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2014
PPG DONATES NEARLY $12,000 FOR
RENO-AREA PROGRAMS

RENO, Nev., June 27, 2014 The PPG
Industries Foundation has donated nearly
$12,000, on behalf of PPG Industries
(NYSE:PPG) architectural coatings facility in
McCarran, Nevada, to three Reno-area
organizations for education and human-services
programs in the community.
The recent grants helped:
Food Bank of Northern Nevada continue
to distribute food and provide support to
more than 130 different direct-service,
nonprofit agencies aiding the needy, the ill,
the elderly and children;
United Way of Northern Nevada and the
Sierra support various organizations and activities; and
Challenger Learning Center of Northern Nevada invite seven Girl Scouts troops to participate
in SciGirls/Challenger Center Simulated Space Missions to Mars that emphasize science,
technology, engineering and math (STEM) learning for girls.
Each of these organizations offer important opportunities and support in our local community, and
we hope this funding will help them continue and expand their valued efforts, said Terry McGinnis,
PPG plant manager at the McCarran facility. PPG is pleased to support organizations that directly
impact its communities and improve the lives of our youth and residents.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and
community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

2014

PPG COATINGS HELP BRAZIL, FANS
CELEBRATE 2014 FIFA WORLD CUP

PITTSBURGH, June 26, 2014 PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) coatings have helped Brazil put on a
fresh, colorful appearance for the 2014 FIFA WORLD CUP event.
PPG products ranging from Tintas RENNER architectural coatings, manufactured in Gravata,
Brazil, to STEELGUARD fire protection coatings were used to prepare prominent venues such as
Beira-Rio Stadium in Porto Alegre and arenas in Curitiba, Recife and Natal. PPG coatings products
also were used to renovate hotels and airports in So Paulo, Campinas and Recife, and to update
transportation systems.
There are so many projects where PPGs products have been used that we cant begin to name
them all, said Carlos Santa Cruz, PPG managing director, Brazil and South America. Major events
like this one generate opportunities to support infrastructure improvements in host cities. As a world
leader in paints and coatings, PPG has worked hard to ensure we are a prominent player in these
important and highly visible projects.
In addition, PPG packaging coatings cover the inside and outside of a bottlecan for BRAHMA
beers limited-edition Selecao Especial beverage. The beer, produced by Anheuser-Busch InBev,
incorporates a select crop of barley grown on a famous Brazilian soccer pitch.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface and Steelguard are trademarks of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
Renner is a registered trademark of Renner Herrmann S.A. and Renner Sayerlack S.A., used under license.
2014 FIFA World Cup is a trademark of FIFA.
Brahma is a trademark of COMPANHIA DE BEBIDAS DAS AMRICAS AMBEV.
Note: All product and company names are trademarks of their respective organizations.

2014
PPG DONATES MORE THAN $20,000
FOR SEVEN CIRCLEVILLE-AREA
PROGRAMS

CIRCLEVILLE, Ohio, June 26, 2014 The
PPG Industries Foundation has donated more
than $20,000 on behalf of PPG Industries
(NYSE:PPG) coatings plant in Circleville, Ohio,
to seven local organizations that provide
educational and human-services programs to
the community.
The recent grants helped:
Circleville City Schools continue to
provide educational opportunities for
students;
Pickaway Progress Partnership (P3)
promote a strong business environment
and deliver economic development
services and programs in Pickaway
County;
Future City Competition, Ohio Region,
implement its project-based learning
experience offering middle-school
students the opportunity to work with
engineers to imagine and create cities
of the future;
Ohio Christian University offer its Kids on Campus summer program that educates
elementary school students in the fields of science, technology, engineering and math
(STEM);
Ted Lewis Museum educate local students about music;
United Way of Pickaway County support various organizations and activities; and
The Ohio State Universitys Women in Engineering (WiE) program continue efforts to
increase WiE students participation in engineering project teams.
Each of these organizations does great work offering opportunities and support in the Circleville
community, and we hope this funding will help them continue and expand their valued efforts, said
Dave Moss, PPG plant manager at the Circleville facility. PPG is pleased to support organizations
that directly impact its communities and improve the lives of our youth and residents.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and

The PPG Industries Foundation has donated more than
$20,000 on behalf of PPG Industries' coatings plant in
Circleville, Ohio, to seven local organizations for
educational and human-services programs. Here, PPG
Plant Manager Dave Moss (left) presents a $3,000 PPG
Industries Foundation check for Pickaway Progress
Partnership (P3) to Ryan Scribner, P3 economic
development director.
community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.



2014
PPG AGAIN NAMED BY IDGS
COMPUTERWORLD AMONG BEST
PLACES TO WORK IN IT
PITTSBURGH, June 23, 2014 PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) announced today that IDGs
Computerworld has named the company to its 2014 Best Places to Work in IT list. For the second
consecutive year, PPG is among 100 top organizations that challenge their IT staffs while providing
exceptional benefits and compensation, according to the publication. The current issue of
Computerworld features organizational profiles and results from the 21st annual Best Places to Work
in IT survey.
Notably, PPG ranked first for career development this year, up from second in this category for
2013. The publication noted PPGs approach in working with IT staffers to develop personalized
career plans and gain a broad range of work experiences.
PPG is honored to be named again among the world-class, innovative organizations on this list,
said Werner Baer, PPG vice president, information technology. Our focus on employee
development, innovation and global growth helps us create an environment offering opportunities for
IT professionals at all levels. From paid internships to successful onboarding and development
programs for both entry-level and experienced employees, the aptitude and culture of PPGs IT
function rival those of many top employers worldwide.
The Computerworld 2014 Best Places to Work in IT recognition is the latest earned by PPGs IT
organization. Earlier this month IDG's CIO magazine named PPG as a recipient of the 2014 CIO
100.
About the Best Places to Work in IT list
The Best Places to Work in Information Technology (IT) list is an annual ranking of the top 100 work
environments for technology professionals by IDGs Computerworld. The list is compiled based on a
comprehensive questionnaire regarding company offerings in categories such as benefits, diversity,
career development, training and retention. In addition, Computerworld conducts extensive surveys
of IT workers, and their responses factor heavily in determining the rankings.
About Computerworld
Computerworld is the leading IT media brand helping Sr. IT, business decision-makers and key
influencers navigate change with effective business strategy. Computerworld enables the IT value
chain with unique editorial coverage from setting strategies to deriving value from core to edge
technologies. Computerworlds award-winning website (www.computerworld.com), publication,
focused conference series, custom solutions and research forms the hub of the worlds largest (40+
edition) global IT media network and provides opportunities for IT vendors to engage this audience.
Computerworld leads the industry with an online audience of over 7.1 million monthly page views
(Omniture, February 2013) and was recognized in BtoBs 2013 Media Power 50 list; recognition
Computerworld has received for more than 5 consecutive years. Computerworld is published by IDG
Enterprise, a subsidiary of International Data Group (IDG), the worlds leading media, events and
research company. Company information is available at www.idgenterprise.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
Note: All product and company names are trademarks of their respective organizations.

2014
PPG DONATES $10,000 TO NACE
INTERNATIONAL FOUNDATION FOR
ANNUAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Donation supports students pursuing corrosion-, coatings-related degrees

PITTSBURGH, June 10, 2014 The PPG
Industries Foundation has donated $10,000 to
create two annual scholarships provided
through the NACE International Foundation, a
501(c)(3) entity affiliated with NACE
International, The Corrosion Society. Two
students pursuing postsecondary academic
degrees related to corrosion or coatings each
received a $5,000 scholarship on behalf of
PPG. The 2014 winners were:
Kaitlyn Martin of Baytown, Texas, a
junior majoring in mechanical
engineering at Colorado School of Mines, and
Azra Turajlic of Fort Worth, Texas, a freshman majoring in petroleum engineering at
Louisiana State University.
We appreciate PPGs generous donation, which is helping NACE Foundation support the next
generation of corrosion control specialists, said Neil Thompson, president of the NACE International
Foundation board. By creating these scholarships, PPG expands learning opportunities that can
benefit the overall coatings and corrosion fields.
NACE International is a global authority on corrosion control and has a longstanding relationship
with PPGs protective and marine coatings (PMC) business. PPG exhibits at NACE International
trade shows, provides expert speakers for its conferences, and enrolls employees in specialized
NACE training programs. Students supported by these NACE Foundation scholarships are studying
science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) disciplines related to corrosion control in
undergraduate degree programs.
The PPG NACE Foundation scholarship provides an opportunity for PPG to invest in potential
future industry leaders, said Tim Knavish, PPG vice president, global protective and marine
coatings. Providing financial support to these students helps us contribute to the vitality of STEM-
related fields and companies such as ours that rely on innovation.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and

community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.
About NACE International Foundation
The NACE International Foundation is the only organization dedicated to preparing the next
generation of corrosion professionals to save the worlds infrastructure. The NACE Foundation is
committed to meeting the challenge of corrosion by raising public awareness, by inspiring students
and educators to pursue the study of corrosion science and engineering, and by investing in
scholarships, training and workforce development programs. For more information, visit www.nace-
foundation.org.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol:PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
2014
PPG DONATES $65,000 FOR STEM
EDUCATION PROGRAMS FOR GIRLS

PITTSBURGH, May 13, 2014 The PPG
Industries Foundation donated $65,000 for
educational programs that aim to teach girls
about science, technology, engineering and
math (STEM) and encourage them to pursue
careers in related fields.
The initial grant, to Twin Cities Public
Television (tpt) in Minnesota, supports national
programming of SciGirls, a PBS television
show for young people ages 8-13 that
showcases girls using science and engineering
in their daily lives. This is the second year the
foundation has supported the program and
partnered with tpt to have PPG Industries
(NYSE:PPG) scientists show teachers in their
communities how resources associated with
the "SciGirls" program can be used in the
classroom to spark STEM interest.
The three grants that fund related
programming in PPG communities support the
following:
Challenger Learning Center of Northern Nevada in Reno near PPGs McCarran, Nevada,
architectural coatings plant inviting seven Girl Scouts troops to participate in
SciGirls/Challenger Center Simulated Space Missions to Mars;
Sci-Quest Hands-on Science Center in Huntsville, Alabama, where PPG operates an
aerospace manufacturing facility, developing a SciGirls after-school club for girls; and
WQED Multimedia in Pittsburgh, where PPG's global headquarters is located, holding a
SciGirls parent forum/workshop to discuss the importance of STEM education for girls.
Our primary funding focus is on education, particularly pertaining to STEM subjects, and these
programs all demonstrate creative ways to engage young people especially girls in STEM
learning in our PPG communities, said Sue Sloan, executive director, PPG Industries Foundation.
PPG is pleased to support these organizations in stimulating interest in these areas and helping
develop tomorrows scientists and workforce.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and
community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.

The PPG Industries Foundation donated $65,000 for
educational programs that aim to teach girls about
science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and
encourage them to pursue careers in related fields. As part
of the relationship with grant recipient Twin Cities Public
Television, these PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG) scientists
volunteered to show teachers how they can use resources
associated with the "SciGirls" television program in the
classroom to spark STEM interest.
About SciGirls
SciGirls (www.aboutscigirls.org) is an Emmy award-winning television program and transmedia
program that draws on cutting-edge research about what engages girls in science, technology,
engineering and math (STEM) learning and careers. The PBS television show, destination website,
and education and outreach have reached over 14 million girls, educators, and families, making it
the most widely accessed girls STEM program available nationally.
About tpt
The mission of tpt is to enrich lives and strengthen our community through the power of media. As
one of the nations leading public media organizations, tpt uses television, interactive media, and
community engagement to advance education, culture and citizenship. Over its 50 plus year history,
tpt has been recognized for its innovation and creativity with numerous awards, including Peabody
awards and national and regional Emmys. For more information about tpt, visit our website at
www.tpt.org.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.
2014
PPG DONATES NEARLY $19,000 FOR
MILWAUKEE-AREA EDUCATIONAL
PROGRAMS

OAK CREEK, Wis., April 28, 2014 The PPG
Industries Foundation has donated nearly
$19,000 to four Milwaukee-area organizations
for educational programs. Each grant was
made on behalf of PPGs coatings
manufacturing facility in Oak Creek, Wis., and
represents PPG Industries (NYSE:PPG)
commitment to supporting local organizations
that provide needed resources in the
community.
The recent grants helped:
Milwaukee Area Technical College
provide manufacturing-related
education programs;
Oak Creek Public Library Foundation
enrich the librarys children and young
adult department;
Zoological Society of Milwaukee
provide education and enrichment
programs; and
Oak Creek-Franklin Joint School District send female middle-school students to an
engineering summer camp.
We hope this funding helps each of these organizations continue to offer unique educational
opportunities in the Oak Creek and Greater Milwaukee areas and expand their valued efforts, said
Jack Marshall, plant manager at PPG Oak Creek. PPG is pleased to support programs that directly
impact its communities, especially by exposing young people to different learning experiences and
helping train tomorrows workforce.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and
community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries' vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials

The PPG Industries Foundation has donated nearly $19,000
on behalf of PPG Industries coatings manufacturing
facility in Oak Creek, Wis., to four Milwaukee-area
organizations for educational programs. A $5,000 grant to
the Oak Creek-Franklin J oint School District funded
attendance for these 16 middle school girls at a four-day
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee STEM (science,
technology, engineering and math) camp.
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.

Bringing innovation to the surface is a trademark of PPG Industries Ohio, Inc.

2014
PPG DONATES MORE THAN $77,500
FOR PROGRAMS IN FIBER GLASS
PLANT COMMUNITIES
PITTSBURGH, March 31, 2014 The PPG Industries Foundation has donated more than $77,500
to 18 different organizations for educational and human-services programs on behalf of PPG
Industries (NYSE: PPG) fiber glass manufacturing facilities in the Carolinas. Each grant represents
the companys commitment to supporting local organizations that provide needed resources in the
communities where its employees work and live.
Six recent grants in the Shelby, N.C., area helped:
Destination Cleveland County provide materials and activities on local history and regional
music for education programs;
Cleveland County Schools Education Foundation provide scholarships for college-bound
high school seniors that achieve a 4.0 GPA or higher;
United Way of Cleveland County share support with a variety of local programs;
www.uwclevco.org
Cleveland County Arts Council sponsor and encourage cultural and educational activities;
Cleveland Community College coordinate with other organizations to put on the second
Making It Work Manufacturing & Engineering Fair for high school students, hosted at the
PPG Shelby plant; and
Cleveland County Family YMCA offer the Y Achievers national college-readiness program.
Seven recent grants in the Chester, S.C., area helped:
Clemson University and Chester County 4-H offer the Science on the Move program that
brings mobile science and technology education to different communities;
Communities In Schools of Chester County, Inc., continue to support efforts that keep kids in
school, off drugs and alcohol, and out of trouble;
Chester County Public Education Foundation provide funding for Chester County School
District student activities and scholarships;
Junior Achievement of Central Carolinas provide economic education to local students;
United Way of Chester County continue to support various community activities;
York Technical College Foundation offer summer externships for local teachers through the
Catawba Regional Education Center; and
Saluda Trail Middle School fund a student robotics team.
Five recent grants in the Lexington, N.C., area helped:
Davidson County Community College offer STEM Camp, a summer camp for rising 4th-8th
graders to develop their science, technology, engineering and math skills;
Fairgrove Family Resource Center provide support to a variety of local programs;
Pastors Pantry continue targeting senior hunger;
United Way of Davidson County continue to provide support to various community activities;
and
Communities In Schools of Lexington, N.C., support efforts to keep kids in school, off drugs
and alcohol, and out of trouble.
Each of these organizations does great work offering opportunities and support for students and
others in these PPG plant communities, and we hope this funding will help them continue and
expand their valued efforts, said Sue Sloan, executive director, PPG Industries Foundation. PPG is
pleased to support organizations that directly impact its communities, especially through programs
that expand learning options for youth who will become tomorrows leaders and members of these
communities workforces.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and
community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Net sales in 2013
were $15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For
more information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.



2014
PPG DONATES MORE THAN $52,000
TO EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS IN
PITTSBURGH AREA
Funding supports science, sustainability, entrepreneurship and library programs

PITTSBURGH, Feb. 24, 2014 The PPG
Industries Foundation recently donated more
than $52,000 to seven organizations for
education-related initiatives in the Greater
Pittsburgh area, where the company maintains
its global headquarters and several facilities.
The grants highlight PPG Industries
(NYSE:PPG) commitment to supporting its
local communities and align with the PPG
Industries Foundations priority of increasing
educational opportunities.
The recent grants funded:
National Museum of Education In
Partnership for Americas Future Inc.
providing 42 public schools in suburban
Pittsburgh with the Science Screen
Report (SSR) DVD series
PGSS Campaign Inc. for the
Pennsylvania Governor's School for the
Sciences summer program at Carnegie
Mellon University
Reading Is FUNdamental Pittsburgh
continuing the Books for Keeps
Science Program in the Wilkinsburg
School District
Keystone Science Schools Students
for Sustainable Cities program for
educators
Girl Scouts of Western Pennsylvanias participation in National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend
with events in Pittsburgh and Erie, Pa.
Springdale Free Public Librarys participation in the Library Place at Pittsburgh Mills, which it
operates with the Community Library of Allegheny Valley
Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh (CLP) programs for CLP - Books and More! (CLP-BAM!) and
CLP Teen Services Outreach

The PPG Industries Foundation recently donated more
than $52,000 to seven organizations for education-related
initiatives in the Greater Pittsburgh area, where PPG
Industries (NYSE:PPG) maintains its global headquarters
and several facilities. For one of these grants, the
foundation donated $5,000 to Girl Scouts of Western
Pennsylvania as presenting partner of the first-ever
National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend events in Pittsburgh
and Erie, Pa. Here, PPG Industries Foundation Executive
Director Sue Sloan (center) joins local Girl Scouts for a
National Girl Scout Cookie Weekend event at PPG Place in
Pittsburgh.
Were happy to support these national and locally-based organizations in bringing positive impact to
education in the Pittsburgh region, said Sue Sloan, executive director, PPG Industries Foundation.
Supporting access to programs and resources such as these for students, teachers and the general
community will help provide children in the community with better, more engaging learning
experiences.
Established in 1951, the PPG Industries Foundation demonstrates the values of PPG Industries by
enhancing the quality of life in communities where the company has a presence. Interests of the
foundation, in order of priority, are education, human services, culture and arts, and civic and
community affairs. PPG also supports charitable causes by encouraging employees volunteerism
and board service with nonprofit organizations. For more information, visit www.ppgfoundation.com.
PPG: BRINGING INNOVATION TO THE SURFACE.
PPG Industries vision is to continue to be the worlds leading coatings and specialty materials
company. Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in
industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance
more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. Founded in 1883, PPG has global
headquarters in Pittsburgh and operates in nearly 70 countries around the world. Sales in 2013 were
$15.1 billion. PPG shares are traded on the New York Stock Exchange (symbol: PPG). For more
information, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPGIndustries on Twitter.