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Recognizing Social Work Month

What is Social Work? Social work is a practice-based profession that promotes social change, development, cohesion, and the empowerment of people and...
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Corporate Teammate: The Organizing Professionals

Good Haul donates all reusable items to local community partners. We also depend on our corporate teammates to refer clients or use our services. One...
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Mark's Story

When the Housing First model was first founded, it was assumed to be a permanent solution. The population targeted by Housing First was individuals...
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Featured Trainer: Wakida Williams

Q: Tell us a bit about your professional and/or educational background. I have a B.A. in Criminal Justice from Temple University and a M.S. in...
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Cost-Effectiveness of Housing First

Did you know? It’s more expensive to let someone live unsheltered than it is to house them. Yes, you read that right. When someone lives unsheltered...
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Volunteer Spotlight: Meet Harriet

The Philadelphia Furniture Bank depends on volunteers to help us complete a variety of tasks in and around our warehouse. In the warehouse, there’s...
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Practical Ways to Help Those Experiencing Homelessness This Winter

Temperatures are dropping and the holiday season is in full swing. While the first snow fall brings joy to many, it can be a reminder of the tough...
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How Does the Philadelphia Furniture Bank Work?

Have you ever found yourself wondering... What happens to my furniture after I donate it to the Philadelphia Furniture Bank ? The answer is simple...
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Home Safety Tips: Staying Safe This Winter

The winter season brings many changes to your home, including the addition of decorations, food, lighting, heating, and other things that could...
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Human Rights Day: Housing is a Human Right

Today, December 10, marks Human Rights Day which commemorates the adoption of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) by the United Nations...