Willissae's Agency for Vision and Empowerment

04/17/2026

We are Excited to be apart of this program

1st Home Allegheny is getting $3 million to help low- and moderate-income families buy houses.

04/17/2026

There’s still time for you to register for this Virtual Workshop!!! You don’t want to miss valuable information as you start your Homebuying journey! Register Here!

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04/13/2026

Shoutout to Charlise Smith, Executive Director of W.A.V.E she is always in the mix, creating opportunities, building partnerships, and pushing initiatives that truly make a difference in our communities. 💪🏾🏡

Organizations like W.A.V.E are helping individuals and families turn the dream of homeownership into a reality.

🚨 Big News for Allegheny County Residents:
The 1st Home Allegheny Program Phase 2 is officially LIVE!

Through the leadership of Sara Innamorato and the continued efforts of Allegheny County Economic Development, this program is reopening with new opportunities to support homebuyers across the county.

If you’re interested in learning more or want access to resources:
📩 Drop your email below or send me a message
📚 I’ll make sure you receive details on this program AND other opportunities available through Allegheny County

This is what it looks like when community, leadership, and opportunity align. Let’s take advantage of it. 🙌🏾

04/13/2026

Virtual Homeownership Workshop!!! Saturday April 18th 9am to 4pm

Make Sure To Click The Link https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd-lYmTG36xlQQcIrjbeI8kFy9dFLK4pBVRVTJkdSq8FPz9OQ/viewform?usp=publish-editor

🔑🏡❤️

04/09/2026

W.A.V.E is proud to continue making an impact in the Lincoln-Lemington-Belmar community! In partnership with Lincoln Lemington RCO and Rebuilding Together, we’ve helped secure critical resources to support our seniors.

Through this collaboration, one deserving family received $50,000 in home upgrades & creating a safer, more comfortable living environment.

This marks our third year working alongside these incredible partners, and we remain committed to uplifting our community and ensuring our seniors can age with dignity.

03/21/2026

The arrival of spring reminds us that change happens one step at a time.

At WAVE, we walk alongside individuals and families as they work toward stable housing and financial well being—through education, counseling, and connection to trusted resources.

If you or someone you know is seeking support, we’re here to help: https://waveoflife.org/contact/

03/12/2026

Danielle’s journey reminds us that even complicated housing processes can be navigated with the right support.

With guidance from our team - especially WAVE Housing Counselor Tijuana Weston - Danielle worked through each step and recently secured a stable place to call home!

We’re so proud of her resilience — and grateful for the trust she placed in WAVE. 💜

If you’re looking for guidance — or know a friend or family member who may need help navigating housing or financial stresses — WAVE is here to help. www.waveoflife.org/

02/28/2026

We’re celebrating a big milestone for our client Geneva and her family— a new chapter built on resilience, consistency, and a true commitment to change.

Through WAVE’s tenant counseling program, Geneva worked toward financial stability while navigating a period of homelessness. With temporary support from the Salvation Army and a housing voucher through the Allegheny County Housing Authority, she recently received the keys to her new home!

We’re excited to continue supporting her as she builds credit, strengthens her budget, and works toward long‑term goals.

This is the heart of our work — and what we can accomplish when we move forward with our clients, not just for them.

To learn how you can partner with WAVE and help more clients reach stability and opportunity, visit waveoflife.org.

02/20/2026

Please join us in congratulating our Founder & Executive Director, Charlise Smith, who was featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times People on the Move!

Charlise’s leadership is rooted in experience, deep community commitment, and a belief that every family deserves stability, dignity, and opportunity.

Her work continues to expand WAVE’s impact across housing counseling, tenant advocacy, and financial empowerment throughout the region.

We are incredibly proud to see her recognized for the work she leads—and the hope she inspires.

Read her feature: