Philanthropy
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Jefferson Health Receives ‘Transformational’ Gift from Bruce and Robbi Toll Foundation
Jefferson Health has received a gift from the Bruce and Robbi Toll Foundation the health system is calling “transformational,” writes John George for the Philadelphia Business Journal. The donation — the amount of which is being kept confidential — will be used to establish the Bruce and Robbi Toll Heart and Vascular Institute. According to…
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Downingtown Area School District Receives $150K Grant from West Pharmaceutical Services
Downingtown Area School District recently received a three-year, $150,000 grant from Exton-based West Pharmaceutical Services, a leader in innovative solutions for injectable drug administration, for the BRIDGES (Building Relationships in DASD to Grow Education) program, according to a staff report from The Daily Local News. The grant, facilitated by Downingtown Community Education Foundation, will also…
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Bensalem Native Runs Coast to Coast to Support Trafficking Victims
Bensalem native Andrew Linder is running from coast to coast by running to fundraise for victims of human trafficking, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. Linder is running from Santa Monica Pier, California to Central Park, New York City, wearing a 15-pound weighted vest. The initiative, named Pier to Park, began on March 1…
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Delco Gives a Huge Success With More Than $1.6M Raised for Nonprofits
The Foundation for Delaware County’s Delco Gives marathon raised more than $1.6 million in less than 24 hours to help nonprofits who had registered for the May 8-9 event, writes Justin Odo for KYW Newsradio. Foundation President Frances Sheehan said the Foundation had a goal of raising a few hundred thousand for about a hundred…
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Annual Comfort Kit Assembly by Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz Supports Local Cancer Patients
Barsz Gowie Amon & Fultz (BGA&F), a full-service accounting firm with offices in Media, Delaware County, and Chadds Ford, Chester County, partnered with the HEADstrong Foundation to make 180 comfort kits for cancer patients. The HEADstrong Foundation provides residential, financial, and emotional support to those whose lives have been impacted by cancer. One way they…
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United Way of Chester County, Brumbaugh Wealth Management Raise $105,000 to Fight Food Insecurity
United Way of Chester County’s third annual Chester County Stronger Golf Classic fundraiser was a grand success, which will allocate a remarkable $105,000 towards programs and services that support reducing food insecurity. The sold-out event brought together golf enthusiasts and community members who are passionate about making a difference in their local communities while enjoying…
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Chester County Mourns Loss of One of Its Faces of Philanthropy, Highland Township’s Robert McNeil
One of the faces of philanthropy in Chester County has died. Highland Township’s Robert McNeil, who founded the Chester County Food Bank in 2009 and whose impact extends well beyond the four million pounds of food that the CCFB annually distributes, died on April 13 at the age of 74 after a decade-long bout with…
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Mid Penn Bank Donates $50,000 to Habitat for Humanity
Mid Penn Bank recently presented a $50,000 donation to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery and Delaware Counties through the Pennsylvania Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP). The donation will be used to build four affordable homes for first-time homebuyers who qualify for the program. Regional President Jared Utz presented the check to Habitat for Humanity of Montgomery…
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A Mother’s Crusade: Raising Nearly $1M and Launching Bala Cynwood Nonprofit After Daughter’s Diagnosis
When the Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first gene therapy to treat metachromatic leukodystrophy, a fatal childhood inherited brain disease, Maria Kefalas was not bitter that the treatment did not arrive sooner to save her daughter, she writes for The Philadelphia Inquirer. “For me and other families of children who have MLD, the…
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Female Veteran and Entrepreneur Who Empowers Women to Live Healthy Lives Receives Payment-Free Car
Former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Erica Liermann, a Philadelphia native, has received a payment-free 2024 Toyota RAV4 XLE through the Military Warriors Support Foundation’s Transportation4Heroes program, in collaboration with Wells Fargo and the Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association. Liermann was presented with the car during a key ceremony last week at Dub Fitness, a women’s-only small…
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To Honor Her Mother, Perkasie Woman Turns Phillies Triumphs into Animal Welfare
A group of Phillies fans are finding a fun way to raise money in honor of a longtime fan and animal welfare advocate who passed away from cancer last year, writes John McDevitt for KYW Newsradio. Perkasie’s Beth Overmier has been a member of the Phandemic Krew, a robust baseball fan community. She is…
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Havertown Parents Run 340 Miles for Their Down Syndrome Son
Michael Mallick and Jenny Mallick of Havertown joined a 340-mile run March 21 from Los Angeles to Las Vegas to raise money for the National Down Syndrome Society. Their youngest son, Gregory, 9, was born with Down Syndrome, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. “Gregory is truly an amazing little guy and teaches me…
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Di Bruno Bros. in Wayne Partners with T&E Care, Donates Portion of Proceeds for Each Sale of Cast-Iron Pizza
Di Bruno Bros. in Wayne recently partnered with T&E Care, donating a portion of the proceeds for each cast-iron pizza sold. The final tally was a $1,000 donation for the local nonprofit that provides financial and other material assistance to local persons in need. T&E Care assists families residing in Tredyffrin and Easttown townships that are facing emergencies or challenging…
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Chester County Chamber Foundation Receives $100,000 Donation from American Water Charitable Fund
The Chester County Chamber Foundation (CCCF) has received a $100,000 charitable donation from Pennsylvania American Water. Through the Chamber’s partnership with Pennsylvania American Water, this donation will be used to support CCCF’s mission and goals, including the Youth Leadership Program (YLP). The Chester County Chamber Foundation is committed to supporting the mission of the Chester…
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Exton’s West Pharmaceutical Services Donates $400,000 to Eagles Autism Foundation
Exton-based West Pharmaceutical Services recently donated $400,000 to the Eagles Autism Foundation in support of its mission to advance autism research and care programs. Half of the investment will be a direct donation to the Eagles Autism Foundation and half will be as a presenting partner of the Eagles Autism Challenge, the Birds’ signature fundraising…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Gives Back to East Brandywine Fire Company with Donation of $10,000
Freedom Village at Brandywine has donated $10,000 to the East Brandywine Fire Company (EBFC) during its annual officer installation ceremony. This significant contribution highlights Freedom Village’s commitment to actively supporting the local community. The EBFC plays a vital role in the community, providing essential services such as responding to fire alarms and offering emergency first responders…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Gives Back in December
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior living community, dedicated the month of December to giving back to the local community. Through various initiatives, the residents and associates of Freedom Village demonstrated their commitment to helping those in need. Throughout the month, Freedom Village organized food and clothing drives to support the Chester County Food Bank…
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Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance Receives $500,000 to Continue Growing Greater
The Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance has been awarded $500,000 to build on the last five years of neighborhood plan implementation in the City of Coatesville. A total of $2,000,000 in Neighborhood Planning and Implementation Grants have been awarded by the foundation to 11 organizations throughout Pennsylvania, Delaware, and New Jersey. The Neighborhood Implementation Grants support comprehensive community…
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