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.
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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.
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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.
$36,000 in a week: How local news partnered to fight hunger and poverty in Philly
Philadelphia's food economy is booming, yet one in five people don't have enough to eat. Can the Full City Challenge help?
Here’s everything Philly loses if the government shutdown keeps going
Local orgs are scrambling to help with food, housing, safety and cash.
Philly’s getting its first public statue of an African-American girl
Set to be unveiled this spring, the monument is a nod to the strength and heroism of Philadelphia kids.
Full City spotlight: Training for food-service jobs at Google, instead of random bars
SF's Farming Hope uses corporate partners because regular restaurant work isn't always sustainable.