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The winners are

  • ECONOMIC PROSPERITY

    Total Votes: 64,305

    1. 1st: HACE
    2. 2nd: Philabundance
    3. 3rd: Urban League of Philadelphia

  • THE OPPORTUNITY DIVIDE

    Total Votes: 48,829

    1. 1st: ECA
    2. 2nd: TechGirlz
    3. 3rd: Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

  • COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

    Total Votes: 74,313

    1. 1st: Philadelphia Youth Basketball
    2. 2nd: The Defender Association of Philadelphia
    3. 3rd: New Leash on Life USA

Economic Prosperity

CO-PRESENTED BY WELLS FARGO AND PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION:

Enhancing paths to financial stability and success, especially for those in low- to moderate-income communities

The Good Lands Trust: Home Is Where My Heart Is
20,293 Votes

Community-based property ownership paired with proven supportive programming makes homeownership accessible to more North Philadelphia families and ensures long-term affordability while revitalizing the “Good Lands.” Learn More About: HACE

Culinary training and life skills for Philadelphia adults with low to no income
20,023 Votes

Help us double the students in our free culinary job training program and expand the support we offer enabling graduates to attain a living wage. Learn More About: Philabundance

Making Dreams Come True: Building Neighborhoods through Homeownership
9,796 Votes

Our neighbors in West Philadelphia are shut out of homeownership. To empower these residents, we’ll teach them how to bank, save, and purchase a home. Learn More About: Urban League of Philadelphia

HIGH EARNINGS: ECONOMIC JUSTICE THROUGH CODING
8,338 Votes

We believe that talent is equally distributed, but opportunity is not. Your support helps transition young adults from poverty to successful careers in one year. Learn More About: Year Up

A Sustainable Wardrobe in Your Community, Tailored for Every Need, Identity, and Budget
5,855 Votes

Empowering individuals and strengthening communities by providing free or low-cost clothing for employment or work/life transitions to those in need throughout Philadelphia and the suburbs. Learn More About: Career Wardrobe

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THE OPPORTUNITY DIVIDE

CO-PRESENTED BY COMCAST NBCUNIVERSAL AND PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION:

Improving access, preparedness and equity, from foundational digital literacy to career pathways and real-world applications

SUPPORT THOSE RETURNING FROM PRISON WITH SKILLS FOR WELL-PAYING HVAC JOBS
15,037 Votes

Returning citizens prepare for careers and attain nationally recognized certifications. Graduates are desirable applicants for well-paying commercial HVAC jobs. Learn More About: ECA

Crush the Cultural Bias: Inspiring Girls to Tech
13,567 Votes

Give girls tools to embrace technology and become leaders. Fill the knowledge gap through a pilot program with Philadelphia area schools. Learn More About: TechGirlz

PREPARE GIRLS TO BE WORKFORCE LEADERS THROUGH STEM
11,567 Votes

Operation SMART develops girls’ enthusiasm for and skills in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Through hands-on activities, girls explore, ask questions, persist and solve problems. Learn More About: Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

Youth + Technology + Healing + Business = Opportunity
5,752 Votes

Help us close the opportunity divide by moving more young people from an average annual wage of under $1,000 to almost $35,000 with technology and healing. Learn More About: HopeWorks

PROVIDE HIGH QUALITY STEM EDUCATION THROUGH ROBOTICS
2,906 Votes

Give Philadelphia students access to free STEM education through coursework exploring Robotics, 3D printed robots, and an online AP Computer Science Prep course. Learn More About: SteppingStone Scholars

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COMMUNITY AND CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

PRESENTED BY THE PHILADELPHIA FOUNDATION:

Widening participation and community connections, and increasing equity in our region

Empower Young People to Build Strong Relationships with their Education, Peers, Adults, Community, and Future
23,821 Votes

Delivered by passionate coaches and academic mentors, our program creates opportunities for young people to fully develop as students, athletes, and positive leaders. Learn More About: Philadelphia Youth Basketball

It Takes a Neighborhood: Expanding Community-Based Criminal Justice Reform
20,855 Votes

Expand Philly’s network of participatory defense hubs so that every member of the community has a voice in the courtroom. Learn More About: The Defender Association of Philadelphia

Giving second chances to vulnerable men, women and dogs
14,084 Votes

We reduce the chances of people returning to prison and rescue at-risk dogs. We accomplish this by nurturing the powerful bond between dogs and humans. Learn More About: New Leash on Life USA

Parent Advocacy Accelerator: Engaging parents as civic leaders for children
8,640 Votes

Parents are loyal to the ultimate "special interest" – their children. The Parent Advocacy Accelerator will prepare parents to achieve bold changes that improve children’s lives. Learn More About: PCCY - Public Citizens for Children & Youth

Reclaiming Local History and Championing an Inclusive Future in Southwest Philly
6,913 Votes

As gentrification, development, and displacement come to Southwest Philadelphia, direct investments in local leaders and youth will amplify neighborhood voices, histories, and priorities. Learn More About: Bartram's Garden

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