We were thrilled to recognize Doug Gifford as the 2024 Pillar of the Community for his long-standing commitment to community service. Through his role as a member of the Lower Salford Township Board of Supervisors, he championed the relationship between Encore Experiences and the Township; ensuring that GHNPSS has a dedicated space to provide older adults with programs and resources well into their later years.

Doug is a true community servant. He first joined the Lower Salford Township Board of Supervisors in 1990 and would remain a committed member until his retirement in 2023. He served twice as the Chairman; first from 1996 to 1998 and again from 2002 through 2022. In addition, Doug was a member of the Lower Salford Township Zoning Hearing Board and a member of the Lower Salford Township Recreation Authority, currently serving as Chairman. He also volunteered as a member of the Harleysville Jaycees. His colleagues sing his praises, expressing that, Doug “has truly been (and continues to be) a very integral part of Lower Salford Township and the surrounding community. We here at the Township can honestly say that we are a better place to live, work and play because of his selfless efforts.”

While Doug is a committed community volunteer, he also ran a successful law practice, Clemens, Nulty and Gifford, for close to 50 years. He officially closed his office in January 2024. His main areas of practice were Domestic Relations, Zoning, Real Estate (Commercial and Residential), Municipal Law, Commercial Litigation, Estates, Personal Injury, Litigation and Corporations. We think it can be said that Doug has led a very full life and is well-deserving of his retirement with his family including Kathleen and their children, Robert and Katie.