Thursday, August 2, 2012
Marple Newtown High School sophomores raised $2,813 for their annual community service program Project 10.
NEWTOWN SQUARE–The final count is in. Marple Newtown High School's recent sophmore class (Class of 2014), raised $2,813 as part of the sophomore class's annual community service event. Project 10 is an annual community service event held each year in the spring, where the sophomore class comes together to raise money for a selected charity of their choice. The goals for the project are: service, class unity and tradition. On the day of the event, students participate in a Walk-A-Thon and participate in a class unity event on the high school's football field. Teachers Elizabeth Landes and Christine Roy are the class advisors. This year, three organizations were selected to benefit from the $2,813, total amount raised. Those included: This …
Friday, December 9, 2011
Help keep an adult or child warm and happy this holiday season by donating to a coat or toy drive in the area.
The hustle and bustle of the holiday season is well underway. The lights are brightly shining, the Christmas trees are well-adorned, determined shoppers are on the hunt for bargains, and people are celebrating with family and friends. Sometimes, we get so wrapped up in, well, the wrapping, and all the other details, it’s easy to lose sight of the spirit of the season. Helping out someone else in need and putting a smile on a child’s face are a few ways we can do our part this year. Coat and clothing drives, as well as toy collections, are happening throughout Delaware County. Patch recommends some ways that you can lend a hand, and make this holiday a special one for your neighbors in need. Delaware County Courthouse Operation Warm One …
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Hand & Stone Spa
1991 Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA
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Friday, December 17, 2010
In lieu of gifts this year, consider giving instead to these local charities suggested below.
In this frenzied season of giving, sometimes it's easy to lose sight of what matters most. Sure, gloves, a gift certificate, or fruit basket might be the perfect thing for those on your Christmas list. But if you're looking for a gift that means even more, consider donating to a local charity in someone else's name. Many charities will offer to send your recipient a special acknowledgement or certificate notifying them of your generosity. But if you want to add an extra special personal touch, give your friend a card or a gift-wrapped box with a note explaining why you thought this particular charity would be so meaningful. And when it comes to meaningful charities, there are plenty to choose from. To help you find local causes to fit …
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Broomall Fire Company
10 N Malin Rd, Broomall, PA
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Marple Township Police Department
225 S Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA
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Newtown Public Library
201 Bishop Hollow Rd, Newtown Square, PA
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Marple Public Library
Springfield Rd & Sproul Rd, Broomall, PA
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evelyn weiner
10:17 pm on Wednesday, February 9, 2011
A better choice for animal donations is PALS, they place as many cats in one year as the recommended pet charity has ever placed. www.palspets.org more ›