PGH SK8 Collaborative

A Heartfelt Thank You to Senator Jay Costa

On behalf of everyone at PGH SK8 Collaborative, Buy Back The Block Movement, and The Rucker Foundation, I want to extend my sincere gratitude to Pennsylvania State Senator Jay Costa for recognizing and supporting the work we are doing throughout the City of Pittsburgh. Your letter of encouragement is more than words on paper—it is a reminder that community-driven efforts matter and that partnerships can create lasting change.

From partnerships & collaborating roller skating with Downtown Pittsburgh Partnership skate the Square and Schenley Park, to creating safe spaces that promote mental wellness, youth engagement, healthy living, and community connection, we remain committed to building opportunities that unite our neighborhoods.

Your support inspires us to continue dreaming bigger and working harder to create a stronger, healthier, and more connected Pittsburgh.

Thank you for believing in our vision and for standing with organizations that are investing in people, culture, and the future of our city. We look forward to continuing to work together to make Pittsburgh a place where every family has access to safe spaces, opportunity, and hope.

Together, we skate. Together, we build. Together, we heal.

With gratitude,
Rico DeLorean Rucker Sr.
President, PGH SK8 Collaborative
Founder, Buy Back The Block Movement