2025 Love in Action Honorees
American Heritage Credit Union
Founded in 1948, American Heritage Credit Union has grown to become one of the largest member-owned financial cooperatives in the region, proudly serving more than 318,000 members and over 800 organizations through its Workplace Partnership Program. While the credit union has expanded over the years, its mission has always remained the same — to serve, support, and uplift the communities it calls home.
CORA Services became a Workplace Partner of American Heritage in 2019, beginning a collaboration built on shared values of compassion, care, and opportunity. Since that time, American Heritage has been honored to support CORA through a variety of initiatives, including book donations that inspire a love of reading through the Books for Kids program, sponsorship of community celebrations and fundraising events such as the Golf Classic and CORA Fest, and the provision of holiday meals for members of the CORA community.
At the heart of this partnership is the Kids-N-Hope Foundation, founded by American Heritage in 1996. Through its contributions, the Foundation has provided direct financial support to CORA, extending hope and resources to children and families and reflecting the deep belief that every child deserves the opportunity to learn, grow, and thrive.
American Heritage believes that true partnership extends beyond financial services and into the heart of community impact. The credit union is humbled to receive the 2025 “Love in Action” Award from CORA Services and is grateful for the opportunity to continue this journey of compassion, service, and hope together.
Asher Kemp Jr. MSW, MBA
Asher Kemp, Jr. is a distinguished executive with more than three decades of leadership in health and human services, widely recognized for his visionary approach to organizational growth, community engagement, and advocacy.
Since 2019, Asher has served as Executive Director of the Coalition of Culturally Competent Providers (CCCP), where he has transformed the Coalition into one of Philadelphia’s most influential voices in behavioral health. Under his leadership, membership has grown from 5 to 22 agencies, expanding its footprint across the city’s provider network and ensuring culturally competent practices remain at the forefront of behavioral health policy and service delivery. He has led impactful advocacy efforts, testifying before government bodies and shaping reforms that directly benefit thousands of consumers. At the same time, he has significantly expanded fundraising, leading innovative campaigns and hosting high-profile events—most notably the Coalition’s annual fundraiser at the Philadelphia Art Museum—further elevating the Coalition’s visibility, credibility, and prestige.
Beyond his work with CCCP, Asher is the founder and CEO of Alliance Solutions LLC, a consultancy dedicated to strengthening nonprofit and human services organizations through strategic planning, management assistance, and government affairs. His work with Alliance includes his role as Executive Director of the Szucs Foundation, where he created a streamlined mini-grant process and developed new revenue pathways through elite space rentals, with proceeds funding human services causes.
Earlier in his career, Asher founded Multi-Therapy Services, Inc., a pioneering agency that delivered a wide array of services to individuals and families across the Tri-State region. Under his leadership, MTS secured a statewide contract with New Jersey’s Child Protective Services—an operational model still in effect today—and negotiated multiple school district contracts to increase service access for students of color, improving academic and health outcomes.
A lifelong advocate, Asher has also served in public office as President of the Yeadon Borough Council, as well as on numerous boards and commissions dedicated to children and families.. Asher’s influence also extends to senior services, as highlighted by his role as President of the Board of The Senior Community Services of Delaware County, where his commitment began at age 14 as a volunteer. His dedication to community health and equity has been recognized through numerous awards, including the American Red Cross Partner Award, the Pyramid Club Young Executive of Distinction Award, and the Spirit of Leadership Award from Creative Wellness.
Asher holds a Master’s Degree in Social Work from Delaware State University, a Master’s in Business Administration from Eastern University, and a Bachelor of Science from Cheyney University of Pennsylvania. His career reflects an unwavering commitment to service, equity, and innovation—values that continue to define his leadership in advancing culturally competent, community-centered behavioral health care.
Philadelphia Bar Association
Founded in 1802, the Philadelphia Bar Association is the oldest association of lawyers in the United States and a cornerstone of the city’s legal and civic landscape. For more than two centuries, the Association has advanced the cause of justice, promoted access to the courts, and supported the professional development of the legal community.
With a mission rooted in service, the Philadelphia Bar Association works to improve the justice system, strengthen the rule of law, and advocate for equity and fairness across all communities. Its members include attorneys, judges, and legal professionals dedicated to pro bono work, civic engagement, and the ethical practice of law.
Through its numerous sections, committees, and public initiatives, the Bar Association fosters collaboration, professional growth, and a shared commitment to upholding justice for all. Its enduring leadership continues to shape Philadelphia’s legal community while advancing the ideals of integrity, service, and civic responsibility.
