results
Dec. 2, 2016 7:43 am
Whoa, Philly Futures has an app now
Want to engage kids? Make an app.
people
Nov. 28, 2016 7:46 am
How education nonprofit 12+ builds a ‘college-going culture’ in the schools it serves
When it comes to increasing college enrollment, it's not just about targeting the highest-achieving students, said cofounder Ray John in his "Around the Corner" interview.
people
Nov. 10, 2016 4:02 pm
Scholly’s Christopher Gray on what it takes to be a social entrepreneur
The Shark Tank alum and local success story gave up-and-comers some tips via the New York TImes.
purpose
Jun. 6, 2016 8:13 am
If you’re looking for a job in youth development, read this
For this edition of On the Market, we rounded up a handful of local youth-focused orgs looking to hire.
people
May 24, 2016 9:23 am
Why this local risk consultant is helping Muslim students connect with mentors
It all started with an unknowingly insensitive comment from a college professor.
results
May 9, 2016 10:34 am
100 percent of Philadelphia Futures’ students got into college for the 22nd consecutive year
Every student from this year's class of 86 was accepted into at least one college. The nonprofit is also celebrating the college graduation of 50 program participants.
method
Apr. 11, 2016 8:30 am
Here’s how UConnect aims to bridge the communication gap between Drexel students and West Philly residents
“When two people get together to just have an honest conversation, they find that they have much more in common than they realized.”
purpose
Feb. 12, 2016 11:55 am
Here’s the comprehensive guide to LGBTQ resources at Philly universities
We talked to campus leaders and grappled with what makes an LGBTQ-friendly college in Philadelphia. Plus, a list of each area university's LGBTQ resources.
purpose
Jan. 26, 2016 11:25 am
Here’s how this nonprofit gets hundreds of high school and college students excited about their futures
Philadelphia Futures' annual conference offered a glimpse into how it keeps its students on track for academic success.
funding
Dec. 28, 2015 12:30 pm
This local economics professor wandered into impact investing and brought his class with him
Today, Shannon Mudd sits on the executive committee at Investors' Circle Philadelphia. Four years ago, the economics professor didn't know the impact investing network existed.