Legacy of Life: Transforming Lives

As I headed up I-95 for a tour of the Legacy of Life center, I missed my exit due to a change in traffic patterns and various cones, signs and equipment dotting the highway.  I wasn’t lost – I just needed to go a little further out of my way to get where I needed to be.  Once I arrived, I realized the extra time was definitely worth it.

Legacy of Life transforms lives by providing support and counseling to women in a crisis pregnancy so that they can overcome their fears and acknowledge that they are not alone during this journey.  During the tour we learned that the centers (there are two) offer free pregnancy testing, ultrasound, adoption referrals, parenting assistance and family support. In addition, there are opportunities for the women to engage in joyful camaraderie through such activities as art classes and picnics -- things they never may have had an opportunity to experience.   A positive and loving energy emanates from the staff and throughout the building itself.  Each room is crafted with care to offer a welcoming comfort to anyone who walks through the door. And the room that is filled to the brim with new baby clothes will just make you smile! This is a place that does not judge but instead offers peace, hope and ultimately joy to mothers who are not quite sure where to turn. 

For those in the Philadelphia tri-county area, I would highly recommend contacting Legacy of Life  (215-788-4051) to schedule a tour or visit their website to learn more about this organization’s invaluable mission.  Contributions – both monetary and office/baby supplies - are always welcome to ensure this supportive environment can continue. There are also opportunities to volunteer your time and talents.

Any of us can experience a detour in life – we are not necessarily lost, but just need a little extra time and guidance to know where we need to be.  Legacy of Life offers women and families this time and guidance in a loving and nurturing atmosphere.

Legacy of Life: A Call to Help Crisis Pregnancy Center's Needs

from Toby Mathas
Legacy of Life Foundation 

Legacy of Life Foundation supports two crisis women’s centers in Bucks County and Philadelphia, by fundraising to support the financial needs of these two life sustaining crisis pregnancy centers. The unique mission of the centers we fund is the counseling approach used to empower women in a crisis pregnancy to be free from fear and isolation so that they can freely choose life. 

Legacy of Life is asking for items for both of their centers. If you have any of the items listed below that you wish to contribute please contact Tobey Mathas at tobey@legacyoflifefoundation.org or you can send them a donation via their website using this link.  

Baby and Children Needs

• New baby clothing, both genders: Newborn to 4t

Office Supplies: 

• Staplers, tape dispensers, 1 or 2 smaller trashcans, 1 medium trash can notebooks, scissors, desk top file holders, manilla file folders, greeting cards, envelopes, sticker address labels (all sizes), packing tape, scissors, stapler, staples, dry erase markers, sharpie markers, copy paper (for printers), sticky back velcro, ziplock baggies, all sizes, paper clips, binder clips, straight pins, post it notes, hole punch, regular tape, paper goods (plates, cups, napkins, etc. seasonal and religious themed is fine) rubber bands, iphone chargers and cables, manilla envelopes, shelf/desk organizers, bins approx. the size of a shoe box, etc.

House/Random:

• Candles
• Pots and Pans for Star House
• Lawn mower
• Folding chairs
• Folding table
• Shop vac
• Vacuum 
• Baby Towels
• Coin counter/roller
• Bassinets and moses baskets
• Outdoor table and chairs or picnic table
• Miscelaneous Tools
• Yard tools, 
• Fans
• Window air conditioner

Legacy of Life Foundation supports two crisis women’s centers in Bucks County and Philadelphia, Pennsylvania,  by fundraising to support the financial needs of these two life sustaining crisis pregnancy centers. The unique mission of the centers we fund is the counseling approach used to empower women in a crisis pregnancy to be free from fear and isolation so that they can freely choose life.  For more information on this organization, please use this link.