Honoring Loss, Nurturing Strength, Building Community.
Supporting Children and Families Across Pennsylvania and Beyond
For over 18 years, the Will Trippley Foundation has walked alongside children and families navigating grief, trauma, and loss. While our roots are in Chester, PA and Delaware County, our impact reaches across Pennsylvania and surrounding communities, offering consistent, compassionate, and culturally responsive care. We understand that loss comes in many forms—death, incarceration, addiction, divorce, and more. Our programs meet families where they are, creating safe, healing-centered spaces to process their experiences and begin moving forward together.
Programs That Change Lives
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Camp Encouragement
A free summer program that helps children navigate grief and loss through counseling, creative activities, and peer connection—building resilience, confidence, and emotional well-being in a safe, supportive community.
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Jovonne's Healing Center
A year-round grief and loss support program for adults and families, providing free virtual support for adults and in-person counseling groups for children led by culturally responsive mental health professionals.
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Healing Connections
An expressive arts therapy program that helps children process grief and loss through creative outlets like painting, journaling, and movement in a safe, supportive environment.
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Healthy Kids Running Series
A fun, five-week youth running program promoting physical health, confidence, and community for children of all abilities in Chester and surrounding areas.
The Heart Behind Our Mission
The Will Trippley Foundation was born from love, loss, and the belief that healing is possible through community. Following the tragic loss of Will Trippley in 2004, his family and friends came together to transform grief into purpose. What began as a local effort has grown into a trusted resource for emotional support, youth development, and long-term healing. At the heart of our mission is a commitment to helping every child and family find hope after loss.
CBS Philadelphia Shines a Light on Our Healing Work
Every month, children impacted by loss come together to process their grief through art, connection, and compassionate guidance. CBS News Philadelphia visited one of our Healing Connections sessions to hear firsthand how creative expression is helping children find resilience and hope. Watch the story to learn more about how the Will Trippley Foundation is making a difference in the lives of grieving families across Chester and Delaware County.
Give the Gift of Healing and Hope
Your support helps children and families find strength after loss. Every donation fuels free programs like Camp Encouragement, Jovonne’s Healing Center, and Healing Connections, ensuring that no one has to navigate loss alone. Together, we can provide healing-centered care, safe spaces, and a pathway forward for those who need it most.
There are many ways to make a difference—whether through a one-time gift, monthly donation, workplace giving, tribute gift, or legacy contribution. Every dollar helps us serve more children and families across Chester, PA, Delaware County, and surrounding communities.
