Philanthropy
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Hiway Theater, Jenkintown Landmark for 111 Years, Launches Fundraiser for Facade Repairs
For 111 years, the Hiway Theater has stood as a cornerstone of entertainment in Jenkintown, writes Dino Ciliberti for the Patch. The iconic borough staple features various events throughout the year, from its Sci-Fi Film Festival to classic movies to holiday movies. Now, the theater needs support to continue operating, as its facade requires repairs.…
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Roslyn’s Patricia O’Donnell Bakes Goods to Support People Experiencing Homelessness
Patricia O’Donnell makes and distributes delicious baked goods to people experiencing homelessness, writes Jon Caroulis for Billy Penn at WHYY. The Roslyn resident came up with the idea eight years ago, shortly after losing her job at age 71. While walking along Philadelphia’s Market Street, she noticed people living on the streets and began to think about how she…
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Montgomery County SPCA Overhauls Leadership Following Scandal and Mismanagement
The Montgomery County SPCA has completely overhauled its management structure, writes Max Marin for the Philadelphia Inquirer. The animal shelter removed most of its top managers and adjusted its board following an investigation exposing high euthanasia rates and dangerous conditions despite $67 million in assets. The board’s new president, Art Howe hopes to restore trust…
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Abington Middle Schooler Amelia Fletcher Brings Relief and Fun to Children in Kensington
Abington’s Amelia Fletcher is just 14 years old and making a big difference in Kensington, writes Courtenay Harris Bond for the Philly Voice. Fletcher volunteers with the Everywhere Project, a non-profit that helps Philadelphians in need. Working in Kensington, Fletcher often saw children waiting in boredom while their parents received meals. This inspired her to…
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Spring City Family Supports Community Through Food, Clothing Pantry
A Spring City family is continuing their community support work through their food and clothing pantry, You Are Worth It (YAWI) Community Outreach, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Adina Rowan Nelson originally began the idea in 2018 at her home. Nelson provided over 1,000 peanut butter and jelly sandwiches to her local community out of…
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Devon Horse Show Continues Bryn Mawr Hospital Partnership with Huge Donation
The Devon Horse Show made a sizable donation to Bryn Mawr Hospital during a celebratory check presentation on December 6, writes Max Bennett for the Patch. CEO and Chairman of the Devon Horse Show, Wayne W. Grafton joined co-chairs Debbie Martin and Beth Previti to present the $375,000 check. Recipients in attendance were Barbara Wadsworth,…
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Pottstown Animal House Project Helps Pets with Families Facing Financial Struggles
Animal House Project in Pottstown offers support and resources to families struggling to afford care for their four-legged companions, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. The initiative provides people with necessities for their pets, including food, brushes, and toys. “Animal House Project operates a companion and rescued pet food pantry,” said Marybeth Yannessa, board president of…
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14-Year-Old Cancer Survivor from Abington Hosts Donation Drive to Support Teens at CHOP
After receiving cancer treatment at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, 14-year-old Chloe Winters is paying it forward with a heartfelt donation drive for other teens facing similar challenges. Winters, a freshman at Abington High School, was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia in October 2023 and, in May 2024, underwent a stem cell transplant from her brother…
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‘Keep Upper Merion Beautiful’ Campaign is High Schooler’s Mission to Cleanup Hometown
Michael Bugler, a senior at Archbishop Carroll High School in Wayne, has taken matters into his own hands to keep his community clean by starting the “Keep Upper Merion Beautiful” campaign, reports Nick Iadonisi for 6abc. “The objective of the project is to clean up the township, tell people as well as companies the ways…
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Montgomery County Adds Code Blue Shelters to Support the Homeless in Upcoming Cold Season
Montgomery County is increasing efforts to support residents experiencing homelessness this winter, adding four new “Code Blue” shelters, writes Rachel Ravina for The Reporter. Along with existing facilities, these will provide 186 beds across Lansdale, Norristown, Pennsburg, Plymouth Meeting, and Pottstown. “This proposed budget includes $2 million in operating expenses to increase the number of…
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IKEA Completes Small Home Project to Help Combat Affordable Housing Crisis
IKEA, headquartered in Conshohocken, alongside WestEast Design Group & Social Impact Studio, has completed a 365 sq ft Small Home for Towne Twin Village, San Antonio’s first single-site permanent supportive housing project. The home, built using sustainable materials, embraces trauma-informed design (TID) principles to foster healing, minimize re-traumatization risks, and enhance well-being. “Our vision of…
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Glenside’s Bridget Tarnowski Runs the NYC Marathon for a Cause
Bridget Tarnowski of Glenside ran the New York City Marathon on November 3 to raise funds for 261 Fearless, Inc., a global non-profit organization that empowers women through running, writes Ryan Genova for Glenside Local. Tarnowski ran her first New York City Marathon after completing her inaugural marathon in Philadelphia last year. She is a…
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Navy Veteran Lew Hansen Continues to Serve Bucks County Through Operation Old Glory
Lew Hansen, a retired Navy veteran, Comcast technical operations supervisor, and flag ambassador for Operation Old Glory replaces worn U.S. flags across Bucks County, writes Michele Haddon for Philly Burbs. Operation Old Glory, launched by Comcast’s Veterans Network Employee Resource Group in 2017, began in Delaware and has expanded nationwide. It empowers Comcast employees, many…
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Prospect Park Church’s Struggle Could Impact Delco Helping Hands Nonprofit
Prospect United Methodist Church in Prospect Park, home to the food bank Delco Helping Hands, has run out of money and may soon close, jeopardizing the food bank, writes Madeleine Wright for CBS Philadelphia, as reported in MSN. Pastor Sterling Eaton said it costs $10,000 year just to heat the church in winter. “When it…
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Mitzvah Circle Prepares to Serve Thousands of Families with New Lansdale Facility
Mitzvah Circle, a nonprofit dedicated to meeting the basic needs of families in crisis, celebrated the grand opening of its new facility in Lansdale, writes The Reporter. The facility will enable Mitzvah Circle to mobilize over 4,000 volunteers and assist more than 300,000 people annually, providing essentials such as clothing, soap, diapers, and period products.…
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Collegeville ‘Mombies’ Perform ‘Thriller’ Dance for Unite for HER
Decked out in full zombie makeup, Collegeville ‘mombies’ took to the streets on Monday night to perform Michael Jackson’s iconic Thriller dance and raise money for a West Chester-based charity, reports 6abc. Local moms busted out some serious moves to help raise both awareness and funds for “Unite for HER,” a charity providing support to…
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WSJ: Manoj Bhargava, Hill School Grad Turned Billionaire Commits to Philanthropy
Manoj Bhargava, founder of 5-Hour Energy and graduate of The Hill School in Pottstown, has committed much of his fortune to philanthropic efforts, writes Margot Patrick for The Wall Street Journal. He is particularly aimed at helping those in need in India. After dropping out of Princeton University in the 1970s, Bhargava spent time in…
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Victoria Nedza Empowers Others with Disabilities, Speaking at Schools and Capitol Hill
After finally receiving answers about her own condition, Bucks County mom Victoria Nedza has become an advocate for people with disabilities, reports Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. “I have Limb-Girdle Muscular Dystrophy, and it’s a progressive, muscle-wasting disease,” said Nedza. “Over 20 years it took me to get a diagnosis. After being diagnosed, I found real…
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