Give to Gain: International Women’s Day Panel & Luncheon

Let’s Give to Gain at our International Women’s Day Panel & Luncheon!

Join us for a day centered on connection, generosity, and shared leadership.

Give To Gain emphasizes the power of reciprocity and support. When people, organizations, and communities give generously, opportunities and support for women increase. Giving is not a subtraction, it's intentional multiplication. When women thrive, we all rise.

This annual gathering brings together community leaders, philanthropists, and changemakers for a morning of thoughtful dialogue and celebration. We’re especially proud to host this event at the Duquesne Club, a space with a long history in Pittsburgh’s civic life. Gathering here for International Women's Day is a meaningful reminder of how institutions evolve and how opening doors creates room for new voices, new leadership, and shared progress.

Community Panel (no cost to attend)

Explore how support, mentorship, and collaboration help women and communities grow, and what it takes to sustain that momentum.

• Luz Blandon, Casa San José
• Angela Garcia, Global Links
• Colleen Fedor, Mentoring Partnership of SWPA (retired)
• LaKeisha Wolf, Ujamaa Collective
• Camila Rivera-Tinsley, Women & Girls Foundation (moderator)

Luncheon Panel ($60)

Examine how giving, partnership, and leadership can unlock long-term impact for women locally and globally.

• Sylvia Fields, Eden Hall Foundation (retired)
• Melanie Brown, Gates Foundation
• Samantha Hartzman, Duquesne Light (moderator)

Illuminate Awards

The event will culminate with the 2026 Illuminate Awards recognizing leaders who have made a difference in advancing global mindedness and connection in the Pittsburgh region. The 2026 Illuminate Award recipients are:

• Business Leader: Christina Cassotis, CEO, Allegheny County Airport Authority
• Education Leader: Dr. Quintin B. Bullock, President, Community College of Allegheny County
• Community Leader: The Honorable Cynthia A. Baldwin
• Youth Leader: Bahati Wilondja, ARYSE & Open Field

Presented by

Give to Gain is presented in partnership with the Women & Girls Foundation of Southwestern Pennsylvania and the World Affairs Council of Pittsburgh.

AN IMPORTANT NOTE ON ATTIRE: The Duquesne Club dress code is observed for all events: No t-shirts, jeans, or sneakers. See the Duquesne Club website for complete details.