Locally Grown
a Wilkinsburg/PGH community center combating systematic racism +inequality by supporting entrepreneurship, financial well-being & professional development 4 all Our mission is to build an equitable economy for Wilkinsburg & the Greater Pittsburgh region by creating opportunities that promote professional development, financial well-being, and entrepreneurial growth. Building an equitable economy for Wilkinsburg and the Greater Pittsburgh region by creating opportunities that promote professional development, financial wellbeing, and entrepreneurial growth. We believe in participatory programming that gives voice to those we serve, breaking down silos between communities, and developing equitable pathways to economic success.
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2019
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Wilkinsburg
Community Forge Mission History Impact Staff Board Partners Learn about our journey Programs for youth adult Technology education for local youth in Pittsburgh Antiviolence Bookkeeping Marketing Operations Stateoftheart multimedia studio for podcasting more Operated through BootUp Pittsburgh Free handson assistance for technical difficulties Membership benefits coworking dedicated office spaces FAQ Assistance resources for current members Apply to join the community Upcoming Events Past Events Book Space Network learn with local business owners Share your voice hear local talent at monthly open mic Annual event celebrating local artists businesses Become a Member Lend a hand Share your skills Contribute to the future Learn about the many things happening at Community Forge An Equitable Future Starts Here Community Forge is. CommunityHub CommunityHub Entrepreneurship Entrepreneurship Technology EDUCATION Technology EDUCATION Community Hub Our Wilkinsburg facility is home to our programs events and public playground and is shared with a group of aligned nonprofits small businesses and coworkers. Entrepreneurship We provide business services technical assistance networking and incubation to local business owners with an emphasis on growing Blackowned businesses. Bookkeeping marketing operations share your mission learn practical skills 1p 5p every Wednesdaysidebyside tech help Technology EDUCATION We prepare our community for the future by exposing and educating young people in the skills most critical to success in the 21st century.
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Join us for a special edition of Open Mic Night: Listen with Soul When: Friday, April 18, 8–11 PM Where: Community Forge, 1256 Franklin Ave Hosted by: @sopranowing (Kinselland) Featured Performer: @iamlailonny (Lailonny Morris) Band Lead: @herkdawgiii (Howie Alexander) Experience a soulful lounge atmosphere with open mic performances from 8–10 PM, followed by a special set from the incredible Lailonny Morton. (fb) ... more
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