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March For Our Lives Philly youth organizers: It’s ‘extremely important for us to participate in politics’ method

Feb. 20, 2019 2:40 pm

March For Our Lives Philly youth organizers: It’s ‘extremely important for us to participate in politics’

Local teens are hosting voter registration drives at their schools and encouraging their peers to be politically aware. Plus, here's how to vote for the first time.
Philly needs new voting machines. Here’s why the buying process must be kept transparent purpose

Jan. 9, 2019 4:02 pm

Philly needs new voting machines. Here’s why the buying process must be kept transparent

"As a city, we must prioritize public input," opines Jennifer Devor, a local committeperson and candidate for city commissioner.
Philly social impact showed up strong for democracy this morning people

Nov. 6, 2018 12:07 pm

Philly social impact showed up strong for democracy this morning

Meet a few folks from the local nonprofit/philanthropy/social enterprise/government space who have already turned out to vote today.
Local Politics 101: A Philly committeeperson explains the ward system and why she’s proud to vote method

Oct. 29, 2018 7:45 am

Local Politics 101: A Philly committeeperson explains the ward system and why she’s proud to vote

"We need to remind our children that who we vote to put into our government also fixes the potholes, reduces taxes, increases taxes, funds our schools and takes care of our seniors," said the 18th Ward's Venise Whitaker.
Hello, did you know that today is the last day to register to vote in Pa. before the fall election? purpose

Oct. 9, 2018 10:33 am

Hello, did you know that today is the last day to register to vote in Pa. before the fall election?

It's true! Let Generocity columnist Akeem Dixon and WHYY teach you how to use a voting a machine with this quick video.
A new voter registration initiative aims to get Philly high school students to the polls on Nov. 6 purpose

Sep. 21, 2018 12:00 pm

A new voter registration initiative aims to get Philly high school students to the polls on Nov. 6

The City of Philadelphia's Office of Youth Engagement and the Urban League of Philadelphia are visiting three schools on Sept. 25, National Voter Registration Day.
This national civic accelerator for progressives is coming to Philadelphia purpose

Jun. 5, 2018 9:01 am

This national civic accelerator for progressives is coming to Philadelphia

The Arena's next summit aims to convene 1,000 people this September to hear from political pros and learn the ins and outs of running for office.
Member Spotlight: 3 passion projects we love people

May 15, 2018 9:35 am

Member Spotlight: 3 passion projects we love

Translated voter rights cards, a conference for small foundations and a worldwide gratitude map.
Hey, quick reminder: The primaries are May 15, and you should vote purpose

May 2, 2018 1:14 pm

Hey, quick reminder: The primaries are May 15, and you should vote

Check out these handy resources before you head to the polls.
How New Colossus Donors changed in its second year of funding democratic values funding

Mar. 27, 2018 12:45 pm

How New Colossus Donors changed in its second year of funding democratic values

The year-old giving circle just awarded $7,255 in unrestricted funds to nonprofits working in gun violence prevention, women's health, immigration and voting rights.