A weekly talk show about people in the Mon Valley area of Pittsburgh

A weekly public affairs show about McKeesport and the Mon Valley, produced in cooperation with WEDO (810) and WZUM (1550).

Two Rivers, 30 Minutes for 2-11-2022

02-11-2022

Topic: Bringing local residents financial stability

Guest: Alena Anderson, Community Impact Manager, Moving to Financial Stability, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania

How Topic Discussed: For years, United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania has arranged free tax preparation services for residents of the Pittsburgh region who make below a certain household income annually. How much in refunds and credits have residents been able to receive through this program? Who are the tax preparers and how are they trained? How does United Way partner with other agencies to provide additional services that support financial stability, including financial literacy education and first-time homeowner assistance? How has United Way's 2-1-1 service helped support local families during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic?

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For more information about Fair Housing Act protections in the city of McKeesport, call 412-675-5020, ext. 635. (6/16/2023-6/16/2024)


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