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Join FirstBank Charitable Foundation’s Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit 2025
The FirstBank Charitable Foundation will host its second annual Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit on May 7 from 9:00 AM-4:30 PM at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester). The Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit (BG4GI) brings together everyone who cares about making a difference — donors, foundations, businesses, and nonprofit…
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The Arc of Chester County Partners with Penn State Great Valley in Speaker Series and Step Challenge
The Arc of Chester County, a dedicated champion for individuals with disabilities and their families, is proud to partner with Penn State Great Valley for a dynamic lineup of events this spring. These initiatives, including a powerful speaker series and a step challenge, highlight the importance of advocacy, inclusion, and community involvement. As the non-profit…
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The Lincoln Center: Encouraging Teen Independence and Responsibility
Teen firsts–milestones or significant events that mark a beginning or an introduction to something new–hold tremendous importance as they shape our understanding, skills, and perceptions, even laying the foundation for future growth and development. Some firsts we remember with fondness, some with embarrassed laughter, and some we’d like to forget. Young people happily hear Grandpa…
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The Lincoln Center: The Unexpected Gift of Embarrassment
“That was so embarrassing!” Just say the word, “embarrassing,” and everyone has a memory of something that instantly comes to mind. It is a shared human experience. It could be a face-plant in front of a middle-school crush, a remnant of food in one’s teeth discovered hours after the meal was enjoyed, or spilled coffee…
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Elwyn dedicates Young Adult Residential Treatment Facility
Elwyn had a ribbon cutting March 3 opening a Young Adult Treatment Facility on its Media campus, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The residential program, set to begin at the end of March, is the first of its kind in Delaware County designed to offer treatment services for those between 18 and 26…
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Arc of Chester County Represented at VISTA NextGen Superstars
The Arc of Chester County is being honored as this year’s non-profit beneficiary of VISTA NextGen Superstars. The nonprofit will be represented at a May 8 Awards Reception and Celebration at the Penn State Great Valley Conference Center. It’s also partnering with Penn State Great Valley on a series of upcoming events. VISTA NextGen Superstars…
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The Lincoln Center: Building Financial Literacy in Teenagers
Unexpected expenses can quickly add up throughout the year, making financial literacy an essential skill for everyone. If managing money is challenging for adults with significant financial experience, imagine how crucial it is for teenagers who are just beginning to navigate personal finances. They will be responsible for handling school and consumer debt, savings, informed…
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Delco Nonprofit Celebrating 50 Years of Improving Adult Literacy
The Delaware County Literacy Council is celebrating five decades of improving adult literacy in the Delaware County area, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The nonprofit organization has helped approximately 20,000 adults improve their writing, reading, language, and math skills since their founding in 1975. Colleen Duran, the council’s executive director, said their…
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Arc’s Community Partnerships Highlight National Disabilities Awareness Month
The month of March is National Disabilities Awareness Month. It is a time to promote inclusion, advocate for equal opportunities, and celebrate individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Arc of Chester County is honoring this month with special community partnerships and events to raise awareness and support for this vulnerable population. Despite progress, individuals…
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Maximizing LinkedIn for Nonprofits: Tips to Find Volunteers & Boost Engagement
LinkedIn isn’t just for job seekers and businesses — it’s also a powerful tool for nonprofits to connect with potential volunteers, board members, and supporters. Whether you’re recruiting for National Volunteer Month in April or need help year-round, LinkedIn and social media platforms can significantly expand your nonprofit’s reach. Here are some strategies to leverage…
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Nonprofit in Wayne Celebrates 50 Years of Supporting Women and Girls
Over the last 50 years, the Women’s Resource Center of Greater Philadelphia has worked to help local young girls and women, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. Since its creation, this nonprofit organization has provided aid to women struggling with difficult life transitions such as divorce, the passing of a spouse, or job loss.…
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Peter’s Place in Radnor Provides a Safe Place for Grieving Children
Peter’s Place,” a nonprofit in Radnor, reaches out to grieving children and families, giving them a safe place to express their grief, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The nonprofit was founded after the sudden death of 10-year-old Peter Morsbach. “We will all experience grief at one point in time. And really what we are doing…
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The Gift of Growth: How to Start a Growth Journal for Your Child
Parenting can feel like time stands still in the moment, but looking back, the time between infancy and high school graduation feels like a flash. So many tiny moments of epiphany and growth that feel unforgettable at the time, somehow get lost in the noise of life. A growth journal can be a powerful and…
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The Foundation for Delaware County Hosts Feb. 8 Pickleball Tournament to Benefit Local Nonprofits
The Foundation for Delaware County’s Associates Board, in partnership with the Community YMCA of Eastern Delaware County, is hosting a Charity Pickleball Tournament, benefiting Delaware County nonprofits. The tournament takes place Feb/ 8 at the Springfield YMCA. The competition will include brackets for beginner, intermediate, and advanced players. This is a coed, round-robin tournament. Check-in…
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Nurturing Creative Minds Through Holistic Education
In today’s tech-centric educational environment, a holistic education through creativity and hands-on activities often seem overshadowed by screens and standardized tests. However, a growing movement within the academic world is bringing a renewed focus on hands-on activities, crafts, and problem-solving skills. This shift in education emphasizes the importance of engaging students in practical, tactile experiences…
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Valley Forge Tourism Raises Monetary Equivalent of 154,000 Pounds of Food
The Valley Forge Tourism & Convention Board’s (VFTCB) 10th Annual Fall Freedom from Hunger Drive collected the monetary equivalent of 154,188 pounds of food ($12,849). “We love to see local businesses step up to serve and give back to their community,” said Rachel Riley, Vice President of Marketing and Communications for the VFTCB, and a Board…
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Philadelphia Red Cross Workers Head to Los Angeles to Assist Those Affected By Wildfires
Disaster relief workers from the Red Cross in New Jersey and Pennsylvania have been deployed to assist the population that has been affected by the wildfires in Los Angeles, write Tim Jimenez and Mike Dougherty for KYW Newsradio. Two wildfires have claimed five lives so far and forced 130,000 people under evacuation warnings. “Just the…
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Nonprofit 2025 Impact Grant Proposals Now Being Accepted
The Foundation for Delaware County has opened its 2025 Impact Grants competitive grantmaking cycle.. This is in addition to its second annual Delco Gives nonprofit registration opening on Jan. 6. For the 2025 Impact Grants cycle, the Foundation will consider awarding grant funding to organizations that address several of the Social Determinants of Health, including…
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