A Safer City: Resources
POSTED: 12:29 pm EDT October 17,
2006
UPDATED: 10:41 am EST January 23,
2008
Gang, Violence Resources
Good Shepherd Mediation Program, Philadelphia
G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education And Training)
Guide For Parents
POWER99 Events And Resources
POWER99
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
www.riverbendeec.org
Philadelphia Comprehensive Center for Fathers (GPUAC)
215-717-4004
www.gpuac.orgThe Purple Hat Ganghttp://www.judithkristen.com/purple%20main2.htmlKidadelphiahttp://kiladelphia.org/abouttheprogram.htmlMothers United Through Tragedy, INC
2671 Napa Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132
24 hour hotline: 215-227-5331
mutt_inc1@yahoo.com
www.stolendreams.org
Lost Dreams on Canvas
PA Academy of the Fine Arts
118 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
*Portraits of young murder victims on display for limited time
Contact: Judy Ringold
215-972-2061
jringold@pafa.org
Anti-Violence Partnership, 215-438-9070, avpphila.orgBig Brothers/Big Sisters of South Eastern Pennsylvania , 123 S. Broad Street, Suite 2180, Philadelphia, PA 19130, 215-790-9200, www.bbbssepa.org, **volunteers needed**Black Alliance for Educational Options, Philadelphia chapter of the national organization. Serves as the voice of Philadelphia parents, students, educators, and community leaders whose mission is to actively support parental choice to empower families and increase quality educational options for black children. Activities include a private school scholarship program, workshops, and a quarterly newsletter., Phone: (215) 549-4111 , www.philadelphia.baeo.orgBlueprint for a Safer Philadelphia, http://phillyblueprint.com/,Byron Story Foundation, 1646 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130, 215-769-8544, www.byronstoryfnd.com, **volunteers needed**CeaseFire PA, 215 923 3151Center for Lesbian & Gay Civil Affairs , 215-731-1447City Wide Youth Leadership Agency , 215-765-5504Close to Death Documentary, Close to Death, www.closetodeath.comCommunities in Schools , 267-386-4600, cisphl.orgConcerned Black Men , 215-276-2806Corporate Alliance for Drug Education (CADE), http://www.cadekids.orgDept of Behavioral Health, (215) 685-5400Don't Fall Down in the Hood, 215-572-7252Educating Communities For Parenting, 215-496-9780, http://www.ecparenting.orgEducation, Children and Youth Committee (ECY), Brings together a diverse group of stakeholders to improve the quality of education in the City of Philadelphia. Focus on education and advocacy related to charter schools and school readiness, in the City of Philadelphia. , Phone: (215)851-1915, lkerman@gpuac.orgEnd Violence Project , 610-527-2821, endviolence.orgEquality Forum , 215-732-3378FBI/Phila. Police Violent Crimes Task Force, 215-418-4000Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition, http://www.gpuac.orgHEALTH EDUCATION, CHOICE, http://www.choice-phila.org/House of Umoja , 215-473-5893J&R Grassroots, http://www.jrgrassroots.org/Home.htmM.A.R.S (Males Achieving Responsibility Successfully), 267-386-4613Men and Women for Human Excellence Inc., substance abuse and mental health outpatient treatment counseling for youth and adults, kennyali@comcast.netMen United For a Better Philadelphia , 215-236-3372, menunited.orgMothers in Charge, 215 438-4140, mothersincharge.orgNational Clearinghouse , 215-351-0010Neighborhood Interfaith Movement, http://www.nim-phila.org/Painted Bride Art Center, http://www.paintedbride.org/PAL www.phillypal.com, 215-291-9000Phila. Mural Arts program , 215-685-0750Phila. School District , 215-400-4000/ phila.k12.pa.usPhiladelphia After School Activities Partnership (ASAP), http://www.phillyasap.org/, 215-545-3070, **volunteers needed**Philadelphia Anti-Drug / Anti-Violence Network, 215-940-0550, www.paan.infoPhiladelphia Faith Based Initiative, (215) 686-3905Philadelphia Police Explorers, 215-685-8160, and police.explorers@phila.govPHILADELPHIA READS, Mission is to ensure that all public school children read well and independently by the end of third grade. Activities include: advocacy for children's literacy programs; recruitment, training and placement of literacy volunteers; organization of book collection drives; parent education regarding literacy; developing model literacy summer programs; and support the strengthening of pre-school literacy programs., Phone: (215) 851-1748 , www.phila.gov/philareadsPhiladelphia Safe and Sound, 215-568-0737, www.philasafesound.org, To find an after school, summer or child care program in your neighborhood:Philadelphia Youth Network, 267-502-3800, www.workreadyphila.com, www.e3philly.orgPhysicians for Social Responsibility, http://www.psr.org/Recreation Centers in Philadelphia , 215-683-3600, www.phila.govResources for children or to volunteer / donate, www.phillysos.org, To find free programs in your neighborhoodRUN PHILLY STYLE, the program is funded with matching support from the community, How to get involved: long term, one day, donations, Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday November 19th, http://nncc.us/programs/programs_runphilly_main.htmlSchool Crisis Fund (Philadelphia Schools), Donation form - print out and mail with donation, Link to School Crisis siteStudent Anti-Violence Education (SAVE), 633 West Rittenhouse Street, Suite C-12, Philadelphia, PA 19144, 215-438-9070, www.avp@avpphila.org, **volunteers needed**SUPPORT HOTLINES 24/7, Women Organized Against Rape - 215-985-3333, Women Against Abuse - 215-386-7777, Runaway Youth Program - 1-800-371-SAFE, Suicide Hotline 1-215-686-4420Teenshop, A weekend youth development organization for girl students, ages 13 to 18, who are not teen parents. Offers an innovative series of workshops, field trips, community service projects, and college tours. Workshops include Money Matters, Social Graces, and Health and Fitness. Four chapters are located in Philadelphia., 215-851-1843, www.teenshop.orgThe Network , 215-327-5065, dford@pmhcc.orgThe Village of Arts & Humanities, 2544 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19133, 215-225-3949, www.villagearts.org, **volunteers needed**To Call With Information About a Crime, Phila. District Attorney's Office, 215-686-8000, phila.govTo Schedule a Talk, Heads Up, http://www.ppdonline.org/prev/prev_headsup.php,To Start a Town Watch, 215-686-1453, www.phila.gov/townwatchUnited Way, (800) MENTOR-3Work-Stream Educational Options Program, Reconnects high school students to the School District of Philadelphia's Twilight Program to complete their education at John Bartram or University City High School. , Eligibility, 17-21 years of age, need 10 credits towards graduation. Additional paperwork from Philadelphia Youth Network is required. , Phone: (215) 851-1776, jdavis@gpuac.orgYouth Violence Intervention Project, 215-763-1805, www.menunited.org
Good Shepherd Mediation Program, Philadelphia
G.R.E.A.T. (Gang Resistance Education And Training)
Guide For Parents
POWER99 Events And Resources
POWER99
Riverbend Environmental Education Center
www.riverbendeec.org
Philadelphia Comprehensive Center for Fathers (GPUAC)
215-717-4004
www.gpuac.orgThe Purple Hat Ganghttp://www.judithkristen.com/purple%20main2.htmlKidadelphiahttp://kiladelphia.org/abouttheprogram.htmlMothers United Through Tragedy, INC
2671 Napa Street
Philadelphia, PA 19132
24 hour hotline: 215-227-5331
mutt_inc1@yahoo.com
www.stolendreams.org
Lost Dreams on Canvas
PA Academy of the Fine Arts
118 N. Broad Street
Philadelphia, PA 19102
*Portraits of young murder victims on display for limited time
Contact: Judy Ringold
215-972-2061
jringold@pafa.org
Anti-Violence Partnership, 215-438-9070, avpphila.orgBig Brothers/Big Sisters of South Eastern Pennsylvania , 123 S. Broad Street, Suite 2180, Philadelphia, PA 19130, 215-790-9200, www.bbbssepa.org, **volunteers needed**Black Alliance for Educational Options, Philadelphia chapter of the national organization. Serves as the voice of Philadelphia parents, students, educators, and community leaders whose mission is to actively support parental choice to empower families and increase quality educational options for black children. Activities include a private school scholarship program, workshops, and a quarterly newsletter., Phone: (215) 549-4111 , www.philadelphia.baeo.orgBlueprint for a Safer Philadelphia, http://phillyblueprint.com/,Byron Story Foundation, 1646 Ridge Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19130, 215-769-8544, www.byronstoryfnd.com, **volunteers needed**CeaseFire PA, 215 923 3151Center for Lesbian & Gay Civil Affairs , 215-731-1447City Wide Youth Leadership Agency , 215-765-5504Close to Death Documentary, Close to Death, www.closetodeath.comCommunities in Schools , 267-386-4600, cisphl.orgConcerned Black Men , 215-276-2806Corporate Alliance for Drug Education (CADE), http://www.cadekids.orgDept of Behavioral Health, (215) 685-5400Don't Fall Down in the Hood, 215-572-7252Educating Communities For Parenting, 215-496-9780, http://www.ecparenting.orgEducation, Children and Youth Committee (ECY), Brings together a diverse group of stakeholders to improve the quality of education in the City of Philadelphia. Focus on education and advocacy related to charter schools and school readiness, in the City of Philadelphia. , Phone: (215)851-1915, lkerman@gpuac.orgEnd Violence Project , 610-527-2821, endviolence.orgEquality Forum , 215-732-3378FBI/Phila. Police Violent Crimes Task Force, 215-418-4000Greater Philadelphia Urban Affairs Coalition, http://www.gpuac.orgHEALTH EDUCATION, CHOICE, http://www.choice-phila.org/House of Umoja , 215-473-5893J&R Grassroots, http://www.jrgrassroots.org/Home.htmM.A.R.S (Males Achieving Responsibility Successfully), 267-386-4613Men and Women for Human Excellence Inc., substance abuse and mental health outpatient treatment counseling for youth and adults, kennyali@comcast.netMen United For a Better Philadelphia , 215-236-3372, menunited.orgMothers in Charge, 215 438-4140, mothersincharge.orgNational Clearinghouse , 215-351-0010Neighborhood Interfaith Movement, http://www.nim-phila.org/Painted Bride Art Center, http://www.paintedbride.org/PAL www.phillypal.com, 215-291-9000Phila. Mural Arts program , 215-685-0750Phila. School District , 215-400-4000/ phila.k12.pa.usPhiladelphia After School Activities Partnership (ASAP), http://www.phillyasap.org/, 215-545-3070, **volunteers needed**Philadelphia Anti-Drug / Anti-Violence Network, 215-940-0550, www.paan.infoPhiladelphia Faith Based Initiative, (215) 686-3905Philadelphia Police Explorers, 215-685-8160, and police.explorers@phila.govPHILADELPHIA READS, Mission is to ensure that all public school children read well and independently by the end of third grade. Activities include: advocacy for children's literacy programs; recruitment, training and placement of literacy volunteers; organization of book collection drives; parent education regarding literacy; developing model literacy summer programs; and support the strengthening of pre-school literacy programs., Phone: (215) 851-1748 , www.phila.gov/philareadsPhiladelphia Safe and Sound, 215-568-0737, www.philasafesound.org, To find an after school, summer or child care program in your neighborhood:Philadelphia Youth Network, 267-502-3800, www.workreadyphila.com, www.e3philly.orgPhysicians for Social Responsibility, http://www.psr.org/Recreation Centers in Philadelphia , 215-683-3600, www.phila.govResources for children or to volunteer / donate, www.phillysos.org, To find free programs in your neighborhoodRUN PHILLY STYLE, the program is funded with matching support from the community, How to get involved: long term, one day, donations, Philadelphia Marathon on Sunday November 19th, http://nncc.us/programs/programs_runphilly_main.htmlSchool Crisis Fund (Philadelphia Schools), Donation form - print out and mail with donation, Link to School Crisis siteStudent Anti-Violence Education (SAVE), 633 West Rittenhouse Street, Suite C-12, Philadelphia, PA 19144, 215-438-9070, www.avp@avpphila.org, **volunteers needed**SUPPORT HOTLINES 24/7, Women Organized Against Rape - 215-985-3333, Women Against Abuse - 215-386-7777, Runaway Youth Program - 1-800-371-SAFE, Suicide Hotline 1-215-686-4420Teenshop, A weekend youth development organization for girl students, ages 13 to 18, who are not teen parents. Offers an innovative series of workshops, field trips, community service projects, and college tours. Workshops include Money Matters, Social Graces, and Health and Fitness. Four chapters are located in Philadelphia., 215-851-1843, www.teenshop.orgThe Network , 215-327-5065, dford@pmhcc.orgThe Village of Arts & Humanities, 2544 Germantown Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19133, 215-225-3949, www.villagearts.org, **volunteers needed**To Call With Information About a Crime, Phila. District Attorney's Office, 215-686-8000, phila.govTo Schedule a Talk, Heads Up, http://www.ppdonline.org/prev/prev_headsup.php,To Start a Town Watch, 215-686-1453, www.phila.gov/townwatchUnited Way, (800) MENTOR-3Work-Stream Educational Options Program, Reconnects high school students to the School District of Philadelphia's Twilight Program to complete their education at John Bartram or University City High School. , Eligibility, 17-21 years of age, need 10 credits towards graduation. Additional paperwork from Philadelphia Youth Network is required. , Phone: (215) 851-1776, jdavis@gpuac.orgYouth Violence Intervention Project, 215-763-1805, www.menunited.org
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