From the Desk of Walter Toliver, SVP and General Counsel We want you to know that EILS is looking forward to a bright future. EILS has served more than 1,200 clients over the last 10 years. As we begin the next decade of our mission, we are more dedicated than ever to our clients and…
On Friday May 3, Esperanza Academy 8th grade student Jadrian Muniz-Colon and fellow student Sariyah Sanabria were honored at the School District of Philadelphia building as city finalists in the Do the Write Thing essay contest. The EA students were two of six finalists chosen out of over 400 students in the city, and Jadrian was…
An important part of the long-term mission of The Philanthropy Roundtable is cataloging and celebrating America’s crucial institutions of civil society. These entities don’t wield government’s coercive authority. Nor are they fueled by the profit incentives of the commercial sector.
Philadelphia’s food scene is diverse and vibrant, bringing delicacies from around the world. Food writers, bloggers, and Instagram influencers point people toward some of the best spots in town. However, restaurants and other food spots in Hunting Park are often overlooked. We know, though, that our neighborhood is filled with authentic Latin American and Caribbean…
The Esperanza Academy Chess Queens, led by chess coach Ms. Gabby Moshier, competed in the All Girls Renaissance Knights Chess Foundation Tournament in Chicago, IL on April 12-14. The girls placed in the top three— only one point behind the second-place title takers. This is the second year that the Chess Queens have ranked as…
Zoraida Romero I (‘14) Early Childhood Education At Esperanza College of Eastern University (ECEU), students work hard not just for personal advancement, but for the improvement of their communities and relationships as well. For Zoraida Romero,’14, these were key reasons why she chose ECEU. Zoraida had three girls and was working full time when one…
At 26 Philly schools, teachers churn through jobs at an alarming rate, hindering some of the city’s most vulnerable children.
Eva and the Esperanza Academy Dance Ensemble Find Hope and Opportunity Through the Arts After 3:00 p.m. at Esperanza Academy most students have returned home after a long day of classes. The Esperanza Academy Dance Ensemble’s classroom, however, is just coming to life. Eva, one of the ensemble’s leaders, is dancing and working hard so…
Esperanza Introduces an Innovative Program for Pastors Since its inception as a missional organization, Esperanza has supported and empowered many Hispanic congregations along with their Pastors. Esperanza is now partnering with the Lilly Endowment, Inc. to begin Renovación Pastoral (Pastoral Renewal). Esperanza will provide mentoring, education and networking opportunities for Pastors new to ministry through…
Presentan la cultura afrobrasileña a la comunidad del norte de Filadelfia Son más de ocho los miembros del grupo Ologunde, el cual llega el próximo 13 de abril al Teatro Esperanza a cargar al norte de Filadelfia de danza, música y artes marciales. El conjunto brasileño, con sede en Filadelfia, “realiza un repertorio diverso que…
