people
Feb. 11, 2019 12:30 pm
Power Moves: 12+ founder Ray John is an M. Night Shyamalan Foundation ‘leader’
Plus, Keep Philadelphia Beautiful's next ED comes from United By Blue, United Way of Chester County picked a new CEO and a bunch of other leadership changes in Philly social impact.
purpose
Feb. 8, 2019 10:50 am
#MeToo must focus on the experiences of low-wage workers facing sexual harassment
"One thing we can try to do is to prevent sexual harassment from happening in the first place, before the harm occurs that can leave someone traumatized for life, or excluded from a career."
people
Feb. 7, 2019 5:05 pm
My Philly Neighbor: Meet Germantown civic leader Marie-Monique Marthol
In this first edition of a Broke in Philly-adjacent reporting series about unsung community leaders, the Pomona Cherokee Civic Council's president describes people as the neighborhood's greatest resource.
purpose
Feb. 7, 2019 1:18 pm
On the Market: 11 open jobs in fundraising, marketing, education and more
Want to change your title to "rockstar" substitute teacher, marketing manager, director of major gifts? Read on.
results
Feb. 6, 2019 2:10 pm
Four years in, rescue app Food Connect has grown enough to become its founder’s full-time job
Megha Kulshreshtha and co. are now focusing on growing partnerships with food security-focused nonprofits such as Philabundance and sharing its successes.
funding
Feb. 6, 2019 8:56 am
When activism feels fruitless, remember: All forward motion counts
If you can’t see how your actions and donations are moving the big needle, think of the little needles that you’re moving every time you show up to do the work, writes How to Give columnist Lansie Sylvia.
people
Feb. 5, 2019 12:27 pm
Hear these 13 speakers at TEDxPhiladelphia’s first conference in four years
The event, themed "Unintended Consequences," returns May 15.
purpose
Feb. 5, 2019 10:12 am
Breastfeeding in Riverside: Meet 3 moms who pump in jail
A lactation program run by Maternity Care Coalition encourages incarcerated new mothers to maintain their breast milk supply, reinforcing maternal bonds and providing health benefits to their newborns.
method
Feb. 4, 2019 12:45 pm
Where to find low-cost tax prep resources in Philadelphia
And because need for financial help doesn't disappear after April 15, consider these options for benefits and legal assistance for disputes involving taxes, too.
method
Feb. 4, 2019 9:17 am
So, you got the job interview. Here’s how to impress your potential future boss
Your cover letter rocked and you're on the next step toward employment bliss. Follow these tips from recent nonprofit hiring manager Valerie Johnson to finish strong.
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