjoy those activities. Studies show that children spending time outdoors improves not only physical health but also assists with emotional health and cognitive skills.

Every parent knows the feeling. The birthday is six weeks out, the kids are already buzzing with expectations, and you find yourself staring at the same shortlist of venues — the pizza place with the arcade tokens, the inflatable warehouse that smells faintly of gym socks. It works. But somewhere between cutting the cake and watching the kids burn through tokens in 20 minutes, you start to wonder if there is something better out there.

Thousands of individuals volunteer in Pittsburgh each year. Volunteering strengthens communities by addressing the needs of both individuals and local nonprofit organizations. Volunteering helps develop interpersonal skills and self-esteem, as well as giving one a sense of purpose. Cami Teacoach wanted to share all the benefits of volunteering at the local level with children, and so she created VolunTOTS.