Help PhillyCyberGuard Protect and Empower Our Community

Cybercrime is rising fast across Philadelphia. In 2024, Pennsylvanians lost over $400 million to online scams, fraud, and identity theft, with thousands of families and seniors affected source :(https://whp580.iheart.com/content/2025-04-30-fbi-pennsylvanians-lost-400m-to-cybercrimes-in-2024/?utm_source

). Many victims didn’t know where to turn or how to protect themselves.

That’s why we’re starting PhillyCyberGuard, a community-driven nonprofit dedicated to making Philly safer online and helping people launch their careers in IT and cybersecurity.

Our mission: Protect. Educate. Empower.

What We Do

Help Seniors Stay Safe Online

Many older adults struggle with passwords, scams, and digital privacy. We teach them how to set strong passwords, spot fake links, and stay safe while using phones, tablets, and computers.

‍‍ Teach Families About Cyber Safety

We raise awareness in households about protecting children online, gaming safety, and keeping personal data secure.

Support Future IT & Cyber Professionals

We mentor people who want to begin a career in cybersecurity or IT — offering guidance, study resources, and networking connections so they can take their first step confidently.

Community Awareness Events

We’ll host free workshops, local awareness programs, and online safety sessions for anyone who wants to learn and protect themselves.

Why We Need Your Help

We’re launching PhillyCyberGuard from the ground up and need your support to get started.

Donations will help us cover:

Nonprofit registration and setup

Educational materials for seniors and families

Workshops and mentorship programs

Website, awareness campaigns, and volunteer coordination

Every contribution makes a difference:

$15 – Helps one senior learn cyber safety basics

$40 – Supports materials for family awareness sessions

$100 – Funds mentorship and guidance for someone starting in IT/cyber

Our Vision

PhillyCyberGuard exists because too many people in our city feel lost digitally — some are losing money to scams, while others want to enter tech but don’t know where to start.

We believe cybersecurity should be for everyone, not just experts. With your support, we can make Philadelphia a place where people feel safe online and inspired to learn.

Together, we can protect our community — one password, one person, and one future at a time.