Inside
January 25, 2023 Issue 522
Spotlight
United Way grant application deadline: 3/3/23
The Partnership Grant Program is one of United Way’s primary tools for sustaining close ties to the communities we serve and for learning from organizations and leaders in our focus areas. more
2-1-1 Gun Violence Prevention Hotline has Received 457 Calls to Date
People in areas most affected by gun violence were among the most likely to seek help. more
Report: Philadelphians Missing Out on $100m in Tax Credits
The Promise, a UWGPSNJ initiative, seeks to help residents by increasing access to public benefits and tax credits while also connecting residents to emergency assistance benefits and services. more
News
City to reopen applications for PHA housing on January 23rd
The HCV waiting list has been closed since 2010, after more than 55,000 people sent in submissions. more
Crowdsourced addiction resource guide available online
The easiest-to-find addiction resources are often the most overwhelmed, leading to long wait times or a reliance on 911, which can turn people away from recovery. Here's a new resource guide. more
City announces plan for use of $20m from opioid settlement
Philadelphia will use more than $20 million from a legal settlement with opioid distributors to provide grants to community organizations, invest in Kensington and fund services for drug users. more
Homicide is leading cause of death of children in US: study
Homicide is a leading cause of death for children in the United States, a new study says, and the overall rate has increased an average of 4.3% each year for nearly a decade. more
Deal set to end federal oversight of NJ child welfare services
New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy has signed legislation that puts New Jersey’s child welfare system on a path to ending 20 years of federal court oversight next year. more
SNAP benefits set to increase for New Jersey recipients
New Jerseyans who receive food assistance through the state’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program are getting at least a 15% increase in benefits starting this month. more
Mental health emergencies increase among children: study
Emergency department visits and revisits in children's hospitals that are related to mental health are "increasing rapidly," a new study suggests. more
City makes progress on diversity of workforce: report
The report shows that new hires have become consistent with the demographics of the city for the first time since the report’s inception. more
Chester County sets up mobile mental health crisis unit
The need for mental health services in Chester County is growing faster than local agencies’ ability to provide it. more
First Up announces cohort for P.R.I.D.E. Project Philly
As part of First Up's partnership with the Positive Racial Identity Development in Early Education project, it is thrilled to present the P.R.I.D.E. Project Philly Teacher Cohort. more
Women's Way announces 2023 grantmaking process
Women's Way has launched the General Operating Fund in 2022 to provide unrestricted, 2-year grants to organizations primarily serving women, girls, and/or the gender-expansive community. more
Girl Scouts set focus groups on challenges facing teens
MEE Productions is working with the Girl Scouts of Eastern Pennsylvania (GSEP) on a on a youth-empowerment project. more
PA seeks nominees for 2023 ECE Champion Awards
The PA Equity in Early Childhood Education Champion Awards bring awareness to and highlight the equity work being done within Pennsylvania’s early childhood education and after school settings. more
Valentine Fund supports leadership fund for women
The Valentine Foundation has released its Request for Proposals for its Visionary Leadership Fund for women. more
Lift Every Voice group organizes to transform city schools
Across our city, communities are far too often in crisis mode, according to a new organization called Lift Every Voice Philly. more
January is National Mentoring Month
The month-long observance raises awareness of the power of supportive and meaningful mentor relationships. more
PEC, YSI announce merger. They are now HopePHL.
They officially began operating under the same 501c3, as a single organization named HopePHL™ (pronounced “hopeful”) on January 1, 2023. more
More NJ schools are requiring psych evaluations for students
NJ parents and advocates say more schools began requiring the assessments after classes resumed after the COVID-19 pandemic. more
BDT launches campaign for Affordable Connectivity Program
Benefits Data Trust (BDT) recently launched the first phase of a multi-year effort to promote participation in the Affordable Connectivity Program. more
Montco Point-In-Time homeless count set for January 24
Over 100 volunteers are expected to assist in the effort to accurately count all people experiencing homelessness on one night in Montgomery County. more
Pandemic policies that lowered health barriers to expire
Several changes that lowered barriers to health care and services during the pandemic are about to expire. more
$1m state grant supports behavioral wellness center
Government officials, public health specialists and community members gathered at The Be Well Center to celebrate. more
Media coverage on violence dehumanizes victims: study
Episodic media coverage of gun violence can dehumanize victims and force them to relive their trauma while also undermining support for public health solutions, according to a new research study. more
Foster Hope Delco opens 'Foster-Share Closet' in Media
There is a new place for children in the foster care system in Delaware County to get clothes, toys, furniture, and more. more
City neighborhod centers offer access to help with gas bills
As the winter season approaches, Philadelphia Gas Works (PGW) is leveraging its partnership with Energy Coordinating Agency (ECA) Neighborhood Energy Centers (NECs) to help customers. more
US offers $336m to reduce energy costs for NJ residents
As energy prices rise, New Jersey residents will get $336 million worth of help from the federal government. more
OCDEL announces 2023 Equity in ECE award process
Applications are now open for the Office of Child Development and Early Learning's 2023 Pennsylvania Equity in Early Childhood Education Champion Awards. more
Cosmopolitan Club supports prevention of gun violence
The Cosmopolitan Club of Philadelphia Giving Circle 2023 Grant Cycle has begun. more
Upcoming Events
Suicide prevention training offered by Housing First U
Suicide is a major public health issue contributing heavily to the most common causes of death across multiple populations. However, suicide is preventable. more
13th Annual Community Driven Research Day announced
It’s not too late to register to attend the 13th annual Community Driven Research Day (CDRD), focused on the theme of “Advancing Community Health and Safety Through Partnerships.” more
Black Generational Wealth Series focuses on Black men, boys
The Black Generational Wealth Series aims to close the opportunity divide for Black men and boys in Philadelphia. more
First Up plans 2023 annual child care conference
The 2023 First Up Annual Conference, “The Joy of Teaching: Creating Meaningful Play Experiences,” will be an in-person event on April 29, 2023. more
Volunteer Requests
Workshop focuses on best practices for managing volunteers
Join the Mayor’s Office of Civic Engagement and Volunteer Service at this month’s Volunteer Support Program. more
Business on Board links board aspirants to arts groups
Business on Board trains professionals in nonprofit board service and matches them with arts and culture nonprofits seeking board candidates. more
Employment Opportunities
Defenders Association offers Grant Specialist Opportunity
The Defender Association of Philadelphia is looking for an experience Grant Specialist. more
Executive Director sought for Ann Silverman Health Clinic
Ann Silverman Community Health Clinic of Doylestown Health is seeking an Executive Director to provide innovative leadership. ASCHC provides integrated medical, dental and behavioral health care. more
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