From Lynette Killen, Executive Director
Greetings from The Sarah Ralston Foundation! As a reader of this newsletter, I’d like to thank you for your ongoing interest and 
involvement in our mission! As we reflect on our journey over the past year, we are thrilled to share the impact of our grant funding. Our first year of providing grants to nonprofits serving vulnerable, underserved older adults has been a success!
In our latest article, “From Funding to Impact: A Year in Review of Our Partners’ Success,” we spotlight the impact of our nonprofit grantee partners. From improved access to essential services to enhanced quality of life for older Philadelphians, the follow-up reports shared by our grantees are truly inspiring. We invite you to explore the article and learn about the collective achievements of these incredible organizations.
May is Older Americans Month! Join us in honoring the invaluable contributions of older Philadelphians to our community. This year’s theme, “Powered by Connections,” underscores the importance of meaningful relationships and social ties in promoting well-being. As part of our annual fundraiser, let’s come together to support the nonprofits dedicated to improving the lives of older adults in Philadelphia County. Visit our donation page at www.givebutter.com/sarahralstonfoundation.
Thank you for being an important part of our journey and for your ongoing support. Together, we are making a difference in the lives of older adults in our community.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Lynette Killen
Executive Director
Nonprofit Partners in the News
Nonprofit Partner, Rebuilding Together Philadelphia, was spotlighted in the Philadelphia Inquirer:
“Repairing Philly Rowhouses One Block at a Time.”
“RTP seeks out owner-occupied homes in economically challenged neighborhoods, mostly in North and West Philly. After the organization confirms the owners have clear titles to their properties, licensed contractors upgrade electrical and other essential systems, while volunteers supervised by trained professionals install new flooring, modernize kitchens, and replace windows where necessary.
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Nonprofit Partner, Philadelphia Aging People in Prison Human Rights Campaign shares this very important article:
“On any given day, thousands of women leave homes across America and enter prison voluntarily. They furnish their own transport, often traveling for hours on public trains and buses. They clothe themselves and their children according to the correctional dress code, submitting to searches of their bodies and belongings and myriad forms of intimate regulation and humiliation. To refer to these mothers, grandmothers, partners, and co-parents of the imprisoned as “visitors” is to miss most of what is happening as they circulate in and out of prison facilities en masse.”
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The Sarah Ralston Foundation would like to share our latest article:
From Funding to Impact: A Year in Review of our Partners’ Success
“In the spirit of our mission and commitment to trust-based philanthropy, The Sarah Ralston Foundation has played a pivotal role in supporting numerous nonprofit organizations serving elderly populations across Philadelphia. Reflecting on The Sarah Ralston Foundation’s inaugural year, we are excited to share the significant outcomes of our 2023 general operating support grants. Last spring, we provided $750,000 in unrestricted general support funding to 28 exceptional nonprofits whose programs serve Philadelphia’s vulnerable, underserved, elderly population.”
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CHECK OUT OUR NONPROFIT PARTNERS' EVENTS
GRANT SEEKERS BRIEFING: 2024 INNOVATIVE PROJECT SUPPORT
Nonprofit organizations interested in applying for The Sarah Ralston Foundation’s 2024 Innovative Project Support Grant are invited to our Grant Seekers Briefing on June 18th via Zoom. Gain valuable insights on the application process to enhance your chances of success. RSVP to Claire Lynch, at clynch@sarahralstonfoundation.org to receive the Zoom link.
Empowering Older Adults in Philadelphia: The Sarah Ralston Foundation Launches Annual May Fundraiser
The Sarah Ralston Foundation, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for vulnerable, underserved older adults in Philadelphia County, is launching its annual May Fundraiser in honor of Older Americans Month.
The Foundation seeks to address challenges faced by older adults in the community, including access to affordable healthcare, housing and food insecurity, loneliness, and social isolation.
Lynette Killen, Executive Director of The Sarah Ralston Foundation, emphasized the significance of the May Fundraiser in bolstering support for older adults in Philadelphia: “As May approaches, we’re coming together to advocate for the well-being of older adults in our community. Together, we can strive to provide every older adult with the opportunity to age with dignity and grace.”
Through the May Fundraiser, the Foundation aims to raise funds to support organizations that provide essential services and resources to older adults in need. These services range from access to high-quality healthcare and support for caregivers to housing assistance and social connection programs.
The Foundation invites individuals and businesses alike to join in this important initiative by making a donation to the May Fundraiser. Contributions can be made easily through the Foundation’s online donation platform at www.givebutter.com/sarahralstonfoundation.
“Every donation, no matter the size, will make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults in Philadelphia,” said Killen. By coming together as a community, we can empower older adults to live healthier, happier, and more fulfilling lives.”
Together, let’s make a difference for older adults in Philadelphia!
