purpose
Mar. 26, 2020 8:36 am
How do you help the helpers? PHL COVID-19 Fund addresses the critical role of nonprofits
The fund isn’t a static thing — it is designed to be agile and responsive to rapidly shifting needs.
purpose
Dec. 3, 2019 8:37 am
Today is #GivingTuesday! Here are 60 local nonprofit campaigns for you to support
An incomplete list of the myriad local organizations participating in the global philanthropic holiday.
purpose
Nov. 18, 2019 1:17 pm
Money Moves: Giving, getting and p(l)aying it forward
This week's Money Moves tracks philanthropic giving from Bank of America, Citizens Bank, several foundations, a violinist and a basketball player ... to start.
purpose
Oct. 10, 2019 8:00 am
Counting down the top 10 stories of all time at Generocity
As a 10th anniversary treat, we've gathered our top 10 most-read stories so you can enjoy them again (or for the first time).
purpose
Jul. 18, 2019 12:23 pm
Moving out? Here’s a guide on throwing away or donating your items
The Philadelphia Streets Department has guidelines, and there are a number of possible donation locations across the city — but do your research well before moving day.
purpose
Jun. 17, 2019 10:24 am
Lyft partners with William Way for discounted rides to the center through June. It’s also matching donations
Plus, the rideshare company is making pronoun choice for riders possible in its app, and helping its trans drivers with the cost of a legal name-change.
method
Jun. 14, 2019 7:34 am
How to decide which organization gets your money
Columnist Valerie Johnson outlines how to get "a good read on who is doing good work, who is using donations responsibly, and who is really meeting their mission."
purpose
Mar. 8, 2019 1:02 pm
Recovery after a fire starts with a safe place to stay
After a disaster, a short-term recovery center can provide shelter, food, clothing and services. Here's how to support Philadelphia's Red Cross House — plus, how to get a free ticket to its upcoming Red Ball.
purpose
Jul. 3, 2018 4:45 pm
Mighty Writers bought 100 books for kids held at a local detention center. Now, they’re not welcome
After a planned Tuesday morning delivery to Berks County Residential Center was "abruptly cancelled" on Monday afternoon, the nonprofit is regrouping.
method
Dec. 27, 2016 12:29 pm
This crowdfunding app for the homeless could roll out soon
StreetChange, a mobile crowdfunding app developed by Penn researchers Andrew Siegel and Dan Treglia, was piloted in the spring.