Inside
March 30, 2021 Issue 494
Spotlight
Nonprofit Finance Accelerator with NFF
The Accelerator’s technical assistance, coaching, and peer learning aim to help busy executives respond and rebuild with confidence. Registration is open.more
News
CDC extends federal ban on evictions through June 2021
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has extended the federal ban on evictions through the end of June, 2021. more
City to open new COVID assistance program for rent, utilities
The next phase of Philadelphia’s rental assistance program is on track to launch this week. more
City Water Department moves shutoff ban to April 2022
Service terminations have been banned for the entirety of the COVID-19 pandemic by the Philadelphia Water Department. more
PA extends deadline for applying for health insurance to August
Pennsylvania residents who need health insurance now have until Aug. 15 to shop for plans through the online insurance marketplace Pennie. more
PHMC, Penn announce partnership to save W. Phila. hospital
PHMC and Penn Medicine have announced that Mercy Catholic Medical Center – Mercy Philadelphia Campus has officially transitioned to the PHMC Public Health Campus on Cedar. more
HUD reports drop in individual, family homelessness in city
The yearly national report benchmarks homelessness across the country. more
PA sees 'huge' increase in Medicaid enrollments during COVID
The enrollment increase reflects expanded eligibility and the widespread economic devastation that the coronavirus caused across the state. more
3 of 4 of city pregnancy deaths in 2018 among Blacks: report
The Philadelphia Board of Health has found that non-Hispanic Black women made up 43% of births in Philadelphia from 2013 to 2018 but accounted for 73% of the pregnancy-related deaths. more
DHS conducting survey on race and entry to foster care
Philadelphia DHS is conducting an online survey to gather perspectives on the disproportionate representation of families of color in the foster care system. more
Greater Philadelphia Healthcare Sector Partnership RFP issued
District 1199C Training and Upgrading Fund has issued a Request for Proposals for its Industry Partnership Planning Grant. more
TreePhilly program offers trees for planting on your property
It’s yard tree giveaway season in Philadelphia! more
Hospital, bookshop partner to provide diverse books to patients
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children has formed an ongoing partnership with Harriett’s Bookshop to provide a more diverse collection of books to patients. more
City Council invests $5 million in neighorhood, jobs programs
On March 18th, Philadelphia City Council introduced legislation that expands investments in its New Normal Jobs Initiative, which supports employment and neighborhood improvement programs. more
City Black clergy group releases plan to fight gun violence
The Black Clergy of Philadelphia and Vicinity has laid out a multifaceted plan to combat the gun violence plaguing the city. more
KRC-PBPC publishes new analyses of PA budget proposal, ARP
Keystone Research Center and the Pennslvania Budget and Policy Center have released new analyses of the proposed Pennsylvania state budget and President Biden's American Rescue Plan. more
Latinx doctors, nurses seek City funds to expand vaccinations
Inspired by the success of the Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium, a group of Latinx physicians and nurses is applying for city funding to provide vaccine access for Latinx neighborhoods. more
City, Chamber lead coalition for return-to-work civic initiative
Ready.Set.Philly! is a collaborative return-to-work civic initiative between the City of Philadelphia, the Greater Philadelphia Chamber and a broad coalition of employers and organizations. more
Comcast commits $1 billion to help close digital divide
On the 10th anniversary of its Internet Essentials program, Comcast has announced it would invest $1 billion over the next 10 years to help further close the digital divide. more
Progress seen in city on improving access to vaccines: report
Philadelphia seems to slowly be improving economic equity when it comes to vaccine distribution. more
MCCP seeks support to implement Restorative Justice program
The goal of the Metropolitan Christian Council of Philadelphia is to raise $31,000 (or $62 per person arrested) for the implementation of the Restorative Justice Model. more
Leadership Philadelphia seeks applicants for next class
We strive for a healthy mix of talent and are eager to assemble a class that reflects the diversity of the region. more
Virtual tutoring program offered for students K-12
Are you or a student in your life looking for a virtual tutoring and mentoring service due to the transition to online learning? Check out CovEducation, a program serving students in grades K-12! more
Way Home program offers support for LGBTQ+ housing stability
Way Home is a program collaboration between SELF, Inc. and William Way LGBT Community Center that seeks to increase housing stability for LGBTQ+ individuals. more
As the World Evolves, So Will You
Learn how to lead transformational change in your organization in NELI's Executive Leadership Certificate program. more
Black doctors vaccine program eliminates registration requirement
The Black Doctors COVID-19 Consortium is changing how it administers vaccinations to make the process more equitable. more
Emergency food and shelter program supports migrants
The Emergency Food and Shelter Program is announcing the availability of funds for reimbursement to agencies that have provided services to migrants released from DHS custody at the southern border. more
JJPI offers support program for boys surviving sexual abuse
BOSS offers art, music, movement (step), and group psychoeducation to boys ages 6-18 who have experienced sexual abuse. more
Collaboration organizes 'It's Up to You' vaccination campaign
The Ad Council and COVID Collaborative have revealed the platform for their COVID-19 Vaccine Education Initiative, "It's Up To You." more
Economy League weighs in on city's 'looming housing crisis'
Young people—such as Millennials—and historically excluded populations—such as communities of color and recent immigrants—are finding it more difficult to buy homes or pay rent. more
Applying for Social Security and SSI benefits during the pandemic
Although SSA offices are not providing onsite service, people can still file online or by phone. Call 1-800-772-1213 for a phone appointment, or use our Office Locater to get the local office number. more
Upcoming Events
Mayor's Day of Service Recognition event set for April 6th
RSVP for the 9th Annual Mayor’s Day of Service Recognition award ceremony and uplift service heroes! more
Chair Affair in April supports Philadelphia Furniture Bank
This unique event showcases the teamwork and creativity of prominent local artists and designers to benefit the Philadelphia Furniture Bank. more
PCCYFS sponsors webinar on impact of social media on youth
It comes as no surprise that recent trends indicate children and adolescents are spending ever increasing amounts of time on social media, particularly during the pandemic. more
Education Fund addresses lack of women, minorities in STEM fields
Central to the US remaining a global leader in science and technology is the need to improve upon the under-representation of minorities and women in STEM education and STEM careers. more
Registration opens for 'Move for Mental Health' Walk/Run
The Center for Families and Relationships will sponsor a virtual Move for Mental Health Walk/Run on Sunday, May 23rd beginning at 9am. more
Youth Service Inc. starts virtual parent support groups
Please join Youth Service Inc. for a virtual parent group to connect, collaborate, and care for ourselves and our children. more
RSVP VEC program announces its 2021 Spring Virtual Workshop Series
VEC's dynamic workshop series will focus on Taking Charge of Your Future. Three free workshops will cover: Engaging Volunteers, Exploring Sustained Collaboration and Success Depends on You! more
Hunger Coalition sets 25th Annual Race Against Hunger
This Coalition Against Hunger 5K hunger race is a fun, safe, family-friendly way for people of all ages to help those in need. more
Volunteer Requests
City to hold virtual community service fair for volunteers
Chat with representatives from local organizations and learn about how you can get involved and serve! more
Employment Opportunities
City program recruiting for College and Career Coaches
The City of Philadelphia is reaching out to share the opportunity for individuals to join its team of Americorps College and Career Coaches in the upcoming school year. more
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