<![CDATA[HopePHL - News & Publications]]>Fri, 13 Mar 2026 12:35:55 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[Empowering Neighbors, Families, and New Beginnings!]]>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 13:36:46 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/empowering-neighbors-families-and-new-beginnings
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Check out the latest HopePHL newsletter here!
]]><![CDATA[Philadelphia Warming Sites]]>Thu, 22 Jan 2026 23:39:59 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/philadelphia-warming-sites
During the extreme cold, known as Extreme Code Blue, the City of Philadelphia offers warming sites for those in need of a warm space to be indoors. Scroll through the slideshow above to learn more information about extreme code blue and what these sites offer. You can click the button below to see a map of all the warming sites with their hours.
Find your nearest warming site here
]]><![CDATA[A Bright Holiday Season Rings in a Hopeful 2026!]]>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 21:57:29 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/a-bright-holiday-season-rings-in-a-hopeful-2026
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In this edition of the HopePHL Newsletter recap our busy holiday season, learn about upcoming events, and more!
Read the newsletter here
]]><![CDATA[Celebrate Kwanzaa with HopePHL]]>Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/celebrate-kwanzaa-with-hopephl
Kwanzaa is a meaningful time for African Americans and people of African descent to honor their heritage, strengthen community bonds, and celebrate culture through the Nguzo Saba, or Seven Principles. Learn about each of the Seven Principles above!
]]><![CDATA[HopePHL Supports Urgent Congressional Action]]>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:35:50 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/december-08th-2025
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HopePHL is proud to join a large and growing coalition that includes disability rights and aging advocates along with leaders in public health, youth justice, anti-trafficking, and homelessness services who are calling on Congress to fully renew 2026 CoC grants.
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Without Congressional action, communities will see rising homelessness, strained health systems, and disrupted services. People with disabilities and many others who rely on supportive housing to remain safely housed will face the greatest harm. CoC funding begins to run out in January, and communities will feel the impact throughout the year unless Congress acts.
Read the full letter: https://bit.ly/3K5VEYs
]]><![CDATA[Creating Safe Spaces for Our Community]]>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 18:00:34 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/creating-safe-spaces-for-our-community
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This edition of the HopePHL newsletter includes: Thanksgiving and Jazz Pop-Up recaps, HopePHL Board Member spotlight, upcoming events, and more!
Read full newsletter here
]]><![CDATA[Kick for Kids on Giving Tuesday!]]>Tue, 25 Nov 2025 22:27:51 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/kick-for-kids-on-giving-tuesday
Giving Tuesday, which falls on Tuesday, December 2 this year, is a global day of generosity where everyone can give back to their communities through donations, acts of kindness, or spreading awareness. During this season of giving, we would greatly appreciate your support for our mission!
"The Crisis on the Field
In 2024, more than 50,000 children and youth in Pennsylvania experienced homelessness, with over 10,000 of them right here in Philadelphia. These are not just numbers; they are children whose futures are impacted by housing instability and trauma. HopePHL believes that every child deserves a safe place to call home, and we're on a mission to turn these statistics around.

The Challenge: Scoring Stability for Kids
The challenge uses a paper field goal game to symbolize the journey toward housing stability and success for children and families. Each successful kick represents a vital step in HopePHL's process of helping families build a better future.

Click "Read More" for the Details!
How to Play:
  1. Build Your Goalpost: Fashion a goalpost using your fingers or everyday items like paper clips, straws, or even two pens taped to a small box.
  2. Fold Your Football: Create a classic paper football, decorate it for your favorite team and get ready to kick!
  3. Print out your field
  4. Share Your Kicks: Record your kicks and share them on social media tagging @hopephlorg, @hopephl_cdc, @hope_phl and using the hashtag #HopePHLGoal and #ChildrenCannotWait to raise awareness. Tag friends and challenge them to match your "score" to a real-world donation to HopePHL.
  5. Make a donation to HopePHL representing the yard line you kicked from at
  6. Challenge friends, family and followers to match your donation or beat your score!
Why We Kick
HopePHL serves thousands of children and families annually through housing, social services, advocacy, and early childhood support programs. By participating in this challenge, you help shine a light on the urgent need to support the 50,000 children in PA who deserve a secure start in life.
Learn more about HopePHL's programs and how you can get involved at www.hopephl.org.
]]><![CDATA[HopePHL’s Public Statement on the Notice of Funding Opportunity from the US Department of Housing and Urban Development]]>Wed, 19 Nov 2025 19:36:17 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/hopephls-public-statement-on-the-notice-of-funding-opportunity-from-the-us-department-of-housing-and-urban-developmentThe Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) released by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Continuums of Care (CoCs) outlines large-scale changes to funding strategy regarding affordable housing and homelessness in Philadelphia.1 We thank national advocacy partners National Alliance to End Homelessness and the Corporation for Supportive Housing for their leadership on this issue.

​These changes are of grave concern to housing and homeless services agencies in Philadelphia as HUD NOFOs guide the work of the region’s Continuum of Care (CoC). Philadelphia’s CoC is led by a Board made up of representatives of stakeholder groups: housing and homeless services providers, the Office of Homeless Services and other city departments, business owners, civic leaders and others, who devise housing and service strategies for preventing and eliminating homelessness based on the NOFOs criteria. 
Read full statement here
]]><![CDATA[Meeting Increased Needs and Building Connections at HopePHL]]>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 08:00:00 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/meeting-increased-needs-and-building-connections-at-hopephl
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In this HopePHL newsletter edition access resources during the government shutdown, read about our Halloween recap, learn about upcoming events, and more!
Read full newsletter here
]]><![CDATA[Resources During the Federal Shutdown]]>Wed, 05 Nov 2025 20:08:16 GMThttps://www.hopephl.org/news--publications/resources-during-the-federal-shutdownResources Available to all Philadelphians 
Many City departments and local partners continue to provide essential services to residents affected by the shutdown: 

Philadelphia Water Department: Assistance programs for water bills and service continuity. 
o        Emergency hotline: (215) 685-6300 
o        General Inquiries: (215) 685-6300 

Department of Revenue: Payment plans and hardship assistance. 
o        For questions about taxes: (215) 686-6600  
o        For questions about water bills: (215) 685-6300 
 
Department of Human Services (DHS): Support for children, youth, and families in need. 
o        For information: (215) 683-4347  

Department of Behavioral Health and Intellectual Disabilities Services (DBHIDS): Behavioral health and recovery supports. 
o        Emergency suicide or mental health crisis line: 988 or 215-685-6440 
o        Intellectual Disability Services (supports and services for all ages): 215-685-5900 
o        Mental health and addiction services, with or without insurance (CBH Member Services): 888-545-2600 
o        General DBHIDS information (nonemergency administrative services): 215-685-5400

PECO and PGW: Utility assistance and payment arrangements. 
o        PECO Emergency: 1-800-841-4141 
o        PECO Customer Service:  1-800-494-4000 
o        PGW Emergency Hotline: (215) 235-1212 
o        PGW Customer Service: (215) 235-1000

Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO): Financial empowerment, benefits access, and housing stability programs. 
o        Contact: (215) 685-3600 

Neighborhood Energy and Community Assistance Centers (NCACs): In-person help connecting residents to resources and benefits. 
o        Visit the website to contact your nearest NCACs 
Read the SNAP Benefits Change blog to stay up to date with the latest information.  

Free Food Finder 
Residents can find nearby food sites and meal programs through the City’s Free Food Finder. Flyers and postcards are available in more than 10 languages to help spread the word. 
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How You Can Help 
Please take a moment to share this information with your family, friends, neighbors, and community networks. Spreading awareness of these programs helps ensure every Philadelphian knows where to find help during this challenging time.]]>