Philadelphia is often described as a city of neighborhoods, with more than 150 communities shaped by distinct histories, cultures, landscapes, and identities. While citywide data can reveal broad trends, it can also mask the very different realities residents experience from one neighborhood to another. This session, taking place on June 25th from 2:00–3:00 PM, will focus specifically on the neighborhood trends, disparities, and emerging issues most relevant to foundations and philanthropic partners working across the region.
Each year, The Pew Charitable Trusts “State of the City” report examines key issues such as demographics, housing, the economy, public safety, and public health across Philadelphia and in comparison with other major U.S. cities. Building on that work, this special neighborhood series takes a closer look at how these trends play out at the local level through indicators such as housing cost burden, educational attainment, public safety, and economic opportunity. The session will also include insights connected to a new report in the neighborhood series being released in mid-June.
Join fellow funders for a conversation on what these neighborhood-level trends mean for philanthropy, where disparities are deepening or shifting, and how data can help inform more responsive, equitable, and place-based strategies across Greater Philadelphia.