Voice: Jessica Blatt Press
Biking 158 miles from Philly to Harrisburg
The nonprofit We Love Philly is leading a bike ride from August 17 to August 20 to raise awareness for Act 158. Join them for all or part of the journey in support of high school students throughout the Commonwealth.
By Jessica Blatt Press
How to Really Build Black Business Density
Part 2 of our live podcast taping reveals the secrets to combating the negative aspects of gentrification, and the most important document any city leader would be wise to read
By Jessica Blatt Press
Placemaking and Economic Growth
During our latest Development … for Good event, Connor Barwin, Jerry Sweeney and other civic trailblazers shared the secrets to growing stronger communities through smart design
By Jessica Blatt Press
Banking on Moms
When it launches in 2024, Philly Joy Bank will be a guaranteed income pilot designed to support Philadelphians who too often fall through the cracks: pregnant women of color and their babies
By Jessica Blatt Press
How to Build Black Business Density, Part I
In the latest installment of our How to Really Run a City Podcast, former Philly Mayor Michael Nutter and former Atlanta Mayor Kasim Reed host an all-star lineup of mayors and experts to address one of the most pressing issues of our time
By Jessica Blatt Press
How to Really Run A City Live Taping
The live recording will kick off the African-American Chamber of Commerce summit of Black Mayors to address the question: How can we grow Black business in cities?
By Jessica Blatt Press
Getting To Graduation, Together
Could College Together hold the answer to our nation’s higher education woes?
By Jessica Blatt Press
Nina Ahmad Thinks Philly Needs Compassion and Science
Ahmad is the only City Council At-Large candidate who would bring two disparate experiences to the role: as a war survivor and a scientist
By Jessica Blatt Press
REFORM Alliance Community Day of Action
Meek Mill’s probation reform group is celebrating Second Chances Month with an event for returning citizens Saturday. All are welcome to show up and work for change
By Jessica Blatt Press
Not Your Country Club’s Squash Team
City kids playing squash? The nonprofit SquashSmarts has combined the sport with academic and social support as a college and career launchpad for hundreds of Philly kids
By Jessica Blatt Press