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Philanthropies advance racial equity, inclusivity in criminal justice

Millions of Americans with past involvement in the criminal justice system are denied the chance for a meaningful path to economic opportunity, even decades after their original offense took place.more

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Chester County opens 2021 Home4Good grant process

Chester County Department of Community Development (DCD) is accepting 2021 Home4Good applications on behalf of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) and Federal Home Loan Bank-Pittsburgh. more

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Requests for Proposals

Temple University announces new database of eviction laws

The Eviction Laws Database exposes the varied housing protections offered nationwide. more

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Report: Low wage workers still can't find affordable housing

The report says millions of low-wage renters were struggling to afford their homes before the pandemic and will remain in an economically precarious position without significant congressional action. more

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Reports

Congress to consider new rights bill for HUD tenants

Three members of Congress have unveiled legislation to empower HUD tenants to protect their housing rights and address unsafe and unhealthy living conditions. more

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PA Juvenile Justice Task Force proposes significant reforms

The 30-member bipartisan, inter-branch Task Force developed 35 recommendations to serve as the foundation for budgetary, legislative, and administrative changes during the 2021-22 session. more

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CIty, agencies establish over 500 meal sites for kids this summer

This citywide and community based effort will ensure that all children and youth have access to free, healthy meals this summer. more

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Turning Points seeks sponsors for gala drive-in affair

For our annual gala this year, we have partnered with the Philadelphia Film Society and will be having a “drive-in” gala at the Navy Yard, Thursday, September 23rd from 7pm-10:30 pm.more

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Fundraisers

New NJ 'Food Insecurity Advocate' would streamline food programs

New Jersey could become the first state in the country to appoint an official anti-hunger advocate if a bill that was approved by the Legislature last Thursday is signed by Gov. Phil Murphy. more

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