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March 13, 2024 Issue 535
Spotlight
Report highlights how 211 Helpline supports Philadelphia region
From housing, utility support, and job-readiness programs to senior care options, violence prevention, and internet connectivity, 211 helps people navigate over 10,000 services in the region. more
News
PA report highlights barriers facing fathers in state services
PA General Assembly calls on state government to “identify strategies to remove obstacles that separate fathers from their children’s lives” in state agency practices. more
Concern rises as time runs out for student homelessness funds
For decades, schools have struggled to identify and support homeless students. more
Racial home ownership gap persists in Philadelphia
The home ownership gap between Black and white Philadelphians persists despite an uptick in the number of Black renters who are able to afford a mortgage, according to real estate giant Zillow. more
Children First: Charter Schools just as under-funded as SDP
Philadelphia’s charter schools are failing the large majority of its students, according to a new Children First report. But why? more
City schools look to more school-based health clinics
These clinics are often underfunded, understaffed, and usually can’t operate without the financial support of a hospital, community health partner, or university. more
Advocates challenge 'Area Medium Income' housing guidelines
Advocates say the use of a key federal housing metric is flawed, and they are pushing City Council to take action to make sure affordability initiatives are benefitting truly low-income residents. more
Sarah Ralston Foundation offers funding for older adult services
Sarah Ralston Foundation invites applications from organizations serving older adults in Philadelphia County. more
Free Library makes Foundation Directory available at all locations
The Free Library’s most powerful grant-finding tool just got a lot easier to use. more
Philly’s racial wealth gap is wider now than in 1960. Here are programs working to fix it
New initiatives want to stop persistent wealth discrepancies between people of color and their white counterparts.more
NJ to allow counseling without parental consent at age 14
New Jersey is poised to join two dozen other states to allow children as young as 14 to seek counseling on their own without parental consent. more
Youth being recruited for Global Youth Service Day in April
Global Youth Service Day (April 26-28, 2024) is the longest-running annual youth participation event in the world. more
Murphy's education budget fully funds school formula for first time
The state budget proposed by Gov. Phil Murphy would fully fund New Jersey’s school aid formula for the first time, with a record of $11.6 billion in direct aid earmarked for public school districts. more
NJ Black businesses: are they thriving, or just surviving?
While Black-owned businesses in New Jersey have been opening at a rapid rate, officials say they’re worried about how many will survive. more
ECE 'Call to Action' seeks to connect systems, share what works
The Call to Action is to connect systems, work together, share what works and partner with one another to address any barriers to housing, education, and early childhood services. more
Syphilis is killing babies. The U.S. Government is failing to stop it
The only drug that treats syphilis during pregnancy is in short supply. more
New report explores how low-income young children can flourish
A new report from the Convergence Collaborative explores what it means for families with low to moderate incomes with young children to flourish. more
Spruce Foundation grant deadline is March 25th
There's still plenty of time to apply for a 2024 Spruce Foundation grant, but don't let the deadline sneak up on you. more
Philly City Council sets committee on public and private DEI policies
Philadelphia City Council has voted to create a special committee on city and private sector diversity, equity and inclusion policies. more
Medical deportations are now illegal in City of Philadelphia
In December, Philadelphia became the first U.S. city to ban medical deportations. Two months after the new law went into effect, what does it mean for hospital policy? more
Local nonprofit helps girls involved in justice system
Since 2021, UnMask Youth Program has offered an array of programming and resources, as well as case management services, to females under the age of 18. more
New HUD grants supports housing for seniors with grandchildren
That’s the model federal officials want to continue with a new round of grants earmarked for senior rentals — a total of $115 million nationwide. more
'True Biz' is 2024's One Book, One Philadelphia selection
On Thursday, February 15, the Free Library announced the 2024 featured title for the One Book, One Philadelphia program: True Biz.more
Campaign aims to register 2,024 new Black male voters by election
A recurring effort to increase voter turnout among Black men in Philadelphia seeks to register 2,024 new voters by November. more
Upcoming Events
Leading with Impact: Nonprofit Executive Certificate Program
Nonprofit and social sector executives face challenges that are constant and complex. It’s crucial you have the right blend of people skills and a tactical mindset to meet performance outcomes. more
Children First sets webinar to discuss children's mental health
All children in Pennsylvania deserve access to high-quality, culturally relevant mental health care. more
Coalition Against Hunger presents the Philly Brunch Off!
The Philly Brunch Off is back 4.6.24! Enjoy an array of brunch dishes from Philly restaurants and sip cocktails while supporting the Coalition Against Hunger's vital work building food security. more
Designing Leadership, a Program of the Arts + Business Council
Just a few seats left! "Empowerment" is this year’s Designing Leadership theme, which is at the forefront of how to optimize employee performance and strengthen workplace culture. more
RSVP’s Spring VEC Workshop Series 2024 set
RSVP’s VEC program provides free educational workshops to nonprofits in Greater Philadelphia. The spring workshop series focuses on strategic planning and how to build and implement a plan. more
HFU hosts webinar on Motivational Interviewing (CE Credits)
Join Housing First University (a program of Pathways to Housing PA) for a webinar on Motivational Interviewing. Licensed social worker credit is available for those in participating states.
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Free social-emotional training sessions for ECE providers
Public Health Management in collaboration with First Up is offering FREE social-emotional training sessions called Pathways to Positive Connections! more
March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month
The campaign highlights how people with and without disabilities come together to form strong communities. more
Mural Arts, First Person Arts partner on raising suicide awareness
Mural Arts Philadelphia and First Person Arts have teamed up to put together two performances next weekend dedicated to raising awareness about the impact of suicide on communities. more
Along the Way PA offers workshop on self-care strategies
Along the Way PA is a learning collective that offers a time to learn about trauma and brain science in a safe, warm community based environment. more
Women's Way announces plans for 46th anniversary celebration
Mark your calendars for a special evening on May 22, 2024, at 5:00 PM EST, as we proudly present the WOMEN'S WAY 46th Annual Celebration: Equity Champions Unite! more
Virtual Workshop: Building Youth Power in Mentoring Programs
Join MENTOR Independence Region for a free virtual training Building Youth Power in Mentoring Programs on March 19, 12pm-1:30pm! more
Volunteer Requests
LaSalle Nonprofit Center offers free Board of Directors training
Could your organization’s board benefit from a free, customized training session designed to amplify its impact? more
Nonprofit Learning Lab on March 21st needs volunteers
The Nonprofit Learning Lab in Philadelphia on March 21, 2024, 9:00 AM – 4:15 PM, at Temple University Student Center is in need of more volunteers. more
Employment Opportunities
Community Legal Services seeks a Youth Action Fellow (PT)
During the year-long paid fellowship, the fellow will work with CLS on advocacy, organizing and legal representation focusing on employment or SSI issues. more
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