West Chester, Pa (February 7, 2025) – To help navigate the ever-changing landscape for arts, culture, and historical organizations in Chester County, State Senator Carolyn Comitta is hosting a Nonprofit Symposium on Wednesday, March 12 at the Chester County History Center starting at 9 a.m. 

“Even five years after the start of the pandemic, many local arts and cultural organizations are struggling to recover and are seeking resources and guidance on how to move forward in a post-COVID world,” Comitta said. “I invite any arts, culture, and history-oriented nonprofits in Chester County to attend our Nonprofit Symposium to discuss best practices and effective strategies, while connecting with the various resources available in our community.” 

The event will kick off with a networking continental breakfast, introductions from each organization in attendance to share their mission, and presentations from key stakeholders. 

Organizations slated to present include the Pennsylvania Council on the Arts, Pa Museums, Pennsylvania Historical & Museum Commission, the Chester County Community Foundation, the Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance, Chester County/America250, the Chester County Conference and Visitor’s Bureau – Brandywine Valley, the WCU Center for Community Solutions, and more. 

Organizations and groups interested in attending must register online at pasenatorcomitta.com/nonprofit-symposium. All applications will go through a review process prior to being officially accepted into the event. Each organization may bring up to three registered attendees to the symposium. 

For more information go to pasenatorcomitta.com/nonprofit-symposium or contact Senator Comitta’s district office at (610) 692-2112. 

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