EXTON, PA — Chester County non-profit organization A Child’s Light has been selected for the second consecutive year as the official community beneficiary for the Women’s Business Connection of Chester County (WBCCC) annual Designer Bag Bingo fundraiser.
Building on the success of last year’s event—which raised $13,284 to directly fund specialized, rapid-response therapy for local youth—the upcoming fundraiser aims to further expand access to critical mental health services across Chester County.
Event Details & Location
The premier event brings community members, local business owners, and supporters together for an evening of professional networking, dinner, and high-stakes bingo.
- Date: Wednesday, October 21, 2026
- Time: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM (Registration & networking start at 5:00 PM; Bingo begins at 6:00 PM)
- Location: Raymour & Flanigan Outlet, 103 East Swedesford Rd, Exton, PA 19341
- Format: Includes 10 regular rounds of Bingo plus a bonus round, along with dinner and dessert. Attendees are welcome to bring their own beverages (BYOB; no hard liquor).
Supporting Youth Healing and Hope
A Child’s Light is dedicated to serving children and adolescents who have survived severe, high-impact adverse events and trauma. Subsidized mental health care in Chester County often carries waitlists of several months. By pre-paying a network of over 100 private, trauma-informed therapists, A Child’s Light bypasses systemic delays and connects vulnerable youth to care in as little as five days. Proceeds from the Bingo fundraiser directly cover the first 12 therapy sessions (three months of care) for youth in need.
“We are beyond proud to donate the proceeds from our fundraising efforts to our community partner, A Child’s Light,” said Chris Anderson, Board President of WBCCC. “Last year’s contribution helped provide expedited mental health support for children in our community, which is the heart of our mission.”
“Last year’s incredible $13,000 contribution made an immediate, life-changing difference for children who survived severe trauma,” added Leslie Holt, Founder and Executive Director of A Child’s Light. “We are deeply grateful for WBCCC’s ongoing support in elevating our cause and helping guide vulnerable children toward a brighter, more hopeful future.”
How to Get Involved
Community participation and local sponsorship are key to making the evening a success:
- Purchase Tickets: Individual tickets and ticket bundles are available online.
- Sponsor the Event: Local businesses can sponsor Bingo rounds or donate raffle items to gain local visibility while supporting youth mental health.
- Participate in Raffles: Attendees can participate in raffle baskets, door prize drawings, and a 50/50 raffle throughout the night.
To register for the event, purchase tickets, or explore sponsorship opportunities, visit the Women’s Business Connection website at wbcchesco.com or learn more about the cause at childslight.com.
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