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SCORE Virtual Workshop April 29 Looks at Business Strategies in the ‘New Normal’
SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties is hosting a free online workshop Wednesday, April 29, for businesses impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, “Strategy for Business Recovery in the New Normal.” The webinar, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., will be hosted by John Tooher, owner of Headroom LLC in Media, PA. HeadRoom supports entrepreneurs and startups, providing…
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From Delaware County: Free Pet Food Drive-Thru April 23 in Chester Township
The Brandywine Valley SPCA (BVSPCA) has teamed up with Terra Technical Services to hold two drive-thru pet food pantries to help families in need. Free pet food will be available at a drive-thru Thursday, April 23, 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Chester Township Municipal Building, 1150 Engle Street in Chester. A second drive-thru…
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Upper Darby Food Bank Offers a Lifeline to Those Devastated by Pandemic Economic Impact
The sudden number of unemployed caught off guard from the COVID-19 pandemic is swelling the ranks of people at the Upper Darby Food Bank, writes Maria Panaritis for The Philadelphia Inquirer. It’s seeing more people now, from all income levels, than it has in 30 years. New arrivals show up with empty bags at the…
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Local High School Senior Uses Talents to Help Older Adults
One month ago, Caeli Beatty was thinking about when she should begin shopping for prom dresses. Today, she gowns herself in a different type of clothing altogether. Around 10 AM on weekdays, Beatty carefully covers her hair with a ball cap, dons a face covering, and puts on latex gloves. She is preparing for the…
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This Isn’t Your Typical Grief: Part of the Pandemic We’re Not Talking Enough About
Right now, there is a lot for every one of us to grieve. Cancelled trips, baby showers, weddings, birthday celebrations. People have lost a paycheck and financial stability, time with loved ones, freedom and flexibility. You have the right to grieve, especially as the unknown time for social distancing gets lengthened. In this great article…
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SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties and SBA Hosting Daily Webinar on CARES Act, Debt Relief
With all of the information circulating on coronavirus-related legislation, small business owners and nonprofit leaders still have many questions regarding loans and the passage of the CARES Act. Join the Small Business Administration and SCORE Chester and Delaware Counties for a daily, no-cost webinar via Zoom to provide you with answers and help you understand:…
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The Foundation for Delaware County Awards Over $1 Million in Grants to Local Nonprofits
In its second major round of grantmaking, The Foundation for Delaware County, the largest public charity in Delaware County, announced $1,055,488 in grant awards to 52 area nonprofits. Grants were awarded in the following areas: Economic Stability: $55,000 Education: $300,000 Health and Healthcare: $597,779 Neighborhood and the Built Environment: $25,000 Community Based Grants: $50,000 Census…
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Surrey Continues to Care for Older Adults with Meals, Check-Ins, Virtual Programming
Surrey Services for Seniors, the Devon-based nonprofit, is continuing its care for older adults. Although its locations are closed, Surrey is finding new and different ways to help seniors with meals, wellness check-ins, and virtual programming to ease anxiety and social isolation. Grab and Go lunches – available at Devon, Havertown, and Media – ensure…
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Foundation for Delaware County to Set Up Special Fund to Help Non-Profits During Coronavirus Crisis
The Foundation for Delaware County is launching the Delaware County COVID-19 Response Fund to minimize the economic hardship and disruption of safety-net services in the community. It is expected that the COVID-19 pandemic will profoundly affect many vulnerable citizens and the nonprofits that serve them. The hope is the Fund will help offset the variety…
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Delaware County Animal Shelter Teams Up with Meadery to Promote Adoptable Dogs and Cats on Mead Cans
A Delaware County animal shelter has teamed up with a Lehigh Valley mead producer to add “pug” shots and other dog and cat images on the craft beverage cans, writes Max Bennett for patch.com. The Providence Animal Center in Media, the Colony Meadery and the Brandywine Valley SPCA will feature adoptable dogs and cats on…
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Tantira’s Story Celebrates Independence and a Successful Program at Child Guidance Resource Centers (Video)
When Tanitra first entered the Child Guidance Resource Centers’ CRR program in 1999, she couldn’t communicate or take care of her personal needs. She wasn’t taking her medication. She had no idea how to perform simple tasks like washing dishes. Making big changes to her life was a hurdle for Tanitra, but getting help from…
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Kim Fraites-Dow from Radnor Embodies the Girl Scout Mission as CEO of Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania
Having a daughter of her own drew Kim Fraites-Dow to the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania. Today, she is the CEO of the 55,000-member organization, which includes Delaware County, writes Lisa Dukart for Main Line Today. “So I was deeply interested in developing strong girls. Joining an organization that was regional and serving a community…
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Puppy Bowl Brings Us a Winning Champion–Kingery, From Media’s Providence Animal Center
Kingery, a 3-month-old boxer/American Staffordshire terrier mix from Media’s Providence Animal Center, was a winner at this year’s Puppy Bowl XVI on the Animal Planet Sunday, writes Anna Orso for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Kingery was on Team Fluff which earned the coveted “Lombarky” Trophy. It was one of three Philadelphia area dogs out of 40…
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Foundation for Delaware County Awards Over $30,000 to Local Nonprofits Promoting a Complete Count in 2020 Census
In the first of three rounds of grant making to encourage enrollment in the 2020 Census, The Foundation for Delaware County awarded six grants totaling $30,300 to area nonprofits. The grants will provide resources to ensure a complete and accurate census count for communities in Delaware County which are at risk of being under counted.…
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Child Guidance Resource Centers Participating in Play Without Boundaries Event Feb. 2 at Please Touch Museum
Child Guidance Resource Centers will be featured as a community partner at Play Without Boundaries Feb. 2, 9 to 11 a.m., at the Please Touch Museum in Philadelphia. Play Without Boundaries provides a relaxed environment for individuals with autism, learning differences, and other sensory or communications needs. The museum will provide a quiet experience for…
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She Honors Her Deceased Brother’s Legacy With a Mission to Help Veterans
Ryan Manion wanted to carry on her brother’s legacy. First Lt. Travis Manion lost his life in service to his country. He wrote the words, “If not me, then who,” before he deployed to Iraq, writes Chase Millsap for wearethemighty.com. Today, the Travis Manion Foundation lives that sentiment through its mission “to empower veterans and…
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Child Guidance Resource Centers Reaps Rewards From February Reuseable Bag Sales at Havertown Giant and Acme
During February, Child Guidance Resource Centers will be the recipient of give back programs at an Acme and Giant supermarket in our community. This will be the second time Child Guidance has been chosen for this honor at the Giant store, 116 W. Township Line Road in Havertown, joining the Giant Bags 4 My Cause…
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Meet Kingery: He’s Delco’s Representative at This Year’s Puppy Bowl XVI on Animal Planet
Delco’s sending a furry representative to this year’s high-profile Puppy Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday Feb. 2, writes Max Bennett for patch.com. Kingery, a 13-week old Boxer-American Staffordshire Terrier mix, will be on Team Fluff’s starting lineup. The puppy will represent the Providence Animal Center in Media . The non-profit animal shelter is also sending…
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