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Neighbors Oppose Plans to Expand Havertown Recovery Home
Savage Sisters Recovery is hoping to expand an addiction recovery home at 17 Tenby Road in Havertown, writes Jesse Bunch and Aubrey Whelan for The Philadelphia Inquirer. That idea isn’t sitting too well with some of the neighbors living in the quiet Havertown neighborhood. The nonprofit approached Haverford Township’s Zoning Hearing Board this spring with…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation Hosts Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit Today, May 9
Today, May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation is hosting its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit is at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester). The Foundation invites all donors, philanthropists, corporate givers, and nonprofits to drop in from 8:00 AM-5:30 PM to learn how to make the most of…
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FirstBank Charitable Foundation To Host Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit May 9
On May 9, the FirstBank Charitable Foundation will present its pioneering event in philanthropy, the Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit. The Summit will be held at the Chester County History Center (225 N. High St., West Chester), and registration is free but requested. The Better Giving for Greater Impact Summit begins at 8:00 AM with a Nonprofit…
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Greystone Elementary’s 5th Grade Class Walks with The Arc of Chester County
The 5th grade students at Greystone Elementary School, in the West Chester Area School District, recently stepped up and laced up to make a difference in their community by organizing and participating in a Mini-Bubble Walk fundraiser to benefit The Arc of Chester County. This initiative was organized as part of Greystone’s S.O.C.K.S Day (Serving…
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5 Philadelphia-area Nonprofits Get Donations From Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott recently made major contributions to 361 nonprofits nationwide. Of the more than 300 nonprofits, 11 are based in Pennsylvania, including five that have operations in Philadelphia, writes Daniel Urie for Penn Live. One is Bread & Roses Community Fund, a funder of grassroots organizing for racial, social, and economic justice in the…
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Glen Mills Owner of 9 Newfoundlands Works on Mom’s Therapy Dog Dream
Mackenzie Makatche is a Delco dog mom of nine Newfoundlands who documents her pet parenting journey for more than 37,000 followers on Instagram, writes Stephanie Farr for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Mackenzie Makatche and her mom conspired to bring more Newfoundland dogs into their family. “She really wanted to start a therapy organization to visit people…
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The Lincoln Center: Cultivating Emotional Resilience in Children
Children love a good hero story. Sometimes, hero stories start with an unfortunate event, and sometimes, they have very ordinary beginnings. Yet all heroes, like all children, encounter some measure of adversity in life. The impact of hardship on kids’ lives is often unpredictable. Many youth overcome a problematic home life to find a healthy…
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Power Home Remodeling Joins as Presenting Sponsor for Delco Gives Day
Delaware County first-ever Delco Gives Day, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County on May 8-9, now has a presenting sponsor–Power Home Remodeling (“POWER”). “POWER has called Delaware County our home for the last 19 years, and in that time, we have challenged ourselves to live our purpose and help realize the potential of this…
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TLC Wellness: The Power of Storytelling in Family Bonding
Stories are everywhere in our daily lives. They pop up on our phones, TVs, and in our conversations, filling our days with endless tales and adventures. But here’s the thing: even though we’re constantly surrounded by these stories, most of them don’t stick around. They come and go as quickly as the latest trend, and…
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Saint John’s Hospice To Celebrate 60 Years of Serving Philadelphia’s Homeless
Saint John’s Hospice (SJH), a ministry of Catholic Social Services of the Archdiocese of Philadelphia and one of Philadelphia’s leading providers of residential and day services for individuals and families experiencing homelessness, is celebrating 60 years of serving the community. The celebration will culminate in a special 60th anniversary gala on Thursday, Apr. 18, at…
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Arc of Chester County and Sedona Taphouse Partner for National Disabilities Awareness Month
The Arc of Chester County is a leading advocacy organization and provider of a lifetime of programs and services for individuals with disabilities and their families. Every year, the month of March is designated as National Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month. During the month of March, The Arc of Chester County is partnering with Sedona…
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Philly Nonprofit That Helps Pregnant Women Facing Homelessness To Establish City’s First Maternity Safe Haven
Cleopatra Herrera Robinson formed a nonprofit, A Home From Shana Foundation, after her best friend Lashana Gilmore passed away while giving birth. Since forming the nonprofit, she has worked to address the concerns of Black mothers in Philadelphia, writes Rayna Reid Rayford for Essence. As someone who has worked at an emergency intake shelter, Robinson…
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Simple Steps to Wellness: An Introductory Guide to Behavioral Activation
For those living in cold weather climates, the winter months statistically bring an increase in depression and decreased motivation. This can lead to increased conflict within relationships, dissatisfaction with daily routines, and decreased enjoyment of otherwise simple pleasures. This article will look at Behavioral Activation (BA), a well-documented treatment for depression that’s been found to…
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New Delaware County Community Center Focuses on LGBTQ Youth
A new LGBTQ Delaware County community center in Upper Darby opened Feb. 10 that focuses on LGBTQ youth and the BIPOC communities, writes Nate File for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The center, the first of its kind in Delaware County, was established by the Upper Darby social justice nonprofit UDTJ (Understanding, Devotion, Take Action and Justice).…
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Former Philadelphia Zoo CEO Vik Dewan Sets Sights On Increased Charitable Giving to Nonprofits
After he stepped down from the position of Philadelphia Zoo CEO, Vik Dewan has set his sights on obscure funds in an attempt to increase charitable giving, writes Kristen Mosbrucker-Garza for WHYY. When he was tapped to be the zoo’s CEO in 2006, Dewan had no educational or professional background in wildlife preservation or animal…
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Aldan Boosters Mark 100 Years of Service to the Community
The Aldan Boosters, which began during Prohibition as a fraternal social club, is celebrating 100 years of doing community services, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. The organization was created on Jan. 10, 1924, quickly evolving from a social club to one with a mission to make Aldan the best place in Delaware…
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Generosity Helping to Build an Inclusive Playground at The Arc of Chester County
As part of its 70th Anniversary Campaign, The Arc of Chester County is making incredible progress toward its goal to renovate its inclusive playground constructed 24 years ago. Thanks to generous grants from the Edith L. Trees Charitable Trust, Crystal Trust, individual donors, and an Arc Family fundraising effort, The Arc has raised nearly $190,000…
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Unlocking Children’s Happiness: The Impact of Supportive Relationships
The World Economic Forum published a summary of a 2020 UNICEF study that ranked children’s happiness by country based on mental well-being, physical health, and academic and social skills. Some surprises emerged from the results. European countries performed best overall, accounting for 18 of the top 20 spots. National wealth was not an indicator of…
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