FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Susan Mostek,

Executive Director

Phone: (484) 356-0940

E-mail: smostek@ccfwg.org

The State of Women in Chester County

March 16, 2016 – West Chester, PA: The State of Women in Chester County, will be a morning devoted to exploring women’s issues in our region in relation to business, social service and education. This event, open to all, will take place on May 12, 2016 at Penn State – Great Valley from 8:00 AM to 11:30 AM. The Chester County Fund for Women and Girls will launch its 2016 Blueprint Report, an in-depth community needs assessment looking at life in Chester County through a gender lens. A panel will discuss women’s roles in commerce, culture and community in our area, and networking opportunities will abound. The event will be free, however seating will be limited.

The State of Women in Chester County is a call for groups to gather in a collaborative spirit.  Additional details will be made available in the next few weeks. You can reserve your spot at http://state-of-women-in-chester-county.eventbrite.com.

The Chester County Fund for Women and Girls is a grantmaking and education foundation dedicated to addressing the needs of women and girls in the county. For more than 18 years, the Fund has raised awareness about the critical needs of women and girls, and has awarded over $2 million to 65 non-profit organizations. To learn more about the Chester County Fund for Women and Girls, visit www.ccfwg.org.