Philanthropy
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Delco Gives Day Rapidly Approaches, With 285 Nonprofits on Board
Delaware County will celebrate its first-ever Delco Gives Day on May 8-9. More then 285 nonprofits have signed up to participate in the inaugural giving day. Hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County, this 24-hour county-wide celebration of giving invites donations to nonprofits via delcogives.org on May 8-9. The event will culminate with a celebration of…
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Chester County Mourns Loss of One of Its Faces of Philanthropy, Highland Township’s Robert McNeil
One of the faces of philanthropy in Chester County has died. Highland Township’s Robert McNeil, who founded the Chester County Food Bank in 2009 and whose impact extends well beyond the four million pounds of food that the CCFB annually distributes, died on April 13 at the age of 74 after a decade-long bout with…
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Julia Rae Gives Back to CHOP With Gifts to Young Patients
Julia Rae is a successful professional singer and actress from Delaware County but there was a time when she was a young patient being treated for cystic fibrosis at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS Philadelphia. Now the former patient is back at the hospital, but this time, she’s easing the lives…
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Female Veteran and Entrepreneur Who Empowers Women to Live Healthy Lives Receives Payment-Free Car
Former U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Erica Liermann, a Philadelphia native, has received a payment-free 2024 Toyota RAV4 XLE through the Military Warriors Support Foundation’s Transportation4Heroes program, in collaboration with Wells Fargo and the Tri-State Toyota Dealers Association. Liermann was presented with the car during a key ceremony last week at Dub Fitness, a women’s-only small…
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Havertown Parents Run 340 Miles for Their Son With Down Syndrome
Michael Mallick and Jenny Mallick of Havertown joined a 340-mile run March 21 from Los Angeles to Las Vegas to raise money for the National Down Syndrome Society. Their youngest son, Gregory, 9, was born with Down Syndrome, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. “Gregory is truly an amazing little guy and teaches me…
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Father-Son Duo Out of Wallingford Made 7,000 Meals for the Hungry
Bill and Matt Peck, both parishioners at Saint John Chrysostom in Wallingford, prepared over 7,000 meals in 2023 for people in the Philadelphia region facing food insecurity, writes Gia Myers for Catholic Philly. Bill, at 95, is in the parish kitchen four days a week by 4 AM. His son Matt, 63, soon joins him. …
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Di Bruno Bros. in Wayne Partners with T&E Care, Donates Portion of Proceeds for Each Sale of Cast-Iron Pizza
Di Bruno Bros. in Wayne recently partnered with T&E Care, donating a portion of the proceeds for each cast-iron pizza sold. The final tally was a $1,000 donation for the local nonprofit that provides financial and other material assistance to local persons in need. T&E Care assists families residing in Tredyffrin and Easttown townships that are facing emergencies or challenging…
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Four ‘Game Changer’ Sponsors on Board for Delco Gives Day
The Foundation for Delaware County announces four Delco Gives Day sponsors are on board for the May 8-9, 2024 event. These game-changer sponsors are Aqua, Brinker Simpson, Independence Blue Cross, and Visit Delco. Delaware County is celebrating its first-ever Delco Gives Day, hosted by The Foundation for Delaware County, on May 8-9. “We are thrilled…
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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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The Foundation for Delaware County Announces New Strategic Plan
A new Foundation strategic plan has been unveiled for the years 2023-26. This comprehensive roadmap for The Foundation for Delaware County charts an ambitious course for the Foundation and introduces large-scale collaborative philanthropic efforts, including the launch of Delco Gives Day scheduled for May 8-9. The Board and Steering Committee enlisted Meghan McVety from Capacity…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Gives Back to East Brandywine Fire Company with Donation of $10,000
Freedom Village at Brandywine has donated $10,000 to the East Brandywine Fire Company (EBFC) during its annual officer installation ceremony. This significant contribution highlights Freedom Village’s commitment to actively supporting the local community. The EBFC plays a vital role in the community, providing essential services such as responding to fire alarms and offering emergency first responders…
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Penn Receives Nearly $84 Million Gift — Largest Donation In the School’s History
The University of Pennsylvania’s School of Arts and Sciences recently received its largest gift in the institution’s history, writes Ryan Mulligan for Philadelphia Business Journal. P. Roy and Diana Vagelos donated $83.9 million to Penn’s School of Arts and Sciences, shattering the school’s previous record of $50 million, also donated by the Vageloses, in 2019.…
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More Than 110 Nonprofits on Board So Far for Delco Gives Day
Since Jan. 3, 110 Delaware County nonprofits have registered for Delco Gives Day for a chance to reap the benefits of a 24-hour online and in-person giving marathon slated for May 8 and 9. Delaware County leaders expect to see that number double by the time Delco Gives Day arrives, writes Kathleen E. Carey for…
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Springfield Lacrosse Team Is ‘Shovel-Ready’ When Snow Needs Arise
The Springfield High School lacrosse team is kind of like a snow superhero. Whenever it snows, and you can’t leave your house, they are there to shovel you out. The team has created an initiative to help shovel for those who can’t shovel themselves, writes Sharifa Jackson for 6abc. After Friday’s snowstorm, there were several…
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This Year’s D’Dummers Day Parade in Ridley Park Benefitted Brynn Greg, 7
Mummers, the Ancient Order of Hibernians, and the Ridley Park community gathered together last weekend for the Fourth Annual D’Dummers Day Parade, writes Peg DeGrassa for the Daily Times. This year’s parade benefitted Brynn Gregg, 7, of Springfield, who has been battling B-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia for two-and-a-half years. The Sabold Elementary School second-grader was…
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Foundation: Nonprofit Registration for Delco Gives Day Now Open
The Foundation for Delaware County announces the launch of Delco Gives, a community giving initiative designed to unite residents, businesses, and organizations in a collective effort to support Delaware County’s nonprofit sector. Delco Gives Day, happening May 8-9, 2024, promises to be a county-wide celebration of generosity, unity, and shared purpose. It’s a unique opportunity…
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Kids Bullied for Shoes or Clothes Now Have a Sneaker Ally
Growing up as an immigrant, Dr. Claudio V. Cerullo has seen his share of bullying. Now he’s doing something to help others who go through the same thing, writes Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. Cerullo founded “Sneakers for Smiles” in Aston to bring new sneakers to victims of bullying. He’s reached over 1,000 victims and those…
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Freedom Village at Brandywine Gives Back in December
Freedom Village at Brandywine, a senior living community, dedicated the month of December to giving back to the local community. Through various initiatives, the residents and associates of Freedom Village demonstrated their commitment to helping those in need. Throughout the month, Freedom Village organized food and clothing drives to support the Chester County Food Bank…
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