Established in 2010, the Visionaries are a group of young professional leaders committed to making the Westmoreland community a better place. The Visionaries strive to inspire other young professionals to become philanthropists who are engaged in their communities.
Every other year, a new cohort of early- and mid-career professionals, ages 22 to 40, dedicate their time and resources to improving Westmoreland County through philanthropy. Visionaries make an annual donation and, with professional guidance and support, learn about community needs, engage with peers and provide funding to nonprofit organizations serving the county. The program culminates in an inspiring "Pitch-In" party where the group identifies nonprofit organizations to share more about their missions and "pitch" their solutions to receive the pooled funds that will support their work.
Through this program, participants not only make connections within the community where they live/work, but also expand their knowledge of philanthropy and what is involved in determining how to have impact within a particular area. Our goal is to develop the next generation of donors giving their time, talent and treasure within Westmoreland County.