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2 Homeless Shelters Closing in Delaware County as Funds Dry Up
Two homeless shelters in Delaware County and a rental assistance program are shutting down in four days because of the state budget impasse, writes Ximena Conde and Gillian McGoldrick for The Philadelphia Inquirer. The closures are considered temporary until a Pennsylvania budget is approved, but it will be a major hardship to homeless services, which…
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New Preservation Alliance Report Highlights Economic Benefits of Historic Designation
A new report by the nonprofit Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia highlights the economic benefits of a historic designation and its positive impact on housing affordability, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. Since 2016, when an outcry over the demolition of historically significant buildings prompted then-Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney to strengthen the city’s…
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PECO Launches New Grant Cycle for Its Green Region Open Space Program
PECO, in partnership with Natural Lands, recently opened applications for the 2025-2026 PECO Green Region Open Space program. The program provides competitive grants of up to $10,000 for incorporated nonprofits in Philadelphia and suburban municipalities within PECO’s service area. The funding supports a variety of projects aimed at preserving, protecting, and improving publicly accessible open…
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Ronald McDonald House in Philadelphia’s Volunteers Are Key to Making It All Possible
Ronald McDonald House Charities provides homes away from home in Philadelphia for families with sick children, made possible by hundreds of dedicated volunteers like Joe Selfridge, writes Stephanie Stahl for CBS News Philadelphia. Selfridge answers the phone and helps out at the front desk at the Philadelphia house. A retired Philadelphia teacher and grandfather of…
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Nonprofit in Bucks County Helps Children Discover Their Inner Author
The pen is mightier than the sword, especially for children seeking an opportunity to express themselves through storytelling and creative writing. Kiddie Authors Organization is a nonprofit dedicated to helping children discover and empower their inner author. Through free workshops and activities, children between the ages of 7 and 12 develop their writing skills while…
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Urban League of Philadelphia to Undergo Regional Expansion, Open 3 New Resource Centers
The Urban League of Philadelphia is planning a regional expansion that will see the nonprofit open three new resource centers and more than double its reach, writes Abigail Chachoute for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Once implemented, the Urban League of Philadelphia’s expansion will allow it to advocate and cover for the well-being of underserved communities…
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Philadelphia Leadership: Maryanne Parsons, President and Founder, Partners in Outreach
Maryanne Parsons, President and Founder of Partners in Outreach, spoke with PHILADELPHIA Today about growing up in the small-town community of Ridley Park, where she participated in community events, worked a variety of summer jobs, and learned leadership in student government. After a background in athletic training and a career in the insurance industry, Parsons…
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How Has Philadelphia Managed to Significantly Reduce Overdose Deaths in Kensington, Across the City?
Upon being elected mayor, Cherelle Parker designated addressing Kensington’s decades-old drug market as one of her many focuses. In several instances, the efforts that have since been made have led to some progress, writes Meir Rinde for Billy Penn at WHYY. Last year, the number of annual overdose deaths dropped for the second year in…
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Cradles to Crayons Provides Essentials for Children, Helping Them Feel Safe, Confident, and Ready to Learn
Cradles to Crayons, an East Falls nonprofit serving children from birth to age 18, provides essentials such as school supplies, winter coats, hygiene items, and more to help children feel safe, confident, and ready to learn, writes Chandler Lutz for CBS News Philadelphia. The organization’s work is vital in Philadelphia, frequently ranked among the nation’s…
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This Fishtown Organization Gives Seniors Sense of Purpose and Fulfillment Through Volunteer Opportunities
Lutheran Settlement House has occupied the same building in Fishtown since 1902. Known for providing a variety of social services — including food assistance, education programs, activities — to people of all ages, the organization has especially brought solace to the region’s older residents, writes Nicole Leonard for WHYY. More than half of the volunteer…
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The Lincoln Center: Helping Children Cope with Grief and Loss
While it’s common for children to take cues from movies or shows they watch, learning how to process grief in this way usually backfires. Films tend to portray grief in dramatic, oversimplified ways—a somber funeral, a tearful goodbye, or a young person burdened by loss. Yet, there’s a reason we connect with these stories: losing…
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Chester County Community Foundation Hosts Board of Directors Institute for Nonprofits
Attendees gained practical skills, networked, and left with actionable plans. Open networking and resource tables enabled attendees to connect and build relationships. Table discussions fostered collaboration, and everyone enjoyed food and refreshments. Zebulun Davenport, Ed.D., gave opening remarks about an ideal Board of Directors. Robbe Healey, MBA, NHA, ACFRE, FAFP, then delivered an inspiring keynote…
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TLC: The Role of Arts in Emotional and Cognitive Development
A stunning painting of the Grand Canyon. That catchy tune you can’t get out of your head. The meal at your favorite restaurant that looks and smells so incredible that your mouth waters just thinking about it. What is it about art that has such a powerful effect on us? Research shows that engaging in…
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MANNA Celebrating 35 Years of Providing Nutritional Support for Those in Need
MANNA (Metropolitan Area Neighborhood Nutrition Alliance), one of the nation’s leaders in evidence-based nutrition, was founded in the basement of the First Presbyterian Church in Philadelphia in 1990, at the height of the HIV epidemic. Its founders’ goal was to deliver nutritious meals to those who were sick and dying. That mission has grown exponentially…
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Local Nonprofit Expands Food Rescue Efforts on a National Scale with Support from Firstrust Bank
One of the most impactful nonprofits in the Delaware Valley began with just a random act of kindness. It was early December of 2016, toward the end of another semester for Drexel University student Evan Ehlers. The junior was faced with a dilemma familiar to many college students: an excess of dining hall swipes that…
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TLC: Fostering a Child’s Love for Reading in the Digital Age
Many of us remember those hot, languid summer days spent reading the newest novel by the author we loved or about our latest faddish obsession we were fascinated with. Today, as we look around at the students in our lives, we would feel lucky if their screen time dips below the national average (4-6 hours…
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Southwest Philadelphia Man’s Nonprofit Aims to Help Improve Youth Mental Health
Southwest Philadelphia native Ihsan Hines and the organization he founded years ago helps put mental health at the forefront for himself and his neighbors, writes Matteo Iadonisi for 6abc. Hines is the founder and president of My Brother’s Keeper Cares. He launched the organization in memory of his brother, Atif, who died by suicide back…
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West Chester Native and Former Temple University President Launches Youth Nonprofit
Dr. Jason Wingard, a West Chester native and former Temple University President, is a founder of the new Maryland-based nonprofit, Potomac Community Foundation, writes Ana Lucía Murillo for the Philadelphia Business Journal. Concentrating on youth education, workforce development, and the preservation of Black community histories, the nonprofit serves Montgomery County, Maryland, and surrounding areas. The…
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