Girls First

The Share the Plate recipient for June is Girls First, a tuition-free afterschool program for students in 1st-4th grade. Social and emotional learning skills are taught through arts lessons (dance, music, drama, art). Services are delivered with a trauma-informed approach in Norristown, Philadelphia, and Chester. Share the Plate includes the plate collection on the second […]

Chester Community Coalition

The Share the Plate recipient for May is the Chester Community Coalition, which provides trauma-informed support services to families directly affected by violence  in Chester and Delaware Counties. They offer case management, and training services through a diverse, culturally competent, well-trained, and dedicated team, with a commitment to client-centered care and community-informed decision making. Share […]

Worthy Now Prison Ministry Network

The Share the Plate recipient for April is the Worthy Now Prison Ministry Network. Worthy Now is a ministry of the Church of the Larger Fellowship (CLF) which provides outreach and support to incarcerated UUs through pen pal programs, online ministry, and ministry by mail.  CLF is the largest UU congregation with 3000 members worldwide, […]

Open Door Abuse Awareness Program

The Share the Plate recipient for March is ODAAP (Open Door Abuse Awareness Program), a violence prevention program for youth. They partner with schools and communities to teach teens about safe dating and violence prevention to break the cycle of domestic abuse. They run intensive summer programs for HS football teams to build character and […]

Chester Children’s Chorus

The Share the Plate recipient for February is the Chester Children’s Chorus, a program of Swarthmore College that provides year-round music and math education to the children of Chester. During the school year, children and youth ages 7 through 18 develop their vocal talents via rehearsals and concerts as well as their math skills through […]

January: Thresholds in Delaware County

The Share the Plate recipient for January is Thresholds in Delaware County. Thresholds works to prevent violence and enhance problem-solving skills and provides education to develop a more positive self-image for incarcerated citizens. Share the Plate includes the plate collection on the second Sunday and any funds sent via text: $20 STP to 610-756-8883 for a $20 […]