Philanthropy
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King of Prussia District’s Annual Dining and Shopping Events Raise More Than $72,000 for CHOP
King of Prussia District, in partnership with presenting sponsor SERVPRO of King of Prussia, recently presented a donation of $72,110 to Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. The contribution — representing a 25 percent increase from the previous year — is the second largest in the campaign’s history and was made on behalf of the restaurants, retailers,…
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Wynnewood’s Sunrise Day Camp Gives Kids with Cancer a Chance to Enjoy Typical Camp Activities
Sunrise Day Camp at the Kaiserman JCC in Wynnewood, over seven weeks each summer, is a true ray of light for children battling cancer and their families, writes Nydia Han for 6abc. The free summer camp provides kids living with the often deadly disease with the opportunity to do typical camp stuff, including swimming and…
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Germantown Academy’s Jianna Kim Carries Family Legacy as Special Olympics Volunteer
Germantown Academy senior Jianna Kim is continuing a family legacy through her volunteer work with Special Olympics Pennsylvania, according to a staff report from 6abc. Kim’s grandfather brought the program to South Korea, inspiring in his granddaughter a passion for helping individuals with special needs discover the joy of sports. She began working directly with…
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Steven DeLong’s Fundraisers Connect Conshohocken with Eagles Autism Foundation
When Steven DeLong’s son Bradley was diagnosed with autism at age 3, the Conshohocken resident found himself overwhelmed — but not alone, writes Gabriela Carroll for the Philadelphia Inquirer. After attending an Eagles Autism Foundation event where Bradley became overstimulated, a stranger’s kind gesture reminded him of the power of community. That moment stuck with…
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Glenside Mom’s Egg Hunt Fundraiser Cracks $1,700 for Cystic Fibrosis Research
Glenside mom Grace Jenkins turned plastic eggs into real impact this Easter, writes Erin McCarthy for the Philadelphia Inquirer. Jenkins organized her first-ever Egg My Yard fundraiser to support the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation — and the response from the Montgomery County community was nothing short of egg-cellent. Inspired by another CF mom across the country,…
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Main Line Fashion Week Returns to Bryn Mawr, Celebrating Style and Neurodiversity
This Saturday, Bryn Mawr brings the runway back to the Main Line Fashion Week, and for a good cause, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. The one-hour fashion show doubles as a fundraiser to support neurodiverse students at Hill Top Preparatory School. Hill Top will host the event from 8 to 9 PM. Spearheaded by…
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Paws and Affection’s “Cocktails for Canines” Returns for a Night of Food, Fun, and Furry Friends
Paws and Affection is gearing up for its annual Cocktails for Canines event on Saturday, April 26 at the Cynwyd Club in Narberth, and it’s shaping up to be a night to remember. This year’s event embraces a black-and-white theme inspired by the nonprofit’s playful panda logo, a clever nod to its acronym, “PandA.” It’s…
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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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Montgomery County Teams with Nonprofit to Launch Short-Term Shelter in Lansdale
Montgomery County officials and nonprofit leaders gathered in Lansdale to kick off plans for a new short-term housing facility, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. The facility aims to support people experiencing homelessness. Located at 1107 E. Main Street, the former office space will be transformed into a shelter with wraparound services, thanks to a…
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Norristown Food Pantry Reopens After Significant Transformation
The Salvation Army Norristown Corps celebrated the reopening of its food pantry with a ribbon-cutting after a major transformation, report Miguel Martinez-Valle and Cherise Lynch for NBC10 Philadelphia. The pantry has been revamped to help more families that are struggling with food insecurity by providing them with nutritious food. Located at 533 Swede Street, the…
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King of Prussia’s Restaurant Week & Shops for CHOP Aim to Raise Funds for Children’s Hospital
The King of Prussia District is gearing up for its annual KOP Restaurant Week and KOP Shops for CHOP, writes The Reporter. The event benefits the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia’s (CHOP) King of Prussia Campus. KOP Restaurant Week runs from March 3 to March 14, offering two-course lunches ($20-$30) and three-course dinners ($30-$50) at participating…
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New Hanover’s John Curcio Takes on Last 100-Mile Ride for YMCA Charity
New Hanover resident John Curcio is preparing for his final 100-mile “arm biking” fundraiser on Wednesday, March 5, at the Spring Valley YMCA. A dedicated staff member and longtime member of the YMCA, John Curcio has used his annual ride to raise funds for the Y’s Annual Campaign, which provides free or discounted memberships, childcare,…
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Narberth Nonprofit Stress Relief Outlet for People with Cystic Fibrosis
Take A Breather Foundation, a Narberth-based nonprofit, provides much-needed stress relief outlet for individuals living with cystic fibrosis, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. Its mission is to try and give recipients a break from the daily challenges of their illness, often by having special events which can include offering a ticket to an Eagles game,…
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Hatboro-Horsham Students Honor Teacher’s Late Sister Through Acts of Kindness
When Kristina Ulmer, an English teacher at Hatboro-Horsham High School, lost her sister Kate Amodei in a tragic 2014 car accident, she sought a way to honor her memory, writes Brea Dangelo for The Reporter. In 2018, she found it—through her students. Kate had dreamed of joining the Peace Corps and dedicated her life to…
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Philadelphia’s Muhammad Abdul-Hadi is Committed to Dismantling Social and Economic Barriers
Muhammad Abdul-Hadi is a Philadelphia entrepreneur and author whose commitment to dismantling social and economic barriers for others, writes Leigh Green for PA Eats. His success has occurred through an unconventional path. Abdul-Hadi is the founder and owner of Down North Pizza. He opened the Strawberry Mansion pizzeria during the thick of the pandemic, and…
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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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Jake’s Baristas: A Mission-Driven Coffee Shop Empowering Teens and Adults with Special Needs
Jake’s Baristas is more than just a coffee shop nestled within Vinyl Closet Records in Norristown. It’s a community hub for teens and adults with special needs to gain vital work experience and skills. Owners Angela and Jason McFarland started the enterprise to channel their autistic son Jake’s passion for coffee into a meaningful opportunity.…
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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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