A colorful paper cutting shows a double cradle grave overflowing with flower in the foreground with the Hamilton Mansion and a large Caucasian Zelkova in the background.

Original paper cutting artwork by Sue Gettlin featuring a double grave garden in the foreground and the historic Hamilton Mansion in the background.

THE WOODLANDS ANNUAL BENEFIT

Thursday, June 12th, 2025
from 5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

Join us at The Woodlands for a party in celebration of one of West Philadelphia’s most active, significant, and well-loved places. Enjoy bites from local chefs, a silent auction, and the opportunity to fund critical needs at the cemetery. This event is made possible by the generosity of our Benefit Sponsors, partners, and guests. If you have any questions, please contact info@woodlandsphila.org

DEAR FRIENDS,

In times of uncertainty, The Woodlands remains a steadfast anchor. As stewards of these 54 acres in West Philadelphia, we pride ourselves on maintaining a welcoming, beautiful, and nurturing haven for all who pass through the gates. We cannot do this work without the help and support of our community.

One community that greatly contributes to this work is the Grave Gardeners. Ten years ago, we put out a call to help us garden some untended graves, and we were flooded with volunteers. The group became The Woodlands Grave Gardeners. Today, the program has grown to 160 volunteers gardening 250 adopted cradle graves, adding life and color to the grounds. Our program has inspired historic cemeteries around the world.

We invite you to join us at The Woodlands Annual Benefit on Thursday, June 12th, where we will celebrate the 10th Year of the Grave Gardeners and toast to ten more.

The event will feature food and drinks from fabulous local vendors and a silent auction, with the cemetery's late spring beauty as our backdrop.

Consider becoming a Benefit Sponsor and help us raise $75,000 to support the operations, landscape, and programs that enable The Woodlands to thrive. By sponsoring the Annual Benefit, you will receive recognition for your contribution at the event and in pre-event publicity. Attendees will have the opportunity to connect with friends, colleagues, and make new acquaintances at the party.

Become a Benefit Sponsor by making a donation online or by mailing a check.

Your sponsorship makes the mission of The Woodlands possible and ensures that this historic green space can continue to serve the Philadelphia community. We look forward to celebrating with you on Thursday, June 12th.


With gratitude,

Becca Flemmer, 
Board President
Jessica Baumert, Executive Director 

COME HUNGRY!

The evening will feature food and drinks from your local foodie favorites

Sponsor levels and ticket quantities are as follows:

CYPRESS $400 (2 event tickets)

CEDAR $800 (4 event tickets)       

MAGNOLIA $1,200 (6 event tickets)

ELM $2,500 (8 event tickets)         

OAK $5,000 (10 event tickets)

ZELKOVA $10,000 (12 event tickets)

For a full description of Sponsor Benefits, click here.

Become a Benefit Sponsor by making a secure donation online or by mailing us a check using this downloadable form.

THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR BENEFIT SPONSORS AND ATTENDEES!

THANK YOU TO OUR GENEROUS SPONSORS

 

CAN’T ATTEND THE BENEFIT?

If you are unavailable on Thursday, June 12th but still want to support The Woodlands, please consider making a donation. The preservation and care of The Woodlands and the funding for various programs are only possible through the generous support of friends and donors.
We invite you to make this important work possible.