Millvale is a place of self-determination, where Millvalians are able to participate and shape their future as well as the future of Millvale.
Equity in Millvale means addressing the evolution of opportunity for existing residents while anticipating the concerns of a new population as the region grows. Community pride runs deep in Millvale, and that community seeks to prioritize our current population while we also welcome new residents. Early investments and projects include creating resources, shapes, and a culture of sharing when creating the Millvale Community Library and the Gardens of Millvale.
Right now Millvale is becoming a new home for immigrant refugees, and Be Our Neighbor operates programming to connect Millvale’s new immigrant residents with community resources. In 2024, Be Our Neighbor was awarded grant money to expand their services and to offer translators during office hours.
In 2020, the community hosted its first PRIDE Millvale, a celebration of inclusivity and joy. Each year since, PRIDE Millvale seeks to create safe and inclusive events for identities which have been historically marginalized. In 2024, Pittsburgh’s first ‘they bar’ Harold’s Haunt established the Queer Resource Center in Millvale to support the queer community of the region.
The Millvale Community Development Corporation has also been involved in affordable housing initiatives for new and old residents alike. MCDC has worked with the Millvale Community Library, Tri COG Land Bank, Borough of Millvale, and City of Bridges Land Trust to make these projects happen. As of 2024, six families have been provided with affordable options to become homeowners in Millvale. As Millvale grows, so do our efforts to further equity in the region through local action.
