In recognition of our gratitude, John Neill Painting & Decorating is always looking for opportunities to give back to the communities that have helped make our company what it is today.

If your local church, synagogue, school, or other non-profit organization is in need of work,
please complete and submit a project request form.

Trevor’s Place - Fall 2011

On a cold December night in 1983, 11-year-old Trevor Ferrell saw a TV newscast about people living on the streets. Those images stirred a compassion deep within Trevor and he pleaded with his parents to take him to downtown Philadelphia so he could give his blanket and pillow to the first homeless person he met.  In ensuing weeks, with the help of family, classmates and neighbors, Trevor made nightly trips into Philadelphia to distribute food, clothing and blankets to the needy.  Through hundreds of generous citizens and businesses, this little "campaign" soon grew into places to stay and an entire array of services.

The dream and compassion of one small boy has taken on a life of its own and become an integral part of the vital services offered to the estimated 24,000 homeless of Philadelphia.  Since its humble beginnings, the Campaign has grown in its approach and sophistication to how best enable the homeless to regain self-sufficiency.

With the spirit of Thanksgiving in the air, we were honored to be included in revitalizing Trevor's Place, 
a shelter for women and children in downtown Philadelphia, in conjunction with Benjamin Moore and the PDCA (Painting and Decorating Contractors of America). Over the course of three days, we painted common spaces throughout the shelter including the entry and halls, offices, and common rooms.
A fresh and vibrant color palate was selected by Benjamin Moore, who also supplied the paint.

"We had a great three days. Everything we set out to accomplish is cleaned up and completed on time! We had over thirty painters on the job and some carpenters. I believe the folks at Trevor's Place really appreciated the fact that we enhanced the look of their facility and addressed some of the pressing needs to make their facility look better. I wanted to thank everyone involved who participated. I want to especially thank John and David Neill for making things go smooth and especially for the guys who gave up their weekend to volunteer their own time for a good cause."

Thanks,
Joe Feeney
Commercial Sales Representative
Benjamin Moore

Please visit the Trevor's Place website to learn more about the organization and the work they do in Philadelphia.   

Watch the Video: http://colorcare.wideeyeclient.com/us/pennsylvania/ 

Narberth Boys Basketball League– Summer 2011

We are proud to be a sponsor of one of the most well-known and longest running summer leagues in the Main Line area. This season, my youngest son, Sulaiman Neill, is the head coach of the John Neill Painting Junior League team, and we are all looking forward to an exciting season ahead. If you’re in the area and a fan of basketball, please come join us in the stands. If not, be sure to check back to see how our season is playing out. Hopefully we’ll see you at the Championship Game. - John Neill

Schedule & Standings
May 1 vs. Nan’s Mighty Macs at 7:00 pm – W 47/44
May 4 vs. Real Pizza at 6:00 pm – rained out – rescheduled for May 15 at 6:00 pm – L 49/38
May 10 vs. NSM Insurance at 6:00 pm – L 38/31
May 19 vs. Willcox & Valentine at 6:00 pm – W 54/47
May 23 vs. Penn Liberty Bank at 6:00 pm – L 42/36
June 15 vs. L. O’Connor, Esq. at 6:00 pm
June 20 vs. Richard J. Seltzer Realty at 7:00 pm
June 29 vs. The Cappers at 7:00 pm
Playoffs –week of July 11 & July 17
Finals – week of July 24

Narberth League Basketball Website

Radnor A Better Chance House - Fall 2010

Radnor A Better Chance is one of many community schools in the National A Better Chance program, which identifies and recruits academically talented and motivated students of color from disadvantaged school districts and places them in outstanding public, independent and private high schools across the United States. Radnor A Better Chance students live in a group home setting, attend Radnor High School and are in an advanced college prep curriculum.

This fall, we donated our time and services to paint the exterior of the 100-year old Victorian home in which the students reside in the center of Wayne. After a thorough pressure cleaning, we spent a Saturday in October repainting all of the trim white, the corbels and front door a beautiful, rustic red called “Copper Mine” by Benjamin Moore and the porch floor a rich brown.

"On behalf of the board, students and staff of Radnor A Better Chance, I would like to thank you for your generosity (once again). Your staff returned to our ABC house to repaint the porch floor and it looks amazing. It is the kindness of business owners like you that keep our organization afloat after 39 years in Radnor. Our sincere thanks. "
– Melissa Schorr, Board President

"Radnor A Better Chance would like to thank you and your staff for spending your Saturday preparing and painting the ABC house. Being a non profit this was not something we could budget for at this time. The house looks wonderful. You have made a difference to our scholars and staff who call this their home away from home. "
– Florence Hubert, Board President

“Your crew did a wonderful job on the house. As a member of the Radnor ABC Board, I am grateful for your community spirit and a great painting job!”
– Pam Blittersdorf

Getting set up to start the project		Fully restored exterior
Before		After

John Neill in his "whites"		John Neill Painting employees who volunteered to help complete the project

St. Malachy Parish - Spring 2010

St. Malachy Parish consists of a church and school established in 1850 at the edge of the city limits. Now known as a “beacon of hope” in North Philadelphia, they welcome all people from the surrounding community. The school provides a family-oriented environment that encourages academic excellence while fostering an awareness to our human connection, to our God, and to our global community. This Spring, we volunteered our services to repaint the ceilings in the school hallway.

“I cannot thank you enough for allowing St. Malachy to participate in your “In The Community” program. The donation of time, labor and skill of your crew of painters is invaluable. Our teachers were happily surprised with the newly painted school hall ceiling and two of the students said the hall looked “awesome!”
I couldn’t agree more. Your company and employees have certainly given back to the community and our mission at St. Malachy School. We are extremely grateful.”
– Reverend Monsignor Kevin C. Lawrence, Pastor

Laurel House - Summer 2009

The Laurel House is a domestic violence agency/safe house serving individuals and families throughout Montgomery County. This summer we have teamed up with the local chapter of A.S.I.D. (American Society of Interior Designers) to help with the complete renovation of their primary location. Over the course of the next few months, we will provide all of the painting services needed to assist in the creation of a safe and welcoming environment for all who seek help and shelter there.

Agnes Irwin Spring Market - Spring 2009

This past spring we were contacted to help with the staging for the first Agnes Irwin Spring Market. We purchased and installed all of the latticework to separate each of the vendor stations, creating backdrops on which their products could be displayed. Over forty vendors participated in this successful weekend of shopping, with all of the proceeds benefiting the school fundraising efforts.

Bryn Mawr Film Institute - Winter 2008

The Bryn Mawr Film Institute is a non-profit community theater founded in 2002. The goal of the theater is to provide an opportunity for learning and sharing within the community through diverse films. In the winter of 2008, we donated our time and services to BMFI to paint the newly renovated arcade and entrance areas into the theater.

Main Line Night School - 2007

Main Line School Night is a non-profit organization committed to providing affordable continuing education classes to adults. Their mission is to enhance and stimulate personal growth and enrichment within the individual, thus enhancing the community as well. During the winter of 2007, we painted the interior of the Creutzberg Center, the main building where classes are held.

“Please accept the heartfelt thanks of the board, staff and students of Main Line Night School for your kind contribution of painting work. Everyone who comes into the Creutzburg Center raves about how wonderful it looks - the building is truly the showcase it was meant to be.”

Haverford Friends Schools - 2006

At the Haverford Friends School, we
painted one of the stairwells white to set
the backdrop as a blank canvas on which
the students created their very own rain
forest mural. We also donated all of the
supplies needed, including John Neill
Painting t-shirts for each participant,
to protect their clothes while creating
their masterpiece.