We’re holding out for a hero! WQED and Giant Eagle are asking our neighbors to nominate their favorite local non-profit organization who is making a difference and positively impacting our communities. Help us decide who should be the Community Champion for 2025!

The nominating process is open through Monday, March 16th. The non-profit organization chosen as the Community Champion will be featured in a WQED produced video showcasing their inspiring work.

 

Check out our YouTube to view past community champions

Eligibility Criteria

Organization Status

  • Applicants must be a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the United States with current tax-exempt status.

Geographic Location

  • Organizations must be located within a minimum of 15 miles of a Giant Eagle store or a Giant Eagle owned/operated facility.

Non-profit Program Focus:
Organizations must be focused on one or more of the following priority areas:

  • Food Insecurity
    • Reducing hunger and providing access to nutritious food for underserved communities.
  • Local Environment
    • Protect, restore, or enhance the natural environment, including sustainability, conservation, and beautification efforts within local communities.
  • Supporting Local Food Systems
    • Promote local agriculture, sustainable farming, farmers’ markets, food cooperatives, native pollinators and other community-based food systems.
  • Improving Access to Clean Water & Energy
    • Improve access to clean drinking water, sustainable energy sources, and energy efficiency in local communities.
  • Local Workforce Development
    • Provide job training, employment support, skill-building, or economic empowerment opportunities for residents.
  • Fostering Diverse, Equitable & Inclusive Neighborhoods
    • Promote social equity, inclusivity, and diversity within local communities, working to eliminate barriers and ensure equal opportunities for all residents.

 

Celebrating Past Champions: Food Insecurity

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank

Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank
Charlese McKinney, Chief Program Officer
Charlese McKinney, Chief Program Officer

 

The Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank has excelled at providing food for the regions neighbors since 1980. Fighting to end hunger in western PA from their Duquesne headquarters, their work goes beyond the sourcing and delivery of food. The Food Bank works with 1000-plus partners over 11 counties driving anti-hunger initiatives, improving nutrition and stabilizing lives.