A safe space on Broad Street
Broad Street Ministry feeds and serves some of Philadelphia's most vulnerable citizens, and now they're using modern tools to have an even bigger impact.
Home Steady: Discovering new ways to house Pennsylvanians
In an effort to preserve affordable housing in a rapidly-changing city, the WCRP is tapping a fresh tool. The resulting Community Justice Land Trust aims to help Philadelphians realize the dream of home ownership.
Connecting the dots in Philly's neighborhoods
The Community Connectors program employs a diverse stable of advocates -- from high school students to crossing guards to stay-at-home moms -- to unify and energize neighborhoods across Philadelphia.
Groundbreaking police-community partnerships offer ways to improve neighborhood safety
Dozens of communities across the U.S. -- including in Philadelphia and Pittsburgh -- have formed effective, ongoing partnerships with the police, improving safety and trust between residents and law enforcement.
A West Philadelphia neighborhood pushes for the right kind of development
The Mantua community comes together to drive a revolutionary rezoning process that will foster homeownership, vibrant commercial corridors and increased food access in this West Philly neighborhood.
Night Market to bring thousands of hungry, thirsty, curious Philadelphians to Lancaster Avenue
Over the last four years, The Food Trust's wildly popular Night Markets have invigorated commercial corridors throughout the city, drawing thousands for strolling, eating, drinking and engagement with the arts. Tonight it rolls into West Philly.
Worked Up: Employing a holistic approach to hiring
The current labor market requires innovation, creativity and commitment -- not only to finding the best workers, but to cultivating them. Meet two Philadelphia companies committed to rethinking how they train and hire.
What does it mean to be a Promise Zone?
An area of West Philadelphia earns a prestigious national designation, but according to stakeholders and residents, this decree from President Obama is actually a symbol of the changes already underway.