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Philadelphia homeowners can now apply for five property tax relief programs using a single combined application. This streamlined process simplifies access to programs such as the Homestead Exemption and the Low-Income Tax Freeze, helping residents reduce their tax bills effectively.
SPARK Innovation Academy launches a 9-week program to enhance digital skills for Philadelphia nonprofits, starting January 13. The initiative, in partnership with Jefferson University, aims to empower organizations with tools for data visualization, storytelling, and AI. Strong nonprofits contribute to resilient communities by providing essential services.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will sign an Executive Order on September 30, 2025, promoting the use of Project Labor Agreements for city-funded construction projects. This initiative aims to enhance fair labor practices and ensure the successful completion of public works.
Philadelphia's Better Services PHL initiative aims to enhance city services for residents by improving access and reliability. Launched in January 2025, the program has undertaken projects across healthcare, housing, and public safety to streamline processes and better serve the community. As it enters its second year, the initiative will continue to refine and expand its efforts.
The Office of Human Resources in Philadelphia hosts civil service career information tables at various events throughout the city this month. Attendees can learn more about available positions and apply on the spot. This initiative aims to connect job seekers with employment opportunities in the public sector.
The Philadelphia Commission on Human Relations will honor individuals and organizations at its Social Justice Awards Luncheon on October 16, 2025. This year’s awards recognize community service, arts and culture, and law enforcement contributions, with new categories including the David T. Rammler Award for Fair Housing. Awardees include Muhammad Abdul-Hadi for his work with Down North Pizza and Madelyn Morrison for her advocacy at the Attic Youth Center.
The Department of Sanitation and Philadelphia’s More Beautiful Committee will judge blocks in the annual Clean Block Contest from September 13 to October 11. Four winners will receive cash prizes, with the top block awarded $1,000 to support community clean-up projects.
Philadelphia will host events for Domestic Violence Awareness Month on September 25, 2025, at North Bowl. The initiative aims to raise awareness about domestic violence and support those affected by intimate partner relationships.
Mayor Cherelle L. Parker will speak at the ribbon-cutting celebration for a new playground at Community Partnership School in Philadelphia. The playground, named after board member Carolyn Korman Jacobs, completes a long-planned addition to the school since its relocation in 2019.
Filadelfia launched a bilingual combined application for five property tax relief programs, simplifying the process for homeowners. The initiative, part of the Better Services PHL initiative, aims to improve access to financial assistance for eligible residents. Mayor Cherelle Parker emphasized the city's commitment to enhancing services for all residents.