Category Archives: Announcements

Public Comment Session for Eviction Task Force

Before the Mayor’s Task Force on Eviction Prevention and Response determines recommendations, they are holding a public comment session on Monday, March 5th, 4:00-6:00pm. This is a chance for YOU to make an impact on preventing evictions and forced moves in Philadelphia. Need an interpreter? Interested in speaking? Sign up by March 1 by emailing […]

Become a Citizen Planner

Deadline March 21st! What is CPI? Citizens Planning Institute (CPI) is a seven-week course on city planning, zoning & development. Participants learn how they can create change in their neighborhoods. CPI’s main programming is a seven-week course that empowers citizens to take a more effective and active role in shaping the future of their neighborhoods and of Philadelphia through […]

LISC Now Accepting Applications for Community Connections

Program Summary COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS is a program for community groups who want to engage residents to change their neighborhoods. The program provides community groups with money, learning, and coaching. LISC believes community engagement helps make neighborhoods better and healthier for everyone. Twelve groups in Philadelphia will be chosen to participate. The program starts April 28, 2018 […]