Philanthropy
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Former Senator Dinniman Raises $112,000 for Diversity Initiatives on Anniversary of Fredrick Douglass Speech
Former State Senator Andrew E. Dinniman has surpassed his goal of $100,000 to create the Dinniman Together Fund: Diversity Inclusion & Equity Endowment at West Chester University (WCU). The focus of the fund is to promote diversity and equity through a renewed emphasis on our common humanity. This announcement coincides with the anniversary of the…
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So How Generous Are We These Days in Delaware County?
Last May, about eight months ago, Delaware County ranked as the third most generous place in Pennsylvania, just behind Montgomery and Chester Counties, according to SmartAsset. So how are we doing now? According to an updated SmartAsset report, despite inflation and an unpredictable economy, we are holding steady when it comes to generous giving. Last…
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Kindness Put Mike Kovtonuk of Ridley at Eagles-Giant Game
Michael Kovtonuk,a 12-year-old from Ridley Park was in the stands Saturday for the Eagles-Giants playoff game because of an act of kindness, reports Fox 29 News. Kovtonuk happened to see a woman drop her keys while he was walking home with two others from school during a recent rainstorm. “I kind of felt bad because…
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Donation Honors Dr. Trout, Victim of Springfield Mall Shooting
Dr.Trout, a Springfield doctor who died from the Springfield Mall attacks of 1985 was remembered recently when an anonymous donor gave $15,000 for emergency equipment to Springfield police, writes Pete Bannan for the Daily Times. E. Earl Trout was a beloved physician injured Oct. 30, 1985 when Sylvia Seegrist, who suffered from a mental health…
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Penn State Brandywine to hold a week of events to honor Martin Luther King Jr.
The Center for Social Impact at Penn State Brandywine is hosting MLK 2023 from Jan. 16-19 to honor the late Martin Luther King Jr. The week will consist of different volunteering, connecting, and learning opportunities for the Penn State community to take part in, both virtually and in person. MLK 2023 commemorates the 60th anniversary…
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CCRES Helps Foundation in Annual Chester Toy Drive
CCRES in Downingtown recently donated toys and volunteered its’ time to help in the toy drive of the Andrew L. Hicks Jr. Foundation, a CCRES grant recipient. Sharon King and Chrisi Lockwood from the CCRES leadership team volunteered at the toy drive, helping the Hicks Foundation fill multiple truckloads of toys. CCRES is a sponsor…
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Delco Yarn Collection Gets to Ukraine-Helping Grandma
The Delaware County community is keeping one grandmother, Galyna Grigoriyevna, in yarn and helping to deliver gloves and socks to orphans and soldiers in Ukraine, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS Philadelphia. Every Christmas, Paul Kostyukov from Springfield presents a gift of yarn to his grandmother, Galyna Grigoriyevna. This year, though, was extra special. “I’m moving…
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Penn State Great Valley Celebrates Giving Tuesday Success
Penn State Great Valley’s GivingTuesday campaign was a great success, with 21 donors contributing $2,010 to support Great Valley’s Sustainability Committee. The effort was part of a record-breaking Giving Tuesday across the University. Comprising of faculty and staff, the committee works on initiatives that promote and support a green and sustainable campus. The group’s work is guided by…
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Upper Darby ‘Elves’ Bring Holiday Joy to Elementary Students
Over 600 donated toys found their way to children from six Upper Darby schools through Operation: Upper Darby Elves Collaborative Toy Drive. Thanks to some Upper Darby ‘elves’ who also happen to be caring Upper Darby High School students, the toys were distributed on Saturday, Dec. 17. This is the second year for the toy…
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Food Insecurity Is on the Rise in Delaware County
The pandemic continues to impact the lives of many Delaware County residents who face food insecurity and need more mental health service help than before the pandemic began, writes Kenny Cooper for WHYY. “I’m sure you can imagine that with the fact that everything — whether it’s the heating cost or food costs or housing…
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Upper Darby Gets 2nd Homeless Shelter as Need Rises
A new homeless shelter in Upper Darby is a “dream come true” for Stephanie Sena, a Villanova professor at the Villanova University Charles Widger School of Law, writes Alfred Lubrano for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Sena created the Breaking Bread Community shelter at a former daycare center in Upper Darby. The three-story, 4,000-square-foot shelter accepted 17…
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Media Woman’s Hospital Holiday Toy Donations Honors Her Mom
Julie Helner wanted to find a way to honor her mother, a Bryn Mawr Hospital nurse of 30 years who died in 2019, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “My mom loved the holidays. She literally would start shopping for Christmas in like January every year and we would have piles upon piles of presents,” said…
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First Resource Bank Provides $260,000 in Educational Funding to Local Schools, Organizations
First Resource Bank recently donated $260,000 to local schools and organizations under Pennsylvania’s Educational Improvement Tax Credit (EITC) program. This is the bank’s 12th year participating in the program, which allows qualified businesses to transform tax dollars into scholarships and educational improvement opportunities, providing greater support for local students in need. Since 2011, First Resource…
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Attested by Attendees, Malvern Bank’s Gainful Giving Seminar Solidifies Philanthropic Ways of Aiding Others
Earlier this month, Malvern Bank hosted Laura Fredricks, an international consultant, speaker, and best-selling author, for its “Gainful Giving: A Charitable Giving Seminar.” Attendees included nonprofits, donors, and clients who wanted to learn more about different philanthropic giving vehicles, and how these vehicles can be used to make charitable gifts that may help for family…
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The Foundation for Delaware County Helps Local Family With Philanthropic Work
The Foundation for Delaware County channels much-needed funds from private and public sources to nonprofits and community groups that are helping meet the needs of Delaware County residents facing challenges and difficult times. Its recent annual report is loaded with facts and figures demonstrating how money is being used to build a better community here…
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Couple Donate $6 Million to Augustinian Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova
To support the underserved communities in need, Barb and Brian Riley of Chester County have donated $6 million to the Augustinian Province of Saint Thomas of Villanova, writes Holly Herman for Patch. The donation will establish the Barb and Brian Riley Fund for Mission and Ministry that will support friars and their ministries. “We are…
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Eagles Teammates Tackled Their Charity Holiday Vocal Challenge in a Conshy Recording Studio
By now, news of the release of A Philly Special Christmas — a holiday recording from Phila. Eagles with vocal chops that range from legit (Jordan Mailata) to that more enthusiasm-based (Jason Kelce) — have almost eclipsed the team’s present 11–1 record. What’s lesser known may be the charity project’s Montgomery County connection, as reported…
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WCU’s University Theatre Group to Present 23rd Annual AIDS Benefit Concert This Weekend
The student-led university theatre group at West Chester University presents the 23rd annual Broadway Cares/Equity Fights Aids Benefit Concert and Silent Auction. Performances are tonight, Dec. 9 and Saturday, Dec. 10 at 7:30 PM, and Saturday, Dec. 10 and Sunday, Dec. 11 at 2 PM. Performances are staged in the Mainstage Theatre at the E.O.…
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