people
Mar. 2, 2017 12:57 pm
Team Up Philly teaches girls leadership through sports. Here’s one success story
The nonprofit uses mentorship to encourage girls' empowerment. It's part of the reason Central High School senior Miyah Davis went from reluctant tennis player to committed coach for the next generation.
people
Jan. 26, 2017 12:55 pm
How this Rastafarian-Quaker and Mutulu Shakur protégé is fighting for returning citizens in Philly
The Center for Returning Citizens founder has a different vision for prison reform and reentry in Philadelphia's Black communities.
people
Jan. 6, 2017 7:56 am
This new nonprofit uses mentorship to help Philly youth shape their own stories
ReStory is looking for partners to expand its work.
purpose
Nov. 14, 2016 12:55 pm
The Institute of Hip Hop Entrepreneurship is hoping it holds the keys to success
The throne is in sight for every young entrepreneur in the first cohort. First, they need to learn how to get there. That nine-month, Knight-funded journey begins this week.
people
Oct. 27, 2016 3:22 pm
This CEO is making sure fellow women technologists have mentors
Jumoke Dada is launching Tech Women Network while supporting her charity initiative for young women entering college. She spoke about both during her "Around the Corner" interview.
people
Aug. 30, 2016 12:58 pm
Betcha don’t know these Philly rappers for their social impact
Philly artists Black Thought, Meek Mill and Freeway have three different approaches to hometown philanthropy.
method
Aug. 8, 2016 2:50 pm
Seriously, get yourself a mentor
Five reasons why social entrepreneurs should seek a business mentor — and some suggestions for where to find one.
people
Aug. 4, 2016 3:17 pm
‘Which case of police brutality has affected you and the organization the most?’
Generocity's high school intern asks Universal Companies' Nikkia Moss and Reid Moss the tough questions about policy brutality and engaging Black youth in this edition of Around the Corner.
results
Aug. 2, 2016 8:07 am
How two frustrated Philly judges are trying to keep former inmates out of prison
Founded by judges Michael Erdos and Lisa Rau, the MENTOR Program expects its pilot to graduate 14 out of 26 participants. Program Director Carly Friedman is optimistic.
funding
Jul. 21, 2016 2:54 pm
Impact100 Philadelphia is expanding its Founders Fellowship
The collective giving nonprofit just opened its third application cycle to help young women get their feet in the philanthropic door. It's started a "path to membership" program for existing fellows, too.