Honoring the Bright Young People of today

The original Bright Young People were young socialites in the 1920s and -30s, known for throwing outrageous, over-the-top parties, as well as their attempts to change the status quo, especially within the arts. Allies has reimagined the Bright Young People of today as a constellation of excellence – people who are making a real and tangible difference in our community and working toward a bright future. 

The Bright Young People are making their mark through their art, their careers and their activism, moving the conversation in Pittsburgh forward, particularly when it comes to equity and inclusion. They are already outstanding in their fields and their communities and are helping to build a bright future.

Since the launch of the program in 2022, Allies has recognized 43 individuals as Bright Young People.

For more information or questions about the Bright Young People program or the nomination process, email Mary Beth Wyko, marketing and communications manager, at mbwyko@alliespgh.org.