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Community and Family

Community and Family

Crust Vegan Bakery in Manayunk is women-owned, and making a name for itself with a community-first approach

March 16, 2021

Shannon Roche and Meagan Benz have opened a storefront to bring all of their staff back from the COVID-19 pandemic. | From: AL DÍA (Read more.)

Community and Family

What the American Rescue Act means for Philadelphia

March 15, 2021

Congress just allotted a much-needed windfall to post-pandemic Philly. Now it’s time, Philly 3.0’s engagement director urges, to decide on our priorities | From: The Philadelphia Citizen (Read more.)

Community and Family

Dolly Parton Imagination Library Launches In Philly

March 10, 2021

Residents in one North Philly zip code can now sign up to receive free books from the singer’s Imagination Library program.

Community and Family

Low-income women have to appear in person to get WIC benefits. Advocates say that increases their COVID-19 risk.

March 9, 2021

Pennsylvania is one of just nine states with the mandate. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Community and Family

The temporary expansion of the Child Tax Credit should become permanent to help Philly’s families | Opinion

March 9, 2021

Providing direct cash assistance through a reformed Child Tax Credit is an evidence-based means of alleviating child poverty. | From: The Inquirer (Read more.)

Community and Family

Cómo Henry Sam, propietario de Kayuh Bicycles and Cafe, mantuvo su negocio en marcha en plena COVID-19

March 9, 2021

La tienda de bicicletas de la avenida Girard tiene previsto reabrir en primavera con asientos al aire libre. | From: AL DÍA (Read more.)

Community and Family

How Henry Sam, owner of Kayuh Bicycles and Cafe, kept his business riding amid the COVID-19 pandemic

March 9, 2021

The bike shop on Girard Ave. plans to reopen in the Spring with outdoor seating. | From: AL DÍA (Read more.)

Community and Family

Down North Pizza serves up unique pies while bringing awareness to mass incarceration

March 4, 2021

Childhood friends Muhammad Abdul-Hadid and Kurt Evans plan to open their spot in Strawberry Mansion full time on March 19 or 20.  

Community and Family

This thrift store is offering free clothes and homegoods to Kensington residents

March 2, 2021

Marie’s Closet is a free-of-charge thrift store that offers clothing, housewares, and linens. It is operated by volunteers and managed by the St. Francis Inn, a religious organization that has been providing meals and additional services in Kensington since 1979. | From: Kensington Voice (Read more.)

Community and Family

Philadelphia Would Get $1.3 Billion in Newest Federal COVID-19 Relief Bill

February 28, 2021

U.S. Rep. Brendan Boyle, who serves on the House Budget Committee, told NBC10 that the money would support the region, including the ailing transit system and the city’s government services. | From: NBC10 (Read more.)

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ICYMI

  • More cities are offering no-strings-attached cash to residents. Here’s what Philly can learn.
    July 11, 2023
  • Tale of two cities: What Philadelphia can learn from New Orleans’ guaranteed income pilot
    June 20, 2023
  • How to Take Care of Your Lungs After Breathing Wildfire Smoke
    June 16, 2023
  • Banking On Moms
    June 13, 2023
  • Penn Medicine offering free cancer screenings during the month of June
    June 13, 2023
  • Broken elevators terrify older people and those with disabilities in Philly apartment buildings
    June 13, 2023
  • To buy, or not to buy? Philly’s weak housing market is serving up a mix of emotions
    June 13, 2023
  • The Philly area doesn’t have enough homes available for low- and middle-income buyers
    June 12, 2023
  • Philly nonprofit to help small businesses buy property
    June 8, 2023
  • Some Pa. residents can get free air conditioners this summer
    June 8, 2023

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