Topic: Nonprofits
Project MEOW
An all-volunteer group in West Philadelphia takes a cat-by-cat approach to caring for some of the city’s 400,000 strays — and wants your help
By Kate Krauss
The Opposite of the Philly Shrug
Crime and poverty have plagued Philadelphia since William Penn’s day. Philly gun violence interrupter Mazzie Casher has historic yet modern solutions
By Malcolm Burnley
Philly Builds Credit
More than 16,000 people in Boston have learned to manage their money and grow their credit through a program that is now expanding to Philly. Can a partnership among community groups start locals on the path to wealth?
By Courtney DuChene
Have an Idea to Scale?
Introducing a new showcase to amplify the work of the most promising nonprofit, B-Corps, and benefit corporations in the region. Find out how your organization can get the spotlight and support it needs to grow
By Jessica Blatt Press
Michael Wong
If this former Fortune 500 executive, Wharton lecturer and father of two has time to volunteer for his local animal shelter, what’s your excuse?
By Emilia Maia
MISSION Story Slam
B Corps PWPVideo hosts its 12th slam bringing together nonprofit and community leaders around a common theme: The Time is Now
By Courtney DuChene
Does Police Assisted Diversion Work?
Once a pilot, now a fully-fledged citywide program, PAD aims to divert Philadelphians from arrest and toward social services. One-and-a-half years in, how’s it doing?
By Christina Griffith
15+ LGBTQ+ Organizations in Philadelphia to Support
Want to support LGBTQ+ people living in Philadelphia? Check out these worthy organizations that could use your help.
By Isabelle Eisenberg
Philanthropy’s Big Moment
Trump’s draconian social service cuts means now is the time for donors to step up
By Vik Dewan and Mike Wang
Rebuilding Philadelphia, One Block at a Time
A nonprofit that recruits volunteers to repair homes is strengthening the physical, social, and economic infrastructure of Philly’s neighborhoods
By Malcolm Burnley