Temple University to make tuition free to low-income city students
Temple University will help make tuition free for eligible first-year, full-time students from families with low income living within Philadelphia County. more
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Grants for 'historically disadvantaged businesses' now available
The Historically Disadvantaged Business Assistance (HDBA) Grant Program launched on Monday, February 5th, 2024. more
Shapiro argues for higher minimium wage in PA budget address
He said PA is falling behind communities like New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland and New York — all of which are already on track for or have enacted $15 minimum wage laws. 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
Mayor's CEO Office reflects on anniversary of War on Poverty
This month marks a significant milestone in our nation’s history: On January 8, 1964, President Lyndon B. Johnson declared War on Poverty. more
BIden loan cancellation plan to start next month
The Biden administration will start canceling student loans for some borrowers starting in February as part of a new repayment plan that's taking effect nearly six months ahead of schedule.more
Tomorrow: MyFreeTaxes program sets webinar on student debt
United Way's MyFreeTaxes has partnered with Savi to create a space where our community of borrowers, friends and family members can access trusted support and guidance around their student loan debt. more
Child poverty rate more than doubles with loss of COVID funds
The poverty rate increase for children rose from just over 5% in 2021 to roughly 12% in 2022, marking the steepest rise on record. more
Cost of living still 'stressing out' American workers: BOA study
The cost of living continues to stress out American workers, even as inflation eases from four-decade highs.
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Report: 'Brain drain' of city colllege graduates a thing of the past
Philadelphia is leading nationally in college graduate retention growth rates, according to a new report that shows the city’s “brain drain” dilemma is now firmly in the past. more
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