United Way volunteers build not only bikes for children but also a path toward independence and fitness - Pittsburgh Union Progress

United Way volunteers build not only bikes for children but also a path toward independence and fitness - Pittsburgh Union Progress

The volunteers gathered at Millvale’s Riverfront Park in the sweltering heat Friday morning, ready to start building bikes earmarked for youngsters throughout the United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania’s service area. Wendy Koch, United Way senior director of regional engagement, and others talked to them briefly about the benefits those children will derive from the Build a Bike event — freedom and independence, physical activity and outdoor p…