The Hope Award honors the donors whose support and dedication allow Pressley Ridge to continue our mission of doing whatever it takes to create success for children and families.
The 2025 Awardee is Sherin Knowles.
Sherin Knowles began her journey with Pressley Ridge in 1965, when she joined the board of directors for the Protestant Home for Children. Since then, she has cultivated a deep and enduring connection to the organization’s mission of serving children and families with care and innovation.
Over the past six decades, Sherin has played a vital role across multiple Pressley Ridge boards—including the governing board, foundation board, and advisory board—bringing wisdom, dedication, and heart to every endeavor. Her visionary leadership helped shape some of Pressley Ridge’s most transformative milestones, including the founding of the Ohiopyle Wilderness School in 1974 and the launch of the nation’s first therapeutic foster care program in 1981.
Sherin’s unwavering compassion and commitment have left an indelible mark on generations of children, and her legacy continues to inspire all who share in Pressley Ridge’s mission.
Learn more about Sherin and her contributions in the video below.
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