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Philadelphia Community Resource Directory

Discover the essential guide to living, working, and thriving in Philadelphia. This directory brings together a comprehensive list of city resources, organizations, non-profits, and vital links to services and support across Philadelphia. Whether you’re a resident, newcomer, or local business, find what you need to connect with neighborhood programs, social services, civic organizations, and community events. Explore the best that Philadelphia has to offer—from city government and health resources to local charities and cultural organizations—all in one convenient place.

Philadelphia Community Directory

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Philadelphia Community Organizations & Nonprofits (#)

 

100 Black Men of Philadelphia
2300 W Master St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 | (267) 424-2444
Empowers African American youth through mentoring, education, and leadership development.

123rd Street Initiative
Location varies, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Focuses on community development and youth outreach in Philadelphia.

12th Street Gym Foundation
204 S 12th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | Phone not listed
Promotes health and wellness support through programming and local partnerships.

2nd Century Foundation
Location varies, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Supports educational grants and scholarships for Philadelphia students.

2000 Men Organization
Location varies, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Advances mental health, youth empowerment, and fatherhood initiatives.

2nd Life Foundation
Location varies, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Provides reentry assistance for formerly incarcerated individuals.

21st Century Community Learning Centers–Philadelphia
Multiple sites across Philadelphia | Phone not listed
Offers expanded learning programs for youth with nonprofit partners.

24 Hour Power, Inc.
Location varies, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Empowers youth with leadership training and personal growth programs.

2 Fish 5 Loaves Community Enrichment
Location varies, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Delivers food aid, education, and enrichment programs for families.

2nd Street Festival, Inc.
Northern Liberties, Philadelphia, PA | Phone not listed
Organizes an annual street festival celebrating local arts and culture.

Philadelphia Community Organizations & Nonprofits (A–E)

 

  • ACHIEVEability
    59 N 60th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | (215) 748-8800
    Helps families overcome poverty through education, housing, and support.

    Action Wellness
    1216 Arch St, 6th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 981-0088
    Supports people with chronic illness for healthier, independent lives.

    African Family Health Organization (AFAHO)
    4410 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 546-1232
    Assists African immigrants with health, education, and social services.

    Alliance for Decision Education
    101 W Elm St, Suite 450, Conshohocken, PA 19428 | (484) 506-1141
    Improves youth decision-making skills through education and partnership.

    Anti-Violence Partnership of Philadelphia
    2000 Hamilton St, Suite 304, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 567-6776
    Counseling and services for victims of violence and families.

    ArtWell
    1528 Walnut St, Suite 904, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 386-7707
    Empowers youth through art and creativity programs in Philadelphia.

    Asian Americans United
    1023 Callowhill St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (215) 925-1538
    Advocates for Asian American community empowerment and social justice.

    Bedlam Gardens
    4727 Kingsessing Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | (267) 586-9918
    Promotes community gardening, environmental education, and food justice.

    Broad Street Ministry
    315 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 735-4847
    Provides meals, mail, and support services to vulnerable residents.

    Boys & Girls Clubs of Philadelphia
    1518 Walnut St, Suite 712, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 735-8818
    Offers youth development through after-school programs and mentorship.

    Business Center for Entrepreneurship & Social Enterprise
    7500 Germantown Ave, Elders Hall, Philadelphia, PA 19119 | (215) 247-2473
    Supports minority entrepreneurs with training and business resources.

    Catholic Social Services of Philadelphia
    222 North 17th St, Suite 300, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 587-3903
    Provides shelters, family services, and advocacy for vulnerable populations.

    CeaseFirePA
    P.O. Box 22426, Philadelphia, PA 19110 | (215) 923-3151
    Works to reduce gun violence through community education and advocacy.

    Center for Literacy
    399 Market St, Suite 201, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (215) 474-1235
    Provides adult education and workforce development opportunities.

    Central Division Victim Services
    2100 W Girard Ave, Bldg 3, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 763-3280
    Supports victims of crime in North and Central Philadelphia.

    Community College of Philadelphia – Power Up Your Business
    1751 Callowhill St, C1-09, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 496-6151
    Free workshops to help local entrepreneurs grow and succeed.

    Community Legal Services
    1424 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 981-3700
    Offers free legal aid to low-income Philadelphia residents.

    Community Violence Intervention Coalition
    1617 JFK Blvd, Suite 1155, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 701-5740
    Collaborative networks for neighborhood-based violence interruption and healing.

    Congreso de Latinos Unidos
    216 W Somerset St, Philadelphia, PA 19133 | (215) 763-8870
    Empowers Latino communities through education, health, and economic programs.

    Delaware Valley Association for the Education of Young Children
    1608 Walnut St, Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 893-0130
    Promotes quality early childhood education and professional development.

    Defender Association of Philadelphia
    1441 Sansom St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 568-3190
    Provides criminal defense for those who cannot afford private lawyers.

    Depaul USA
    5725 Sprague St, Philadelphia, PA 19138 | (215) 438-1955
    Provides housing and support services for people experiencing homelessness.

    Eddie’s House
    4726 Paschall Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | (484) 843-1443
    Youth mentoring, healing programs, and support for families of victims.

    Education Law Center – Pennsylvania
    1800 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1900A, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 238-6970
    Ensures equal access to quality public education statewide.

    Elevate215
    1315 Walnut St, Suite 1007, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 665-1400
    Invests in innovative programs to improve Philadelphia schools.

    Empowered Community Development Corporation
    2450 W Hunting Park Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19129 | (267) 591-3311
    Supports housing, workforce, and community empowerment initiatives.

    Entrepreneur Works
    111 S Independence Mall E, Suite 528, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (215) 545-3100
    Business loans, training, and mentoring for local entrepreneurs.

    Esperanza
    4261 N 5th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140 | (215) 324-0746
    Provides education, housing, and workforce development for Latino communities.

    Every Murder is Real (EMIR)
    5925 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | (215) 848-4068
    Helps families heal and advocates for murder victims’ families.

    EducationWorks
    990 Spring Garden St, Suite 601, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (215) 221-6976
    Offers mentoring and academic enrichment for Philadelphia youth.

    Ed Snider Youth Hockey Foundation
    3601 S Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | (215) 952-5271
    Hockey, mentorship, and academic programs for city youth.

Philadelphia Community Organizations & Nonprofits (F–J)

 

  • Face to Face Germantown
    123 E Price St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | (215) 849-0179
    Provides meals, legal aid, health, and educational services.

    Families Forward Philadelphia
    111 N 49th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | (215) 240-4800
    Offers shelter, housing, and support for homeless families and children.

    Family Service of Philadelphia
    227 N. 54th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | (215) 222-3262
    Guidance, counseling, and resources for children, adults, and families.

    Father’s Day Rally Committee
    4233 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140 | (215) 424-4180
    Promotes healthy fatherhood and community engagement among Philadelphia fathers.

    Fighting Chance (Temple Health Cradle to Grave)
    3401 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19140 | (215) 707-8398
    Prevents youth violence through education, hospital tours, and real-life stories.

    First Person Arts
    1214 Sansom St, Suite 701, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (267) 402-2055
    Empowers individuals to share personal stories on stage and online.

    First Up
    1608 Walnut St, Suite 1200, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 893-0130
    Improves early childhood education through training and advocacy.

    Food Moxie
    608 Carpenter Ln, Philadelphia, PA 19119 | (215) 843-2350
    Food education, health, and sustainability for local communities.

    Free Library of Philadelphia
    1901 Vine St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 686-5322
    Literacy, education, job resources, and cultural programming for all ages.

    Friends Rehabilitation Program
    703 N 8th St, 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (215) 769-1271
    Affordable housing solutions and social services for vulnerable populations.

    Garces Foundation
    1901 S 9th St, Suite 205, Philadelphia, PA 19148 | (267) 223-4452
    Provides healthcare and education to Philadelphia’s immigrant communities.

    Germantown United CDC
    5320 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | (215) 856-4303
    Fosters economic and community development in Germantown neighborhood.

    Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance
    1315 Walnut St, Suite 732, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 557-7811
    Advocates for arts funding, culture, and creative sector.

    Greater Philadelphia Diaper Bank
    1345 Lawndale St, Philadelphia, PA 19111 | (215) 919-8500
    Supplies diapers and hygiene items to families in need.

    Greater Philadelphia Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
    1520 Locust St, Suite 1001, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 845-5456
    Supports Hispanic entrepreneurs and businesses throughout the region.

    Green Light Fund Philadelphia
    1500 Walnut St, Suite 1000, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (267) 953-4360
    Funds and scales high-impact nonprofits to address local needs.

    Group Violence Intervention (GVI)
    400 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 686-3482
    Connects high-risk individuals to services, aiming to prevent violence.

    Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia
    1829 N 19th St, Philadelphia, PA 19121 | (215) 765-6000
    Builds and repairs homes for low-income Philadelphians.

    HIAS Pennsylvania
    600 Chestnut St, Suite 500B, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (215) 832-0900
    Legal and social services for immigrants and refugees.

    Historic Germantown
    5501 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | (215) 844-1683
    Preserves and promotes Germantown history through sites and programming.

    Hopeworks Camden/Philadelphia
    990 Spring Garden St, Suite 401, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (215) 397-5627
    Tech training and employment for youth overcoming barriers.

    Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania
    630 Janet Ave, Lancaster, PA 17601 | (215) 576-7044
    Advocates for expanded affordable housing statewide.

    Hunting Park United
    3760 N Delhi St, Philadelphia, PA 19140 | (215) 324-3268
    Community organizing and neighborhood revitalization in Hunting Park.

    Independence Business Alliance (LGBT Chamber)
    1234 Market St, Suite 1800, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 557-0190
    Connects and supports LGBTQ+ businesses and professionals citywide.

    Independence Seaport Museum
    211 S Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (215) 413-8655
    Maritime history museum with community and youth programs.

    Institute for the Development of African American Youth (IDAAY)
    2227 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19132 | (215) 235-9111
    Out-of-school youth and family programs, mentoring, and leadership training.

    Intercultural Family Services
    4225 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 386-1298
    Offers counseling, housing, and youth programs for diverse immigrant families.

    Jewish Family and Children’s Service of Greater Philadelphia
    2100 Arch St, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (866) 532-7669
    Delivers counseling, care, and food programs for all ages.

    JEVS Human Services
    1845 Walnut St, 7th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 854-1800
    Workforce, education, and independence programs for youth and adults.

    John Bartram Association (Bartram’s Garden)
    5400 Lindbergh Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | (215) 729-5281
    Urban farm, environmental education, and community engagement in Southwest Philly.

    Joseph J. Peters Institute
    100 S Broad St, Suite 1900, Philadelphia, PA 19110 | (215) 701-1560
    Provides trauma recovery services and violence prevention for all ages.

Philadelphia Community Organizations & Nonprofits (K–O)

 

  • Kelly Writers House
    3805 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 573-9749
    Hub for literary programs, workshops, readings, and community collaboration.

    Kensington Soccer Club
    3400 J St, Bldg 2, 3rd Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19134 | (267) 541-2168
    Makes youth soccer accessible, promoting community and leadership skills.

    Kensington Renewal Initiative
    2423 E Cumberland St, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | (215) 798-0322
    Revitalizes the neighborhood through housing, outreach, and block cleanups.

    Keep Music Alive
    11 General Wayne Dr, Media, PA 19063 | (610) 874-6312
    Inspires kids and adults with free and low-cost music programs.

    Kaleid Theatre
    605 S 51st St, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | (610) 453-4097
    Inclusive theater, arts, and educational performances for Philadelphia youth.

    Kun-Yang Lin/Dancers (KYL/D)
    1316 S 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | (267) 687-3739
    Contemporary dance and community engagement initiatives rooted in Asian heritage.

    Laurel House
    P.O. Box 764, Norristown, PA 19404 | (800) 642-3150
    Serves domestic violence survivors with shelter, counseling, and advocacy.

    Liberty Resources, Inc.
    112 N 8th St, Suite 600, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 634-2000
    Advocates for disability rights and independent living services.

    LIFT Philly
    6325 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19135 | (267) 587-2292
    Supports parents and families to break cycles of poverty.

    Lutheran Settlement House
    1340 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19125 | (215) 426-8610
    Family shelter, food, senior services, and domestic violence support.

    Let’s Go Outdoors
    5906 Greene St, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | (866) 878-3595
    Nature-based education connecting families and youth to the environment.

    MANNA (Metropolitan Area Neighborhood Nutrition Alliance)
    420 N 20th St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 496-2662
    Provides nutritious meals to people battling serious illnesses.

    Maternity Care Coalition
    2000 Hamilton St, Suite 205, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 972-0700
    Supports healthy pregnancies and child development for families.

    Mazzoni Center
    1348 Bainbridge St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | (215) 563-0652
    LGBTQ+ health care, legal, and therapeutic services in Philly.

    Make the World Better Foundation
    1026 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (267) 788-0437
    Revitalizes community parks while fostering youth engagement.

    Men Who Care of Germantown
    35 W Chelten Ave, Suite 203, Philadelphia, PA 19144 | (267) 288-0960
    Mentors youth, prevents violence, and organizes community engagement programs.

    Mighty Writers
    1501 Christian St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | (267) 239-0899
    Empowers kids with writing and literacy programs citywide.

    Mothers In Charge
    2839 W Girard Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 228-1718
    Advocacy, grief support, and education for families affected by violence.

    Mural Arts Philadelphia
    915 Spring Garden St, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (215) 685-0750
    Transforms public spaces with murals and art education programs.

    Nationalities Service Center
    1216 Arch St, 4th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 893-8400
    Immigrant and refugee legal, employment, and language assistance.

    Neighborhood Gardens Trust
    100 N 20th St, 5th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 988-8785
    Protects and supports community gardens and green spaces.

    Netter Center for Community Partnerships (Penn)
    111 S 38th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 898-5351
    University-community partnerships promoting civic engagement in West Philadelphia.

    Network of Neighbors Trauma Response
    1101 Market St, 7th Floor, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (267) 233-4837
    Provides trauma support for communities exposed to violence.

    New Kensington Community Development Corporation Cure Violence
    2771 Ruth St, Suite 1, Philadelphia, PA 19134 | (215) 427-0350
    Community outreach, mediation, and violence prevention initiatives.

    New Leash on Life USA
    4601 Market St, Philadelphia, PA 19139 | (267) 774-4676
    Rehabilitation and job training for justice-involved adults through dog care.

    Office of Safe Neighborhoods (City of Philadelphia)
    1500 John F. Kennedy Blvd, Suite 1500, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 686-3482
    Leads citywide violence intervention and crisis response efforts.

    Opera Philadelphia
    1420 Locust St, Suite 210, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 732-8400
    Innovative operatic performances and in-school arts education programs.

    One Step Away
    519 S 17th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | (215) 964-9988
    Supports economic independence for people facing homelessness via street newspaper.

    Organization for Black Struggle – Philly Chapter
    1501 Cherry St, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (314) 367-5959
    Grassroots activism for racial justice and civil rights.

    Outward Bound Philadelphia
    3250 W Sedgeley Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 372-8939
    Adventure-based leadership and character development for youth and adults.

Philadelphia Community Organizations & Nonprofits (P–T)

 

  • PATHWAYS PA
    310 Amosland Rd, Holmes, PA 19043 | (610) 543-5022
    Mental health services focusing on children and families.

    Penn Community Violence Prevention (PCVP)
    Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, 3400 Spruce St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 662-4000
    Hospital-based intervention and youth outreach program preventing gun violence.

    Pennsylvania Prison Society
    230 S Broad St, Suite 605, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 564-4775
    Advocates humane treatment and rehabilitation for incarcerated people.

    People’s Emergency Center
    325 N 39th St, Philadelphia, PA 19104 | (215) 382-7522
    Housing and support services for people experiencing homelessness.

    Philadelphia Anti-Drug/Anti-Violence Network (PAAN)
    2227 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19132 | (215) 940-0550
    Run street outreach and youth violence prevention citywide.

    Philadelphia Chinatown Development Corporation
    301 N 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19107 | (215) 922-2156
    Promotes economic and cultural vitality in Chinatown neighborhood.

    Philadelphia Community Bail Fund
    P.O. Box 42162, Philadelphia, PA 19101 | (215) 525-4101
    Posts bail to free low-income individuals awaiting trial.

    Philadelphia Legal Assistance
    718 Arch St, Suite 300N, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (215) 981-3800
    Free civil legal services for low-income Philadelphians.

    Philadelphia OIC (Opportunities Industrialization Center)
    1231 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | (215) 236-7700
    Job training and employment programs for disadvantaged residents.

    Philadelphia Youth Network
    400 Market St, Suite 200, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (267) 502-3800
    Workforce development and education support for city youth.

    Project HOME
    1515 Fairmount Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 232-7272
    Comprehensive services including housing and healthcare for homeless.

    Queen Village Neighbors Association
    405 Queen St, Philadelphia, PA 19147 | (215) 339-0975
    Neighborhood advocacy and community events in Queen Village.

    Quaker Neighborhood Council
    4718 Kingessing Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143 | (215) 726-1893
    Supports community development and youth programs in West Philly.

    Rebuilding Together Philadelphia
    4355 Orchard St, Suite 2R, Philadelphia, PA 19124 | (215) 965-0777
    Repairs homes for low-income seniors and disabled residents.

    Renewal
    312 N 3rd St, Philadelphia, PA 19106 | (215) 922-7400
    Works to end homelessness through housing and support services.

    Rescue Mission of Philadelphia
    2301 N 9th St, Philadelphia, PA 19133 | (215) 922-6400
    Shelter and rehabilitation services for homeless men and women.

    Resolve Philadelphia
    990 Spring Garden St, Suite 401, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (267) 417-6385
    Provides restorative justice programs reducing violence through healing.

    Riding The Tiger Youth Group
    2567 S 68th St, Philadelphia, PA 19142 | (267) 938-8500
    Sports and leadership programs for at-risk city youth.

    Rising Sun Center for Opportunity
    6601 Rising Sun Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19111 | (215) 342-1543
    Green building training and community development in North Philly.

    Safe Streets Philadelphia
    990 Spring Garden St, Suite 309, Philadelphia, PA 19123 | (215) 763-3280
    Violence interruption and community engagement to reduce gun violence.

    Salt & Light Ministries
    5127 N 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19141 | (267) 528-7332
    Job training and housing support for vulnerable women.

    School District of Philadelphia
    440 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19130 | (215) 400-4000
    Public education for more than 200,000 students citywide.

    Self-Help Movement
    2600 Southampton Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19116 | (215) 677-7778
    Peer support for mental health recovery and empowerment.

    SeniorLAW Center
    1500 JFK Blvd, Suite 1501, Philadelphia, PA 19102 | (215) 988-1242
    Legal advocacy protecting older adults’ rights and access to care.

    Shoot 4 The Goal
    3751 Island Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19153 | (215) 868-2981
    Soccer mentoring and tutoring for Philadelphia youth.

    Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament
    1663 Bristol Pike, Bensalem, PA 19020 | (215) 244-9900
    Education and empowerment programs focused on African American youth.

    Slavic Woman’s League of America
    1806 Welsh Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19115 | (215) 673-4292
    Cultural preservation and advocacy for Slavic immigrant women.

    Temple University Violence Reduction Initiatives
    1801 N Broad St, Philadelphia, PA 19122 | (215) 204-1234
    Community-focused research, intervention, and support to address gun violence.

    The Philadelphia Foundation
    1835 Market St, Suite 2410, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 563-6417
    Grants and resources supporting nonprofits and community initiatives.

    The Village of Arts and Humanities
    2544 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19133 | (215) 225-7830
    Arts-based community development and cultural organizing in North Philly.

    Thrive Youth Center
    10416 N 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19116 | (215) 392-7851
    Mentorship, trauma recovery, and youth empowerment programs.

    Turning Points for Children
    415 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19146 | (215) 875-8200
    Behavioral health and education support for at-risk youth and families.

    TransFamily Equality Network
    P.O. Box 30143, Philadelphia, PA 19103 | (215) 867-9741
    Support and advocacy for transgender Philadelphians and families.

Philadelphia Community Organizations & Nonprofits (U–Z)

 

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