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
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$1m state grant supports behavioral wellness center
Government officials, public health specialists and community members gathered at The Be Well Center to celebrate. more
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
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
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
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
Three city elementary schools adopt anti-racism approach
The Philadelphia school district will partner with a nonprofit organization to coach teachers in three elementary schools on avoiding racism in their teaching, thanks to an $84,000 initiative. more
Civic coalition forms to combat gun violence in Philadelphia
As gun violence and crime plagues the city, businesses, nonprofits, faith-based organizations and other leading institutions have been stuck wondering what they can do to help curb the violence. more
City sets networking event for volunteer leaders tomorrow
Join the Mayor’s Office of Civic Engagement and Volunteer Service for their Volunteer Support Program networking hour on Thursday, December 15 at 2:00 pm.
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SW Phila. 'Africatown' project gets $9 million cash infusion
The African Cultural Alliance of North America has received a $9 million state grant, adding to funds that will support the development of Africatown in Southwest Philadelphia. more
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