The Sarah Ralston Foundation

Over the past year, The Sarah Ralston Foundation had the privilege of partnering with nonprofit organizations across Philadelphia through our Innovative Project Support (IPS) grant program. These grants are designed to help organizations pilot new approaches, test creative solutions, and respond to emerging needs affecting vulnerable older adults.

While each IPS project addressed a different challenge—from food security and housing stability to social connection, technology access, and culturally responsive care—together they tell a powerful story about what innovation looks like in real communities.

Learn more:

sarahralstonfoundation.org

The Sarah Ralston Foundation, in partnership with the Philadelphia Corporation for Aging (PCA), is proud to host Engaging in Aging: A Volunteer & Donor Expo — a free, community-wide event highlighting nonprofit organizations that support Philadelphia’s vulnerable older adults.

While many seniors face increasing challenges, Philadelphia is also home to a strong network of organizations working every day to provide care, connection, and critical services. This event brings those organizations together in one place, creating opportunities for learning, engagement, and meaningful support.

Attendees are invited to meet dozens of nonprofits, learn about their missions and services, and explore volunteer and giving opportunities.

Exhibitors will connect with potential volunteers and donors who are eager to support aging services.

Sponsors help make this accessible, community-centered event possible while gaining visibility and engagement across a broad audience.

Learn more and register: https://sarahralstonfoundation.org/2026/01/07/engaging-in-aging/

Grantee partner Face to Face Germantown recently teamed up with Live Better Hearing + Balance to bring the gift of hearing to more than 30 Philadelphia residents. Through free hearing tests, ear cleanings, and hearing aids, neighbors who had been living with hearing loss were able to reconnect with the world around them — conversations, loved ones, and everyday moments many of us take for granted.

Stories like this reflect the power of partnership. When nonprofits and community-minded providers come together, barriers come down, and life-changing support becomes possible.

We’re proud to support Face to Face in their work, and we’re encouraged by the potential for similar partnerships between Live Better Hearing and other SRF grantee organizations who may see a need in their own communities.

https://livebetterhearing.com/blog/gift-of-hearing-event-brings-sound-back-to-more-than-30-philadelphia-residents

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