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Janice K. “Jake” Marini joins United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey as Chief Stakeholder Engagement Officer

The leadership team at United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) recently welcomed Janice K. “Jake” Marini as Chief Stakeholder Engagement Officer...

The Promise Seeks Partners in Criminal Record Sealing and Employment Access Campaign

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ), in partnership with the City of Philadelphia, has released a Call for Collaboration to local...

United Way Recognizes Susan Jacobson as 2021 Women United Honoree As Part of Annual Power of the Purse Event

Additional honorees include Erinn Corbett-Wright, Vice President, Charitable Foundation Program Manager at TD Bank, Tess Hart Co-founder & CEO of Triple Bottom Brewing Company and...

The Philadelphia Tribune: United Way launches initiative to build equitable entrepreneurship ecosystem

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey has launched an effort to build an inclusive entrepreneurship ecosystem. The Built By Philly initiative is...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Launches Built by Philly; Announces $750,000 Investment from JPMorgan Chase to

PHILADELPHIA, PA – To mark National Entrepreneurs’ Day, United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) kicked off the next phase of its...

Amy Leichner Joins United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey as Chief Financial Officer

The leadership team at United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) recently welcomed Amy Leichner as Chief Financial Officer. PHILADELPHIA, PA —...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Expands Leadership Team with Managing Director of Financial Empowerment

The leadership team at United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) recently welcomed Alicia Atkinson as Managing Director, Financial Empowerment. PHILADELPHIA, PA...

Social Venture Partners (SVP) Philadelphia Announces $600,000 in Multi-Year Funding and Additional Support to Three Local Nonprofits

Local nonprofit organizations led by and serving People of Color will receive unrestricted long-term funds, as well as SVP Partner resources to deliver on their...

Comprehensive Report Identifies Current Gaps and Critical Steps to Level the Playing Field for Entrepreneurs of Color in Philadelphia

Local Entities Seek to Address Fundamental Barriers to Wealth Faced by BIPOC-Owned Businesses and Identify Concrete Course of Action Forward PHILADELPHIA, PA — In an...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Announces New Regional Board Members

PHILADELPHIA, P.A. — United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) announced today the addition of several notable figures to its Regional Board...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Expands Ride United Campaign to Improve Local Vaccination Access

PHILADELPHIA, P.A. — United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) announced the launch of the Ride United Vaccine Access Campaign which provides...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Commemorates 100th Anniversary with Year-Long Celebration

Leading Poverty-Fighting Organization Celebrates 100th Anniversary by Looking to the Future PHILADELPHIA, P.A. — United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) is...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey and Comcast Launch Nonprofit Finance Accelerator to Strengthen Nonprofit Community

New Program Delivered by Nonprofit Finance Fund Provides Financial Expertise and Coaching to a Diverse Group of Nonprofit Leaders as they Adapt and Rebuild from...

CITY COUNCIL, UNITED WAY TO SET POVERTY ACTION PLAN IN MOTION WITH ANNOUNCEMENT OF $10 MILLION IN FUNDING FOR PARTNERSHIPS

Winners of the first of several Community Challenges will offer free tax prep, help improve access to benefits, and provide financial and legal counseling to...

United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey Announces Free Tax Preparation Programs to Individuals and Families earning less

Free and confidential tax services available virtually as tax season gets underway PHILADELPHIA, P.A. — United Way of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey (UWGPSNJ) marked the...

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