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Chester County Community Foundation to host Chair’s Choice (WEST CHESTER, PA – June 4, 2024): The Chester County Community Foundation honors Outgoing Board Chair Winifred Moran Sebastian Esq. and welcomes Incoming Board Chair Zebulun Davenport Ed.D. at its Chair’s Choice Reception on Thursday, June 13. Guests are invited to Radley Run Country Club to enjoy delicious food, wine and beer, beautiful sights, and wonderful company, while also celebrating Community Foundation board leadership. An attorney with Lamb McErlane at its Oxford office, Winnie practices Business, Municipal and Zoning, Real Estate, Trusts and Estates, Wills, and Probates. Throughout her term as Community… Read More »

Friday, May 24 at 5:30 p.m. Contact: Jason Arbacheski TERF Administrator office@terfusa.org  (610) 696-2628 WHO: The Thoroughbred Education and Research Foundation (TERF) is hosting its first Soiree for Safety, a festive evening of education, food, fun, and entertainment. The event will include a special presentation on equine safety given by Scott Palmer, VMD, Equine Medical Director, New York State Gaming Commission and Adjunct Professor, Cornell University College of Veterinary Medicine and TERF Trustee.  A proud supporter and co-founder of TERF, Ellen Moelis, is the chair for this event and has contributed a variety of luxury items and fine art from her… Read More »

CC250 to Host Planning Summit at Thornbury Farm (WEST CHESTER, PA – April 22, 2024): With the nation’s 250th anniversary fast approaching, it’s time for Chester County organizations, neighborhoods, and individuals to get ready. CC250 will host a community planning summit on Friday, June 7 at Thornbury Farm in West Chester from 8:30 – 12:30. Attendees will have the opportunity to meet local legislators and discuss how their organizations and groups can present interactive, inclusive, compelling experiences to commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, throughout 2026.  The morning commences with an overview… Read More »

WEST CHESTER, PA – April 1, 2024: The Neil Joines Fund of the Chester County Community Foundation is pleased to award $24,000 in grants to ten organizations for Arts & Culture. The Neil Joines Fund was created in honor of Neil Joines who passed away from pancreatic cancer on November 1, 1992. Joines was passionate about his community and included his philanthropic interests in his will. He stated three purposes of his charitable trust: 1) to expose the Kennett community area to a diverse sample of cultural opportunities, 2) to ensure that piano, art and drama competitions be continued for… Read More »

MEDIA ADVISORY FOR TUESDAY, MARCH 5, 2024 WHO: Chester County Community Foundation (CCCF) WHAT: Chester County’s finest dessert chefs showcase their delectable creations at the Chester County Community Foundation’s annual dessert competition, Sweet Charity WHERE: Whitford Country Club, 600 Whitford Hills Rd, Exton, PA 19341 WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 at 4:00 p.m. WHY: Business people, community leaders, and friends are invited to celebrate the Chester County Community Foundation at their annual Sweet Charity dessert competition and fundraiser. Guests will network, taste, and judge their favorite desserts. Participants include Cakes & Candies by Maryellen, Cookie Dope, Delaware County Community College,… Read More »