Philadelphia resident Saqqara Wright is a living example of the power of perseverance. While still trying to develop her footing in the technology industry, the COVID-19 pandemic forced Wright into a tough spot. 💻 metrophiladelphia.com/coding-bootcam…

.Philadelphia Schools and PECO have spearheaded a new partnership that is helping introduce resources and provide access to sustainable jobs. metrophiladelphia.com/school-distric…

With the alarming crime rate in the City of Philadelphia, one affordable housing center aims to step up and be a vital resource within its community. 🏢 MetroPhilly metrophiladelphia.com/affordable-hou…

“I wanted to start GirlBuild for the simple reason that I was given the opportunity to learn from the best. Now I want to give back to women.” Longtime Philly resident Monica Miraglilo has created a platform to reshape the construction industry. metrophiladelphia.com/former-model-l…

Entrepreneur Angel Gregorio had an idea that would bring both good food and great people together all within a business model that could also cater to uplifting Black entrepreneurs. BET bet.com/article/aqx2hd…

Many entrepreneurs in Philadelphia and beyond are facing uncertainty amid high inflation, a looming recession, and the standard procedures that can be daunting for first-time business owners. Just ask V’Esther “Boomer” Goode. metrophiladelphia.com/north-philly-e…

After experiencing a four-month shutdown to reconfigure business operations and call for crowdfunding to stay afloat, the Kensington Community Food Co-op market has reopened to help keep its mission to seek food justice alive. metrophiladelphia.com/kensington-com…

“The last distribution, we had 40 families show up. So, I think that shows, just in Kensington, how many people are in need.” On the third Wednesday of each month, families can stop by the MaKen Studios North Building to get much needed supplies for free. metrophiladelphia.com/greater-philad…

.Philadelphia Works has made a strong effort to help dislocated workers across the Philadelphia region get back on their feet through its CAREER Dislocated Worker Grant. | MetroPhilly 🗞 metrophiladelphia.com/local-nonprofi…

Homeowners and small-time landlords in Pa. will potentially have the opportunity this summer to treat pre-existing home repairs and weatherize their property, thanks to the ‘Whole-Home Repairs Program’ initiative. metrophiladelphia.com/philadelphia-g…

#ICYMI: Paul Robeson High School senior and West Philly native Alyssa Perren has made history by becoming the first student in the school’s history to become accepted into an Ivy League institution.🎓 Philadelphia Schools metrophiladelphia.com/west-philly-se…

During the week, in the busy area of Broad and Spring Garden streets, a purple food truck can be easily spotted—it’s the one with a 55-inch TV screen on the side that allows customers to play video games while enjoying Latin dishes and soul food. metrophiladelphia.com/electronic-eat…

A Kensington nonprofit aimed at harm reduction and providing social services has transformed a vacant city lot into an art environment and vital resource hub for Philadelphians. Prevention Point Philadelphia metrophiladelphia.com/love-lot-kensi…

.Philadelphia Schools’ Mic’d Up program is celebrating its second anniversary, and is giving local aspiring musicians a chance to take their career to the next level. 🎶 metrophiladelphia.com/philadelphia-m…

.Free Library of Philadelphia and Philadelphia Parks & Recreation have partnered up to join the Philly ABCs campaign led by Read by 4th. The early literacy movement is bringing free learning research citywide and vibrant alphabet signage to playgrounds across the North Philly area. metrophiladelphia.com/philly-abcs-re…

Over the next decade, 71 percent of new jobs will reportedly require computer science skills in Pennsylvania, according to the PA Department of Education. Code Ninjas is doing its part to make sure local students are ready. 💻metrophiladelphia.com/youth-coding-p…

“Our whole purpose is to help beginners get started with 3D creation.” Welcome to CreateAccess. The Philly-area nonprofit, launched in March 2023, not only teaches but also helps to jump-start future careers in tech for underserved communities. metrophiladelphia.com/createaccess-3…

For over two decades, Cheryl Ann Wadlington of The The Evoluer House has worked to help create a thriving, resourceful environment for young women in Philadelphia. metrophiladelphia.com/evoluer-house/

Local scientist Tyriane ‘Grand Hank’ Ragsdale is set to open "The Grand Hank STEM Center" in Germantown. The West Philly native is on a mission to inspire the youth and increase STEM learning opportunities across underserved communities. metrophiladelphia.com/stem-center-ge…

By 2030, Pennsylvania government officials project a shortage of over 300,000 skilled workers statewide, highlighting an urgent workforce need in high-demand fields such as phlebotomy, IT, and healthcare. metrophiladelphia.com/tacony-charter…