On Valentine’s Day 2018, The Fund and Dr. William R. Hite, Superintendent, introduced the new campaign “Keeping the Beat” — a health and wellness initiative that asks donors to “have a heart” by donating toward the maintenance of (AEDs) in Philadelphia schools. A press conference with DJ Aktive, DJ Rich Medina and DJ Josh Wink garnered citywide awareness for the campaign. In exchange for your Think AED donation of $50 or more, you receive a commemorative heart-shaped pendant symbolizing your support for public education. In addition to wearing their “heart on their sleeve” supporters were invited to attend our VIP happy hour.
On Tuesday April 3rd, The Fund for the School District of Philadelphia hosted our KEEPING THE BEAT happy hour for Philly public schools. CODA (1712 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103) sponsored the space and Rouge provided catering. The event featured a live performance by DJ Josh Wink, Dan “Dilemma” Thomas, and DJ Gary O, and raised $4,000 from individuals in attendance. A donation from Independence Blue Cross brought the evenings total to $14,000.
For the full event photo album on our Facebook page, go here: Keeping The Beat Happy Hour Photos.
