results
Apr. 18, 2019 10:51 am
Knight Foundation releases report assessing Civic Commons efforts in 5 cities, including Philly
The initiative was piloted in Philadelphia in 2015 with $11 million in support from Knight and the William Penn Foundation.
purpose
Mar. 7, 2019 11:36 am
The radical act of thinking globally — at home
"We in the suburbs, whether in Villanova or Haverford, are quite close to the city — and also deeply separated. A planetary health lens requires us to understand our interdependence, and to do community-building and world-building."
method
Jan. 15, 2019 10:49 am
‘Being thorough is being sustainable’: The South Philly Food Co-op story
Two board members of the soon-to-open, community-owned grocery store discuss collaborating with likeminded businesses and adapting to setbacks.
results
Nov. 16, 2018 12:45 pm
The GREEN Program is launching an upcycled clothing line
Come Black Friday, the public benefit corporation that sends college students on sustainability-focused study abroad trips will sell repurposed graphic t-shirts, custom denim jackets and more.
results
Oct. 16, 2018 12:15 pm
MilkCrate is now building apps for nonprofits
In the past few years, the tech startup and B Corp has shifted from running a single sustainability-focused app to helping mission-driven organizations reach their digital goals.
purpose
Sep. 28, 2018 12:45 pm
Green Philly is launching a podcast about climate change solutions
"City Rising" co-host Julie Hancher has some advice for social impact folks interested in launching a similar side project: "Find partners who have different strengths than yours."
purpose
Sep. 28, 2018 11:55 am
9 social impact-themed events to check out at DesignPhiladelphia 2018
Over a hundred design events are happening across Philly starting Oct. 4. Here are a few that integrate arts and culture, sustainability, social justice, accessibility, health, community development and more.
people
Aug. 31, 2018 12:45 pm
Leader List 2018: Meet 12 people of color strengthening Philly’s social impact sector
Nonprofit, philanthropy, local gov and biz pros working in the fields of hiring, women in leadership, social entrepreneurship, accessibility, criminal justice, LGBTQ, sustainability, leaders of color, community development, impact investing, civic tech and volunteerism.
results
Aug. 22, 2018 3:42 pm
Read the City of Philadelphia’s just-released report on its clean energy goals
"Powering Our Future: A Clean Energy Vision for Philadelphia" is a roadmap for reducing the city's carbon footprint.
people
Aug. 17, 2018 12:34 pm
Sustainability work can be as diverse as Philly’s residents: SustainPHL 2018
The third annual awards show from Green Philly celebrated community development pros, local nonprofits and other people and orgs making Philadelphia greener.
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