Kensington
Kensington: How One Employee Runs a Local Cooking Program for the Youth
This program, called PB&J, teaches local youth how to safely cook–and get paid for it. [continue reading…]
Community
Neighborhoods
From Refugee Camps to City Streets: The Cambodian Legacy in Philadelphia
Peter Sey’s childhood picture with his mother Amanda Nith, early 2000s “My parents and grandparents have always prioritized our culture and religion,” Sey said. “They madesure my sister and I learned about our traditions,” Sey [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
The Impact of Queer Sports Leagues in Philadelphia
By Dani Hollidge In the heart of Philadelphia, Stonewall Sports has become more than just a league-it’s athriving community that celebrates the spirit of queer sports and inclusivity. Founded as a part ofa national network [continue reading…]
Bridesburg
Public Parks; The Key to Giving Big Cities Life
Philadelphia is an extremely diverse city. It’s filled with many Philly natives, as well asmany people who move here for school or work, and many travelers as well. Being filled with alarge diverse population of [continue reading…]
North Philadelphia
Social Issues: Violence and COVID Not Enough To Bring YouthBuild’s Bullock Down
After suffering extremely brutal losses in his family, Sahjir Bullock found the courage to finish what he started at YouthBuild. [continue reading…]
Featured Stories
Providing Food and Friendship with Caring for Friends
“Caring for Friends” was founded in 1974. Its founder believed that no one should be hungry or alone in a world of caring people. The organization’s mission is simple: to provide food and friendship in the 5-county Philadelphia region. It delivers meals to community members who are unable to cook for themselves. [continue reading…]
Business
East Kensington: How Lee’s Dumplings is Bridging a Changing Community Through Healthy, Affordable Comfort Food
In a neighborhood defined by rapid change, rising developments, and a shifting
demographic, Lee’s Dumplings and Stuff is more than just a restaurant. It’s a symbol of how
small businesses can help create a sense of community amid gentrification. As young
professionals move into East Kensington, owner Gally Lee has tapped into the growing need for
reasonably priced, healthy meals that cater to both long-time locals and newer arrivals. The
restaurant offers common ground for different generations and economic classes to meet and
connect. [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
Yes, We Can Grow Old — Mary and Suz
I met Mary and Suz at a roundtable discussion about what it’s like to be a queer senior – for me, that meant a college senior, and for them, it meant being a senior citizen. [continue reading…]
Environment
Fairmount Park Conservancy: The Organization Keeping Philly Parks Alive
The Fairmount Park Conservancy, one of the leading nonprofits for outdoor areas in Philadelphia, has been around for decades. After evolving from The Commission, which was created in 1867, and The Fairmount Park Foundation, which [continue reading…]
Neighborhoods
Transforming Lives: YouthBuild Philly Charter School Offers Hope Amidst High Youth Violence Rates
In the heart of one of Philadelphia’s most violent neighborhoods, YouthBuild Philly Charter School provides at-risk young adults with essential education and job skills, empowering them to break the cycle of violence and build a brighter future. [continue reading…]