Homeless youth coalition presses City on new federal funds
The Philly Homes 4 Youth Coalition is asking that $8.4 million in American Rescue Plan funds be dedicated to addressing the problem of youth and young adult homelessness. more
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Philadelphia Council releases in-depth report on gun crisis
The project was a collaborative effort of the City Council Committee on Public Safety and Special Committee on Gun Violence Prevention and city law enforcement and public health leaders. more
Project HOME is helping teens get to college in new program
Through this service, Philadelphia youth experiencing homelessness or unstable housing have a place where they get extra support to work on creating a viable path to their future after graduation. more
'Right to Counsel' program to aid Philly tenants facing eviction
Effective Tuesday, February 1, low-income renters in Philadelphia’s 19139 and 19121 ZIP codes are entitled to free legal representation if they are facing eviction. more
Reports share data on PA children experiencing homelessness
Young children experiencing homelessness are at increased risk of poor health and academic outcomes, and the experience of homelessness can disrupt a child’s development: reports. more
PA announces launch of Homeowners Assistance Fund
PA Gov. Wolf has announced the statewide launch of the Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund, or PAHAF, administered by the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency. more
City DHS re-opens foster youth pandemic relief payments
Eligible youth can apply to receive a one-time, direct payment of $800. more
Join Us: United Way OpportUNITY Summit
Imagine a world where poverty doesn’t exist. What will it take to get us there? more
Homeless Assistance Fund releases new funding application
The Homeless Assistance Fund provides grants to 501c3 nonprofit organizations that support individuals and families in Philadelphia who are experiencing homelessness transition to permanent housing. more
Program helps parenting, homeless youth in shelter find jobs
Help for the Hurdles (H4H) helps Philadelphia parenting youth, who are living in emergency shelter, to achieve financial and housing stability. more
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