Mark your calendars for our annual
Be A Hero Benefit & Celebration!
Merion Tribute House
625 Hazelhurst Ave., Narberth PA 19072
6:30 to 9:30 PM
Dinner, drinks, silent auction and raffle
Check back soon! Ticket sales will open in early April.
Our 2026 Honorees:
Carrie Gish Rockford, Esq. is honored for her work to create a more equitable world and for her lasting contributions to Team Up Philly.
Lowell Rich is our beloved Team Up Philly tennis coach and is an unparalleled model of giving back to the community. He has changed countless children's lives in Philadelphia and beyond.
Jay Barry Harris Hero of the Year
Jay Harris was a man of impeccable integrity who devoted his time and talents to many causes, including Team Up Philly. As a board member, he brought his wisdom, guidance, and wit to our mission. In his quest to make a difference in his professional life, Jay focused on concussions occurring in NFL players and claims arising from the fracking industry. Jay’s selfless sense of citizenship, belief that it was his responsibility to share his gifts, and his commitment to making the world a better place, led us to name this annual award in his memory and honor.
Previous Honorees of the Jay Barry Harris Hero of the Year Award
2025: Diane Richardson and Lauri Bender Koropey
2024: Nikki Franke
2023: Lurline Jones and Susan Thal
2019: Ann Koger
2018: David M. Felson
2017: Lynn H. Yeakel
2016: Joan C. Mazzotti
2015: Marsha Levick, Esquire
Thank you to our amazing sponsors!
Our amazing sponsors include:
MVP:
Bob Thal
Carrie Gish Rockford, Esq. & Marc Rockford
Trailblazers:
Anonymous
Joan Mazzotti & Michael C. Kelly
Game Changer:
Dorrell Farms Foundation
Fourth Gate Homes LLC, Barbara Binnis
Pamela Hamilton
Laura & Roman Koropey
Ulrike Schunk & Phil Zuzelo
Marc Siebert & Alan Schwartz
Susan Thal & Ed Siebert
Advocate:
Ardmore Toyota
Carlos Bradley
The Buckman Family
Kathy Clupper & Jim Domenick
Friends of Team Up Philly
The Harris Family
Key Financial, Inc.
Bonnie & Paul Offit
Marian & Larry Pearlman
PHL Sports
USTA Middle States
Ashi Weeraratna & Pat Morin
Anonymous
Anonymous
Event One
Be a Hero Benefit & Celebration, featuring cocktails, dinner and a lively auction, will be held on Thursday, May 15th at Merion Tribute House. This event raises funds to ensure girls have excellent programming at no cost.