Pribanic & Pribanic, a Pittsburgh law firm, is sponsoring two community events this month in the White Oak and Mon Valley area: the Fido Food Truck Fest on Sept. 12 in White Oak and the Yough n Roll Bike Ride and Party on the Trail on Sept. 19 in Elizabeth Township. The sponsorships reflect the firm's ongoing commitment to the communities it serves, supporting causes that range from animal welfare to outdoor recreation along the Great Allegheny Passage.
The Fido Food Truck Fest is the fifth annual fundraiser for White Oak Animal Safe Haven, a no-kill animal shelter founded in 2003. The event runs from 2 to 6 p.m. at White Oak Volunteer Fire Department No. 1 and will include food trucks, basket raffles, a 50/50 raffle and mystery boxes. Last year's event raised about $10,000 to help fund the shelter's medical care, training, grooming and adoption programs. The shelter's work is vital to the region, providing a safe haven for animals in need and promoting responsible pet ownership. Pribanic & Pribanic's sponsorship helps ensure that these programs continue to receive the necessary funding.
The Yough n Roll Bike Ride and Party on the Trail is organized by the Mon/Yough Trail Council, an all-volunteer 501(c)(3) organization with more than 500 members that maintains 15 miles of the Great Allegheny Passage. The 32nd annual event starts at Boston Riverfront Park and Rhino Memorial Field and offers 20- and 40-mile bike routes along the Youghiogheny River, along with a shorter Family Fun Ride for families. A community party follows the ride with music, local artists, historians, food, giveaways, children's games and representatives from area public safety agencies. Last year the trail hosted visitors from 48 states and 20 countries, and volunteers logged more than 5,000 hours maintaining the trail. Tim Banfield is the Mon/Yough Trail Council's contact for the event. More information is available at thebostontrail.com.
The impact of these events extends beyond a single day. The Fido Food Truck Fest directly supports the White Oak Animal Safe Haven's operations, which include medical care, training, grooming and adoption services. The Yough n Roll Bike Ride promotes healthy outdoor activity and tourism, drawing visitors from across the country and around the world to the Great Allegheny Passage. The Mon/Yough Trail Council's volunteer efforts, which totaled over 5,000 hours last year, ensure that the trail remains a safe and attractive destination for cyclists, walkers and nature enthusiasts.
Pribanic & Pribanic's sponsorships support two organizations that serve the White Oak and Mon Valley community, from animal welfare to outdoor recreation along the Great Allegheny Passage. The firm's involvement underscores the importance of corporate citizenship and local investment in non-profit initiatives. For readers, these events offer opportunities to give back, enjoy family-friendly activities, and contribute to the vitality of the region. As the events approach, community members are encouraged to participate and support these worthy causes.
