Philanthropy
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Eagles Teammates Cut Their Charity Holiday Record in a Conshohocken Recording Studio
By now, news of the release of A Philly Special Christmas — a holiday recording from Philadelphia Eagles with vocal chops that range from legit (Jordan Mailata) to those more enthusiasm-based (Jason Kelce) — has 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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Montco Kindnesses Past: Tradition Sees Multi-Faith Volunteers Taking Christians’ Dec. 25 Work Shifts
A local charitable program that had Jewish volunteers work on Christmas day so Christians can spend the day at home was a resounding success since its inception in the late 1960s. Lou Perfido updated a 1987 Philadelphia Inquirer article about the practice in a 2019 edition. The local idea was formulated at Holy Redeemer Hospital…
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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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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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Aqua Donates $450,000 to Share Food Program, Launches Multi-Year Partnership to Fight Hunger
Share Food Program has announced a $450,000 donation through the Essential Foundation, the charitable giving arm of Aqua Pennsylvania, an Essential Utilities Company. The check was presented during an Aqua employee volunteer day and launched a new multi-year partnership to provide hunger relief for Delaware County residents served by both organizations. As Lead Sponsor, Aqua’s…
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Underground Railroad Stop Abolition Hall in Montco is Officially Preserved
A stone barn on a Plymouth Meeting farm used to play an important role in history, serving as a stop on the underground railroad. After years of developers trying to get their hands on the property —the place formerly known as Abolition Hall has been officially preserved. The place was owned by George Corson…
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MCCC Foundation to Host Fourth Annual Day of Giving Thursday, Dec. 8
The holiday season is the perfect time to support the future success of students at Montgomery County Community College by giving the gift of a donation. The college’s foundation is hosting the fourth annual Day of Giving on Founders’ Day, Thursday, Dec 8. This year’s goal is to raise $5,800 during this 24-hour challenge to…
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Horsham Baseball Field for Special Needs Gets Miracle Money
The Miracle Field of Horsham is getting half a million dollars to come to fruition. This project will develop the land at Deep Meadow Park in Horsham to a rubberized baseball field for players with special needs, writes Jon Campisi for the Hatboro-Horsham Patch. It was during its “Diamond Night” fundraiser that the office…
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Ambler Savings Bank Sponsors Inaugural ‘Do Better 4 Steve’ 5K with $5,000 Matching Grant
On Oct. 29,140 runners crossed the finish line at Wissahickon High School for the first ever Do Better 4 Steve Fearless 5K. All proceeds from the event go to disabled and disadvantaged kids in and around the Ambler and Wissahickon School District. Over $20,000 was raised from the runners, sponsors, and a $5,000 matching grant…
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Los Angeles Media Producer DIGs in to Give Thanks to Area Nonprofit Hobart’s Run
It’s a long way from Chester Springs, Pa., to L.A., but local native Grady Craig has made the journey there to become V.P. of Business Development and Operations at BondIt Media Capital (a film financing provider) and an Executive Producer at Buffalo 8 (a Santa Monica media company). Giving Back to Hobart’s Run But Craig’s…
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Malvern Bank Sponsorship of Ardmore Rock N’ Ride Helps Local EMS Provider
Malvern Bank was a sponsor of this year’s Ardmore Rock N’ Ride held on Aug. 20, 2022, in Ardmore. The annual event – a bike ride and music festival – raised funds to purchase a new ambulance to serve 150,000 community members in Lower Merion, Narberth, Haverford, Conshohocken, and West Conshohocken. “We couldn’t have reached…
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Plymouth Meeting Woman Featured in Powerful Portrait Series of Breast Cancer Survivors
A Plymouth Meeting resident was featured in a stunning portrait series of breast cancer survivors. New-York based jewelry designer Alexis Bittar told the women to dress up as if they were “going to an amazing party”, writes Pandora Amoratis for London’s The Daily Mail. Speech pathologist Abby Match was one of the survivors featured…
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Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation Donates $60,000 in Grants to Local Nonprofits
The Malvern Federal Charitable Foundation, the charitable arm of Malvern Bank, has made financial grants totaling $60,000 to 15 nonprofits. The grants were made possible in part through the proceeds of the foundation’s Charity Polo Match held on Sept. 25, 2022, at the Brandywine Polo Club in Toughkenamon, Pa. Proceeds benefited nonprofit organizations in Malvern…
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Meridian Bank Supports Opening of First All-Ages Community Center
While Meridian Bank offers a full range of banking services and specializes in commercial as well as residential loans, the bank is also an active member within the community that takes care to join in local events. Meridian Bank CEO Chris Annas participated in the ribbon-cutting ceremonies for the opening of the ACCESS Community Center…
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OceanFirst Bank Continues 120-Year Tradition With CommunityFirst Day Oct. 6
OceanFirst Bank continues a 120-year-old philanthropic tradition of helping its neighbors Thursday, Oct. 6, when it will close all of its branch locations at noon for CommunityFirst Day. The company-wide initiative will involve more than 900 bank employees, known as WaveMakers, this year. They will volunteer over 3,600 hours on service projects that will help…
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Jenkintown Noncash Asset Advisor on Odd Donations: Army Tank, Quarter Horse, Adult Bookstores…
As charitable donations, noncash assets such as possessions or property can be quite useful to their benefactors. When sold, the proceeds often support various causes of the donor’s choosing, which precipitates tax advantages to the donor. But as Karen DeMasters described in Financial Advisor Magazine some of those assets take a little creativity to market…
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Ambler Army Veteran Cultivates a Strong Community Through Gardening
Jeri “Momma J” Brockington has been cultivating strong relationships in her community by giving away the produce she grows in the garden of her Ambler home, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6ABC. Brockington spent two years in the Army after finishing school, but her commitment to service began earlier than that. She learned the importance of…
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6ABC: Congregants of Church in Souderton Make Sure No Kid Goes Hungry Over the Weekend
When Donna Halteman and other congregants of the Zion Mennonite Church in Souderton found out that some children at an elementary school just a few blocks away were going hungry on weekends, they immediately sprang into action, writes Beccah Hendrickson for 6ABC. In 2016, Donna Halteman founded the Bean Bag Program, which began by providing…
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