2026 Art Rooney Award

Daniel & Carole Kamin

For Outstanding Service to the Region

2026 Pat Rooney Award

Kendra Whitlock Ingram

President & CEO, Pittsburgh Cultural Trust

For Women Leadership and Service

2026 Bob Prince Award

Olivia Babcockn

American V-ball Player of the Year, University of Pittsburgh

For Athletic Achievement

2026 Bill Burns Award

Andrew Stockey

Sports Director, WTAE-TV (ABC)

For Journalistic Excellence

2026 John E. McGrady Award

Jared Bachar

For Community Building

2026 Nick Cardello Award

Claudia Pepinski

For Volunteerism

Tuesday, September 29, 2026

UPMC Club Lounge
Acrisure Stadium

The 53rd Annual Art Rooney Award Dinner & Auction will be held Tuesday, September 29th, 2026 at Acrisure Stadium in the UPMC Club Lounge. Tickets are $150. As always, the event promises fine food, inspiring remarks, interaction with award winners, and the opportunity to bid on unique and exciting items. Buy tickets online or call 412-621-3342 ext 101.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

The Catholic Youth Association of Pittsburgh

CYA: Constant Values Evolving Programs

CYA has served Pittsburgh for 100 years. It was established to help young children survive poverty and neglect. Over the years, the agency's work has grown and evolved. Today, we're both a premier childcare agency and a leading provider of services for the elderly. Our childcare program is rated four (4) star. Our senior programs serve Pittsburgh's poorest neighborhoods. The Chief always said that CYA was one of his favorite charities.

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Childcare

CYA's childcare program consistently garners four (4) ratings.

Senior Services

Senior services include lunches, exercise, and social and recreational program.

Meals-on-Wheels

CYA has an extensive meals-on-wheels program. If you know someone who needs this service please call us at 412-621-3342.

CYA's work is guided by the belief that every life has value and every person deserves respect. There are many ways to support our work. If you give to the United Way, please know that CYA is Option #96.

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