CORPORATE CITIZENSHIP WCCCC was thrilled to be able to present the Corporate Citizenship Recognition this year to The Parkesburg Point for the significant contributions the organization has made to the health and well-being of the western Chester County region. The Corporate Citizenship Recognition's overall purpose is to highlight non-profit organizations in the community that provide essential capabilities that enable all members of our community to progress in their lives; and to discover from business leaders why it is essential for all members of the business community to be active partners with non-profit groups that develop these essential capabilities. During the event, Bob Beggs, Executive Director of Good Works Inc. expressed the importance of businesses and non-profits working together for the community. "Our region has many opportunities for businesses to offer their employees, really rich experiences by getting them involved in non-profit organizations." Craig Styer of Fox Rothschild explained the reasons he gives back by serving on the Board of Directors of the Parkesburg Point. The POINT's mission is to empower youth and their families to live victoriously by offering a safe, engaging and spirit-filled environment. The youth center addresses spiritual, emotional, academic, and physical needs of young people by partnering with local churches, businesses and organizations in the community. The POINT's daily programs are 100% free to all students and open Monday through Thursday from 4:300 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. The organization is home to a large youth center, classrooms and gymnasium as well as a Hands on Training Center to help youth build skills in the trades such as carpentry, electrical, bicycle repair and robotics. If you have interest in volunteering at The Point call Amy Walton at 610-857-3393 or email amywaltonfour@gmail.com Ways you can give: parkesburgpoint.com/give
At the event, the Chamber presented our 2021 Trades Scholarship to Jack McDevitt. The Twin Valley High School graduate participated in the TCHS Carpentry Program where he started in a co-operative education placement as a cabinet maker with StyleCraft Cabinetry. Since then, Jack was offered a full-time position with the business and continues to excel in his carpentry skills. He even started his own side business in 2020 crafting various carpentry items and plans to grow this business moving forward. During the event, Bob Beggs Executive Director of Good Works Inc. was impressed with Jack's determination and was able to donate tools from his organization to help Jack further his dream. Connections like this one are why the Chamber loves what we do! VISIT THE CHAMBER'S VOLUNTEER WEBPAGE Find local non-profit organizations you can engage, volunteer or learn more about at westernchestercounty.com/volunteer/
PAST HONOREES 2012-Bob McNeil & the Chester County Food Bank 2013- Parson family, CTDI, & the United Way of Chester County, Community Dental and Regina Horton-Lewis 2014-Bentley family, Bentley Systems and Bridge of Hope 2015-Citadel and the Chester County Food Bank 2016- Martin Skolnik with the Coatesville Army Navy Store Eugene DiOrio, Lukens Steel Pearl Sorensen, United Way Coatesville Youth Initiative 2017-Krapf family, Krapf Coaches, and Handi-Crafters. 2018- The Chester County Association for the Blind. 2019- Good Works, Inc. and Citadel 2020- Life Transforming Ministeries, Vanguard and Harcum College.
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