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South Kensington: Catholic Worker House Continues Founder’s Mission Of Serving Those In Need

April 28, 2016 Emily Catharine Ganser

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

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Strawberry Mansion: Shoe Drive Campaign Makes Environmental and Economic Impact

December 18, 2015 Noe Carlos Garcia

Irvin B. Shannon, executive director of the Harmonious Volunteer Center (HVC), walked into Wash-n-Dry Laundromat at 26th Street and Cecil B. Moore Avenue on Wednesday, Dec. 2. He greeted the laundry attendant, opened the lid

Northern Liberties

Northern Liberties: Healing, Helping and Finding Homes for Animals

April 23, 2015

Street Tails Animal Rescue’s mission is to give the homeless and unwanted the second chance they all deserve- with a focus on those with special needs. The volunteers at STAR devote their time, energy, and

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Old City: Thank-a-Vet Helps Veterans Put Best Foot Forward

November 20, 2014

  An ‘80s cult classic movie gave Shannon Drake one of her first ideas for Thank-a-Vet. The therapist, who works with veterans in a Northeast Philly housing program, said she was talking to a veteran

Mayfair

Mayfair: Putting Used Goods To Good Use

October 20, 2014

At first glance, the interior of The Camouflage Rhino looks and feels just like any other thrift store you may have visited. Racks of clothing, second-hand furniture and various used appliances fill the sales floor.

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West Poplar: Helping Hand Rescue Mission Transforms the Lives of Those in Need

July 1, 2013

https://vimeo.com/69121007] Helping Hand Rescue Mission has given homeless and impoverished people within its community a chance to revitalize their lives through religion and its services. Located at 610 N. 6th St., the mission offers Thursday

Arts and Entertainment

Kensington: Habitat for Humanity ReStore Made Possible Through Donations

May 1, 2013

https://vimeo.com/65098295] Habitat for Humanity ReStore, set in a 19,000 square-foot warehouse, serves about 200 people per day. If it weren’t for non-monetary donations, the unique second-hand retail outlet in Kensington would not be able to

Fishtown

Fishtown: Donations of Prom Dresses for Girls in Need

February 16, 2012

Maryelis Santiago recently realized that many young girls might not be able to afford prom attire due to financial shortcomings. Hoping that girls may get the dresses they deserve, Santiago has formed a prom dress

Carroll Park

Carroll Park: Ministry Provides ‘Helping Hands’

January 29, 2012

Thomas Smith of Cedar Park stood in line with more than 50 people waiting outside Philadelphia Police Department’s 19th District station at 61st and Thompson streets. Smith was one of hundreds of community members who received

Nestor Valverde is the Captain at the Salvation Army at 3150 North Mascher Street.
North Philadelphia

North Philadelphia: Salvation Army Running Low on Winter Resources

November 11, 2011

Read the version in Spanish here in Al Dia. A piece of computer paper was taped to the window at the front desk of the Salvation Army. It read “Sorry, no more boy coats” with

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