Philadelphia Chapter - Penn State Alumni Association

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month (CCAM) is recognized during September, when organizations around the world honor those impacted by childhood cancer while raising critical awareness and funds. Liberty Ball is proud to support the mission to conquer childhood cancer. Check back throughout the month as we highlight some of the ways Liberty Ball helps bring us closer to achieving this goal, as well as how you can get involved!

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*DEADLINE EXTENDED! Nominees will now be accepted up to September 30th.

We are seeking nominees for the Kayla Nakonechni Knight award! This award honors Kayla's brave legacy by highlighting Philadelphia based organizations or individuals taking a stand in the fight against childhood cancer. Check out www.libertyball.org to learn more about Kayla's inspiring story.

Do you know a deserving organization? Leave a comment or message us!

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Every dollar counts in the fight against childhood cancer. Check out some of the ways your generous contributions to Liberty Ball make a difference!

From funding innovative music and play therapy to nutritionist services, your dollars help patients keep their minds and bodies strong throughout their treatment.

There are so many different ways to make an impact. For information about volunteering, sponsorship, or tickets/full tables visit https://lb2027.givesmart.com.

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🏈 KICK OFF THE SEASON WITH PENN STATE PHILLY! 💙🤍

Join us at Evil Genius Beer in Fishtown for Penn State vs. Marshall! Catch the game on TWO 16 ft screens with sound on, plus food & drink specials all game long.

See you Saturday at 3:30! WE ARE! 🦁🏈🐾

Swipe through for a look at this year’s First-Year Sendoff! 💙

Classes start tomorrow, and we’re so excited for a new generation of Penn Staters to officially begin their journey! Every year, we team up with our fellow local alumni chapters to welcome first-year students and their families to the Penn State community and make the transition to college a little easier. 🐾

To all of our new Nittany Lions: Good luck on your first day, and enjoy every minute. WE ARE! 🦁

Penn State Football is back in TWO WEEKS! 🏈🏈🏈

And that means another season of Penn State | Philly Chapter game watches! Join us all season long to cheer on the Nittany Lions and meet fellow Penn Staters! 💙💙💙

Whether you come every week or are joining us for the first time, we’d love to see you there! 🐾🐾🐾

Find up-to-date game watch info throughout the season at the link in our bio, and stay tuned for details on some special game watch events coming soon! 👀

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*** TICKETS ON SALE NOW! ***

Join us for The Liberty Ball, A Knight for the Kids, on Saturday, February 13, 2027, from 7PM to 12AM at the Crystal Tea Room in Philadelphia. Our 22nd annual "blue-tie" optional gala hosted by Philadelphia Chapter - Penn State Alumni Association supports Penn State THON and Four Diamonds in the mission to conquer childhood cancer. Get your tickets now at our early bird rate!

💙 The evening will include dinner, dancing, a silent auction, raffles, and stories from Four Diamonds families

🤍Since 2006, The Liberty Ball and Penn State Philly have raised over $616,000 to conquer childhood cancer.

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💙🤍🏈 PENN STATE–TEMPLE WEEKEND IN PHILLY! 🏈💙🤍
There’s a full weekend of Penn State pride coming to Philly! Join Penn State | Philly Chapter, our sister chapters, and fellow Penn Staters for three events surrounding the Penn State vs. Temple game.

🏈 PENN STATE vs. TEMPLE TAILGATE - Sat Sept 12, 9am @ Jetro Lot
Join Penn State Philly and friends from our sister chapters for a pregame tailgate before the Nittany Lions take on Temple! We’ll have games, great company, and breakfast food available for pay-what-you-wish donations benefiting Penn State Abington’s Food Pantry. BYOB!
📲 RSVP using the Partiful link in our bio and include your phone number to receive day-of location details and event updates.

🏙️ ROAR TOUR + PSU WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL - Fri Sept 11, 5pm to 11pm @ Cira Green & 6pm @ the Palestra
Join hundreds of Penn Staters at Cira Green for skyline views, food & beverages for purchase from Sunset Social, and appearances from the Penn State Cheerleaders, the Nittany Lion, and other special guests throughout the night! At 6 PM, head to The Palestra to cheer on Penn State Women’s Volleyball in person, or stay at Cira Green and watch the match on the big screen.

🌳 PENN STATE × TEMPLE COMMUNITY CLEAN-UP - Weds Sept 9, 5:30pm to 7:30pm @ FDR Park
Before we meet on the football field, we’re teaming up off of it! Penn State Philly and the Temple University Greater Philadelphia Network are joining forces for a community clean-up at FDR Park ahead of the Penn State vs. Temple game. Spots are limited, so reserve yours soon!

🔗 Find details and registration for all three events — plus game information — at the link in our bio.
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Meet the faces behind Penn State Philly! Presenting our 2026-27 Board, including some familiar faces, new members, and members stepping into new roles!
Keep an eye out for these friendly faces at our upcoming game watches and events. 🦁🏈 Details on this season’s game watches are coming soon! 💙