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October 14, 2020
(West Chester, PA – October 14, 2020) – Local community leader Robert E. Rigg, CIC, CPCU, CLU has been named an Emeritus Board Member of the Chester County Community Foundation. The title “Director Emeritus” honors those retiring directors who have made outstanding contributions to the growth and success of the Community Foundation. Partner of Rigg-Darlington Group, Bob is an active community volunteer and philanthropic leader. Since 2008, Bob has been a friend and passionate supporter of the Community Foundation. He ... View Article
October 14, 2020
(West Chester, PA – October 13, 2020): Each year the Chester County Community Foundation grants the Door Opener Award to a professional advisor who brings legacy philanthropy to the attention of their clients and colleagues. The Community Foundation is pleased to spotlight Anthony Morris, Esq. as this year’s Door Opener. He will be recognized at the virtual 26th Annual Meeting on October 26th for his distinguished efforts in opening doors to legacy philanthropy. CEO Karen Simmons explains, “Part of the ... View Article
October 13, 2020
New Procedures Help Patients Overcome Benign and Malignant Colon and Esophageal Disorders (PHOENIXVILLE, PA – October 7, 2020) – – diverticulitis, For individuals in Chester and Montgomery counties, Phoenixville Hospital now offers an innovative robotic-assisted surgery approach, not available at any other hospital within 50 miles, to treat a range of gastrointestinal conditions and diseases such as colon cancer, esophageal cancer, and swallowing disorders. “Robotic-assisted surgery represents a new chapter in gastrointestinal surgery,” said Stefanie Haynes, DO, Tower Health Medical ... View Article
October 12, 2020
(West Chester, PA – October 9, 2020): Recognizing the importance of the nonprofit sector to the high quality of life throughout the region, the Chester County Commissioners approved the allocation of $3.5 million to help Chester County nonprofits recover from the impact of COVID-19. The Restore Chester County: Nonprofit Innovation & Resiliency Fund will be administered by the Chester County Community Foundation, with input from regional funders, United Ways, and Chester County government departments.\ This funding is made possible by ... View Article
October 6, 2020
Pennsylvanians Must Wear Masks, Social Distance, Follow Established Local Restrictions Harrisburg, PA – As Pennsylvanians continue to do their part by adopting healthy behaviors to combat the spread of COVID-19, today Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine amended existing COVID-19 orders to allow for adjusted capacity to gathering limits while keeping in place the proven mitigation tools that include wearing masks and maintaining social distancing. “Pennsylvanians must continue to social distance and wear masks as we prepare ... View Article
