Business for Good

FSH Technologies

A Facebook alum wanted to do work that matches her values. Now her Philly tech company is helping the city’s small businesses navigate a new tax landscape

By Courtney DuChene
Business for Good

Aer Cosmetics

Entrepreneur and pro dancer Paige DeAngelo knows the importance of good mascara — and she’s eyeing big growth for her sustainable makeup brand this year

By Courtney DuChene

The City Knows How to Fix Our Trash Woes

If Philadelphia wants better recycling and residential trash system, this is the moment to do it, starting with a new contract with local servicers

By Courtney DuChene

What Should Philly Look Like in 2076? Ask an Eighth Grader

Breakthrough and Penn asked 20 young teens to imagine Philadelphia in 50 years. They created a vision for the future —and hope for the kids themselves

By Courtney DuChene
Citizen of the Week

Alison Grove, Hype Woman

You won’t see her dressed like Betsy Ross or scoring a goal on the World Cup soccer pitch, but behind the scenes, she’s made a career of transforming thousands of proud Philadelphians into expert — and excited — volunteer hosts

By Courtney DuChene

The Best Ways To Not Drink in Philly for Dry January

Planning to hop on the wagon for the next 31 days, more or less? Check out these non-alcoholic bars, mocktails and bottle shops in Philadelphia

By Courtney DuChene
The Citizen Recommends

2026 Free Library Author Series

The Citizen is partnering with the Free Library again to bring thinkers, doers, creators and dreamers to the stage. Join us

By Courtney DuChene
Ideas We Should Steal

Fund Reproductive Care

At a time when Washington, D.C. is in hot debate over the Affordable Care Act, Maryland is using an ACA provision to fund safe, legal abortions for Medicaid recipients — without costing taxpayers. Should Pennsylvania follow suit?

By Courtney DuChene

Where Are Women Supposed To Have Babies in Philly?

With the closing of Bryn Mawr’s Lifecycle Wellness and Birth Center, women have lost yet another important maternity option.

By Courtney DuChene
Business for Good

MeaningSphere

A new online coaching tool from former Vertex CEO Jeff Westphal promises professional mentorship — without the mentor

By Courtney DuChene