Northern Children's Services

Our 2nd Annual Back to School Resource Fair on August 2, 2024, was a huge success! Thanks to our amazing sponsors and donors, we distributed 250 brand-new backpacks filled with school supplies, along with lunch bags and 50 grocery bags packed with essentials like canned goods, pasta, cereal, and fresh produce. A big thank you to our dedicated staff, donors, volunteers, and community partners for making this event possible and sharing valuable resources with all who attended. Here's to a successful new school year ahead! SPONSORS: Just Oil Nicholas Chaban Lisa Moore DONORS: Bailey Brand Consulting  Brian Domergue Foster Parent Professionals Joan Rainer Jessica Zinskie IN-KIND DONATIONS: Ally – Backpack & School Supply Drive CCI Consulting – Backpack & School Supply Drive and Volunteered DTLR, Inc. – Gift card for raffle Five Below (Andorra) – Fundraising event where 10% of the proceeds went to Northern's Back to School Fair Manayunk Development Corporation - Backpack & School Supply Drive Target (Roxborough) – Gift card to purchase backpacks and supplies COMMUNITY PARTNERS: Beyond Literacy CityLife Health  Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance: GPCA Intercommunity Action NOMO Foundation North Light Community Center PHLpreK Public Health Management Corporation St. Martin de Porres School 

A huge shoutout to the CCI ConsultingTeam for your continued support of Northern! Your help in collecting and distributing brand-new school supplies was key to the success of our 2nd Annual Back-to-School Fair this year.

Are you ready for Northern’s 2nd Annual Back to School Fair tomorrow, August 2nd from 1 pm to 4 pm!? We will be giving away 250 brand new backpacks stuffed with school supplies as well as 50 prepackaged bags filled with canned goods, cereal, pasta, and more!

For this month's Employee Spotlight, we are excited to highlight Dante Foye (pictured on the left), Northern's Lead BHT for the Wellness & Resiliency Program. Our Assistant Director of the Wellness & Resiliency Program, Edith L. Cruz, had many wonderful things to share about Dante: "Dante is a team player; he is attuned to the kiddos and staff and performs above and beyond when needed. However, we all know we don’t have to ask Dante because he is always willing and ready to help. He successfully manages multiple tasks and assigns staff to kiddos based on their needs and staff strengths, while providing additional emotional and environmental support. Dante ensures a safe environment by de-escalating situations that could pose risks to kiddos and staff. Both youth and staff feel safe with Dante; he has developed healthy relationships with all youth and is seen as a trustworthy individual who is always there to listen and assist in challenging situations. He has also created a safe space where staff can raise concerns about youth or colleagues." Please join us in congratulating Dante as our July Employee of the Month and thanking him for all his hard work.

Please give a warm welcome to our new Board of Trustees member, Amanda Neill! Amanda brings experience and passion for education and social work, particularly in serving the children of Philadelphia. Currently the Managing Director of Student Supports at KIPP Philadelphia Public Schools, Amanda has dedicated her career to creating impactful educational opportunities. Her journey includes roles as Director of Teaching, Learning & Global Education at Ursuline Academy and Deputy Chief of Specialized Services and Academic Interventions at Mastery Charter Schools. At KIPP, Amanda embodies our mission of creating joyful, academically excellent schools that prepare students for college, career, and beyond. She is deeply committed to fostering a more just world through education. Beyond her professional accomplishments, Amanda is actively involved in her community, volunteering with organizations like Maternity Cares Coalition, Alex’s Lemonade Stand, and the Ardmore Food Bank. She is a proud mother of three and resides in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. Amanda’s enthusiasm for helping kids and her understanding of educational programs make her a valuable addition to our team. Please join us in welcoming Amanda Neill to our Board of Trustees!

Check out the behind-the-scenes as we prepare for our Back-to-School Community Fair this Friday, August 2nd, from 1 pm to 4 pm. From organizing school supplies to setting up fun activities, our team is working hard to ensure a fantastic event for everyone. Don't miss out on the chance to connect with the community, grab resources, enjoy some fun, and get ready for the new school year! See you there!

Thank you to our friends at Manayunk Development Corporation for your help with raising/collecting brand-new backpacks and school supplies for our 2nd Annual Back-to-School Fair! Your support ensures that children, youth, and families start the school year with confidence and excitement!

Reminder! Northern's 2nd Annual Back to School Community Resource Fair—it's back and better than ever! Everyone's invited to join in the fun right here on our campus on Friday, August 2, 2024 from 1 pm to 4 pm. This year, we've teamed up with Manayunk Development Corporation to collect brand-new backpacks and school supplies. Drop off your donations at their table during Stroll the Streets on Thursdays, or coordinate a drop-off/pick-up with Kat at kchhiev@northernchildren.org. And don't forget, we've partnered with Five Below Andorra on Henry Ave in Roxborough. When you shop there between 7/12 and 7/26, don't forget to show the posted flyer or mention Northern Children's Services at the register. By doing so, 10% of your purchase will directly support Northern—helping us make a big impact!

We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Marco Vietti as Chairperson of our Board of Trustees at Northern Children’s Services! Since joining Northern's Board in January 2021, Marco has brought a wealth of expertise and enthusiasm. Marco is the Head of Enterprise Sourcing and Procurement at Guardian Life and brings more than 30 years of experience in technology, infrastructure services, finance, and leadership. He joined Guardian over 10 years ago as Vice President in Enterprise Business and Technology Services. Previously, Marco spent more than 13 years at Dow Jones in escalating positions, the last of which was Vice President, Global Infrastructure Services. “Working with Marco for the past three years has sincerely been a wonderful experience. Marco’s knowledge, expertise, engagement, and commitment to Northern’s mission is palpable. His participation and leadership as Chairperson of the Board’s Technology & Infrastructure group has been a pivotal element of Northern’s progress and growth over the past three years. Marco’s energy is palpable, and both board members and staff frequently comment on it,” said Renata Cobbs-Fletcher, President & CEO of Northern. “I am honored to be appointed Chairperson and energized about increasing my support for Northern,” Vietti said. “Northern has had a significant impact on the children, youth, and families they support in the community and Renata and her team continue to impress me with their level of commitment, passion, and dedication to their mission, values, and people.” Please join us in congratulating Marco Vietti on his appointment as Chairperson of Northern Children’s Services’ Board of Trustees!