The Center for CIVIC Leadership and Change

“Expenses advertising - sc brunch 628 promotional 495 public relations 300 credit card processing fees 241 meals and entertainment 1,475 office expense 3,300 technology 807 insurance - liability 955 total 8,201”

“The mission of the nsa education network is to provide experiences for students to be prepared to meet and exceed 21st century standards by creating innovative learning environments and experiences. Additionally, the organization provides experiences for educators to improve their skills and practices.”

“Keystone grant - community revitalization project nsa education network received a grant award through the pa dept of community development to work with ready willing & able (rwa) and surge to improve safety conditions in the 186th district of philadelphia, through training and workforce development activities for young males.”

“Youth leadership (sweetheart dance) senior citizens were invited to serve as mentors for middle and high school students. The adults met with students to share life experiences and encourage them to do well and stay in school. The culminating activity was a sweetheart dance to say thank you to the seniors for donating their time to work with the students.”

“Annual street festival the street festival provided educational opportunities for students by identifying challenges and implementing successful practices through community outreach and economic development. Community residents participated in activities while focusing on the importance of building community as an essential part of a well-rounded education.”

“She can win she can win is a nonpartisan program with a mission to promote women in leadership and local politics. The goal is to increase the presence and influence of women in the leadership arena. Mentoring is also a part of the training and she can win facilitates a strong spirit of mentorship. The program engages women in meeting and making connections with other women who work with community based organizations. Your city/your choice grassroots community-driven voter engagement and empowerment campaign designed to encourage active participation in local democracy. Through this initiative citizens are provided tools and resources to be informed, involved and influential in shaping the future of philadelphia. By fostering civic engagement, promoting voter turnout, and addressing voting barriers, the initiative seeks to empower individuals to have a more direct decision making processes of their communities. Five canvassers were employed to pass out 100,000 doorknockersto districts in philadelphia that had the lowest voter turnout. The doorknockers educated the public about the different offices that were up for election and the specific functions of those offices. Through this program, we saw a 4-5% increase in the districts serviced.”