Green-Lighting Change

Poverty-fighting programs have spent millions in Philly—but the numbers of poor people remain high. GreenLight Fund supports data-based programs that have proven to make a real difference

By Jessica Blatt Press

“Dignity from the Door”

As our city faces new challenges every day, Pathways to Recovery hasn’t wavered in its commitment to providing a much-needed system of support

By Jessica Blatt Press
The Citizen Recommends

Spirits Up! Yoga and Healing

In the wake of the protests, this six-day effort will provide free yoga and meditation around town for Black Philadelphians

By Jessica Blatt Press
WATCH

Health care disparity in the age of Covid-19

The most recent online Citizen event explored the deplorable state of racial inequality in health care, and what we can do about it

By Jessica Blatt Press

18 Father’s Day Gifts That Give Back

Pamper the old man with gifts that support our communities

By Jessica Blatt Press
Business for Good

Grant Blvd.

The fashion company, founded by a high school teacher, doesn’t just make clothes. It models the way forward

By Jessica Blatt Press
Business For Good

Mask Match

Two Swarthmore alums are using their tech skills to get PPE in the hands of those who need it most

By Jessica Blatt Press
Citizen of the Week

Patty Bassett

The Delco mom pairs families experiencing hunger in the face of Covid-19 with those who can give—right in their own backyards

By Jessica Blatt Press
WATCH

Chat with Dayton Mayor Nan Whaley

The second-term Dayton, Ohio, mayor talked about the role of cities post-Covid with Drexel’s Nowak Metro Finance Lab Director Bruce Katz, in partnership with Fitler Club

By Jessica Blatt Press
WATCH

Six Things We Learned About AG Josh Shapiro

The state’s highest-ranking law enforcement official got real last night during a virtual chat with The Citizen, in partnership with Fitler Club

By Jessica Blatt Press