Congratulations to our 2023 PCHF Scholarship Recipients! Thank you to the PCHF’s Board Scholarship Committee for your work in selecting our new recipients. Each of these students exemplifies rigorous academic study, involvement in their school community, and volunteerism. We wish them the best as they continue on their path to excellence. Sarah Grabowy, a senior […]
Beginning with the 2023 annual grant cycle, we will make the following changes to our grantmaking. Annual Grant Cycle Organizations that apply for a grant under our strategic goal related to mental health and substance abuse services will need to attest that those services are researched-backed and delivered or overseen by someone with a clinical license […]
This year’s theme of “Celebrating women who tell stories” is an opportunity to listen to the diverse voices in our community. Every story is important and teaches us how to understand differences. Let’s continue to offer space, and respect to all voices that make this community stronger. Women’s History Month is a celebration of […]
Each year the Association for the study of African American Life and History,(ASALH), chooses the theme for Black History Month. The theme for 2023- Black Resistance When Carter G. Woodson established Negro History week in 1926, he realized the importance of providing a theme to focus the attention of the public. The intention has […]
In September, we awarded more than $1.4 million in grants to 44 nonprofit organizations that provide health and human services to the greater Phoenixville community. These organizations represent a wide range of services and populations served. Our grantees include nonprofits that provide housing, food and emergency assistance, counseling and mental health supports, youth enrichment programs, […]
PCHF wants to congratulate our 2022 Champions of the Community! Jan Perez Bonilla Adina Rowan Brad Peterson Karin Williams We had over 20 nominations from community members this year. Our Board Nominee committee had a tough conversation to select our final Champions. We look forward to celebrating our past Champions, 2022 nominees, and 2022 Champions at our […]
October is Domestic Violence Awareness month.- Information from Phoenixville Patch Article on 10/3/2022 Domestic Violence Center of Chester County-The center’s goal is to promote a culture where everyone is safe, empowered and free from domestic violence, Dr. Dolly Wideman-Scott, the center’s CEO, said. The goal of our Domestic Violence Awareness Month campaign is to reach […]
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures, and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, and Central and South America. The 2022 theme is “Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation,” to honor the cultures and contributions of both […]
The Phoenixville region is known for its volunteerism and commitment to the community. Many people right in the heart of our community do this everyday. The last several years of Covid-19 have only seen more community members step up to help their neighbors. The Foundation is searching for people who set the example and who […]