The Chadds Ford Township Residents Association is a volunteer, non-profit, civic organization located in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania whose mission is to create a strong sense of community within the Township, support its residents and businesses, and help retain the area’s unique historical quality and rural character.
The Association is a non-political and non-partisan organization funded through donations and membership. It works in partnership with, but it is independent from, the Chadds Ford Township Government.
Our Mission
- To serve as a central hub connecting Chadds Ford residents to the diverse and unique resources of their township.
- To provide timely information about our government, businesses, and area attractions – as well as local weather and traffic – through our website and social media platforms, such as the Facebook group Chadds Ford Pennsylvania.
- To recognize the achievements of the wonderful people who live here by awarding the Annual Scholarship, Citizen of the Year, and Business of the Year awards.
- To create a sense of community and conserve the environment through local events and activities like the Roadside Clean Up, Recycling Day, and Food Drive.
- To educate residents about the historic nature of our Township through community events, guest speakers, and The CFTRA’s online presence.
- To partner with the Township to provide community outreach as well as support for emergency response efforts with the “Neighbors Helping Neighbors” program, providing assistance to residents affected by disasters such as floods or fire.
- To encourage civic engagement by sharing information about local government and elections.
- To support local business by connecting them with local residents and anyone who loves Chadds Ford.
- To welcome new residents and provide them with information about the community.
Officers
Susan Worteck, President
Jesse Sheppard, Vice President
Jody Allen, Treasurer
Tex Varney, Secretary
Committees
Residential Membership Committee
Chair: Susan Worteck
Co-Chairs: Katharine King & Margie Pierce
Business Membership and Award Committee
Chair: Susan Worteck
Co-Chair: Karen Tancredi
Cultural Organizations Partnership Committee
Co-Chairs: Jody Allen, Carolyn Daniels, & Katharine King
Community Engagement & Events Committee
Chair: Jody Allen
Co-Chairs: Tex Varney
Communications Committee
Website & Graphic Design Chair: Jesse Sheppard
Social Media & Media Relations Chair: Susan Worteck
Social Media & Media Relations Co-Chairs: Tex Varney & Jesse Sheppard
Awards Committee
Chair: Susan Worteck
Co-Chair: Katharine King & Carolyn Daniels
By-Laws Committee
Chair: Tex Varney
Co-Chairs: Jody Allen
Press
Chadds Ford Live – “CF Civic Group Reawakens”


