Delaware County will celebrate the second annual Delco Gives, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County (the Foundation), on May 8-9, 2025. With more than 270 nonprofits signed up, this county-wide giving day is a powerful opportunity to support the organizations that serve and strengthen our community every day.
Last year, over 9,600 donors raised over $1.7 million for nearly 300 nonprofits during the inaugural Delco Gives. This year’s event will conclude with a free, family-friendly celebration of Delco’s community spirit and generosity at Rose Tree Park (5 to 7:30 PM) on Friday, May 9. The community is invited to join the festivities.
The celebration at Rose Tree Park will feature family-friendly activities, including games, music, food trucks, beer and wine from local vendors, and more. iHeart Radio’s Buster will be broadcasting live, and Jason Martinez from FOX29 will be the emcee. More than 100 nonprofits will be in attendance. The Foundation will announce the final Delco Gives amount raised at 7:00 p.m.!
“Delco Gives is a powerful reminder of what makes our community special—people and businesses coming together to support the nonprofits that strengthen Delaware County every day. We invite everyone to join us to celebrate the organizations making a real difference right here at home, said Frances Sheehan, President of The Foundation for Delaware County.
Sheehan added, “If you or your employees are looking for ways to get involved, we welcome volunteers to help make Delco Gives a success.”
A full list of volunteer opportunities can be found here.
What is Delco Gives?
Through an online giving platform, Delco Gives encourages the community to explore and donate to a diverse range of Delaware County nonprofits. Participating organizations range from those focused on the arts, education, and healthcare to other causes, including animals, veterans, the environment, seniors, and more.
See profiles of the nonprofits.
In 2024, the median donation was only $30, proving that every gift counts. All proceeds will go directly to participating nonprofits. Every donation will be matched with bonus funding from the Foundation and generous sponsors, making each contribution go further. Bonus funds are based on the number of donors to each organization, not the number of dollars. Additional cash prizes sponsored by local businesses are also awarded throughout May 8-9, 2025.
Several Local Businesses Sign On for Delco Gives
Delco Gives reflects the generosity and heart of our community—and local businesses are stepping up in a big way. From bonus funding to cash prizes, their support helps amplify every donation. Leading the charge is presenting sponsor Power Home Remodeling (POWER), which is kicking off the closing celebration with a flag football tournament at Rose Tree Park.
Additional sponsors include:
Aqua, an Essential Utilities Company, Boeing, Brinker Simpson & Company, Citadel Credit Union, Comcast, Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority, Fulton Bank, Harrah’s Philadelphia, Franklin Mint Federal Credit Union, Hamilton Family Charitable Trust, the Haverford Trust Company, Independence Blue Cross, Laborers’ District Council of Philadelphia, Baltimore, Washington & Vicinity, National Realty Corporation, PECO, Philadelphia Union, State Farm – Ed Hanway, Team Toyota of Glen Mills, TD Bank, N.A., Visit Delco, Wawa, WSFS Bank, Wilbur C. and Betty Lea Henderson Foundation, and more.
Help Make an Impact!
Delco Gives is the largest charitable giving event in Delaware County—a prime opportunity to elevate your brand, engage a broad audience, and showcase your commitment to the community. Sponsorships and cash prize contributions help incentivize participation and directly support local nonprofits.
To learn more about how your business can sponsor Delco Gives, reach out to Laura Sindoni: [email protected]
Learn more about Delco Gives and how you can get involved.
The Foundation for Delaware County is the largest grantmaking philanthropy in Delaware County.
The Foundation offers support and resources for nonprofits of every size, helps generous people give with more impact, brings together funders, nonprofits, and elected officials to address critical community problems, and responds to major challenges and crises as they arise.
In addition to grant funding, the Foundation operates the Center for Nonprofit Excellence to strengthen Delaware County’s nonprofit community through training workshops and peer learning opportunities. The Foundation encourages philanthropy by connecting donors to worthy causes through efficient charitable giving vehicles like donor-advised and scholarship funds.
To learn more, visit the Foundation at www.delcofoundation.org and follow them on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X at @DelcoFdn.
