funding
Dec. 12, 2013 10:00 am
2nd Annual Youth Nonprofit Symposium Brings Together Nonprofits and Corporate Funders
Representatives from a range of nonprofits that serve youth gathered at Pierce College yesterday, December 10, to meet with funders at Councilman David Oh’s 2nd Annual Nonprofit Youth Symposium. “We put this together as a way to supplement funds but also to orient people and teach them how to apply to certain foundations,” Oh said. […]
method
Dec. 11, 2013 1:28 pm
Campus Philly Unveils New 3 Year Strategic Plan Focused on Internships, Community
Photo by Melissa Gregoli After more than a decade of engaging college students to drive economic growth, Campus Philly has released a new 3-year strategic plan. “The external environment was changing. Philadelphia’s status as a city was improving over that period of time, and we really felt that the strategic plan was an important […]
purpose
Dec. 10, 2013 3:02 pm
Campbell Soup Company Ranks on National List of Best Corporate Citizens
Campbell's Soup has become a staple in grocery stores and kitchens all over the world, but it is more than an affordable and iconic food product.
method
Dec. 9, 2013 2:25 pm
What Happened to Philly4Philly?: A Q&A with Founder Dan Morrison
Philly4Philly, a crowdfunding platform by Citizen Effect, launched last summer with the goal of connecting local nonprofits with a broader field of donors. Less than a year later, it was gone. We asked Citizen Effect’s founder Dan Morrison to tell us what happened, what he learned and what he’s doing now. His answers have been edited for length.
results
Dec. 9, 2013 10:00 am
Philadelphia Ranked #1 in LGBT Equality: How could it impact state legislation?
“Philadelphia is far ahead of the rest of the state in terms of equality protection, and many of my colleagues don’t realize how different it is to live in Philadelphia than other parts of the state,” says Sims. “Most people don’t realize that in Pennsylvania, you can still be fired for being LGBT, or denied treatment or services by a private company.”
purpose
Dec. 6, 2013 10:32 am
Monkey and The Elephant Cafe Set to Open at Transfer Station
The Transfer Station is a co-working space that offers tailor-made spaces and customized support services for bringing ideas to life in Manayunk.
method
Dec. 5, 2013 1:15 pm
A Mix of Funding Brings LEED Platinum Certified Housing Development to Philadelphia
The Paseo Verde housing development – dedicated at a ribbon-cutting ceremony earlier this week – seems to have something for everyone: energy-efficient design, a transit location nearby, a health center, and a mix of low and moderate-income housing. In fact, it is the nation’s first development to be certified LEED for Neighborhood Development, or LEED-ND. Located just outside […]
purpose
Dec. 4, 2013 3:52 pm
University City Food Recycling Project Brings Together Amtrak, EPA, Philabundance
Philadelphia’s University City District (UCD) has long exhibited a commitment to sustainability. But with its new Food Recycling Program, the UCD is thinking outside the blue bin to help reduce its carbon footprint and feed its less fortunate residents.
purpose
Dec. 4, 2013 11:00 am
Passyunk Square Civic Association Celebrates 10 Year Anniversary
The nonprofit's mission is to enhance the quality of life in the neighborhood in order to preserve the neighborhood’s unique historic character and to promote a cohesive community of residents, businesses and institutions.
funding
Dec. 3, 2013 9:30 am
Fresh Food Hub Launches Kickstarter Campaign to Expand Mobile Food Service
The fundraising goal of $9,773 was exceeded.