Foundation Donates $50K To Kin Wellness Center In Buckingham

BUCKINGHAM, PA — The Kin Wellness and Support Center has announced the receipt of a $50,000 donation from the Peter E. and Catherine R. Getchell Foundation.

Kin, which provides free services to cancer patients and their caregivers across Bucks County, is 100 percent funded by the community, relies on donations, both financial and in-kind, to provide care to nearly 200 cancer patients and their families across Bucks County.

Catherine, who also serves as a founding partner of Kin, was one of the first people in the
community to offer a significant financial contribution when the non-profit was in the planning and development phase allowing Kin to fast track and open in record time.

“The first of three cases of cancer in my immediate family prompted me to devote my energies and resources to cancer research for many decades," shares Catherine Getchell. "I still support
research, but when I read about Kin, I could see how such a place would help lift the burden of cancer for both the patient, family, and caregiver. That is why I continue to support Kin.”

“I credit Cathie and her foundation with being a driving force behind making our young non-profit solvent at a crucial time in our growth and development," said Keith Fenimore, founding member and executive director of Kin. "Her early adoption has made a significant impact on our patients. It is my hope that this donation inspires others in the community to look to our 100 percent donation funded non-profit when they want to support local cancer patients in a meaningful way.”

In addition to sponsorships, Kin offers naming rights to select areas within the 5,000 square foot center that includes four treatment suites, a living room, kitchen, events space, yoga and fitness studio and welcome area.

Kin was built by the community over a 10 month period from February 2021 and December 8,
2021 when doors were opened to the public. Currently healthcare organizations including Fox
Chase Cancer Center, Doylestown Health, Alliance, Jefferson University Hospital, Penn
Medicine, Trinity, Grand View Hospital and St. Luke’s refer their cancer patients to Kin for care.

Fox Chase Cancer Center and Grandview Hospital are official sponsors. Kin has 50 practitioners
and instructors who offer a full range of services including reflexology, massage, facials, reiki,
acupuncture, chiropractic, EFT tapping, Meditation, therapy, support groups, cooking and
nutrition, stretching and balance, yoga, light fitness, Barre3, Pilates and workshops.

Companies and individuals in the community looking to donate locally and support Bucks
County cancer patients can connect with us by calling 267-544-5981 or via email at
hello@welcometokin.org. Learn more at www.welcometokin.org.

Kin is an all-inclusive 5,000 sq. ft. retreat, offering support, fitness, therapy and integrative
services. Kin is inspired by local Bucks County resident Corinne Sikora, who battled both brain
and breast cancer. The Center is free to Bucks County residents battling cancer regardless
of where they are receiving treatment and welcomes caregivers as well.

Free programs include nutrition, yoga, fitness, one-on-one counseling, support groups, workshops, massage, reflexology, reiki, chiropractic, acupuncture, and facials. Kin is a unique Center that looks to satisfy the emotional, social and physical needs of cancer patients. The success of Kin is made possible through generous donations from the local Bucks County Community.

Kin’s mission is to help people find calm and peace and center themselves in a restorative environment. The non-profit strives to bring people to a place where they feel empowered to manage their diagnoses through treatment, recovery and beyond.

Kin is run and operated through the nonprofit Main St. Missions 501(c)(3).