August 5, 2021 Issue 502

Nearly 3 million people in New Jersey, including 800,000 children, were living in poverty prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, according to one nonprofit’s updated definition of the term. more

The U.S. declines were most pronounced among minority groups, specifically Black and Hispanic people. more

Urban Institute, which earlier projected that the American Rescue Plan would reduce poverty to 8.7 percent, now projects a 2021 poverty rate of 7.7 percent. more

Over 50 national nonprofits have signed a letter to President Biden and Congress recommending concrete policies that will help the sector contribute to the nation’s relief, recovery and rebuilding. more

Independent Sector has released its second annual report of survey findings that explore the nuances of trust in nonprofit and philanthropic organizations among Americans. more

As COVID-19 cases pick back up, Philly Counts is trying to reach as many people as quickly as it can. more

Maternity Care Coalition (MCC) has officially released its first-ever children’s book, You, Me, Kindness, and Equality! / ¡Tú, yo, la amabilidad y la igualdad!, for preorder! more

As our city makes the transition into post pandemic life, the Philadelphia Office of LGBT Affairs continues to support Philadelphia’s LGBTQ+ communities. more

Do you know of any creative kids who want to be an entrepreneur? more

Many if not most Philadelphia families with children qualify for a new monthly payment of $250 or $300 per child starting in July. more

Most days at your child care center are business as usual, but you know you must always be prepared to respond to an emergency. more