How to Support Veterans

More than a dozen ways to give back to those who fought to keep you free

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy

Help People Who Are Homeless in Philadelphia

More than 15 ways to make a difference in the lives of Philadelphians experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness

By Christine Speer Lejeune

How to Fight Food Insecurity in Philly

Donate peanut butter! Organize a food drive! Sort cans! Here are 15 simple things you can do now to help food insecure citizens of Philadelphia.

By Christine Speer Lejeune
Citizens of the Week

Ginger Arts Center Student Organizers

The Chinatown hub launched to organize protest against the proposed Center City 76ers arena. Now it's a student-led third space for building community and having an impact

By Charissa Howard

Let’s Rethink What it Means to “Touch the Bell”

A call to action for all Philadelphians

By Thomas Devaney
Citizens of the Week

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

Good Things to Do Down the Shore

A non-selfish guide to lighten your footprint and do something nice this summer for the beach towns you love

By Olivia Kram, Lauren McCutcheon and Gianna Voges
Citizen of the Week

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

How to Make that Super Bowl Feeling Last Forever …

The Birds won by playing as a team. You can, too. Join something!

By Lauren McCutcheon

52 Small Ways To Make A Better Philly

Do one thing a week that makes you a better citizen of your city. Here, some ideas to get you started

By Roxanne Patel Shepelavy