On Thursday, November 12, 2009, Suzanne F. Roberts received Philadelphia Corporation for Aging’s M. Powell Lawton Quality of Life Award at The Union League, in Center City. The award reception and dinner followed PCA’s annual M. Powell Lawton Conference on Urban Aging, which was also held at The Union League that day. The proceeds generated from the M. Powell Lawton award dinner and conference benefited the Emergency Fund for older Philadelphians.

On Thursday, November 12, 2009, the Hamels Foundation held a fundraiser to support Philadelphia's youth through education at the Moshulu. Guests enjoyed complimentary cocktails and food. Photography by Tyler Boye Photography.

On Sunday, November 8, 2009, the Deborah Hospital Foundation held their Fourth-Annual Red Tie Gala at the Park Hyatt Regency, Penn’s Landing in Philadelphia. The evening included dinner, dancing, and live entertainment. An auction helped the Foundation raise $270,000 for cardiac care.

On Friday, November 6, 2009, the Ronald McDonald House held their 35th Birthday Party at the Please Touch Museum. The event featured an address by Mayor Michael Nutter, along with the presentation of the first-ever Dr. Audrey E. Evans Award of Excellence to Dr. Jean Bennett, Dr. Katherine High, and Dr. Albert Maguire for their work in reversing congenital childhood blindness. The event raised $400,000 for the Ronald McDonald House. Photography by A Fresh Focus.

On Saturday, October 31, 2009, Rittenhouse Row treated kids to some Halloween fun. The day's events included a costume party, trick-or-treating, and a Halloween party at G Lounge. Children received plenty of candy as well as treats from local businesses. Photography by Jessica Vermeer Hawkes and Gillen Nowak.