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Amazon Wishlist

Welcome to ITAVFoundation’s Amazon Wishlists page! Here, you’ll find a list of essential items that help us serve families in need and strengthen our community. From diapers and baby essentials to educational resources and family support supplies, each purchase you make goes directly toward fulfilling our mission of empowering families and providing critical resources. How […]

World AIDS Day Concert

World AIDS Day Youth Concert & Mixer The ITAVFoundation’s World AIDS Day Concert & Mixer is dedicated to bridging the gap between youth and adults on critical issues surrounding sexual health, HIV prevention, and STI awareness. Our goal is to educate young people about HIV/AIDS prevention, provide free HIV testing, and create a safe, engaging […]

Adopt a Family for the Holidays

The holiday season is a time for warmth, generosity, and coming together to support one another. But for many families, this season brings additional challenges—especially those struggling to meet essential needs like food, clothing, and baby supplies. At ITAVFoundation, we believe in the power of community support, and this year, we’re thrilled to launch our […]

Hope in Every Drop: Supporting Sickle Cell & Community Health

Hope in Every Drop: Supporting Sickle Cell & Community Health ITAVFoundation is partnering with Revive Solutions LLC and in association with the American Red Cross, to host the “Hope in Every Drop: Supporting Sickle Cell & Community Health” blood drive on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 from 12pm-5pm. This important community event aligns with National Blood […]

Rethinking Homelessness: A Community Apartment Model for Philadelphia

Rethinking Homelessness: A Community Apartment Model for Philadelphia By Trudean Haye Abstract This paper examines Philadelphia’s escalating homelessness crisis and introduces a community apartment model as an innovative solution. With a staggering 38% rise in unsheltered homelessness in 2024, it is clear that current approaches are inadequate. The proposed model repurposes vacant buildings into dignified […]

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Press Release: ITAVFoundation and GUCDII Announce 2024 Operation Turkey in Philadelphia

Philadelphia, PA — ITAVFoundation, in partnership with GUCDII, is excited to announce the 2024 Philadelphia Operation Turkey events. Since 2018, this partnership has provided over 10,000 Thanksgiving meals to underserved individuals and families across the Philadelphia area, working to ensure that no one goes hungry during the holiday season. This year’s efforts will include two […]

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Press Release: “Hope in Every Drop: Supporting Sickle Cell & Community Health” Blood Drive in Partnership with Revive Solutions LLC and ITAVFoundation

“Hope in Every Drop: Supporting Sickle Cell & Community Health” Blood Drive in Partnership with Revive Solutions LLC and ITAVFoundation Philadelphia, PA – October 21, 2024 – In collaboration with the American Red Cross, Revive Solutions LLC and ITAVFoundation are partnering to host “Hope in Every Drop: Supporting Sickle Cell & Community Health,” a blood drive […]

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: In Loving Memory of Rasheena Phinisee

On behalf of ITAVFoundation, The Byrd Cancer Advocacy & Education Foundation, and the Ricky Codio Foundation, we are deeply saddened to announce the passing of Rasheena Phinisee. Rasheena was a radiant force in our community—a tireless advocate and a loving mother who touched countless lives through her work and her spirit.  Diagnosed with invasive ductal […]