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From Hosiery Factory to School to Apartments, a Building is Reborn – PlanPhilly; November 16, 2018

November 16, 2018

In the life cycle of a building, a few years’ time can mean the difference between being at the center of a community and falling into disrepair and blight. That was the case with the towering former pantyhose factory that housed Roberto Clemente Middle School in Hunting Park. In 1994, the public school closed. In…

Mid-Atlantic Girls Regional A Big Success: “When is the Next Chess Tournament?” – USChess Federation; November 1, 2018

November 2, 2018

Chess coach Gabrielle Moshier of the Philadelphia Chess Society told CLO that the experience was particularly meaningful for her girls from Esperanza High School and Middle School in Philly, pictured above. The top finisher from her program, Daiana Espindola, placed fourth in the Under 18 and most of her students gained rating points.

5 Smart Lessons About Investing to End Poverty in Philadelphia – Generocity; October 23, 2018

October 25, 2018

When the news broke last month that Philadelphia’s poverty rate was stuck for another year at 25.7 percent, still the highest of America’s 10 largest cities, the collective response was one of frustration. Despite Philly’s many cross-sector collaborations, local government efforts and discussions — prepare yourself for this shocker — ending poverty isn’t easy, which is why it hasn’t happened yet.…

Esperanza Community Coordinator, Gabriella Paez, Featured for Winning “Activist of the Year” Award – SP2 News; October 17, 2018

October 19, 2018

The annual awards ceremony and celebration, hosted by the sustainable lifestyle blog Green Philly, includes environmentally and locally-conscious award categories such as “Climate Hero” and “Neighborhood Champion.” According to the SustainPHL organizers, the Activist of the Year honor serves to recognize a community leader who has demonstrated dedication to a sustainability cause through “increasing visibility…

In North Philadelphia, equitable community development requires community engagement – Generocity; October 12, 2018

October 16, 2018

Gentrification can be a scary word, and one often heard in Philadelphia. While neighborhood development projects often purport to benefit the communities where they’re taking place, the appearance of doing good doesn’t always equal the desired effect. Longtime residents can feel left out of these sometimes-huge projects concerning their neighborhoods when they don’t have much input into whatever is planned.

Gardening for the Greater Good – PHS Online; October 3, 2018

October 5, 2018

The neighborhood is called Hunting Park, evoking images of green lawns and shady boughs. But the North Philadelphia community has one of the lowest percentages of tree canopy in the city, making it one of the hottest places to live and contributing to childhood asthma and other health issues.

Esperanza Dance Ensemble Performed at the Puerto Rican Day Parade – ABC; September 30, 2018

October 5, 2018

It was a big celebration of Latin culture as the Puerto Rican Day Parade took over the Ben Franklin Parkway Sunday. The traditional festival of Puerto Rican pride featured plenty of dancers, marching bands and more.

“On the Table Philly” to open up civic dialogue in both English and Spanish – Al Día; October 4, 2018

October 5, 2018

With a good meal, guiding questions, and diverse, small discussion groups, On the Table Philly, set to take place Nov. 8, is seeking to shift the narrative on civic dialogue at the local and national levels.

Esperanza Gets Ready to Host “On The Table” Talks – The Inquirer; September 20, 2018

September 25, 2018

One day last year, Pedro Ramos ate seven meals in a matter of hours. It didn’t matter what was served, the president and CEO of the Philadelphia Foundation recalled Thursday. What mattered were the conversations with strangers taking place throughout the city at more than 300 locations, where people discussed issues that matter most to them. Now he’s…

Esperanza VP, Jodi Reynhout Honored for Helping Build Philadelphia – BillyPenn; September 24, 2018

September 25, 2018

There hasn’t been a better time to be involved in Philly’s housing and commercial development scene in centuries. It’s no secret this city is experiencing a boom. But how did we get here? And who’s thinking about the future? In this installment of Billy Penn’s Who’s Next series, which has spotlighted more than 500 up-and-coming leaders in various industries…

From Hosiery Factory to School to Apartments, a Building is Reborn – PlanPhilly; November 16, 2018

Mid-Atlantic Girls Regional A Big Success: “When is the Next Chess Tournament?” – USChess Federation; November 1, 2018

5 Smart Lessons About Investing to End Poverty in Philadelphia – Generocity; October 23, 2018

Esperanza Community Coordinator, Gabriella Paez, Featured for Winning “Activist of the Year” Award – SP2 News; October 17, 2018

In North Philadelphia, equitable community development requires community engagement – Generocity; October 12, 2018

Gardening for the Greater Good – PHS Online; October 3, 2018

Esperanza Dance Ensemble Performed at the Puerto Rican Day Parade – ABC; September 30, 2018

“On the Table Philly” to open up civic dialogue in both English and Spanish – Al Día; October 4, 2018

Esperanza Gets Ready to Host “On The Table” Talks – The Inquirer; September 20, 2018

Esperanza VP, Jodi Reynhout Honored for Helping Build Philadelphia – BillyPenn; September 24, 2018

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