E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation
E. Kneale Dockstader was a dedicated resident of southern Chester County for over 50 years. After retiring from DuPont in 1978, he was appointed by Kennett Township as Director of the Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA). Shortly thereafter, he accepted the role of Chairman of the Board.
In that role, Kneale led the effort to address the region’s long-term solid waste needs. He developed and executed a plan to establish a new landfill site in London Grove Township, successfully securing permits and launching operations. Today, that facility continues to serve approximately115,000 residents throughout southern Chester County. Under his leadership, SECCRA grew substantially and accumulated over $18 million in assets.
Following Kneale’s retirement as Chairman, the SECCRA Board of Directors unanimously voted to honor his legacy by establishing the E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation in 2002. This charitable organization was created under Section 509(a)(1) of the federal tax code and is supported by an ongoing stipend from SECCRA.
The Foundation is governed by an independent seven-member board of directors and is staffed by a part-time secretary and bookkeeper. Its mission is to fund environmental projects, educational scholarships, and community initiatives that benefit southern Chester County—continuing Kneale Dockstader’s vision for a cleaner, more sustainable future.
To learn more about the Foundation’s mission and programs, visit their website or reach out via email at: info@dockstaderfoundation.org
