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Food: Spring Gardens Volunteer Coordinator Reveals the Human Side of Nature
The Spring Gardens Community Garden is a hidden gem in an urban jungle. [continue reading…]
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Education
Education: Center For Literacy Classes Offer Adult Learners Help, Hope
Adult illiteracy is a major issue in Philadelphia, with more than two-thirds of the adult population classified as low literate – meaning they do not have the basic skills necessary for the modern workplace, according to a [continue reading…]
Education
Overbrook: College Students Aiming to Improve Community
Saint Joseph’s University students are pairing up with organizations throughout the Overbrook community in order to build stronger relationships with fellow residents. “As with any university, there is some tension between students and the community,” [continue reading…]
Hunting Park
Hunting Park: Volunteers Help Local Business Prosper
In times of economic hardship, volunteers have become an increasing necessity to keep many businesses running. In particular, community programs are especially in need of volunteers when funding is so hard to get. Blessings Inc. is a [continue reading…]