THE EMERGENCY AID OF PENNSYLVANIA FOUNDATION INC.

221 Conestoga Road • Suite 300 • Wayne, PA 19087
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The Emergency Aid of Pennsylvania Foundation (EA)
enjoys a ninety-five year heritage rich in service to the Philadelphia region. It was formed in 1914 by eight Philadelphia women. Their efforts were initially directed to aid foreign relief during World War I and to combat the terrible influenza epidemic. EA continued through the 1920’s and the Depression era helping out where there was great need.

During World War II, EA secured and sent relief supplies to the Allies. It provided housing information for officers and enlisted men and women. The organization also sold over $68 million in war bonds. The Emergency Aid became one of the largest women’s organizations in the Philadelphia area.


In 1984, when the Foundation was formed, members were determined to include the spirit and tradition of its past with a renewed awareness of the ever-changing conditions and with the flexibility to respond to these needs.

EA’s mission is accomplished through grants to non-profit organizations, through Founders Awards which recognize and support outstanding girls during their high school years and with four-year college scholarships for selected Founders’ girls.

The Foundation continues to enjoy an active membership of women volunteers who give generously of their time, talent and financial resources to support the mission and work of The Emergency Aid of Pennsylvania Foundation

 

  
 
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