The Foundation's investment strategy is a work in progress.
We started with a few key areas in mind, primarily focused on one city, Pittsburgh. Over time, we found more organizations and good ideas that helped to shape our grantmaking.
We have learned a great deal from our grant partners and will continue to refine approaches based on their results.
Today, the Foundation concentrates on the following geographic and thematic areas:
Advance a More Livable Pittsburgh
The Benter Foundation was founded in Pittsburgh and continues to focus much of its work on downtown Pittsburgh and neighborhoods.
- Support of smart transportation
- The arts and open spaces bring people together
- Global connections that inform people about the world
Broaden Access to Pittsburgh's Progress
As the region continues to change.
- Programs that help young people Start Right
- Careers look different today in Pittsburgh
- Engaging citizens in solving local problems
Working Beyond Pittsburgh
A few projects carry work beyond Pittsburgh:
- Create new knowledge to tackle hard problems
- Support peace building in key regions of the world