Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Montgomery County Asset Building Coalition hosted its 2013 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program.
"You can write that off, did you know that?" It was a phrase used quite often by those that volunteered their time to prepare taxes for Montgomery County residents that could not afford assistance. The Montgomery County Asset Building Coalition hosted the 2013 Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, which in total saved residents more than $5 million, according to a report in the Times Herald. “Our total federal refunds totalled $3.4 million; our state refunds were $950,000, so the total refunds to taxpayers were $4,360,000. That’s a lot of money,” Harriet Winokur, MCABC’s coordinator, told the Herald. “It gets better. Our services saved taxpayers approximately $675,000 in fees, which is not additional money into their pockets, …
Wednesday, November 21, 2012
After 12 years of helping families struggling with cancer, 'For Pete's Sake' has received its largest donation ever.
"Though I'll never say that being diagnosed with cancer was a blessing, there have been moments, people, places, and experiences that have made me feel blessed since my diagnosis." Reading through the hundreds of entries on the nonprofit For Pete's Sake webpage, those words, written by 34-year-old Gina Etzrodt, stand out amongst submissions from cancer patients, survivors, and those who lost their battle to the disease. Many of their stories follow similar paths – A stage-3 colon cancer diagnosis at 33. A 40-year-old mother of two diagnosed with breast cancer. Mounting medical bills. Lives turned upside. Children wondering if Dad is well enough to have a game of catch. They all have something in common as well. Trips to Florida and …
Sunday, April 15, 2012
The Spring-Ford Booster Club needs help supporting the area's athletics teams.
The Spring-Ford Booster Club is looking for members and volunteers to help out area children afford to play the sports they love. President Jim Sellman said the club is looking to get more volunteers and more members. The club supports over 30 teams and more than 1,000 kids. Proceeds made by fundraising and membership allow student-athletes to get championship plaques and banners and participate in the annual senior banquet for all athletes. Sellman said the club is looking for the community to help do anything and everything, including: 50/50 at football games (six people, all home games), two to three people to work the snack shed at every home game, pepole interested in being a fundraising coordinator or other leadership role, a …
Monday, November 21, 2011
A short snippet about the Pennypacker mansion, including a long-time volunteer from Limerick.
The following was submitted to Patch by Pennypacker Mills (Schwenksville) Assistant Administrator/Educator Linda Callegari: We just finished decorating the Pennypacker mansion today for the holidays. The above photos are of volunteer Vivian Coryell [of Limerick] putting the finishing touches on the stockings that are hung with care in the guest bedroom. A theme of candy and children’s gifts is on display in this room. See clear toy candy, rock candy, and other holiday treats on display. Why not come to Pennypacker Mills for a wonderful guided tour of the mansion between Tuesday, Nov. 22 and Sunday, Jan. 8, 2012? Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Sunday, 1 to 4 p.m. Closed Mondays and major holidays. For more …
Steven T Miller
9:43 am on Wednesday, May 1, 2013
Let me tell you how it will be, There’s one for you, nineteen for me, ‘Cause I’m the Taxman, Yeah, I’m the Taxman. Should five per cent appear too small, Be thankful I don’t take it all. ‘Cause I’m the Taxman, Yeah, I’m the Taxman. (If you drive a car ), I’ll tax the street, (If you try to sit ), I’ll tax your seat, (If you get too cold ), I’ll tax the heat, (If you take a walk ), I’ll tax your … more ›