Source: Global Interdependence Center Description: The Global Interdependence Center is a Philadelphia-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a global reach. Their mission is to encourage the expansion of global dialogue and free trade in order to improve cooperation and understanding among nations, with the goal of reducing international conflicts and improving worldwide living standards. Website: https://www.interdependence.org

Source: Greater Philadelphia Cultural Alliance Description: The Cultural Alliance leads, strengthens and amplifies the voices of more than 400 member organizations who generate over $4.1 billion in economic impact for the region. Our members, as well as the cultural community as a whole, count on the Alliance for signature research reports on the health and growth of the…

Source: Chamber Orchestra of Philadelphia Description: To be a sustainable musical institution that brings the intimate experience of a world-class chamber orchestra performance to the greater Philadelphia area, enriching the musical life of the City and region by the integrity and excellence of its musicianship, the boldness and vitality of its programming, and by cultivating and…

Source: Philadelphia Asian American Film Festival Description: PAAFF is a nonprofit organization founded in 2008 to educate and expose the Philadelphia region to films by and about Asian Americans bringing year-round awareness with exciting events that include tastings, mixers, meet & greets, cultural experiences, and of course, screenings. The annual award-winning film festival held each November is the first of…

Source: Lingual Institute Description:  Lingual Institute has grown from Philadelphia’s favorite foreign language school into the region’s most comprehensive language center, now serving corporations, law firms, courts, government agencies, hospitals, and social welfare organizations as well as individuals. Due to our growing reputation and requests for expanded services, we have broadened our profession and specialized our staff…

Source: Greater Philadelphia Garden Description: With a tradition of horticulture going back 300 years, Philadelphia is America’s Garden Capital. Visit more than 30 public gardens, arboreta, and historic landscapes, all located within 30 miles of our landmark city. The Philadelphia region has a rich tradition of public gardens, arboreta and historic landscapes. There are more than 30…

Source:  The Rock School for Dance Education Description: The Rock School mission focuses on excellence in dance training and in nurturing children and young people. At The Rock School, they learn patience, persistence, attention to detail, discipline, teamwork, and self-motivation. The Rock School for Dance Education has developed a reputation as one of the nation’s top pre-professional…

Source: Philly Knits Description: The Philly Knits lesson plans for Philly Art Teachers to use as a way to teach sewing to kids rather than relying on volunteers and after school programs. Helps students have fun in class and work together and learn a new skill. Their mission is to spread the joy of the Fiber Arts –…

Source: Philadelphia Parks and Recreation Description: African Americans have achieved countless great feats in Philadelphia and beyond. As a result, they became namesakes of Philadelphia parks, recreation centers, and playgrounds. In honor of Black History Month, we invite you to learn the backgrounds behind the names of some Parks & Rec sites! Website: https://phl.maps.arcgis.com/apps/Shortlist/index.html?appid=cb1073d19cf64780b3c457ac7642fa06

Source: Visit Philadelphia Description:  Learn more about Philadelphia, home of the 17th-century Quaker abolitionist movement and the city where a young Harriet Tubman found freedom, played a vital role in the Underground Railroad. Freedom was the goal for the thousands of enslaved Africans on the Underground Railroad, a secret network of safe houses, churches and farms that…