Concern increases as ECE centers struggle to find staff
Employers in the child-care industry have long struggled to find, hire and retain skilled workers, but this is a problem that was made worse by the pandemic. more
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Many Latinx families left behind in stimulus programs
About 78% of Latinx families received stimulus payments over the last year and a half, compared with 96% of white respondents. more
14 orgs form collaboration to advance workforce training
It’s a common refrain: Preparing Philadelphians for the workforce of the future will take collaboration. more
Pew convenes discussions on adding middle wage jobs afte COVID
The Pew Charitable Trusts partnered with The Inquirer to host a two-part conversation with local leaders discussing what the city can do to prevent further wage losses in Philadelphia. more
Home ownership continues decline in city: Economy League
Home ownership rates have been steadily declining since 2006, according to the Pennsylvania Economy League. more
Chester County offers to replace SNAP supplies lost in hurricane
Recipients of SNAP benefits that lost food during a power outage, fire, or flood, including Hurricane Ida, may qualify for replacement benefits from the Chester County Assistance Office. more
City seeks VISTA applicants for its Promise Corps program
Spread the Word: Philadelphia is Hiring College & Career Coaches for the 2021-22 School Year. more
WPF funding supports access to employment opportunities
As our region continues to grapple with the public health and economic impacts of the lingering pandemic, it is a critical time to strengthen Philadelphians’ access to employment opportunities. more
Study: Child tax credit lifted 3m children out of poverty in July
The first installment of the child tax credit lifted 3 million children out of poverty in July, according to a Columbia University study. more
City courts' eviction ban remains despite Supreme Court's action
While the Supreme Court struck down the federal eviction moratorium, the city courts’ eviction moratorium for some tenants will remain in place along with other city-backed protections for renters. more
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