Philadelphia County

Council poised to extend city's eviction diversion program

The White House praised Philadelphia’s eviction diversion program earlier this year, highlighting the city’s success in keeping the city’s eviction rate at roughly half of its historic average. more

New city schools head sets priorities, re-organizes team

Six months after he was chosen to lead the district and 110 days after he took office, Philadelphia superintendent Tony Watlington has reorganized his top management team. more

City to get first homeless shelter designed for transgendered

Philadelphia's first homeless shelter focused on people of a transgender experience is set to open in a matter of days. more

Prevention Point raises alarm on rising rates of drug use

Prevention Point Philadelphia said it collected more used syringes than clean ones distributed in the past 12 months, highlighting the increasing drug consumption following the pandemic. more

Urban Affairs Coalition sets annual networking event

The Urban Affairs Coalition’s “Philadelphia’s Premier Networking Event” is back, and better than ever! more

Corporate Responsibility

New coalition dedicated to preventing senior financial abuse

A new collaboration of Philadelphia government agencies and nonprofits has been formed to prevent financial exploitation of elderly people. more

DHS Commissioner sets meeting with foster parents

Mark your calendars September 26th from 11:00am – 1:00pm you will have the opportunity to share your story, journey, and/or adventure with Commissioner Ali. more

Frisby-Greenwood to lead Pew's Philadelphia-area efforts

The Pew Charitable Trusts announced that it has chosen Donna Frisby-Greenwood, a longtime philanthropic executive, to lead its grant-making, programs, policies and research in the Philadelphia area. more

Webinar on Housing First and Harm Reduction Strategies set

Join Housing First University (a part of Pathways To Housing PA) for a webinar on Applied Housing First and Harm reduction strategies. LSW/LCSW credit is available for those in participating states. more

After School Activities Partnerships is celebrating 20 years!

On Thursday, September 22, 2022, ASAP is hosting a special event & fundraiser to celebrate 20 years of making the after school hours count! more

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