At Literacy Pittsburgh, we know that learning extends beyond the classroom. Students are most successful when their basic needs are met, which is why our Free Student Cabinet provides essential items at no cost to anyone enrolled in our programs. From hygiene products and clothing to household necessities and other everyday essentials, the cabinet helps reduce financial stress so students can focus on achieving their educational goals.
Recently, the cabinet received a tremendous boost thanks to Alex Coombs, a Literacy Pittsburgh tutor, who organized a workplace donation drive through BNY’s Employee Resource Group - IMPACT. The generosity of BNY employees resulted in a wide variety of much-needed items that will help stock the cabinet and ensure students have access to the everyday essentials they need.
Reflecting on the success of the initiative, Alex shared:
"We're grateful for the generosity BNY employees have shown in support of BNY IMPACT's donation drive benefiting the Free Student Cabinet at Literacy Pittsburgh. Every contribution, no matter the size, reflects BNY employees' commitment to supporting our local community and making a meaningful difference in Pittsburgh."
Thanks to Alex, BNY IMPACT, and the many BNY employees who participated, our Free Student Cabinet is better equipped to support students and their families in the months ahead.
Literacy Pittsburgh (formerly Greater Pittsburgh Literacy Council) helps create better lives through learning. Recognized as a national leader in adult and family literacy, Literacy Pittsburgh is the largest provider of adult basic education in Allegheny and Beaver Counties. Last year, Literacy Pittsburgh helped more than 4,000 individuals acquire the skills needed to reach their fullest potential in life and participate productively in their communities. Literacy Pittsburgh provides free, personalized instruction in workforce readiness, high school diploma test preparation, digital literacy, English language learning, math, reading, and family literacy through one-to-one and small class instruction. Founded in 1982, it serves local adults through numerous neighborhood locations and its Downtown Pittsburgh Learning Center.
