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Childhood experiences can have a lasting impact

A recipe for success defeating a hidden public health crisis

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, October 06, 2015
Traumatic childhood experiences can impact mental health, but they can also have serious longterm ramifications for a person's physical health. This troubling echo can plague whole communities -- fortunately, Philly is at the forefront of tackling the problem.
Rossman's studio

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Picnicking for a cause, open studio tours and a tree-tastic closing reception

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, September 29, 2015
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A work in progress at EAT Cafe

New West Philly cafe aims to bring everyone to the table

Samantha Wittchen Tuesday, September 08, 2015
At EAT Cafe, local families will be able to pay-what-they-can and enjoy a delicious sit-down meal. This community restaurant, backed by Drexel and the Vetri Foundation, could serve as a model for how food can transform a community.
A historic space with an ambitious mission

A safe space on Broad Street

Brandon Alcorn Tuesday, August 18, 2015
Broad Street Ministry feeds and serves some of the city's most vulnerable citizens, and now they're using modern tools such as data collection and crowdfunding to have an even bigger impact.
Jennifer Baker

InLiquid Artist Profile: Jennifer Baker

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, July 28, 2015
This Northern Liberties-based artist illuminates the shifts in her evolving neighborhood.
Impact Hub Philly

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Open hours at NextFab, party at The Porch and running for justice

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, July 14, 2015
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Co-op organizers and participants (from left) Karon Smith, Courtney Bowles, Faith Barton, Keenan Jones and Mark Strandquist

Creative Exchange: People's Paper Co-op rewrites the narratives of those with criminal records

Nicole Rupersburg Tuesday, June 16, 2015
By combining creativity with social justice advocacy, two Philadelphia artists are making life better for the previously incarcerated. 
PowerCorpsPHL

JOIN(t) Action: Igniting innovation on education and job growth

Alaina Mabaso Tuesday, May 05, 2015
From building better internships to helping adults finish college degrees, this speaker series offered pathways to more dynamic and inclusive Philadelphia job market.
Annual Sapsucker Festival

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: LadyHacks, a youth art showcase and communing with nature

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, March 03, 2015
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Cooper River Distillers

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: Global Service Jam, Swashbuckler's Ball and Speakeasy Open Mic Night

Hailey Blessing Tuesday, February 24, 2015
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Philly residents and police working together

Groundbreaking police-community partnerships offer ways to improve neighborhood safety

Brandon Alcorn Tuesday, January 06, 2015
In response to some of the most essential issues of our time, dozens of communities across the U.S. -- including some in Philadelphia -- have formed effective, innovative partnerships with the police, improving safety and trust between residents and law enforcement.
FrostFest

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: #GivingTuesday, Greensgrow's Holiday Bazaar and FrostFest on the Parkway

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, November 25, 2014
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Movie Movie Live

PHILLY 3 FOR ALL: A Duck Dash, PHeaST and Movie Movie Live!

Flying Kite Staff Tuesday, October 14, 2014
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TAP620

Thirteen ideas for your city from the inaugural Urban Innovation Exchange

Walter Wasacz Tuesday, October 07, 2014
From September 24 through 26, a group of innovators working on small scale, place-based projects around the country convened in Detroit to talk about what works in their cities.
Rose Petals Cafe, after

Kiva Zip brings microfinance to Philadelphia

Lee Stabert Tuesday, October 07, 2014
Small businesses and startups in the City of Brotherly Love now have a powerful new tool: Kiva Zip provides crowdfunded, zero-interest loans to entrepreneurs that engage with their communities. Become a lender on October 15 and double your impact.
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