First Fidelity Bank Awards $15,000 Grant to Support Breast Cancer Research and Screening in Delaware County

Strategic Insights -

First Fidelity Bank has partnered with Crozer-Keystone Health System to support breast cancer research and screening programs in Delaware County. The $15,000 grant aims to address the growing concern of breast cancer in the community, where an estimated 140 women will die of the disease this year. Crozer-Keystone Health System has identified breast cancer as a key community health issue, and First Fidelity is pleased to support their efforts to increase awareness and promote early detection.

Key Takeaways:

  • First Fidelity Bank has awarded a $15,000 grant to Crozer-Keystone Health System for breast cancer research and screening programs in Delaware County.
  • The grant aims to reduce the number of breast cancer deaths in the county, where an estimated 140 women will die of the disease this year.
  • Approximately 40,000 women in Delaware County should have annual mammograms but do not, contributing to the county's high rate of breast cancer deaths.
  • First Fidelity Bank's donation will support Crozer-Keystone's efforts to increase awareness and promote early detection of breast cancer in the community.
  • The partnership between First Fidelity and Crozer-Keystone demonstrates their shared commitment to improving community health and well-being.
  • Crozer-Keystone Health System includes Crozer-Chester Medical Center, Delaware County Memorial Hospital, Springfield Hospital, five long-term care facilities, and a primary care physicians network.
  • Roland K. Bullard, II, Senior Executive Vice President of First Fidelity Bank, notes that the bank and health system share a common goal and constituency, which is to better serve the community.

Statistics:

  • Estimated 140 women will die of breast cancer in Delaware County this year.
  • Approximately 40,000 women in the county who should have annual mammograms do not, contributing to the county's high rate of breast cancer deaths.
  • First Fidelity Bank operates more than 700 offices in six states, including Connecticut, Delaware, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania.
  • First Fidelity Bank is one of the nation's 25 largest banking companies.

Sources:

  • Philadelphia Inquirer, April 26, 1995
  • First Fidelity Bank press release, April 26, 1995