Alarm rises at continued rise in costs of early childhood education
Childcare costs accelerated throughout the pandemic. Now many parents are concerned they are going to spike again in 2024. more
Basic Needs
Study highlights challenges facing children of immigrants in US
A new brief examines policies and practices that limit safety net access for children of immigrants and provides recommendations to address these barriers. more
1 in 3 grandparents in city are raising their grandchildren
Philadelphia grandparents are raising their grandchildren at a higher rate today than two decades ago. more
Medicaid increasingly supports concept of housing as health care
At least 19 states are directing Medicaid funding into housing aid and addressing the nation’s growing homelessness epidemic. more
Shapiro speaks out in favor of $15 minimum wage
Pennsylvania Gov. Josh Shapiro said during his budget address last week that he wants the state to become more competitive for both businesses and workers. more
The Wardrobe grows Wings...with merger with Wings for Success
Chester County’s Wings for Success merges with The Wardrobe to fight clothing insecurity across Greater Philadelphia region.
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Report questions ability of PA DHS workers to assess medical issues
PA’s child welfare system is rife with inconsistent outcomes and practices when evaluating medical information, according to a recent report from the PA Chapter of the American Pediatrics Academy. more
Economy League reports $57B racial disparity in city housing values
This first-of-its-kind study, covering the period from 1950 to 2022, reveals deep-rooted racial disparities in property values across Philadelphia's neighborhoods. more
City leaders unveil new 'Blueprint for a Safer Philadelphia'
Philadelphia city leaders put a focus on safety in the city on the same day that the city’s homicide count hit another grim milestone. more
Camden seeks to address lack of transitional housing for youth
The Department of Housing and Urban Development does not consider young people who couch surf to be homeless. more
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