The Chester County Fund for Women and Girls honors the life and legacy of one of our earliest and most faithful supporters, Mrs. J. Maxwell R. Moran (Betty Moran), who passed away on January 23, 2020.
We often hearken to the early conversations of our founders around the Kitchen Table that inspired our origin. It was around Betty’s kitchen table where things happened — from the wee hours of the morning to the late hours of the night. Those who knew her well knew there was never a single day that went by that Betty did not think about, talk about, write about or donate to a worthy cause that she believed important. Simply put, lives were changed around Betty’s kitchen table.
Betty poses at CCFWG’s 2013 Making a Difference Luncheon with her daughters Franny Abbott (left) and Betsy Legnini (right).
Betty lived out elements that we strive to demonstrate everyday —bravery, boldness, a catalytic vision, and a belief that families and communities benefit when women are supported. It was her bold gift in our infancy stage that inspired our bravery and gave us wings to establish the first endowment-based women and girls foundation in Pennsylvania. Through her active leadership and philanthropy to many of our grantees and other local non-profit organizations, her impact on Chester County was immeasurable.
Betty remained one of our staunchest supporters over the years — not just in her treasure, but as an engaged and vocal advocate for our vision, mission and shared goals to improve the lives of women, girls and families in Chester County.
CCFWG’s Honorary Board Chair Barbara M. Jordan (left) and her dear friend, Betty, at our 2012 Making a Difference Luncheon.
There are not enough “Betty Morans” in the world. A woman who was generous beyond words, wholeheartedly committed to causes she believed in, tireless in working for organizations that benefited the community. Countless lives were touched by her huge heart and the legacy she left us to follow our passions.
CCFWG and the women and girls we serve say, “Thank you, Betty!”