The Branch

Congratulations to Susan Friedberg Kalson and JHF and PRHI Board member David Kalson, who were honored by The Branch as the 2026 Krause Award recipients for their leadership, generosity and commitment to a more inclusive Pittsburgh.

Still smiling from Breaking Down the Walls: Forever Young? So are we! 💙

Relive the laughter, connections, and unforgettable moments from the evening by browsing our event photo album on Flickr.

📸 View the photos here: https://flic.kr/s/aHBqjCUS2C

Thank you to everyone who joined us in celebrating inclusion, community, and the spirit of staying Forever Young.

The Branch congratulates Karen Wolk Feinstein, President and CEO of the Jewish Healthcare Foundation, winner of the Pittsburgh Business Times 2026 Women of Influence Impact Award. The Branch appreciates its longstanding community partnership with JHF, and is grateful for its financial support.

Mazel tov to Dr. Feinstein for this well-deserved recognition!

Chag Shavuot Sameach!

As we celebrate the giving of the Torah and welcome a season of renewal, we hope your holiday is filled with peace, meaningful connection, and plenty of delicious cheesecake.

🗣️We want to hear your thoughts!

Share your experiences and needs with us at our upcoming Family Forum on Thursday, May 28 from 6:00–7:30 PM for dinner and a meaningful roundtable discussion led by Mike Samuels, The Branch Board President.

We want to hear directly from families of adults with disabilities. Your input will help shape the future of services in our community.

Register here: https://shorturl.at/No5pt

Kosher-style dinner will be provided. Please RSVP by tonight, May 21, 2026 so we can plan accordingly.

Everyone has a story, and at Breaking Down the Walls: Forever Young, Andy, Bill, and Louis shared theirs.

Breaking Down the Walls is about advocating for disability rights, inclusion, and mental health awareness in an effort to eliminate stigma and build a more understanding community.

Hear their stories now on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R2GWtwvdDJM&t=1s

Thank you for helping us raise more than $300,000 at Breaking Down the Walls: Forever Young! It was an amazing night filled with community, connection, and of course, youthful spirits.

We are deeply grateful for your generosity, which helps us continue serving individuals living with mental illness, intellectual, and/or developmental disabilities. Because of you, more people in our community will have access to the opportunities they need to thrive.

Thank you for being part of this unforgettable night!