Self Sufficiency – Education Empowerment – Direct Services
PhillySEEDS provides opportunities for self-sufficiency, education, and empowerment to residents living in public and assisted housing through programs, philanthropic fund raising, community-based partnerships and special initiatives.
Thanks to the generous support of our contributors, in 2021, PhillySEEDS successfully established the Nellie Reynolds Scholarship Endowment Fund! This fund has consistently provided a reliable stream of financial support for our PhillySEEDS Scholarship Program, empowering scholars within the PHA community to achieve their academic goals and seize life-changing opportunities.
In the city of Philadelphia, more than 400,000 residents—27% of the population and 39% of children—live in poverty. Approximately 200,000 Philadelphians subsist on incomes equaling less than 50% of the federal poverty level. Philadelphia’s poverty rate remains nearly double the national average and has increased significantly since 1970. The current state of federal gridlock demands proactive efforts from philanthropically-minded individuals, private organizations, and community partners.
PhillySEEDS is uniquely positioned to help combat these challenges. Through strategic partnerships with the Philadelphia Housing Authority, we are dedicated to reducing poverty, expanding opportunities, and advancing the growth and well-being of our city and its residents.
We are proud to share the impact of our work and our progress toward these goals. Explore our annual updates below to learn more about how we are creating change in Philadelphia.
The 2024 PhillySEEDS Annual Update is now available.
This update provides information about our core initiatives and current collaborations, as well as the organizations financial details, funders, and partners.
Matthew Bauerlein worked for sixteen years for the City of Philadelphia Department of Policy and Planning. Deeply attuned to the challenges facing Philadelphia, including the need for affordable housing, Matthew dedicated his career to addressing these critical issues.
The Matthew Bauerlein North Star Fund was generously established in his name to assist PhillySEEDS in expanding the number of individuals it can serve through the HCV Security Deposit Matching Grant.
This fund continues Matthew’s legacy by addressing the urgent need for assistance with affordable security deposit grants for HCV program participants. It is a fitting tribute to Matthew’s life and values, ensuring that his commitment to improving the lives of others endures.
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