Topic: Volunteering
Cobbs Creek Park Cleanups
How a retired Philly high school science teacher started an all-volunteer anti-litter operation in Cobbs Creek Park
By Nick Russo
Let’s Make Every Day A Day of Service
Philly’s MLK Day of Service is the nation’s biggest. But it doesn’t capture who King really was. We must do better.
By Larry Platt
Help Keep Philadelphians Warm
As temperatures stay low, many Philadelphians will urgently need to find warmth over the next several weeks. Here, some simple, impactful ways you can support them.
By Nina Dilworth
How to Give Back on Thanksgiving
With food prices and hunger on the rise, giving what you can is especially important this holiday season. Here’s how you can help people and families for Thanksgiving in 2021.
By Katherine Rapin
Promptworks
The local software company proves that investing in the well-being of employees and the community can be good for the bottom line, too
By Courtney DuChene
Welcome Bread
The volunteer peanut butter and jelly brigade is helping to feed thousands of people throughout the region during the pandemic
By Elena Musher Eisenstadt
Jermaine Womack and Emily Callaghan
The West Philly neighbors are helping provide for the loved ones often overlooked during times like Covid-19: pets
By Sophie Borgenicht
Where to Volunteer in Philly in March
Our guide to volunteering in Philly this month includes opportunities to work in school libraries, spruce up vacant lots and repair homes for those in need
By Kellie Brown
9 Volunteer Opportunities in Philly This Month
Learn about a host of local organizations looking for volunteers this month
By Elizabeth Warner
Harmony Project
The Columbus, OH, nonprofit connects people across lines of difference to sing and to serve more than 60,000 volunteer hours per year. Is there room in Philly for something similar?
By Jill Harkins