Our Mission

At Garrett Williamson, we are committed to nurturing loving and respectful connections between people and nature. Our extraordinary property serves as a dynamic canvas for learning, allowing us to provide access to our programs for children and families in the greater Philadelphia area regardless of their financial means. 

Our History

Founded in 1910 by Elizabeth Garrett, Garrett Williamson has a rich legacy of supporting underserved communities. Elizabeth Garrett’s vision was to provide a vacation home for underserved communities and since then, we have remained committed in our mission to enhance lives through educational, environmental, and recreational programs for our community. 

Impact of Your Donation

During Delco Gives, every donation of $10 or more helps Garrett Williamson grow our Educational Garden while increasing our number of unique donors, unlocking additional bonus funds to expand our impact. 

Your participation supports hands-on, place-based learning rooted in the Three A’s: Accountability, Attention, and Awe—where students don’t just learn about nature, they care for it, engage with it, and find their place within it. 

Your gift helps sustain the garden as a living classroom, provide meaningful learning experiences, and ensure access for families in our community. Because during Delco Gives, it’s not about how much you give, it’s about showing up.