Gabby Roe is a ‘Maestroe’ of pushing fringe sports into the spotlight

Gabby Roe is a ‘Maestroe’ of pushing fringe sports into the spotlight

by Phil Anastasia
Maestroe Sports and Entertainment of Wayne specializes in promoting non-major sports such as break dancing, cornhole, axe-throwing, and ultimate frisbee.
When COVID-19 almost wrecked their anniversary, a Philly couple came up with a Plan B+

When COVID-19 almost wrecked their anniversary, a Philly couple came up with a Plan B+

by Rita Giordano
After 25 happy years together, a Philly couple find a life-affirming way to celebrate their anniversary.
When COVID-19 almost wrecked their anniversary, a Philly couple came up with a Plan B+

When COVID-19 almost wrecked their anniversary, a Philly couple came up with a Plan B+

After 25 happy years together, a Philly couple find a life-affirming way to celebrate their anniversary.
‘PHLove’ variety show raised $1.5 million for the PHL COVID-19 Fund

‘PHLove’ variety show raised $1.5 million for the PHL COVID-19 Fund

by Marc Narducci
The hourlong show featured performances by Questlove and Patti LaBelle.
‘PHLove’ variety show raised $1.5 million for the PHL COVID-19 Fund

‘PHLove’ variety show raised $1.5 million for the PHL COVID-19 Fund

The hourlong show featured performances by Questlove and Patti LaBelle.
As trivia host, Cherry Hill man fulfills a childhood dream for charity

As trivia host, Cherry Hill man fulfills a childhood dream for charity

by Marc Narducci
David Horowitz hosts a virtual trivia game every Sunday night while raising money for charity.
As trivia host, Cherry Hill man fulfills a childhood dream for charity

As trivia host, Cherry Hill man fulfills a childhood dream for charity

David Horowitz hosts a virtual trivia game every Sunday night while raising money for charity.
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Good karma: A South Jersey volunteer’s story carries on despite the coronavirus

Good karma: A South Jersey volunteer’s story carries on despite the coronavirus

by Rita Giordano
For Vidya Iyer, volunteering has been a labor of love since she was a girl. Don't expect the era of COVID-19 to slow her down.
A life-saving moment leads to a lifelong friendship for two Cherry Hill neighbors

A life-saving moment leads to a lifelong friendship for two Cherry Hill neighbors

by Phil Anastasia
Using CPR and a portable AED machine, Jim Morton saved Bob Kates' life. The two men had never met before that day when they were working out in a fitness center in Cherry Hill. Now they are close friends.
He used to help the Harlem Globetrotters win. Now Joe Richmond helps kids learn to read.

He used to help the Harlem Globetrotters win. Now Joe Richmond helps kids learn to read.

by Marc Narducci
As the ambassador of basketball for the 76ers' G League affiliate, Richmond revels in meeting the public and has taken great pride in the team's reading program.
Full-time family and full-time work during the coronavirus has led to stress and unexpected joy

Full-time family and full-time work during the coronavirus has led to stress and unexpected joy

by Rita Giordano
In many families, the coronavirus has blurred the lines between work life and home life. It's stressful. But what many parents never counted on were the blessings these days would bring. Says one mom of being fulltime with her toddler: “I wouldn’t give up this time with him for the world.”
Chalk artist brings smiles by drawing on different canvas

Chalk artist brings smiles by drawing on different canvas

by Phil Anastasia
Social distancing has suspended her old face-painting business, so she's found a new outlet for her creativity, using driveways and sidewalks.
Producing a virtual COVID-19 benefit concert takes a deft touch. Here’s how PHLove’s organizers are pulling it off.

Producing a virtual COVID-19 benefit concert takes a deft touch. Here’s how PHLove’s organizers are pulling it off.

by Marc Narducci
PHLove, a one-hour virtual show, will take place Thursday at 7 p.m. with the proceeds benefiting the PHL COVID-19 Fund that helps Philly-area nonprofits.
Suburban Philadelphia bodyboarder Andrew Karr takes big-wave world by storm

Suburban Philadelphia bodyboarder Andrew Karr takes big-wave world by storm

by Phil Anastasia
The 22-year-old from Ambler became the first athlete in his sport to "barrel" at a famous, big-wave break in Hawaii and to set what is believed to be a world record by riding a 60-foot wave in Portugal.
These retirees adopted a special-needs child. And life got beautiful all over again.

These retirees adopted a special-needs child. And life got beautiful all over again.

by Gloria Hochman, For The Inquirer
Robin and Jim Graves were set to relax and travel. Then they met Joey, only 6, who needed a family more than they needed a life of ease. They adopted him, and the love has only grown since.
Wearing clothes made in the land where his daughter found peace, he feels closure in her death

Wearing clothes made in the land where his daughter found peace, he feels closure in her death

by Rita Giordano
Frank Rapoport lost his daughter to the eating disorder that led to her suicide. He has found her again through SamSara, the company he founded to fund treatment and awareness of eating disorders.
For Sylvia Ocasio, youth project manager for JEVS Human Services, a passion to improve lives

The youth project manager at this Philly nonprofit is following her passion to improve lives

by Phil Anastasia
The influence of the persistent mentor who specializes in "tough love" has inspired hundreds, including a former high school dropout who was arrested three times, but turned his life around and now vows to serve others.
Villanova University filmmakers focus on water crisis in Tanzania in new documentary

Villanova University filmmakers focus on water crisis in Tanzania in new documentary

by Mari A. Schaefer
Former Eagles star Chris Long helped provide support for the student filmmakers when they were in Africa.
Former Philly sports reporter Leslie Gudel finds her calling in helping others

Former Philly sports reporter Leslie Gudel finds her calling in helping others

by Marc Narducci
In her new charity, Food It Forward, Gudel's organization works helps both restaurants and food banks with her effort
For single parents, Mom’s House is a helping hand, not a handout

For single parents, Mom’s House is a helping hand, not a handout

by Mari A. Schaefer
In its 33 years, this Phoenixville charity has provided assistance to 300 parents and 330 children.
03:51 High school freshman 3D prints face shields for health care workers in his basement

High school freshman 3D prints face shields for health care workers in his basement

by Raishad Hardnett
Louie Beardell, 14, spent his spring break 3D printing and donating face shields to hospitals overwhelmed with COVID-19 patients.
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