What started more than a decade ago as a restaurant-driven fundraiser has grown into one of King of Prussia’s most impactful community traditions.
King of Prussia District recently presented Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia with a $67,020 donation raised during the 2026 KOP Cares Month campaign, bringing the initiative’s lifetime fundraising total to $563,136. Throughout April, more than 100 local businesses, schools, and community partners came together to support CHOP through special events, fundraising promotions, exclusive products, and family-friendly activities across King of Prussia.
Originally launched in 2015 as a Restaurant Week with a fundraising component, the initiative has evolved over the years into KOP Cares Month, a monthlong, community-wide campaign uniting local retailers, restaurants, service providers, and attractions in support of CHOP’s King of Prussia campus.
This year, 102 King of Prussia businesses participated through donation days, featured menus, special events, and CHOP Kid Creations, exclusive products developed in partnership with CHOP ambassador children. Community support also extended into local schools, with Upper Merion Area School District hosting a pajama day fundraiser on April 16.
In addition to business participation, King of Prussia District raised funds through an online raffle and concluded the campaign with the Block Party for CHOP at King of Prussia Town Center on May 2. The Block Party welcomed more than 1,200 attendees for an afternoon of games, entertainment, and raffles.
“KOP Cares Month was created by the community, for the community, and it continues to evolve based on the needs of those we serve,” said Eric Goldstein, President and CEO of King of Prussia District. “We’re incredibly proud of the impact this campaign has made and deeply grateful to our sponsors, participating businesses, and everyone who supported CHOP throughout the month.”
KOP Cares Month was presented by SERVPRO of King of Prussia and supported by AgileCat, AVE King of Prussia, Valley Forge Casino Resort, Valley Forge & Montgomery County, WSFS Bank, and Conlin’s Print.
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