Unprecedented program aims to ‘Rebuild’ Philadelphia, serve as national community investment model
Monday, October 2, 2017
The National Recreation and Park Association's annual conference highlights the City of Philadelphia's Rebuild initiative.
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Seeking to Build Community, Philadelphia Invests $500M in Recreational Spaces
Friday, September 22, 2017
Supported by a record $100 million grant from the William Penn Foundation, Philadelphia launched a high-profile, mayor-backed, seven-year, $500 million initiative called “Rebuild” to revitalize neighborhood parks, recreation centers, playgrounds, and libraries across the city.
Philadelphia’s Placing a $500 Million Bet on Play
Monday, September 11, 2017
As the City's Rebuild initiative lays the groundwork for a major investment in rec centers, parks and libraries, two neighborhoods offer a road map to getting this overhaul right.
Seventeen-member oversight board named for Rebuild
Monday, October 30, 2017
Seventeen stakeholders have been named to a new oversight board for the Rebuild initiative to improve Philadelphia's public spaces. Their first public meeting is 11/1.
Rebuild announces 21 nonprofits qualified as Project Users
Friday, November 17, 2017
Rebuild announced that 21 nonprofits were qualified as Project Users and, as a result, are eligible to apply for grants to manage improvements to parks, rec centers, and libraries.
What's New at Rebuild (November 2017)
Monday, December 4, 2017
Here is a round-up of recent news and developments with the City of Philadelphia's Rebuild initiative.
Brandywine Health and Housing Center Celebrates 10th Anniversary
Friday, May 4, 2018
Donors, stakeholders, public officials, and residents celebrated the 10th anniversary of the Brandywine Health and Housing Center.
Rebuild Announces First Project to Launch, More to Come
Thursday, May 17, 2018
Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney announced Vare Recreation Center as the first Rebuild project.
City Council and Mayor Kenney play nice as rec center ‘rebuild’ advances
Thursday, May 24, 2018
Mayor Jim Kenney’s plan to revamp public facilities throughout the city took another step forward this week, with key legislation passing favorably out of a City Council committee on Monday.
Rebuild: Strengthening Neighborhoods Across Philadelphia
Thursday, March 21, 2019
Through Rebuild, an historic public-private investment in Philadelphia's parks, rec centers and libraries will be transformational for neighborhoods across the city.
May 2019 Update: Rebuild is on the move!
Tuesday, May 14, 2019
Rebuild is on the move! Projects are fully in motion, with work already begun on 24 of the 64 sites approved by City Council for Rebuild funding.
Brandywine Health Foundation announces over $320K in grants to benefit greater Coatesville
Tuesday, October 8, 2019
The Brandywine Health Foundation recently distributed 36 grants totaling $322,340, bringing the Foundation’s total giving since it began awarding grants and scholarships in 2002 to more than $18 million.
Philadelphia Foundation Fund Supports Community-based Programs in Northwest Philadelphia
Tuesday, November 5, 2019
EAST MT. AIRY (11/5/2019) – The East Mount Airy Neighbors (EMAN) Community Fund of the Philadelphia Foundation is pleased to announce it has awarded $69,700 in grants to six nonprofits providing services to Northwest Philadelphia, with an emphasis on programs serving the East Mt. Airy neighborhood.
Philadelphia Foundation and Mural Arts Unveil “Strength in our Bonds” Centennial Legacy Mural
Friday, November 8, 2019
The “Strength in our Bonds” Centennial Legacy Mural commemorates Philadelphia Foundation’s 100 years of service and honors greater Philadelphia region residents.
City Appoints New Executive Director of Rebuild
Friday, January 3, 2020
Kira Strong, who has served in an interim leadership role with Rebuild since November 2019, has been named as the new Executive Director.
Community Foundation of South Jersey Announces Five Transform South Jersey Grant Recipients
Friday, February 21, 2020
Grantees will receive $100,000 in funding to help build stronger, healthier, and more economically vibrant communities.
Philadelphia Takes First Steps Toward City-wide Historic and Cultural Resources Survey
Wednesday, March 4, 2020
$250,000 from William Penn Foundation will support a plan for an ongoing, city-wide survey of historic and cultural assets.
25Jun2019
Southwest Philly 2019: Tour of the Neighborhood and What We Can Do Next
Tuesday, June 25, 2019
9:00am - 4:30pm
Bartram's Garden
Please join us for our third session in our series on Southwest Philadelphia.
13Nov2019
Food Funders Meeting #1- Reality Bites: Hunger on the Rise in Philadelphia and What We Can Do About It
Wednesday, November 13, 2019
9:00am - 12:00pm
Jewish Federation of Greater Philadelphia
In response to data about the rise of hunger and food insecurity in Philadelphia, Philanthropy Network's Food Funders Affinity Group is holding a series of meetings to discuss what we can collectively do to reverse this trend.
Beech launches resources directory to support families, individuals and communities
Tuesday, August 18, 2020
In celebration of its 30th Anniversary in service to the community, the Beech Companies, Inc., through Beech Community Services, has published an online, digital community resources directory in an effort to identify local, regional and national resources that can help uplift and improve the quality of life for families, individuals and communities in the Philadelphia region.