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First Friday Interview: Jason Thompson, President & Founder of The Jason Thompson Foundation

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This month, we sat down with Jason Thompson* for our First Friday interview. If you haven’t heard of this South Jersey native, it may be because he’s been around the world playing professional basketball. In addition, Jason is a philanthropist, founding the Jason Thompson Foundation in 2011.

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Dining Out For Life to Help End HIV

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Dining Out For Life is an annual dining fundraising event raising money for community-based organizations serving people living with or impacted by HIV. This one-day event is Philadelphia’s largest dining fundraiser, and it returns to the Greater Philadelphia area on April 18, 2019. Join Action Wellness, local community leaders, the Philly PR Girl team, and

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Philly Unknown Project Hosts 3rd Annual Community Chilli Cook-Off

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On Saturday, February 9, 2019, the Philadelphia community is coming together for a great cause. Filled with spice, prizes and special guests, Philly Unknown Project hosts its 3rd annual Community Chili Cook-Off. The local nonprofit provides essentials to those who are homeless, near homeless, or in need of day-to-day resources. Every day, its members aim

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Philadelphia Magazine Unveils 2018 Health Hero Winner & VIP

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After months of nominations, voting, and waiting, the winners for Philadelphia magazine’s Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge were finally announced! On Tuesday, November 27, 2018, the best and brightest of Philly’s health and wellness industry gathered at the Pyramid Club. There, guests were able to enjoy tasty sips and light bites among friends and colleagues. The

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#GivingTuesday 2018: How To Give Back Locally in Philly

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Today, November 27, marks the seventh annual Giving Tuesday. This movement  has become a campaign that celebrates and supports the power of giving, philanthropy, and charity around the world. Following the mass consumerism of Black Friday and Cyber Monday, Giving Tuesday encourages sharing with the less fortunate throughout the holiday season. This season, it is

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How Philadelphians Are Fighting To Cure Type 1 Diabetes

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In honor of November being National Diabetes Month, we are shining a light on one condition of the disease, Type 1 diabetes (T1D). This chronic condition means the pancreas generates little to no insulin. Imagine having to give yourself multiple insulin shots and prick your finger to check your blood sugar throughout a day. These

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Global Philadelphia Association Hosts Third Annual World Heritage City Celebration

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Global Philadelphia Association celebrates its third annual World Heritage City Celebration with a special dinner at the Crystal Tea Room on Thursday, September 13, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. This one-of-a-kind event supports the work being done to carry out Philadelphia’s World Heritage Strategic Plan. In 2015, Philadelphia became the first U.S. city to receive the

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First Friday Interview: Evan Lutz, CEO & Co-Founder of Hungry Harvest

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Did you know… each year, 125 billion pounds of food go to waste in the U.S. A large portion of this is due to small physical blemishes or not meeting a sizing threshold for grocery buyers. Once Evan Lutz realized there was all this perfectly delicious food available, he set out to change the world

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Don’t Miss the Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge Nomination Deadline!

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For the seventh year in a row, Philadelphia magazine is searching for Health Heroes! These are local health and wellness advocates committed to living and encouraging healthy lifestyles. Now’s your chance to bring recognition to your favorite Health Hero! Nominate them for the Be Well Philly Health Hero Challenge, presented by Independence Blue Cross.

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Preakness at the Piazza 2018 Raises Over $75,000 for MS Society

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The 6th annual Preakness at the Piazza drew the most fashionable attendees on Saturday, May 19, 2018. Once again, crowds gathered at the Piazza at Schmidt’s Commons for the best live viewing of the 143rd Preakness Stakes in Philadelphia! The event committee is thrilled that over $75,000 was raised for the National Multiple Sclerosis Society

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