Episcopal Community Services, Philadelphia

April marks the start of #StressAwarenessMonth. Stress affects our mental and physical health, and ECS offers a variety of health + wellness programs to help people connect and develop healthier habits. From virtual parenting workshops, father's groups, and healthy cooking classes, we are here to help families learn new skills they can use at home. Contact [email protected] to learn more:

Job Alert! We're looking for a Director of Advocacy to join our team. He/she/they will develop and build strategies to #ChallengePoverty at the local, state, and federal levels. Interested or know somebody looking for an exciting new opportunity? https://hubs.li/H0HLxDt0

Join us for a Hatha Yoga class benefitting Episcopal Community Services! On April 18th, Christine Lussier of Christine's Corner Yoga is hosting a virtual yoga class promoting strength, flexibility, balance and focus. Participant fees will directly support ECS’ programs aimed at increasing economic mobility in Philadelphia. Learn more: https://hubs.li/H0KntzH0

New Jersey is addressing the disproportionately impacted communities that have been hit hard by COVID-19. Earlier this month, five cities joined the community-based vaccination program focused on vaccinating residents living in underserved areas. #wishfulwednesday https://hubs.li/H0HLwWZ0

Preparing healthy meals for our families can seem tricky, especially for those on a budget. Help members of the Feed Your Potential 365 Club become a fearless, smart grocery shoppers. Join us on Wednesdays beginning March 10, 67pm. Register now: https://hubs.li/H0HKsbx0

Calling all parents! Don't miss the chance to connect with other parents in our 6-week series. This workshop will cover a variety of topics including coping with Covid-19, spending quality time, creating healthy boundaries with your child, and more. Register today! https://hubs.li/H0Kntzt0

Take a hands-on approach to combating homelessness in Philadelphia. Apply to be a coach within our Rapid Re-housing program that helps participants set goals to afford safe, stable housing. Learn more: https://hubs.li/H0HLNCK0

We're recruiting for several of our health + wellness programs. From virtual parenting workshops, father's groups, and healthy cooking classes, we are here to help families learn new skills they can use at home. Contact [email protected] to learn more:

We're hiring! The Stabilization Services Coordinator will have a direct impact on the families we serve in our Rapid Re-housing program. The program combines quality housing with comprehensive coaching services for families who have experienced homelessness. https://hubs.li/H0HLNY60

No matter which #Philadelphia neighborhood you live in or what #Philly suburb is called home, it is a shared responsibility that we work together to create opportunities for upward economic mobility. Secure full access to sessions on topics that matter most to you, to interact with our line-up of dynamic speakers, and to learn what policies and practices are needed to #ChallengePoverty. Here’s what we’ve got in store for Monday, October 26 through Friday, October 30. Will you be there? Get your All Access pass today! Link in bio!

The need to disrupt poverty and make the world a more equal place is greater than ever, and we’re excited to attend the upcoming Disrupting the Poverty Cycle virtual conference. Hosted by Economic Mobility Pathways - EMPath , four afternoons of insights, panel conversations, and networking are coming up from October 6-9, and will help families and workers clear pathways towards economic independence. Learn more and get signed up here: https://www.disruptingpovertyconference.org/

It doesn't need to be a holiday to be prepared to vote. Check your voter registration status, and be sure to ask your family and friends about theirs. The last day to register is October 19, and the last day to request a mail-in ballot is October 27. Vote! It’s one of the best ways you can advocate for the people and families we serve. Visit http://VOTESPA.com.

Get ready! Six sessions focused on ensuring equity during economic recovery. More than 15 local and national thought leaders. Interactive workshop-style group activities. Social work CEUs for practitioners. And actionable take-aways to help you #ChallengePoverty. Join us at the Forum on Justice & Opportunity! Get your ticket: https://ecsphilly.org/forum

"Episcopal Community Services plans to support Brinson for five years, not just with coaching, but also with regular workshops on financial management, health, and other topics. Plus, the nonprofit will match her savings $2-for-$1, giving her the chance to have up to $10,000 in the bank at the end of the program." We're excited to have news of our MindSet program spread across #Philadelphia. Thank you, Aladaya and Meeka for being such wonderful ambassadors and spokespeople! M...indSet is still actively recruiting new participants. Learn more about the program by reading this story in The Philadelphia Inquirer and by visiting ecsphilly.org/mindset. #ECSPhilly #PhillyMindSet https://www.inquirer.com//philadelphia-poverty-episcopal-c

Don’t forget: You have until this Sunday, 9/13 night to apply to join MindSet! We’re actively recruiting motivated #Philly residents who are eager to transform their lives! Times are tough, but you’re tough, too. And don’t you forget it. That’s why we’re recruiting for our (free!) MindSet program.... People in MindSet are just like you and me. They have different dreams, strengths, and difficulties. Bills. Kids. Income. Education. Everyday stressors affect everybody differently. But we coach through it allbecause MindSet is everything-focused. (And 100% free.) In MindSet, you would work one-on-one with expert staff coaches, and in uplifting groups, to help you target and tackle your self-identified life barriers. Along the way, gifts to recognize your hard work are given. And we’ll even help you secure a better future by providing a 2-to-1 cash match to your savings account. (Yes, that’s free, too.) Change doesn’t happen overnight. Like earning a 4-year degree, MindSet participants can receive coaching support and trainings for three, four, or even five years! It is a commitment, but we’ll work around your schedule. (Still free!) Imagine how much you can accomplish in five years?! Up for the challenge that you deserve? The application deadline is Sunday. Click here to get started: http://ecsphilly.org/mindset

Get ready! This year, the Forum on Justice & Opportunity will be an immersive, week-long virtual experience, taking place every day, Monday, October 26 through Friday, October 30. There will be hour-long sessions daily, so lots of opportunities for you to participate safely! What's in it for you? Six sessions focused on ensuring equity during economic recovery. More than 15 local and national thought leaders. Interactive workshop-style group activities. Social work CEUs for practitioners. And actionable take-aways to help you #ChallengePoverty. Now through August 31, you can get an All-Access pass to the full week's line-up for half the price. Snag yours now! Link in bio!

Who are you ESPEecially grateful for lately? For us, it’s Matt and Lori Espe. Matt is a member of our Board of Trustees and chairs its advancement committee. Lori, a health and wellness expert, provides coaching workshops to our team. Recently, the two made a generous gift in support of our mission, so we thanked them as best we couldvirtually. In times like these, it’s important to smell the roses and count your blessings. In fact, practicing gratitude is good for your health (just ask Lori ). Join us in thanking the Espes for their commitment to #ChallengePoverty. And consider reaching out to somebody you’re grateful for lately. It’ll make their day!

We're hosting a virtual #Mindset info session tomorrow, July 8 at 12:15pm. If you are interested in advancing your career and earning potential, MindSet is the program for you. Free and flexible, MindSet focuses on career development and financial stability through coaching and trainings. MindSet participants will also receive cash incentives for finishing activities. Click here learn more: https://hubs.ly/H0sf8580

Your generosity helped us meet our fundraising goal! Allow us to thank you properly! Reflected in this achievement is precisely what we know to be true: Smaller victories within a year’s time stack up to a lot. Thousands of people rely on the programs of Episcopal Community Services, Philadelphia each year. And we coach them as they, too, set attainable goals that yield big results toward true transformation. We are committed to standing with our neighbors and program participants as we all navigate through challenging times. And we thank you for standing alongside us. On behalf of the team on staff, Board of Trustees, and the families we serve, thank you. #LookUp #ChallengePoverty

Today, Episcopal Community Services recognizes Juneteenth as a time to reflect on the past and commit to creating a better future. As we recognize the end of slavery over 150 years ago, let us continue to strive for an America where all are free. ECS commits to continuing the fight for racial equity. #juneteenth2020 #ecsphilly #blacklivesmatter

The impact of COVID-19 can be seen across all neighborhoods of Philadelphia as unemployment rates continue to rise and businesses settle into a new norm. Despite the uncertainly, companies are retooling, upskilling, and yes, hiring for a sustainable future. Tune in tomorrow at 11am to hear from David Griffith, executive director and head coach, at Hiring and Upskilling in a Recovering Economy: A Roadmap for Growth Issue Forum, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia. Register: https://hubs.ly/H0r50Yn0

#blackouttuesday because Black lives matter.