funding
May 26, 2021 8:34 am
PA county govs map out how they will use American Rescue Plan money while state dithers
According to experts, one of the most under-discussed aspects of ARP is that it represents "not only the largest positive fiscal jolt to state and local budgets in decades, but also the one most supportive of local discretion."
purpose
Mar. 24, 2021 1:30 pm
In PA, getting shots into millions of arms is a logistical and equity nightmare
Montgomery, Delaware, Chester and Bucks counties — which together account for almost 25% of the state’s population — have experienced a shortage of vaccine supplies and increased demand. And those aren't the only challenges facing suburban communities of color.
funding
Dec. 14, 2020 3:47 pm
Where has the coronavirus relief money gone?
According to the National Governor’s Association, 7 out of 10 Coronavirus Relief Fund recipients say changing and unclear guidance from the Treasury Department has slowed the allocation process.
purpose
Sep. 1, 2020 8:49 am
Shortened census count will hurt communities of color, but there is still time to be counted
According to guest columnist Aggie Yellow Horse, the Black community is at greatest risk of a census undercount. Our Generocity infographic shows that Philadelphia, Wilmington, Camden, Norristown and Chester all lag in census completion.
method
Mar. 28, 2019 3:14 pm
Tackling food insecurity: Best practices from Bucks, Chesco, Delco and Montco
From listening to community to trauma-informed approaches, nonprofits in the suburbs diversify strategies in their fight against hunger.
method
Mar. 26, 2019 12:15 pm
Helping make ends meet in Bucks, the least affordable county in the state
Penn Community Foundation looks to address issues of food, safety, housing and skills by investing in nonprofits already working in the community.
purpose
Mar. 6, 2019 1:20 pm
March is going to The ‘Burbs
Even if you don’t buy into the stereotypes, you might be forgiven for wondering what need could there possibly be for social impact organizations to work in the four wealthiest counties in the state. As it happens, there is plenty of need.
results
Jul. 26, 2018 2:16 pm
Pennsylvania is getting tighter regulations for recovery homes. Will they improve a faulty system?
In 2016, Bristol Township passed its own such ordinances. Here's what the impact and challenges have been, and why monitoring the places where people with addiction can recover matters.
funding
Jul. 14, 2015 1:00 pm
Foundations Community Partnership awards $160,000 in grant funding to Bucks County nonprofits
The Foundations Community Partnership’s Board of Directors has announced $160,000 in grant funding to support 16 Bucks County nonprofit organizations. Foundations Community Partnership, formed in 2007, is a philanthropic grantmaking foundation supporting the behavioral health and human service needs of children and young adults in Bucks County. “The Board of Directors is pleased to support […]
funding
Nov. 7, 2013 4:30 pm
Delaware Valley College “Hope of the Harvest” Farm Program Stocks Bucks County Food Pantries
Delaware Valley College is expanding both its on-campus farm and its ties to the community by growing food and partnering with hunger relief organizations to distribute healthy produce throughout the region and to Bucks County food pantries.