The prominent LGBTQ advocate and social activist passed last month. We gathered lessons from other in Philadelphia's nonprofit and social impact community.

"Her unrelenting work in North Philly kept Broad Street alive," says Jean Hunt, a board member of the Bread & Roses Community Fund.

Harvey was known for using events to build community for Black entrepreneurs. He died on Monday, Oct. 12.

Torres Colón, who died Feb. 5, is remembered professionally as a champion of equity and inclusion, and personally for his commitment to fostering and finding homes for senior and homeless dogs.

The cable television magnate spent his last two decades giving away over $1.3 billion, much of which has been directed at organizations benefitting arts and culture, high-risk youth and universities in the Philadelphia region.