As of the 2024 census, women and girls comprise approximately half the population of Chester County, Pennsylvania. With that mind, we speak at length with Cheryl Brubaker, Executive Director of The Fund for Women and Girls. Cheryl details a number of the challenges that local women and girls face, and walks us through The Fund’s programs to address those challenges. She highlights The Fund’s focus on advocacy and helps us understand the direction of the organization’s current efforts.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

The Fund for Women and Girls

• Website: thefundcc.org
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/the-fund-for-women-and-girls
• Facebook: facebook.com/thefundchesco
• Instagram: instagram.com/thefundchesco
• YouTube: youtube.com/@ChescoFund
• The Blueprint Report (4th edition)
• Impact Report (2023/2024)

Additional Links

• Kaly – clothing, gifts, and accessories
• Committee of Seventy
• Women Against Abuse

TRANSCRIPT

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As we embrace the hustle-bustle of the holiday season, local retail shop owners are rushing to make the most of their busiest time of the year. We were lucky to connect with Kari Matthews, owner of Clean Slate Goods in Kennett Square. Kari unfolds how she built a purpose-driven retail boutique that connects local shoppers with makers from around the world. Kari shares the story behind her storefront, the values guiding her sourcing decisions, and why investing in artisans and ethical production matters deeply to her. We also talk about the in-person experience she creates for customers, the community partnerships that shape her business, and the impact of choosing gifts that truly change lives.

OUR PARTNERS

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

Clean Slate Goods

• Website: cleanslategoods.com
• Instagram: instagram.com/cleanslategoods
• Facebook: facebook.com/cleanslategoods

Local Nonprofits

• Kennett Area Community Services
• Young Moms
• The Wardrobe
• Family Promise of Southern Chester County
• Kennett Collaborative

Additional Links

• Boutique Hub
• WhizBang Retail Training

Related Episodes

• Keeping Kennett Square Welcoming and Beautiful with Daniel Embree

TRANSCRIPT

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The growth and vibrancy of Kennett Square and Southern Chester County is shaped by the places where the community gathers, works, and connects. In this episode, we sit down with Geoff Bosley, Vice President and CFO of LGB Properties, to explore how a family-run real estate company transforms buildings into community assets across the southern end of the county. Geoff shares the story behind the Market at Liberty Place – and walks us through the company’s approach to renovation, tenant partnerships, and supporting local businesses. We also discuss the challenges of running a boutique property firm, and Geoff’s years of service in local government.

OUR PARTNER

Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce

LINKS

LGB Properties

• lgbproperties.com
• Geoff Bosley on LinkedIn
• Property listings: lgbproperties.com/property-listings

Local Restaurants

• The Market at Liberty Place (An LGB Properties venue)
• Mary Pat’s Provisions
• State Street Pizza & Grill
• Kaboburritos
• La Verona
• The Naked Olive
• Lily Sushi & Grill
• Hangry Bear
• Braeloch Brewing
• Portabellos of Kennett Square
• Flowers Cafe

Local Nonprofits

• Kennett Collaborative
• The Mushroom Festival
• Mushroom Cap Half Marathon
• Camp Dreamcatcher
• The Garage Community and Youth Center

Related Episodes

• Nurturing Belonging and Celebrating Community with Children Impacted by HIV/AIDS with Patty Hillkirk
• Keeping Kennett Square Welcoming and Beautiful with Daniel Embree

Transcript

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