Leadership Philadelphia
LEADERSHIP Philadelphia, founded in 1959, is a non-profit organization that mobilizes and connects the talent of the private sector to… serve the community. It is the original and flagship model for over 1,000 such organizations across the country. Through its Core Program, LEADERSHIP Philadelphia enhances participants’ civic knowledge and awareness and enriches their leadership skills. […]
West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
The West Philadelphia Cultural Alliance owns and operates the Paul Robeson House and Museum. The alliance was established in 1984 to… “stimulate community participation in the arts by cultivating an interest in, understanding of, and appreciation for the arts in the greater Philadelphia region.”
Philadelphia Housing Trust Fund
The Philadelphia Housing Trust Fund is an innovative and vital tool for building… and preserving affordable homes and advancing equitable neighborhood revitalization. It was established in 2005 in a collaborative effort among community organizations and city and state officials. Specifically, the Philadelphia Housing Trust Fund supports the development of new affordable homes, repair of existing […]
Philadelphia Neighborhood Housing Services
Philadelphia Neighborhood Housing Services, Inc. (PNHS) is a 501c(3) non-profit… community development corporation and certified Community Development Financial Institution, serving targeted neighborhood and populations in the City of Philadelphia. PNHS has marshaled private, philanthropic and government resources for evolving programs and services. PNHS combines these resources to halt the process of disinvestment and deterioration which […]
Right Now: What $500,000 Buys in 5 U.S. Cities (and Philadelphia)
We always enjoy articles highlighting what kind of home a certain amount of money will buy you in a variety of U.S. cities. This particular POST compares NY, Los Angeles, Atlanta, Austin and Chicago. We wanted to add some Philadelphia properties to that list, so here is what $500,000 will get you in our fair city: 114 E. […]
Philadelphia is a “Top Green City”!
According to Organic Gardening Magazine, Philadelphia is “An urban area working to make their neighborhoods (and the planet) healthier and more sustainable.” Jump to the full article HERE Philadelphia Score: 15.686 Population: 1,450,000 Since 1974, Philadelphia Green, a pioneer urban greening program, has advocated for the development and care of community gardens and open spaces […]
South Philadelphia
History South Philadelphia began as a satellite town of Philadelphia, with small townships such as Moyamensing and Southwark. During the Industrial Revolution, the area saw rapid growth, in part due to mass immigration from Ireland. Its urbanized border reached that of Philadelphia. Along with all other jurisdictions in the county, South Philadelphia became part of the […]
Philadelphia Summer Fun: 2014
When the weather gets hot, Philadelphia really comes alive! With more and more people coming into the city for the 4th of July Celebrations and the mounting summer festivals popping up, you should never be at a loss for something to do in the sweltering summer months! Here are a few hand-picked events happening in […]
How Philadelphia's Neighborhoods Got Their Names
We all know that Philadelphia is a city of neighborhoods, but did you ever wonder how they were named? We found a pretty comprehensive list on Mentalfloss. Follow the link and enjoy!
Realtors to Tour Northwest Philadelphia Schools, January 8th
The Mt. Airy Schools Coalition, Mt. Airy USA, and Elfant Wissahickon Realtors invite local realtors to visit Mt. Airy neighborhood schools. MT. AIRY – January 2, 2014 – On Wednesday, January 8th, the Mt. Airy Schools Coalition, Mt. Airy USA and Elfant Wissahickon Realtors invite local realtors to visit four neighborhood schools in northwest Philadelphia: Lingelbach, […]
