purpose
Oct. 30, 2018 12:30 pm
4 unheralded Philadelphia nonprofits doing the tough, on-the-ground work
Four experienced nonprofit execs picked four local orgs they think more people should know about. Meet Up and Running Healthcare Solutions, Tree House Books, Urban Creators and Preventing HIV Project.
purpose
Oct. 24, 2018 12:45 pm
This innovative intake system model aims to shorten wait times for social services
Centralized intake systems hinge on collaboration between providers. In Philadelphia, the homeless services, home visiting and legal sectors are all developing ways to bring the method to their clients.
purpose
Oct. 5, 2018 11:58 am
A conference for caregivers supports the unpaid ‘backbone of the healthcare system’
"We put ourselves at the bottom of the list and the bottom is the part we never get to," said Nancy's House founder Elissa Lewin about those taking care of sick or disabled family members.
funding
Oct. 4, 2018 11:21 am
Vote for one of these 10 Philly health nonprofits to win $20,000
Aetna's Voices of Health contest is highlighting local orgs with a focus on addressing the social determinants of health in the communities they serve.
purpose
Jun. 27, 2018 12:46 pm
Mental health guide: Where to get therapy on a sliding scale in Philadelphia
Many of these 12+ organizations' fees are based on income, so insurance isn’t required to receive help.
method
May 22, 2018 11:10 am
This is what it’s like to give birth while incarcerated
Maternity Care Coalition's MOMobile supports mothers at Riverside Correctional Facility. Director of Behavioral Health Colette Green shares details of the program, including its on-site doula services and reentry support.
method
May 21, 2018 12:44 pm
Storytelling is the new support group for social impact pros
We've counted at least five mission-themed story slams in Philly in the past month. Why? "Seeing someone that goes through the same things you do is very powerful."
method
May 21, 2018 9:49 am
Why nonprofits need to switch to person-first language immediately
Direct-service orgs are perfectly equipped to drive large-scale adoption of more humanizing word use, argues columnist Valerie Johnson.
method
Apr. 12, 2018 12:43 pm
Why America needs a Black Maternal Health Week
The national initiative, running from April 11 through 17, is shedding light on the challenges Black mothers face on a regular basis when seeking adequate healthcare.
people
Mar. 1, 2018 1:55 pm
14 women organizers you should know in Philadelphia
Local activist leaders working on issues such as labor, incarceration, immigration, healthcare and more.
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