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Trail Clean Up Day!
April 12, 2026
What a kickoff to spring!
Around 20 neighbors (and some seriously dedicated young helpers!) came out yesterday for our Trail Clean-Up Day and got right to it—tackling invasive species, clearing debris, picking up trash, and refreshing the trail.
The energy was high, the weather was perfect, and the impact was real
We’re keeping it going! Look out for a running Nature Center task list so you can jump in anytime between clean-up days.
Huge thanks to Green Tree Public Works for the mulch + compost drop and for hauling everything away.
Team effort all around
Initiative: Go Green, Green Tree
March Monthly Meeting
March 17, 2026
Rain, wind, and a whole lot of determination — that’s how we do it.
Thank you to everyone who joined us on Saturday for our monthly meeting and showed that when it comes to building a stronger Green Tree, bad weather doesn’t slow us down.
We were also grateful to welcome Empower and Elevate PGH Women, who shared their mission and the important work they’re doing to support and uplift women across our region. Partnerships like this make our movement stronger.
At the meeting, we dug into the progress happening across our 3 ongoing initiatives:
-Go Green, Green Tree
-A Welcoming Green Tree For All
-Empowering Civic Participation
These initiatives are all about turning our values into real action — protecting our green spaces, making sure everyone feels welcome, and empowering more people to participate in civic life.
The energy in the room was wonderful, the ideas were flowing, and we’re excited for what’s ahead. With advocacy, events, and new programming on the horizon, we’re building momentum as we head into April.
Stay tuned — there’s a lot more to come.
Go Green, Green Tree
March 13, 2026
Last weekend, Democrats for Green Tree hit the trails to prepare for our April 12 Green Tree Nature Center Trail Clean Up Day.
Members of our Go Green, Green Tree Working Group, along with a few passionate young environmentalists, scouted the trails to identify invasive species, note maintenance needs, and imagine ways to make this beautiful green space even more accessible and vibrant for our community.
We believe caring for the places we share is part of building a stronger community. With guidance from past efforts and our friends at Mt. Lebanon Nature Conservancy and the National Audubon Society, we’re excited to keep doing work that makes Green Tree greener.
Initiative: Go Green, Green Tree
Endorsement Day
March 8, 2026
Election season is officially here!
Tomorrow marks the end of petition signing, and yesterday more than a thousand committee members gathered on the South Side for the Allegheny County Democratic Committee Endorsement Vote — showing up in force to take part in the democratic process.
That energy is what democracy looks like.
Congratulations to all the candidates who earned the endorsement, and to everyone who stepped up to run and serve. It takes courage, commitment, and community to put your name on the ballot.
A special shoutout to our friend and Green Tree's own, Ron Panza, for earning the Allegheny County Democratic Committee endorsement for PA State Committee!
Let’s keep this momentum going.
Objective: Empower Community-minded Democrats
Senator Wayne Fontana’s Re-Election breakfast
March 7, 2026
It was a wonderful morning at Senator Wayne Fontana’s re-election breakfast.
We are always so excited to connect with fellow Democrats from around the region and so inspired by Senator Fontana’s dedication to our district!
Be sure to mark your calendars for the May 19 election!
Objective: Empower Community-minded Democrats
Petition Signing Drop-In Party
February 21, 2026
We are STILL buzzing from yesterday’s Petition Signing Party!
The energy was off the charts, and we walked out feeling fired up about the road ahead and the incredible Democrats ready to roll up their sleeves and get to work.
Thank you to everyone who showed up and made it such a powerful example of democracy in action.
Because you were there, Green Tree neighbors met their requirements to get on the ballot and many other candidates secured the signatures they need to move forward.
We are especially grateful to Wayne Fontana, Dan Deasy, Bob Palmosina, and Bethany Hallam, along with all of our local representatives and leaders who took the time to attend, connect with neighbors, and invest in the democratic process.
When leaders show up, listen, and engage directly with the community, it sends a clear message: local democracy matters.
This is what democracy looks like. Neighbors stepping up. Leaders standing alongside the community. Collective action that truly makes a difference.
Let the 2026 BLUE WAVE begin!!!
Initiative: Empower Civic Participation
A Walk Through Bird Park
February 15, 2026
Members of Democrats for Green Tree’s Go Green Initiative braved the rain and cold to meet at Bird Park with our friends from Mt. Lebanon Nature Conservancy.
Together we discussed past and ongoing efforts in Mt. Lebanon, and explored how we might use that knowledge to enhance our green space stewardship in Green Tree.
Thank you to Mt. Lebanon Nature Conservancy for taking the time to talk with us and share your experiences.
Initiative: Go Green, Green Tree
January Monthly Meeting
January 25, 2026
Yesterday, we gathered for our second monthly meeting — 20 community members in the room, plus a joyful handful of little activists reminding us why this work matters.
There’s something powerful about coming together, sharing our individual strengths, and turning good ideas into real action. We rolled up our sleeves, worked on a project together (thanks to our neighbors at the Pittsburgh Overpass Project), and leaned into what it looks like to build change as a team.
When this group first came together, we couldn’t have predicted how quickly it would grow into a source of connection, purpose, and momentum. The news can be heavy, but being in community — choosing action, collaboration, and care — reminds us that progress is still very much possible.
We’re incredibly grateful for this group, for the energy you bring, and for your willingness to keep showing up for one another and for Green Tree.
Stay safe out there, Democrats for Green Tree. There’s work to do — and we’re just getting started.
Frontline Dignity Rapid Response Training
January 21, 2026
We want to make sure our neighbors have the tools to respond safely and effectively should a situation arise in our community.
Last night, seven members of Democrats for Green Tree joined over 400 others in attending the Frontline Dignity Rapid Response Training.
We listened to Frontline Dignity Founder, Jaime Martinez, and members of the County Public Defenders Office share critical information focused on preparing individuals to respond lawfully, calmly, and collectively during immigration enforcement activity.
Thank you Frontline Dignity for providing this critical training to our community members.
Initiative: A Welcoming Green Tree For All
Gov. Shapiro Campaign Kickoff
January 8, 2026
Democrats for Green Tree showed up strong at the Governor Shapiro Campaign Kickoff today — and WOW, the momentum is real.
The room was buzzing, the energy was contagious, and we’re fired up for the road ahead!
Big shoutout to Dmitri For Green Tree for volunteering his time today and helping make the event a success!
Objective: Empower Community-minded Democrats
ADVOCACY OPPORTUNITY
December 17, 2025
In November, advocates from across PA gathered in Harrisburg for Our Health, Our Future, Our Lobby Day to push for the Family Care Act—bipartisan legislation that would create universal paid family leave in PA.
With 30 Senate co-sponsors and 87 House co-sponsors (SB 906 / HB 200), the momentum is real. Now it’s time to bring the bills to a vote!
Community Connection!
December 13, 2025
Huge thanks to the Democratic Committee of Dormont for welcoming us into their December meeting (and potluck!) We loved getting to connect and hear about all the amazing work happening to keep progressive momentum strong.
It was inspiring to listen to two passionate candidates running for 42nd District Rep, both ready to take on the issues facing our region.
And a special shout out to the incredible Alliyson Feldmann of Feldmann for PA for sharing her insight, wisdom, and energy with us — we’re so grateful!
Senate passes CROWN Act!!
November 20, 2025
Exciting news out of Harrisburg with a win for racial and gender justice!!!
This week, HB 439 (AKA the CROWN Act) passed in the PA Senate!
The Creating a Respectful and Open World for Natural Hair (CROWN) Act explicitly prohibits discrimination based on hair, hair textures, and hair styles. This is an important step forward in advancing racial and gender justice and addressing long-standing discrimination, particularly against Black women and girls.