
Nov. 10, 2021 10:28 am
Donations, food and God have kept Sunday Breakfast Rescue Mission going for more than 140 years
The $75K contributed this year by Joel Embiid and the 76ers was a welcome surprise, says the Mission's CEO Jeremy Montgomery, but it's only part of the story.

Aug. 20, 2021 2:27 pm
Kensington residents ask: ‘Why would you think this is acceptable for us?’
When people speak up about neighborhood issues in wealthy neighborhoods, the City resolves them. But in the Kensington area, residents say, the City forces them to wait for solutions.

Jul. 22, 2021 8:59 am
National conversation: ‘Housing First’ approach can meet the demands of homeless union
The changes necessary to meet the demands of the ATL Homeless Union are significant, but they are not unreasonable. Take a look at how some of those challenges are met in Philly, say guest columnists Ryan Villagran and Andrew Spiers.

Jun. 14, 2021 4:31 pm
Evictions at PATCO encampment show fragile nature of last summer’s Parkway agreement
The promise to place people in permanent, sustainable housing remains unfulfilled, say activists. But at least one service provider says we should be celebrating the positive developments that came from the encampments.

Jun. 7, 2021 11:35 am
Homelessness in reentry is a serious concern. Here’s what Philly is doing about it
The Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity and JPMorgan Chase are partnering to provide a full-time housing counselor from Clarifi to work with returning citizens.

May 17, 2021 2:31 pm
It’s (almost) time to mix it up at Philly Pours
This year the event will take place via Zoom on June 23 and will feature a virtual mixology experience led by Master Mixologist, Nate Rogers. And, don’t worry, you will get your own mixology kit.

May 4, 2021 9:31 am
New research parses how income inequality drives homelessness in U.S.
Analysis links income inequality with increased cost burdens, rather than how fast housing prices rise, says guest columnist Clark Merrefield.

Apr. 9, 2021 10:15 am
When little things mean a lot
New sheets and towels. A suitcase instead of a garbage bag for your clothes. The security deposit for a safe place to stay. Joel Embiid's recent donation will go to provide what may seem commonplace but isn't common for the youth YSI Philly serves.

Feb. 18, 2021 11:00 am
Hidden figures: Human services organizations’ clients are an inspiration
"It’s tough to ask for help in the best of circumstances, and a global pandemic is certainly not the best of times," says Generocity columnist Valerie Johnson.

Aug. 19, 2020 11:58 am
The protest encampments — and the housing crisis they represent — aren’t going away
On Monday the City gave notice it would evict the residents of two encampments the next day. After a flurry of actions on Tuesday, the residents find themselves with a reprieve until Thursday morning, when a federal judge is slated to hear their testimony.