Let Your Legacy Make A Difference.

The Chester County Community Foundation connects people who care with the causes that matter, so their philanthropy makes a difference now & forever. The Community Foundation brings together donors and beneficiaries of charitable funds to create lasting legacies that truly make a difference.

We currently manage over 400 different charitable funds in the form of family foundations, nonprofit endowments, field of interest funds, and scholarships. To learn more about our funds click here. The Community Foundation grows legacy philanthropy. For Good. Forever. 

WE REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE ~ Adrienne (Donaghue) Gallagher

April 2, 1940 ~ April 9, 2022

Adrienne Marie Donaghue Gallagher was a proud wife, mother, grandmother, sister, aunt, and friend. Everyone who met her instantly fell in love. She will be remembered for her vibrant zest of life, generous spirit, matriarchal leadership, caring ear, open heart, and infectious smile. In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in memory of Adrienne to The Griffin Fund at Chestnut Hill College or the the KACS Food Cupboard. Click here to read the full obituary. 

WE REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE ~ Rose Kalogredis

April 20, 2022

 Rose was a loving, caring and always smiling individual. She was always happy in the moment, and nothing made her happier than her family. She positively impacted the lives of many people. She will be missed. But she will not be forgotten. Memorial gifts may be made to the Building Fund at St. George Greek Orthodox Church. Click here to read the full obituary.

Rose’s son Bill and his wife Stephanie have a fund at the Community Foundation – the Vasilios J. Kalogredis & Stephanie Pahides Kalogredis Foundation.

WE REMEMBER AND CELEBRATE ~ John A. Allegretto

October 25, 1960 ~ April 15, 2022

John Allegretto passed away at the age of 61 near his home in Rancho Mirage, CA. He was a beloved father, friend, neighbor, and businessman. The Allegretto Family Charitable Fund was created in his memory. 

“Do not pray for easy lives. Pray to be stronger men.
Do not pray for tasks equal to your powers. Pray for powers equal to your tasks.”

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Join us at Chair’s Choice to honor Michael DeHaven, CPA as Outgoing Board Chair, welcome Winifred Moran Sebastian, Esq. as Incoming Board Chair, and celebrate Community Foundation leadership.

Join us on Zoom at 12 (noon) the third Tuesday of the month January through June 2022 to view TED Talks and engage in lively discussion. Help envision a more equitable community where all can flourish. 

The Cultural Alliance of Chester County (CACC) increases awareness and promotes the creative sector as an integral part of economic and social development. CACC’s mission is to to elevate the profile of Chester County’s arts & cultural sector.

The Chester County Community Foundation received accreditation by the Community Foundations National Standards Board for philanthropic excellence in March 2019. This accreditation represents the Chester County Community Foundation’s commitment to upholding federal and state law requirements of accountability to communities, policymakers, and the public.

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