Voice: Jessica Blatt Press
Transparency in Local Government
Citizen co-founder Larry Platt hosts a conversation about putting people first at City Hall—so businesses can thrive
By Jessica Blatt PressNot Your Grandma’s Library
Like every generation before them, today’s teens just want a place to call their own. The basement of 1901 Vine Street provides just that
By Jessica Blatt PressHoneycomb Credit
The Pittsburgh-based startup has expanded to Philly with a crowdfunding model to help small businesses with one of their toughest challenges: getting loans
By Jessica Blatt Press11 Ways to Volunteer in Philly this Month
Take care of shelter animals, sort through food and winter clothing donations and more volunteer opportunities in Philadelphia in January
By Jessica Blatt Press“30 Americans”
Penn professor Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw, curator of the groundbreaking exhibit at The Barnes, talks about the importance of art to tell everyone’s story
By Jessica Blatt Press“30 Americans”
Gwendolyn DuBois Shaw, Penn professor and the first woman to be senior historian of the National Portrait Gallery, curated the groundbreaking exhibit at the Barnes. Here she talks about the importance of art to tell everyone’s story.
By Jessica Blatt PressThe Truth on the Ground
The winners of last year’s Jeremy Nowak Urban Innovation Award took a deep dive into Grays Ferry. Here’s what they learned.
By Jessica Blatt PressBuilding Black Role Models
Research shows we need more Black teachers in our classrooms—for everyone's sake. A former Mastery principal is working on it
By Jessica Blatt PressThe Soulfull Project
Two Campbell’s alums have struck out on their own to create healthy, delicious oatmeal—with a purpose
By Jessica Blatt PressGifts That Give Back
Looking to give some impactful gifts this season? Our holiday gift guide can help you with that.
By Jessica Blatt Press