Kensington
Kensington: How a Local Library Engages the Youth
At the McPherson Square Library, workers like Vincent Eldering are coming up with ways to further provide safe spaces for Kensington youth. [continue reading…]
After School Program
Chestnut Hill
Northwest: How a Recreation Center Continues to Support Local Youth Amidst Funding Disparities
While the need for accessible third spaces is apparent in the city, funding is not always apparent–and employees like Satchel Smith are working to help them function. [continue reading…]
History
South Kensington: Catholic Worker House Continues Founder’s Mission Of Serving Those In Need
The intersection of Lawrence and Jefferson streets may seem like a regular corner, but between noon and 1 p.m. a line will form in front of a nondescript apartment window. Members of the community will [continue reading…]
Education
South Philadelphia: Former Teacher Helps Others Work with Young People
Andrea DiMola, a former math teacher, is now the director of the Southeast Philadelphia Collaborative (SEPC). DiMola was born and raised in South Jersey. She received her bachelor’s degree in mathematics at The College of William and Mary, [continue reading…]
Featured Stories
Mantua: Five Community Organizations Revitalizing the Neighborhood
Philadelphia’s Mantua neighborhood has been a recent target of revitalization, even getting federal attention. Here are five local organizations that have already been putting in the work to make a change in Mantua. Mighty Writers Recently highlighted [continue reading…]
Education
South Philadelphia: Motivating Students From Immigrant Families
On any given weekday afternoon, there are elementary school students completing their homework with the help of tutors and volunteers at the Cambodian Association of Greater Philadelphia’s after school program. The room bursts with youthful [continue reading…]
Arts and Entertainment
Al Dia: Kensington High CAPA Latinos Overcome Odds to Graduate
No one ever said life at an inner-city school would be easy, but Kensington High School for the Creative and Performing Arts has managed to overcome many obstacles to provide its students with an education [continue reading…]
Arts and Entertainment
Al Día: 5 People You Should Know
Although they make up just 12 percent of Philadelphia, the city’s Latino population is not shy about making their mark on the community. These are five people within Philadelphia’s Latino community who are dedicated to [continue reading…]
Education
West Philly: After-School Program Helps Local Children With Their Writing Skills
[vimeo 79246709] On the corner of 39th and Lancaster Avenue stands an unusual building with a circular facade like no other on the street. This building is perfect to house an organization like no other nearby, [continue reading…]
Carroll Park
Carroll Park: After School Program Provides Education Extension
[vimeo 63865389] In the Carroll Park section of Philadelphia sits Resurrection Baptist Church, which for the past two years has been providing extra education for children of the area with their after school program. The church, [continue reading…]