Philanthropy
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The Foundation for Delaware County Joins Pennsylvania Giving Pledge
The Foundation for Delaware County has joined forces with 40 Pennsylvania community foundations to launch the PA Giving Pledge, a statewide campaign to inspire Pennsylvanians to leave at least 5 percent of their estates to help future generations. The newly announced PA Giving Pledge is sponsored by the Pennsylvania Community Foundation Association (PACFA). It aims…
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Elkins Park-Based Heroic Gardens Helps Veterans Heal Through Horticulture
Collie Turner combined her love of gardening with pride in her grandfather’s military service to create Heroic Gardens, an Elkins Park-based mental health nonprofit that helps veterans heal through horticulture, writes Racquel Williams for KYW Newsradio. “I was very close to my grandfather, and he served in World War II,” she said. “He was a…
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Delco Gives Registration Now Open for Nonprofit Sign-ups
Nonprofits wishing to receive funds donated during the second annual Delco Gives Day May 8-9, 2025 can now register. Delco Gives Day is hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County with Power Home Remodeling as the presenting sponsor. The event is a unique opportunity for Delaware County residents to support the nonprofits that tirelessly serve…
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Bryn Mawr Mother of Son Serving Life Sentence, Named Volunteer of the Year by Pennsylvania Prison Society
Virginia Wyne Hammond, a Bryn Mawr family therapist whose son is serving a life sentence for murder, has been honored as Volunteer of the Year by the Pennsylvania Prison Society, writes Lynette Hazelton for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Hammond and her husband, Wade III, a Philadelphia teacher moved to Bryn Mawr from West Philadelphia in 1977.…
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Learn How to Include Charitable Giving in Estate Planning at Jan. 14 Presentation
Interested in learning how to include charitable giving in your will or estate plans? Find out how by registering for the second in a free four-part educational series on estate planning that helps you expand your knowledge of the basics. You can register here. The virtual presentation will take place Tuesday, Jan. 14, at noon.…
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11 Area Nonprofits Receive $22K in Foundation Associates Board Grants
The Foundation for Delaware County has awarded more than $22,000 in grant awards to 11 area nonprofits through the Foundation’s new Associates Board Community Grants Program. The Associates Board of The Foundation for Delaware County is comprised of young professionals committed to making positive change in Delaware County. Grants were awarded to the following organizations:…
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Roslyn’s Patricia O’Donnell Bakes Goods to Support People Experiencing Homelessness
Patricia O’Donnell makes and distributes delicious baked goods to people experiencing homelessness, writes Jon Caroulis for Billy Penn at WHYY. The Roslyn resident came up with the idea eight years ago, shortly after losing her job at age 71. While walking along Philadelphia’s Market Street, she noticed people living on the streets and began to think about how she…
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Abington Middle Schooler Amelia Fletcher Brings Relief and Fun to Children in Kensington
Abington’s Amelia Fletcher is just 14 years old and making a big difference in Kensington, writes Courtenay Harris Bond for the Philly Voice. Fletcher volunteers with the Everywhere Project, a non-profit that helps Philadelphians in need. Working in Kensington, Fletcher often saw children waiting in boredom while their parents received meals. This inspired her to…
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Kylie Kelce Covers Costs So Students Can Visit Eagles Stadium
Kylie Kelce sponsored a Philadelphia teachers’ Eagles Stadium class field trip after learning that many of the seniors could not afford the cost of the tour, writes Athena Sohan for People Magazine. A local Philadelphia teacher posted on TikTok Dec. 16 asking for help to cover the cost of the planned field trip. The teacher…
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2nd Annual Delco Gives Day Coming in May From the Foundation for Delaware County
With the overwhelming success of the inaugural Delco Gives Day last May, the philanthropic community event returns again on May 8-9, 2025. Power Home Remodeling (POWER) is again this year’s presenting sponsor of the event. “Delco Gives Day is more than just a fundraising event; it’s a celebration of generosity and community spirit,” said Adam…
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Volunteering Abroad: WilmU Law Professor Veronica Finkelstein Trains Nigerian Lawyers
While working in Nigeria, more than 5,000 miles from home, attorney Veronica Finkelstein experienced many memorable moments — including power outages. “I was inspired by the way lawyers in Nigeria roll with the punches. The electricity goes out, and they don’t even flinch. They just turn the flashlight on, on their phone, and keep going,” says Professor…
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Foundation for Delaware County Highlights 2024 Successes in Annual Report
The local impact made by The Foundation for Delaware County was evident in its just-released annual report for fiscal year 2024, as it follows through on its “Making More Good Possible in Delaware County” theme. The Foundation, created in 2016, is the largest grantmaking philanthropy in Delaware County offering support and resources to nonprofits, with…
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Rylie’s Rescue in Skippack Welcomes Dozens of Rescue Dogs from Bahamas
Dozens of dogs rescued from the Bahamas were flown to Rylie’s Rescue in Skippack, where they are being cared for as they await to find their forever homes, reports Lee Anne Kayati for 6abc. A total of 41 dogs were brought in from the Bahamas Humane Society. “The dogs down in the Bahamas don’t have a…
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Prospect Park Church’s Struggle Could Impact Delco Helping Hands Nonprofit
Prospect United Methodist Church in Prospect Park, home to the food bank Delco Helping Hands, has run out of money and may soon close, jeopardizing the food bank, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS Philadelphia, as reported in MSN. Pastor Sterling Eaton said it costs $10,000 year just to heat the church in winter. “When it…
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IKEA Completes Small Home Project to Help Combat Affordable Housing Crisis
IKEA, headquartered in Conshohocken, alongside WestEast Design Group & Social Impact Studio, has completed a 365 sq ft Small Home for Towne Twin Village, San Antonio’s first single-site permanent supportive housing project. The home, built using sustainable materials, embraces trauma-informed design (TID) principles to foster healing, minimize re-traumatization risks, and enhance well-being. “Our vision of…
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Collegeville ‘Mombies’ Perform ‘Thriller’ Dance for Unite for HER
Decked out in full zombie makeup, Collegeville ‘mombies’ took to the streets on Monday night to perform Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller dance and raise money for a West Chester-based charity, reports 6abc. Local moms busted out some serious moves to help raise both awareness and funds for “Unite for HER,” a charity providing support to…
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Iacobucci Formal Wear in Havertown Collects for Hurricane Helene Relief
Iacobucci Formal Wear in Havertown has stepped up to help Bruce McClay and his wife Sherry provide relief to victims of Hurricane Helene, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS News Philadelphia. The small business has been collecting donations like food, water, batteries, diapers and chainsaws to donate to Hurricane Helene survivors after hurricane winds and rain…
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Doylestown Dad Pedals 4,600 Miles for Ronald McDonald House in Honor of Daughter
Doylestown dad Jeff Bekos has made his way back to Philadelphia after pedaling 4,600 miles and raising $600,000 for Ronald McDonald Houses along the way, reports 6abc. He visited 26 of the charity’s locations throughout the country and reached his final stop at the Ronald McDonald House in University City on Monday. Bekos’ inspiration for…
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