Inside
September 29, 2021 Issue 506
Spotlight
UWGPSNJ appoints Managing Director for Financial Empowerment
The leadership team at United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) recently welcomed Alicia Atkinson as Managing Director, Financial Empowerment. more
UWGPSNJ offers trauma training for food aid workers
United Way will be sponsoring its next Help the Helpers learning series aimed at staff and volunteers that provide food assistance to the community.more
News
City seeks agency to pilot an anti-violence hotline
Philadelphia is facing a growing public health crisis that is claiming a generation of young people—last year, homicide was the leading cause of death for young Black and Latino men. more
NJ establishes program to provide return-to-work bonuses
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy has announced a new program aimed at getting unemployed New Jerseyans back to work. more
Murphy pledges to establish universal child care in NJ
Gov. Phil Murphy says New Jersey will institute universal pre-Kindergarten across the state for all 3- and 4-year-olds. more
Apply to join the City of Philadelphia’s Service Enterprise Cohort
This fall, the Mayor’s Office of Civic Engagement and Volunteer Service will launch its second Service Enterprise cohort and applications are open through October 8! more
Congress to take up proposal to renew federal eviction ban
Lawmakers in Washington have introduced legislation that would give the Department of Health and Human Services the authority to create federal eviction moratoriums. more
Concern increases as ECE centers struggle to find staff
Employers in the child-care industry have long struggled to find, hire and retain skilled workers, but this is a problem that was made worse by the pandemic. more
Spotlight PA report highlights coming crisis in elder care
Pennsylvania is headed for a profound elder care crisis, experts warn, as Alzheimer’s disease and dementia rates continue to climb. more
Re-opening Philly public schools coming with many challenges
It’s been exciting to see students back in school, but the district is facing serious challenges. more
Report urges Congress to act on older youth foster care crisis
Tomorrow, thousands of young people across the nation are at risk of aging out of foster care and being cut off from supports and services. more
14 orgs form collaboration to advance workforce training
It’s a common refrain: Preparing Philadelphians for the workforce of the future will take collaboration. more
Survey: People of color donate more to needy, causes
The survey indicates that giving to racial and social justice is on the rise – especially among donors of color. more
Rutgers study says soda tax has not cost jobs in city
A new study from Rutgers economists shows the Philadelphia sweetened beverage tax created at least as many jobs as it cost in the four-and-a-half years since it passed. more
Many Latinx families left behind in stimulus programs
About 78% of Latinx families received stimulus payments over the last year and a half, compared with 96% of white respondents. more
Business on Board Program supports arts, culture groups
Business on Board participants become equipped with the knowledge, strategies and tools to maximize their effectiveness and understanding of board leadership. more
Study shows gun violence increases MH issues with kids
Gun violence in a community can increase the number of children visiting the emergency room with mental health crises. more
City Council reports on new Neighborhood Preservation Initiative
“This is going to be the largest, single investment in Philadelphia neighborhoods in city history,” said Council President Darrell L. Clarke. more
Black Doctors Consortium to open clinic in North Philadelphia
The clinic, officially called the Dr. Ala Stanford Center for Health Equity, is set to open in mid-October. more
Coalition to Back Black Businesses seeks applicants for grants
The coalition is a multi-year initiative launched by the U.S. Chamber Foundation and American Express to support the long-term success and resilience of Black-owned small businesses. more
Some LIHEAP applicants can apply one month early
Recipients that received a LIHEAP preseason registration number for the 2021-2022 season will be able to submit their applications on COMPASS beginning September 13, 2021.
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Donations slowing for city's 'community fridge' network
After an explosion in mutual aid efforts during the pandemic, there are almost 30 of these mini mutual aid centers in operation around the city. more
PCCD offers $24m for violence intervention and prevention
PCCD has announced the availability of up to $24 million in Violence Intervention and Prevention funding for grants and technical assistance to address community violence throughout the state. more
Bill would increase options for responding to youth homelessness
Transitional housing programs are seen by backers as critical, filling a gap at a key point in the lives of the country’s 4.2 million unaccompanied homeless youth. more
In Chesco, call 2-1-1 to obtain emergency rental, utility help
Those facing challenges in paying rent and utility bills during the pandemic can receive help through the Chester County Emergency Rent and Utility Assistance Program. more
Bread & Roses offers second round of neighborhood grants
Bread and Roses Community Fund has announced that it is now accepting applications for the second round of the Neighborhood Equitable Recovery Fund. more
Seybert Foundation offers grants for innovative programs
The Seybert Foundation is now accepting proposals for its 2021 Innovation Grants Program. more
UBA offers grants up to $10k for programs addressing basic needs
Union Benevolent Association has announced its Fall 2021 grant cycle, aimed at providing funding to organizations whose work alleviates the burden of poverty in Philadelphia neighborhoods. more
HRC Foundation issues report on LGBTQ equity in child welfare
This year’s report underscores the resilience of this program that has worked to create a world in which LGBTQ+ youth and families can live free from bias, discrimination, and inequity. more
Upcoming Events
PANO sets annual Collaborative Conference for October
Conference partners Alliance for Nonprofit Resources, the Greater Pittsburgh Nonprofit Partnership, and Villanova University. more
Region's only recovery high school to hold Open House
The Bridge Way School is Philadelphia's only recovery high school serving students in grades 9 - 12 with co-occurring substance use and mental health disorders. more
Hunger Coalition's Night to Fight Hunger Gala on Oct. 14th
Support the Coalition Against Hunger’s work to end hunger at the Night to Fight Hunger Gala on Oct. 14. Don’t miss this great outdoor event at the beautiful Mann Center for the Performing Arts! more
Free Trauma-Informed Mentoring Virtual Training offered
Join MENTOR Independence Region's free Trauma-Informed Mentoring virtual training Oct 12 12PM-1:30PM EST for mentors to develop awareness of trauma in order to support youth in developing resilience! more
Philanthropy Network announces annual SPARX Conference
Registration is now open for Philanthropy Network Greater Philadelphia's virtual 2021 SPARX Conference: Moving in Solidarity: Blazing a Path for Progress! more
First Up's Annual Golf Classic to benefit child care teachers
Would you like to golf on an exclusive and breathtaking course? And do it for a GREAT cause?
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Read by 4th offers help for literacy events during Reading Promise Week
Mark your calendar! Reading Promise Week is October 11-17. more
Children First plans virtual Give Kids Sight Day on Oct. 9th
Children First is sponsoring a virtual Give Kids Sight Day, geared towards kids who did not have or did not pass an eye screening this year and who do not have health insurance. more
Dakota Video Studios schedules Open House for nonprofits
As part of our Dakota Gives mission, we want to elevate the voices of our community and the people who are out there changing lives every day. more
Employment Opportunities
CORA is recruiting staff for its YouthCOR programs
Rooted in a tradition of care and compassion, YouthCOR's mission is to enrich the lives of young people in Philadelphia during the most vulnerable time of day, 3:00pm and 6:00pm. more
ASAP is searching for a Chess Coordinator
ASAP is searching for a Chess Coordinator to support the expansion of ASAP Chess and provide opportunities for young leaders to be engaged and challenged in a competitive and supportive environment. more
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