Northern Liberties gym owner who grew up in the streets is giving Philly kids an alternative
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Mutual aid is booming in Philly. Here’s how you can help.
Team up, talk to your neighbors, practice self care and don't judge, say folks who've joined the local movement.
Eagles give out $460k in social justice grants to Philly nonprofits
In the program's third year, there were more applications than ever before.
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Cash aid for renters? Philly revisits plan using lessons from COVID relief
In this model, the city funnels philanthropy to community-identified people in need.
At this Germantown hub, the groceries are free — as long as the community keeps giving back
Mutual aid has a long history among oppressed groups, and is embraced by many modern Indigenous societies.
5 initiatives for Philly small business recovery: Where to donate and how to apply
Some stores sustained property damage just as they were emerging from lockdown.
Give help, get help: Two new apps offer food delivery — and a chance to volunteer
For Philly and Your Neighbor Good are helping Philadelphians in need.
Kevin Hart, Meek Mill, Ben Simmons join Sixers co-owner’s massive coronavirus fundraising challenge
Celebs and athletes are chipping in to Michael Rubin’s "All-In" fund.
Fairhill boys suit up to strut the catwalk, and learn life skils
A former model uses fashion to teach life lessons in the after-school program Real Men Speak.
Di Bruno Bros joins surge of support for South Philly explosion victims
Community groups have been stepping up all over the neighborhood.
Iconic South Philly bakery turns Christmas Eve tradition into fire fundraiser
People visiting Termini Bros. for holiday treats can help displaced families in need.
South Philly restaurants offer free meals to families displaced by rowhome fire
If you want to help, get in touch to make a donation.
Why Philly’s robust Native American cultural center abruptly shut down
Before he was killed in a car crash, activist Kyle Shenandoah was working on resurrecting the indigenous peoples hub.
This historic North Philly church needs $7 million in repairs. Can its ‘mother tiger’ reverend find a way?
Things are so bad at the Church of the Advocate that the ceiling is literally falling down.
Night Markets to end as Philly’s Food Trust makes layoffs amid financial crisis
The nonprofit’s many farmers markets around the region are expected to continue as usual.
The Rooster is closing for good: Why CookNSolo is shutting down the charitable diner
After two and a half years, the restaurant was *costing* money instead of making it.
Wentz charity softball game raises $500k, hints at ‘golden era’ for Philly sports
Jason Kelce in a crop top. What more could fans ask for?
Spring cleaning in Philly: Where to donate your stuff so it helps others
Cleaning out your closet can benefit Philadelphians in need.
130 nonprofits still use SEPTA tokens as final deadline draws near
A year after ceasing public sales, the authority is preparing for a hard stop.