June 24, 2020 Issue 475

PA Sen. Tim Kearny is introducing legislation to appropriate $100 million for nonprofits negatively impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. more

A report from Pew: Current economic turmoil calls for increased attention to what national and state data are telling us about the pandemic's impact on workers, businesses, and government budgets. more

In this week's Color of Inequality, the Economy League provides context for understanding unequal access to quality education and examines how this inequality manifests in present-day communities. more

Our current education systems increase disparities for students of color from the school to prison pipeline and unsafe school climates to whitewashed curriculum and policies. more

COVID-19 created a large shift for everyone rushed to move from in-person to virtual learning within a short time. How will this learning shift affect learning loss for students? more

The report outlines policy recommendations aimed at improving the child welfare system and includes county-level data and statewide and geographic trends. more

After closing its gates to the public for three months during Philadelphia’s Stay at Home orders in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Smith Memorial Playground will re-open on Tuesday, June 16th. more

The finder is available in six languages, and the map will be updated regularly as new testing sites change. more

Worried about paying your rent or mortgage, avoiding eviction or foreclosure, renewing a lease, or getting housing assistance? These tips and resources can help. more

How Has COVID-19 Has Impacted Afterschool Programs? more

Project D.A.D.’s (Developing Active Dads) mission is to help non-custodial fathers and families in Philadelphia. more