In November 2019 People’s Emergency Center and Youth Service, Inc. announced their plan to integrate into one agency.
In 2023, PEC and YSI will officially operate under the same 501c3, as a single organization, named HopePHL (pronounced “hopeful”). Together, we’ll deliver many of the same services, and some new programs, to help over 25,000 community members, residents, and students annually reach their goals of safe homes, economically secure and healthy families and thriving students and businesses.
The HopePHL Community Development Corporation (CDC) programs respond to community needs and build on neighborhood assets to help bridge the digital divide, expand mixed-income housing opportunities, stimulate economic growth, create wealth, and improve the quality of life for all West Philadelphia residents.
To find out more about HopePHL's other work, go to www.hopephl.org.
In 2023, PEC and YSI will officially operate under the same 501c3, as a single organization, named HopePHL (pronounced “hopeful”). Together, we’ll deliver many of the same services, and some new programs, to help over 25,000 community members, residents, and students annually reach their goals of safe homes, economically secure and healthy families and thriving students and businesses.
The HopePHL Community Development Corporation (CDC) programs respond to community needs and build on neighborhood assets to help bridge the digital divide, expand mixed-income housing opportunities, stimulate economic growth, create wealth, and improve the quality of life for all West Philadelphia residents.
To find out more about HopePHL's other work, go to www.hopephl.org.
Arts & Culture: Placemaking
HopePHL focuses on amplifying the existing arts community by supporting many arts initiatives in West Philadelphia. Galleries, film screenings, live music shows and family events occur monthly along Lancaster Ave, bringing out neighbors and visitors alike.
Programs:
• Barnes West
• Heritage West
Contact [email protected] for more information.
HopePHL focuses on amplifying the existing arts community by supporting many arts initiatives in West Philadelphia. Galleries, film screenings, live music shows and family events occur monthly along Lancaster Ave, bringing out neighbors and visitors alike.
Programs:
• Barnes West
• Heritage West
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Lancaster Avenue
HopePHL works to improve the Lancaster Avenue commercial corridor through public events that bring shoppers to the district, connecting existing businesses to technical assistance, and creating and marketing available properties to new quality businesses.
Programs:
• Second Fridays on Lancaster Ave
• Business resources
• Available properties
Contact [email protected] for more information.
HopePHL works to improve the Lancaster Avenue commercial corridor through public events that bring shoppers to the district, connecting existing businesses to technical assistance, and creating and marketing available properties to new quality businesses.
Programs:
• Second Fridays on Lancaster Ave
• Business resources
• Available properties
Contact [email protected] for more information.
Community Resources
HopePHL's Neighborhood Advisory Committee program provides residents of our neighborhoods with resources related to housing stability.
Rent and property tax rebates
Tangled title assistance
Navigating 311 services
Connecting to help with utility bills
Housing resources
Foreclosure prevention
Housing repairs
Reporting litter, unsafe lots, etc.
HopePHL's Neighborhood Advisory Committee program provides residents of our neighborhoods with resources related to housing stability.
Rent and property tax rebates
Tangled title assistance
Navigating 311 services
Connecting to help with utility bills
Housing resources
Foreclosure prevention
Housing repairs
Reporting litter, unsafe lots, etc.
Contact: Kevin Brown 267-777-5820 or [email protected]
Center for Digital Inclusion and Technology
HopePHL’s Center for Digital Inclusion and Technology (CDIT) offers free computer training programs for students of all ages, connects people to high-speed internet at a low cost, and more. Visit https://www.hopephl.org/digital-inclusion.html
Programs:
• Free adult and youth computer & internet classes
• Public computer lab
• Low-cost internet
Contact: Curri Stewart at 267-777-5860 or [email protected]
HopePHL’s Center for Digital Inclusion and Technology (CDIT) offers free computer training programs for students of all ages, connects people to high-speed internet at a low cost, and more. Visit https://www.hopephl.org/digital-inclusion.html
Programs:
• Free adult and youth computer & internet classes
• Public computer lab
• Low-cost internet
Contact: Curri Stewart at 267-777-5860 or [email protected]
Community Outreach and Planning
These efforts focus on connecting community members to each other, civic organizations, and resources, including healthy food access and wellness opportunities for residents.
Programs:
• Food cupboard
• Lancaster Ave Jazz and Arts Festival
• Community meetings
• Special Events
Contact: Yolanda Braxton (267) 777-5893 [email protected]
These efforts focus on connecting community members to each other, civic organizations, and resources, including healthy food access and wellness opportunities for residents.
Programs:
• Food cupboard
• Lancaster Ave Jazz and Arts Festival
• Community meetings
• Special Events
Contact: Yolanda Braxton (267) 777-5893 [email protected]
Housing and Repairs
HopePHL hosts home repair programs and connects homeowners to home repair grants, loans, and property tax discounts. HopePHL’s housing developments transform vacant buildings, houses, and lots into affordable housing opportunities for renters and owners.
Programs:
• Rental Assistance
• Housing Workshops
• Help with various home repair programs
• Affordable Housing
• Help with property tax relief programs
Contact: Kevin Brown (267) 777-5820 [email protected]
Rentals: Dawn Burrous (267) 777-5834 [email protected]
HopePHL hosts home repair programs and connects homeowners to home repair grants, loans, and property tax discounts. HopePHL’s housing developments transform vacant buildings, houses, and lots into affordable housing opportunities for renters and owners.
Programs:
• Rental Assistance
• Housing Workshops
• Help with various home repair programs
• Affordable Housing
• Help with property tax relief programs
Contact: Kevin Brown (267) 777-5820 [email protected]
Rentals: Dawn Burrous (267) 777-5834 [email protected]
Community Connector Programs
Community Connectors engage residents to help improve lives and strengthen neighborhoods. They share information about events, resources and opportunities for families. Community Connectors reach people wherever they are, whether at the supermarket, child care center, library, hair salon, school or home. Through conversations and surveys, they get to know their neighbors, connect them to resources, and find out what's needed in the community.
Programs:
• Food Cupboard
• Outreach
Contact: Yolanda Braxton (267) 777-5893 [email protected]
Community Connectors engage residents to help improve lives and strengthen neighborhoods. They share information about events, resources and opportunities for families. Community Connectors reach people wherever they are, whether at the supermarket, child care center, library, hair salon, school or home. Through conversations and surveys, they get to know their neighbors, connect them to resources, and find out what's needed in the community.
Programs:
• Food Cupboard
• Outreach
Contact: Yolanda Braxton (267) 777-5893 [email protected]
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