Community Program News
"What I try to tell people is that if you come together with a mission, and its grounded with love and a sense of community, you can make the impossible possible."
~ Congressman John Lewis
GVCO Caring Hands assisted Senator Comitta’s Shredding Event at Burke Park in Malvern.

Individuals safely disposed of confidential and sensitive documents which were shredded onsite. The shredded paper will be recycled later.

Donations were also accepted for Chester County Food Banks. The incredible turnout resulted in three carfulls of food for local families.
High School Internship Opportunities
Fall 2021

GVCO is looking for several high school juniors or seniors as interns for the Fall 2021 to assist with programming and administrative responsibilities.

Internship will last throughout the ‘school year'. Hours would be after school, 3-5pm Mondays through Fridays; 2 to 5 hours per week.

GVCO will work with you to create flexible scheduling around academic responsibilities, sports seasons, theater and arts commitments, etc. Compensation will be $9 per hour. If interested, please complete the GVCO Internship Form
The GVCO Caring Hands Foundation is perpetually looking for students in grades 7-12 who are interested in helping the community:

Cradles to Crayons Clothing Drive

Steps4Hope 5k Run/1 Mile Walk

Home of the Sparrow Winter White Out Event

Phoenixville Seniors and Surrey Services

Food Drives

Holiday Gift Sale

Come join us in making a difference
Summer Tutoring

This school year brought with it many challenges. Students should be looking to finish this school year as strong as possible while any academic deficiencies need to be addressed to ensure future success.
 
This summer presents an opportunity for students of all ages to catch up on any school subjects they have fallen behind on, especially in cumulative courses like math, where each prior year builds on the last. Whether your student needs to catch up on course content, or get a head start on preparing for the SAT/ACT, contact us to set up a call to discuss their academic situation and what Ivy Experience can do to support them.


Be a Part of the Conversation continues to be a strategic non-profit partner with GVCO.

Their mission of addressing substance use, misuse and addiction and its impact on individuals and their families by building a culture of awareness and support is an important need here in our community.
We're launching a new series!

Join us for a new series of programs and workshops that will feature a variety of creative recovery topics. We’ll hear from people with lived experience, as well as treatment professionals, who will share some amazing possibilities for a richer, fuller life in recovery!
The Steps4Hope Foundation is committed to working together to raise awareness and end the stigma associated with the disease of addiction. We are dedicated to making a difference and bringing about change by empowering students and communities with access to quality educational programs, grief support and financial resources for early recovery. It is our sincere hope that no other family will have to endure the tragic loss of a loved one.

Our parent grief group, For Jonathan's Sake-Beyond the Broken Heart meets Tuesday nights from 7:00-8:15 at St. John's Lutheran Church in Phoenixville. This group is professionally facilitated.

For details, contact Pam Moules 610-247-1920. 

Our live online sibling support group, A Brother's Love, takes place the first Tuesday of each month at 7:30PM. For more information, email
Caring Hands Scholarship Recipient
 
GVCO would like to thank and congratulate Mac Sullivan for her years of dedicated community service through our Caring Hands foundation.
GVCO established an annual scholarship award to be granted to a high school senior who most exemplifies the values of the GVCO Caring Hands through volunteerism, leadership, and community service.
COMING
OCTOBER 2021

This will be GVCO's 3rd annual donation drive to support our partner Cradles 2 Crayons in its mission to address Childhood Poverty.

We'll be looking for:

Gently used or new clothing for newborn-12 year olds, especially winter clothing and winter coats.

Cradles to Crayons is also looking for new school supplies, diapers, socks, pajamas and underwear.


Home of the Sparrow’s mission is to partner with women facing homelessness to secure housing, achieve long-term stability, and chart new paths for their futures.

Coming this November, GVCO plans to assist another local non-profit with its mission of helping women facing homelessness right here in Chester County through their WINTER WHITE OUT event.

We'll be collecting donations as well as household items such as:

  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper
  • Tissues
  • Feminine Hygiene Products
  • Cleaning Products
  • Laundry & Dish Detergent
  • Soap, Shampoo & Conditioner
  • Store Gift Cards