Inside
March 22, 2023 Issue 524
Spotlight
Join us at United Way’s second annual OpportUNITY Summit!
Come to the OpportUNITY Summit and learn how other leaders across sectors are working in partnership to create positive, lasting change. more
Fountain Fund Philadelphia will support returning citizens
GreenLight Fund Philadelphia has announced a $600,000 investment to bring the Fountain Fund to Philadelphia, supporting economic mobility opportunities for individuals previously incarcerated. more
Upcoming grants available through Philadelphia Foundation
Philadelphia Foundation's Spring 2023 competitive, discretionary grant cycle is now open. more
News
PPC: What the proposed PA budget means for families
Pennsylvania Governor Shapiro’s proposed 2023-24 budget totals $44.3 billion, an 8% increase over the enacted 2022-23 budget. more
Shapiro proposes increase to seniors' tax, rent rebate program
An upcoming federal cost-of-living adjustment to Social Security benefits could shake up a state program that helps older and disabled Pennsylvanians pay their rent and property taxes. more
Harrisburg Democrats offer $3.15B plan for school funding
It’s up to Pennsylvania’s Legislature to fix the way it funds schools after a Commonwealth Court judge ruled last month that the current system is unconstitutional. more
City schools announce partnership on student MH services
High school students in the School District of Philadelphia can now receive digital mental health and well-being resources through a partnership with Kooth, an international leader in online youth menmore
GOP threatens nonprofit earmarks as DC budget battle begins
Last week, the White House sent to Congress its budget proposals for the 2024 fiscal year that begins on October 1.more
Kenney proposes 100 new supportive housing units in budget
Mayor Jim Kenney recently gave what will be the last budget address of his administration to City Council. more
Senators propose new universal IRS charity deduction
On March 1, a bipartisan group of U.S. Senators introduced the Charitable Act (S.566) that would create a non-itemizer, universal charitable deduction. more
Poll: After school programs challenged with post-COVID woes
Nearly 1 in 4 providers (23 percent) say that they have not been able to return to their regular operational capacity. more
School days end before work days, leading to challenges for families
For working parents, the hours between the end of the school day and the end of the traditional workday leave a gap millions struggle to fill. more
Obesity, diabetes continue to rise among young Americans
Diabetes and obesity are rising among young adults in the United States, an alarming development that puts them at higher risk for heart disease. more
OCDEL offers two free carbon monoxide detectors to agencies
Pennsylvania’s Office of Child Development and Early Learning (OCDEL) is providing two complimentary Carbon Monoxide Detectors for all certified child care providers in Pennsylvania. more
City schools work to bolster African American studies program
In 2005, Philadelphia became the first big city in America to require all students to take African American history in order to graduate. more
Constitution Center highlights women's fight to vote
To commemorate the centennial anniversary of voting rights for women, the National Constitution Center has opened The 19th Amendment: How Women Won the Vote exhibit.more
'Interior Chinatown' is 2023 One Book, One Philadelphia selection
The Free Library of Philadelphia is honored to announce that the 2023 One Book, One Philadelphia featured selection is Charles Yu’s Interior Chinatown! more
City of Philadelphia Earns Certified Welcoming Designation
The City of Philadelphia is proud to announce that it has been officially designated a Certified Welcoming city by Welcoming America! more
Building Organizational Resilience During Times of Change
Leading through change takes creativity, courage, and resilience. Leaders play a critical role in helping staff and Boards gain the insights and energy they need to move into the future. more
New tookit helps college students get benefits for basic needs
Benefits Data Trust has released a toolkit to help colleges identify students eligible for untapped public benefits that can help them pay for basic needs – and focus on succeeding in their studies. more
TeenSHARP prepares students for college, leadership
The organization makes a decade-long commitment to students—following their academic and career trajectories, and provides additional assistance if needed. more
OHS publishes two new guides on accessing services
The Philadelphia Office of Homeless Services recently published new resources that we hope will support the homeless services community specifically, but that are helpful to all Philadelphians. more
'I Am Philadelphia' contest seeks city high school students
PhillyGoes2College, in partnership with Wawa Welcome America and Vanguard, is still accepting submissions to the I Am Philadelphia Contest! more
New museum exhibition focuses on Black founders
A new exhibition at the Museum of the American Revolution shines a spotlight on a part of Philly history that’s previously been under-covered. 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
PA Black Caucus offers $1,000 scholarships for youth of color
Graduating high school seniors and college undergraduates who are also people of color are invited to apply for a James R. Roebuck PLBC Scholarship totaling $1,000. more
Attorneys sought to join effort to expunge criminal records
Attention Attorneys! We need your help to assist individuals seeking to expunge their records so that they can get a better job or housing. No experience needed. more
Spruce Foundation offers grants to support youth programs
We are excited to announce that 2023 Spruce Foundation grant applications are now open. more
Upcoming Events
'White People Confronting Racism" workshops offered
White People Confronting Racism is offering a workshop for white people who want to challenge the racism around them — and in their own heads and hearts. more
Rutgers talk to focus on racism and resegregation
After several years of unrest and tragedy across the United States, how can we heal and discover a path forward for social justice? more
PHMC, Ceisler to hold mayoral forum on public health issues
Join Public Health Management Corporation during National Public Health Week for an important discussion with Philadelphia’s candidates for Mayor as they address multiple public health crises. more
HFU hosts webinar on Harm Reduction & the Therapeutic Alliance (CE Credits)
Join Housing First University for a webinar on Harm Reduction & the Therapeutic Alliance. Licensed social worker credit is available for those in participating states.
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Congreso to celebrate 45 years of service to the Latino community
Celebrate Congreso’s 45 years of service and experience the sights, sounds and culture of Loíza, Puerto Rico at our 16th Annual Gala Latina. more
RSVP announces upcoming VEC Workshop Series
RSVP's Volunteer Executive Consultants offer 3 dynamic interactive workshops for nonprofit staff. All sessions are free and held via Zoom. more
Exelon brings STEM Academy to Philadelphia area girls
The NEED Project is once again hosting the Exelon STEM Academy for young women in the greater Philadelphia region. more
Employment Opportunities
Variety seeks Employment Specialist for Mobile Cafe
Variety Children's Charity of the Delaware Valley is seeking an Employment Specialist for its Mobile Cafe in Worcester, PA. more
Variety seeks a Billing & Compliance Specialist
Variety The Children's Charity in the Delaware Valley, is seeking a Full-Time Billing & Compliance Specialist. more
Variety recruiting for Lifeguard for this summer
Variety - the Children's Charity of the Delaware Valley, is seeking a Lifeguard for Summer 2023. more
Chesco Community Development Office seeks Coordinator
The Chester County Department of Community Development is accepting applications for a position within the Community Services Team.more
National Health Corps offers local job opportunities
The National Health Corps: Community Health Fellowship, Greater Philadelphia program recruits, trains, and places individuals in not-for-profit health and social service organizations. more
Joseph's House in Camden is seeking an Executive Director
Joseph’s House of Camden is a faith-oriented organization providing shelter and social services to people in our community experiencing homelessness. more
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