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Philly's Job and Community Resource Update April 8th - 13th from CHOP, PPA, SEPTA
This update features this week's career opportunities and community events all in one place. Search Tip: Press Ctrl+F to look for keywords like "internship" or "job fair". We now limit the use of bold type to help our vision-impaired readers who use assistive technology.
Philly’s Annual Spring Clean-Up is Back April 6th
Sign up and help make Philly cleaner, and greener this weekend. Philly’s Annual Spring Clean-Up is back on Saturday, April 6th from 9:00 am to 2:00 pm and it’s bigger and better than ever. April 2, 2024, Carlton Williams, Director of the Office of Clean and Green Initiatives stopped by Good Day Fox 29 with Mike and Alex and said 1,000 projects registered for the single-day clean-up event. Mr. Williams said this year’s Spring Clean-up had the most sign-ups in the 16-year history.
Good News: Rebuild Philadelphia's Finishing Trades Training Looks Promising with 60+ Youth
On April 4, 2024, I learned about Rebuild Philadelphia's paid training and partnership with DC 21’s Finishing Trades Union when I attended their last mandatory Zoom session with over 60 participants. I’m happy to report that most of the attendees were young people.
Temple University Hosts 1st Annual Reentry Job Fair and Prep Sessions
Temple University is hosting two pre-job fair prep sessions on April 9th and April 17th to help formerly incarcerated citizens get a job and other resources. April 19th Temple University is hosting its 1st Annual Reentry Job Fair. In preparation, Temple University's Office of Community Affairs announced they will have two free Job Fair orientation sessions to help formerly incarcerated citizens prepare to network and interview with reentry-friendly employers.
LIHEAP Application Closes April 5th
Get help with your heating bill today before it's too late. Do you know about LIHEAP? LIHEAP stands for the Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) it's a grant that helps low-income families pay their heating bills. Families that are in danger of having their gas heat from being shut off may be eligible for a LIHEAP crisis grant.
9 Philly Jobs, Job Fairs, and Paid Training Programs with Local Union, CHOP, Septa for April
April's Jobs and Community Resource Board is filled with career opportunities and some are time-sensitive. Correction 4/1/2024: Temple's Reentry Job Fair April 19th at the Gittis Center.
Six Family Dollar Stores Closing in North, West and South Philly
Six North West and South Philadelphia Family Dollar stores will be closing soon. The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry issued a WARN notice listing the 6 stores that will close and estimates that 62 employees will be affected effective April 20, 2024. Here are the 6 Family Dollar locations that are set to close in Philadelphia:
Philly Rental Deposit Grant is Now Open
The PhillySEEDS matching grant application is now open only for PHA Housing Choice Voucher (HCV) program participants. The Philly Seeds matching grant is now open only for housing choice voucher (HCV) holders. Here's what you need to know:
Free Tax Prep Sites to Help Philly #ClaimYourMoney by April 15th
The City partnered with trusted community partners to provide 25+ free tax prep sites for people making less than 60K, seniors, and people with disabilities. Free File & #ClaimYour Money with CWF, Ceiba and More.
Summer Camp, and Program Guide for Kids and Teens 2024
Links to free or low-cost summer camps, STEM programs, WorkReady, and work permit info for older children. It's almost summer and if you're a working parent you might be looking for some fun and affordable summer camps and activities for your children. Never fear, we have a few summer resources here:
Philly Job Fairs + Criminal Record Clearing Clinic, Saturday, March 23
Saturday Job Fairs and hiring events at the Mann Music Center and Northwood Academy. March is filled with lots of job fairs and hiring events throughout the city. Check out the flyers below. We've even included a Criminal Record Clearing Clinic - please pre-register and good luck on your job search.
A New Creamy Dairy-free Pudding Base
A creamy non-dairy, gluten and now soy-free dessert base for banana puddings, cream pies, and more. I’m a foodie and I love a challenge. Since I was a child, I’ve had to learn how to make food delicious dishes for me and my family members with health-related dietary restrictions and serious food allergies.
6 Philly Job Fairs, and Job Posts from PPA, Mann Music Center, and Same Day Work and Pay
6 Job Fairs and lots of new jobs across the city - get your resumes and interview clothes ready. Updates: Mann Music Center 18+ age requirement and 2 New Job Fairs for March 23rd and March 26th.
Help for Philly Homeowners: PAHAF Grant Opens March 18th to Help Delinquent Taxes and More
Apply for a PAHAF Grant for help if you're 30 days past due and have housing-related expenses. Philadelphia - Friday, March 15, 2024, the City of Philadelphia's Department of Revenue's press release announced that the Pennsylvania Homeowner Assistance Fund (PAHAF) "grant opens again [and] provides up to $14,000 for delinquent taxes.” Applications open on Monday, March 18th, 2024.
Utility Clinic from Community Legal Services Friday, March 15th at Children's Hospital
Utility clinic to meet with gas, electric, and water company representatives with legal expert. If you need help with your utility bills, Community Legal Services (CLS), Children's Hospital and Hope PHL have joined forces to host a Utility Clinic on March 15th at CHOP's Karabots Center. CLS says, "Attendees will have the opportunity to get help understanding their bills, learn about programs that support those having trouble paying their utility bills, and meet directly with utility company representatives."
Philly Jobs & Resource Board: PHL Airport Internship, VISTA - March
March's jobs and resources include PHL Internships, March 14th Job Fair, ServePhilly VISTA Applications, and CHOP Utility Clinic March 15th. Just added: 911 Call Center Info and PHS/9th District Same Day Work and Pay Site *Tech and Access notes:
Philadelphia Airport Operations Internship Applications are Open
College Internships with the Department of Aviation. Are you a college sophomore, junior, or senior who's 18 years or older and you're interested in a career in aviation or working at the airport? Well, the City of Philadelphia's Department of Aviation has internships in several departments including Operations, Security, Aircraft Rescue and Fire Fighting, Police, Properties, Maintenance, and more. The internship pays: $18.32 per hour.
Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP)Deadline is March 5th - Apply Today
Submit a 5-minute application for K-8th grade scholarship to private schools. Correction: The CSFP scholarship is for K-8, not K-12 grades. The Children's Scholarship Fund Philadelphia (CSFP) Application for the 2024-2025 school year extended the deadline to March 5th. According to CSFP's website, CSFP is a nonprofit organization and a "privately-funded program whose mission is to provide children from under-resourced Philadelphia families with financial access to quality, safe, K-8th grade, tuition-based schools... [by granting] need-based, partial scholarships through a random lottery. CSFP currently serves more than 5,800 children enrolled at over 160 parochial and private schools."
EITC/ACTC Refunds Should Be on the Way -Tax Refund Delay Date Ended
The wait (should be) is over for EITC and ACTC filers – Check Where’s My Refund for your personalized status report. * Update 3/3/20024 - I just added the extended hours info for the Philadelphia IRS office: Tuesdays and Thursdays from 7:30 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m. from 1/23 to 4/16. If you still can't get through to the Philadelphia office try the Media or King of Prussia offices.
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