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Nov 02

2015 JORDAN AWARD LEGACY WINNERS ALICE AND ROD MOORHEAD

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West Chester, PA – (September 29, 2015):  The Jordan Legacy Award honors a lifetime of exemplary charitable leadership that ultimately makes a real difference in improving the quality of life in Chester County. This year’s recipients epitomize the mission of the Community Foundation to make philanthropic greatness have an effective and long lasting impact on the community.   Alice & Rod Moorhead will be the recipients of the 16th annual Jordan Award. The couple’s dedication to the welfare of our communities is exemplified by their leadership, hands-on participation, and charitable support of nonprofit causes in Chester County. While Alice gives… Read More »

Jun 29

Chester County Community Foundation Launches New Website

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The Chester County Community Foundation’s new website launched on July 1. According to Karen Simmons, President and CEO, the new website is the start of a brand refresh that will position the Community Foundation’s strategic vision for growing philanthropy in Chester County over the next decade, and beyond. The Community Foundation has successfully connected people who care with the causes that matter since 1994. “We have actively partnered with individuals, families, businesses and nonprofit organizations who believe that positive change occurs through effective charitable giving. Our improved website showcases legacy philanthropy”. -William Gallagher Esq., Board Chair. Staff at the Community Foundation,… Read More »

Gettysburg Address Contest 2014
Dec 05

A Historic Speech: The 16th Annual Gettysburg Address Contest

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As the nation celebrated the 151st Anniversary of the Gettysburg Address, 8 middle school students from local West Chester schools recited the speech with pride and tremendous poise. Despite a little rain, the students gave their speeches from the Lincoln Building balcony to the parade goers on the street below. Hosted by the Chester County Community Foundation and the Historical and Architectural Review Board (HARB), “each student did a great job delivering their speeches” commented Joe Martino, contest organizer. Michael Usilton, Sarah Guan, and Karsten Neal from Fugett Middle School, placed 1st, 2nd and 3rd respectively. Samantha Topka, Kristyn Usilton,… Read More »