TPCDC Responds to the Digital Divide
Tour Philadelphia’s Newest High Tech Urban Food Lab During Earth Day 2012 Weekend Events
An anticipated 500 people will participate in the Earth Day Weekend of Community Events hosted by The Partnership CDC in collaboration with local public officials, 60th Street Business Owners and other organizations in the West Philadelphia/Cobbs Creek area. For more details see: Earthday 2012 press release
TPCDC is a KEYSPOT
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FREE Computer Literacy Training & Access to Public Computers!
The Partnership CDC is proud to offer free computer literacy training and access to public computers. Our current services include:
- Basic to proficient computer skills
- Resume & Cover Letter tips
- Online job search & application help
- Access to Recycling Rewards online account
- Web browsing & informational searches
- E-mail account creation
- Document formatting
Now Hiring!
The Commercial Corridor Manager is responsible for cultivating relationships with a diverse business/client base and playing an integral role implementing the organization’s community development strategy through engaging the corridors and neighborhoods we are investing in.
The Commercial Corridor Manager has internal contacts with the entire administrative staff and external contact with members of the neighborhood development team and other community resources. This position requires hands-on field work, which may result in working non-traditional hours. This position has access to client information and is expected to handle such information with integrity and professionalism. This position has regular contact with members of the community and is expected to represent the CDC in a professional manner. The Commercial Corridor Manager will report to the Executive Director and participate in department activities as necessary.
Citizens Bank provides $50,000 grant for green roofing project
Today a $50,000 grant from the Citizens Bank Foundation was presented to Philadelphia LISC (Local Initiative Support Corporation) for is Sustainable Communities Initiative. The monies from this grant are being used to revitalize neighborhoods. This grant will also be used to provide The Partnership CDC’s Green Roofing training program designed to create green jobs while lowering home energy bills.
The 300 Block of Holly Street in West Philadelphia was one of the two blocks selected to receive free roofs. Nine houses on the block have been completed so far; two have received a green roof, and seven have received a cool roof. The remainder of the block will be completed by the class of nine graduates of the Green Roofing Professional Certification Exam. Click here to learn more about the Green Professionals Program and our Green Initiatives.
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“Equipment seized in a Delaware County drug bust will now help grow vegetables and herbs” -Philadelphia Inquirer
“Delaware County is taking from the bad guys to give to the good guys. State-of-the-art equipment once used to grow marijuana will soon be used to grow vegetables and herbs in Philadelphia”, G. Michael Green, Delaware County’s district attorney said at Tuesday’s event.
Donations sought for the displaced residents of the 5-alarm fire in West Philadelphia
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On Monday, January 10, 2011, a five alarm fire destroyed the homes of residents living in a West Philadelphia apartment building. While reports say no one was injured or killed in the fire, many residents lost everything. Mayor Michael Nutter says 118 people are homeless as a result of the fire.
The Red Cross and Salvation Army have been providing emergency shelter and services to the families. The Partnership CDC is supporting their efforts by collecting donations for personal hygiene products, towels, washcloths, hats, scarfs, gloves, coats and children’s books or toys. Financial donations should be sent directly to Salvation Army 5501 Market Street, Philadelphia PA 19139.
Other donation may be dropped of at our office 4020 Market Street, Philadelphia, PA. Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. For more information, please call Tess Williams at (215) 662-1612 x 24.
For more ways to help the Salvation Army call 215-474-1010.
