A Night That Refused to Whisper LOUDER! was never meant to be quiet. Hosted by activist and visionary Leon Ford and held inside the elegant ballroom at Rivers Casino, this year’s LOUDER! Gala became something more than a fundraiser. It became a declaration. A declaration that courage deserves a microphone. That community deserves investment. And […]
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The Hear Foundation and Leon Ford partners with PPS to mentor high school students
Leon Ford, co-founder of The Hear Foundation, has teamed up with the Pittsburgh Public Schools (PPS) Career and Technical Education (CTE) Division to mentor students in the district’s Emergency Response Technology (ERT) program. The ERT program — offered at Pittsburgh Westinghouse High School — prepares students for entry-level careers in emergency services, including firefighting, EMS, […]
Stuff-A-Store 2025
The Hear Foundation was proud to sponsor Stuff-A-Store, a holiday tradition rooted in service, legacy, and community care. The program was founded by the late Detective Jimmy Cvetic of the Allegheny County Police Department, who believed that building trust between law enforcement and the community starts with showing up for children, especially during the holidays. […]
Registration for the Citizen Police Academy & Student Police Academy is now open!
This is an opportunity to for students and citizens to learn more about law enforcement and build relationships with Officers. Citizen Police Academy (CPA) applications are being accepted until February 15, with classes beginning February 26. Student Police Academy (SPA) applications are being accepted until February 28, with classes beginning March 11. Apply today.
Bridging the Badge – Building Authentic Connections Between the Community and Law Enforcement
This inspiring video from the Buhl Foundation highlights a young participant’s journey through Bridging the Badge, a transformative program by The Hear Foundation that fosters meaningful relationships between local youth and law enforcement. Designed to address gun violence and community trauma, the program provides young people with workforce development opportunities in public safety and law […]
Meet Za’Morrie: Building a Bridge to a Safer Pittsburgh
My name is Leon Ford, co-founder of the Hear Foundation and I’ve dedicated my life to fostering healing and connection in our community. Today, I want to share a story that embodies the power of that mission. This summer, I had the honor of witnessing a life-changing moment for Za’Morrie, a bright and determined senior […]
