The 12th annual Jessie Games were held on Aug. 9, and it is no exaggeration to say it was one of the best ever!
We welcomed more than 450 people to the AHN Sports Complex. Children of all ages spent the afternoon playing, racing, dribbling, climbing, dancing, laughing and eating. Reflecting various nationalities and backgrounds, the kids had a fun-filled day, got their faces painted and their pictures taken with some famous TV personalities.
We are so very grateful to the staff at Catholic Charities of Pittsburgh, and to our wonderful volunteers, who handed out T-shirts, supervised the activities, painted faces, and served up sno-cones, popcorn and pizza. And here’s a big shout out to Harrison Lilley, who took beautiful pictures that reflect the joy of the day.
None of this would be possible without the financial support of our many sponsors and donors. Together, we raised more than $50,000 to help Catholic Charities and its mission to serve the critical needs of our communities with compassion, healing and hope.
We are so very blessed. And we are looking forward to seeing everyone back in 2026!
Check out the fun on our Facebook page.
https://www.facebook.com/thejessiegames/
About The Jessie Games:
The Jessie Games seek to preserve the memory of Jessie Egan Smith
through a fun, engaging, family-oriented fundraising event that supports
programs for children and their families offered through Catholic Charities to those
in need, regardless of faith. The Jessie Games and its proceeds will seek
to enrich the lives of youth, particularly those in the Pittsburgh and
Western Pennsylvania area, and nurture their physical and emotional wellbeing.
The Jessie Games 