Chester Community Coalition

12/09/2025

OUR 2026 GEMS AWARD Categories — Please make your nominations TODAY ⤵️⁣
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🏆 Youth Advocate | Presented to individuals who have demonstrated unwavering dedication to empowering and supporting the youth of our community.⁣
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🏆Empowerment in Action | Recognizes organizations that have made a profound impact through their dedicated efforts to empower individuals and foster positive change within the community.⁣
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🏆Community Partnership | Honors organizations that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to strengthening the bonds of community and improving the well-being of individuals through collaborative partnerships.⁣
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🏆Champion of Hope | Recognizes individuals and organizations that have demonstrated exceptional dedication to providing hope, compassion, and support to the community.⁣
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🏆Advocate for Change | Presented to individuals who have shown an extraordinary commitment to advocating for positive change, equality, and justice within the community.⁣
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(Nomination link in bio)

12/02/2025

Tune in for a special Chester Community Coalition feature on for Giving Tuesday — We go LIVE at 11:30AM! ⁣
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Join via CMP Radio’s Facebook or Youtube to hear CCC updates and how YOU can join our movement ♥️
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12/01/2025

EVERY DOLLAR COUNTS! Giving Tuesday is tomorrow and we appreciate all donations — Whether you are helping CCC or another non-profit your donation MATTERS ♥️

11/27/2025

A Message of Gratitude from Our Executive Director:⁣
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As we reflect on this season of gratitude, I want to extend my heartfelt thanks to everyone who spread the word and donated in support of our 2025 Thanksgiving Drive. Your generosity helped us provide meals, comfort, and a sense of community to families across the City of Chester and Delaware County during a time that can be difficult for many. We met our goal of providing 25 families with a full Thanksgiving meal, ensuring they could gather, share, and experience the holiday with dignity. ⁣
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Thanksgiving is more than a holiday; it is a reminder of the power of coming together, sharing what we have, and uplifting one another. We are reminded of the power of community, compassion, and collective care. Your support brought warmth, comfort, and hope to our families.⁣
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Thank you for standing with us and believing in the mission of the Chester Community Coalition.⁣
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With appreciation,⁣
Lashira Council⁣
Executive Director⁣
Chester Community Coalition

11/25/2025

The official GEMS Gala Nomination page is now LIVE 🏆‼️⁣
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Today you can make recommendations for each GEM Award. Our 2026 theme is prevention - people and organizations that are focused on moving prevention programming/support in DE County forward!⁣
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Below are the categories:⁣
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Youth Advocate Nominee: presented to individuals who have demonstrated unwavering dedication to empowering and supporting the youth of our community.⁣
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Empowerment in Action Nominee: recognizes organizations that have made a profound impact through their dedicated efforts to empower individuals and foster positive change within the community.⁣
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Community Partnership Nominee: honors organizations that have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to strengthening the bonds of community and improving the well-being of individuals through collaborative partnerships.⁣
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Champion of Hope Nominee: recognizes individuals and organizations that have demonstrated exceptional dedication to providing hope, compassion, and support to the community.⁣
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Advocate for Change Nominee: presented to individuals who have shown an extraordinary commitment to advocating for positive change, equality, and justice within the community.⁣
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Nominations can be made here: https://forms.gle/ik8ZmNeKaind3gzS8 or with the link in our bio⁣
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11/24/2025

CCC still has open job positions — please share with your network

11/21/2025

This Giving Tuesday (DECEMBER 2nd), we invite you to join us in creating a tangible difference in the lives of our community members facing unimaginable challenges. ⁣
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For our neighbors, every dollar counts, and with your support, we can provide meaningful resources to families in their times of need, even if giving isn’t always easy for everyone. Whether it’s a snack for a family waiting anxiously at the hospital or art supplies that help a young child express emotions too big for words, your donation has the power to create moments of relief, hope, and healing.⁣
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Here’s how your generosity can make an impact:⁣
➡️$5 – Provides one day of snacks for a family at the hospital, offering a simple comfort during those long hours.⁣
➡️$10 – Covers personal hygiene items for a patient during their hospital stay, giving them dignity and a sense of care.⁣
➡️$25 – Ensures a participant has round-trip transportation to medical and mental health appointments, removing a critical barrier to care.⁣
➡️$50 – Supplies art materials for children’s therapy and The Soul Box Project, giving young ones a safe space to process their emotions through creativity.⁣
➡️$100 – Funds two pairs of boxing gloves and individual lessons for two teens in our program, channeling their energy and emotions into something positive and constructive.⁣
➡️$200 – Supports staff trainings, certifications, and wellness, ensuring that our team is prepared and well-equipped to serve our community with excellence.⁣
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Thank you for considering a gift to support our neighbors and Chester Community Coalition. Every contribution, no matter the size, is a gesture of compassion that tells our families and youth they are not alone in their journey.

11/13/2025

💎 SAVE THE DATE: February 26th, 2026 — CCC GEMS Gala 💎 ⁣
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Chester Community Coalition, a Project of Urban Affairs Coalition, is pleased to present GEMS Gala: A Night of Glitz, Elegance and Meaningful Stewardship to raise awareness and support CCC’s programs and services which are focused on reducing and/or mitigating gun-related violence. ⁣
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In addition, CCC is honored to present awards to the GEMS – both individual and organizational – who have supported, inspired, shaped and helped to maximize CCC’s impact via its trauma-informed programs and services in the City of Chester and Delaware County, Pennsylvania. ⁣
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Thank you for helping us to make this a memorable celebration. Please make sure to follow us for more information on sponsorship packages and the ticket link. ⁣
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11/11/2025

11/06/2025

25 families are currently enrolled in CCC’s trauma recovery and we want to help them get a full Thanksgiving meal this year!⁣
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If in-kind donations aren’t possible, we also welcome monetary contributions to help us purchase additional supplies and cover event costs. ⁣
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Donations can be made by mailing a check payable to Chester Community Coalition/Urban Affairs Coalition with “Thanksgiving Basket Giveaway” in the memo line to 1650 Arch St., Suite 2701, Philadelphia, PA 19103.⁣
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We are inviting volunteers to help assemble and distribute the baskets. This is a meaningful opportunity to give back and connect with families in our community. If you or your team would like to volunteer, please contact us at Info@chestercommunitycoalition.org.⁣
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Your support helps CCC continue its mission of healing and restoring hope to survivors of trauma and loss. Together, we can make this Thanksgiving a season of gratitude, compassion, and community.⁣
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THANK YOU FOR YOUR CONSTANT SUPPORT ♥️⁣

10/27/2025

We wanted to take a quick second to show appreciate to our amazing CCC family — teamwork truly makes the DREAM WORK 💚