turning a city into a home
“Philly Fellows is an innovative
and timely program. Our region
will benefit tremendously from
the enthusiasm and know-how of
our city’s young talent.
Participating organizations will
provide valuable learning
experiences for Philly Fellows,
illustrating to these top students
how very much our dynamic,
vibrant region has to offer.”
-Lissa Hilsee, President and CEO,
Greater Philadelphia Cares




2007-2008
Philly Fellows Placements
The following positions are filled by fellows during the 2007-2008
fellowship year.
AchieveAbility, Housing and Finance Associate
The fellow will work with the housing department and learn different
aspects of AchieveAbility’s financial management, housing development
and property management operations.
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Website: www.achieve-ability.org
After School Activities Partnerships, Youth Program Coordinator
The fellow will act as coordinator for initiatives including the Philadelphia
Youth Chess Challenge - a city-wide initiative which currently consists of
215 after school clubs - as well as all other related events & tournaments.
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Website: www.phillyasap.org
Bethesda Project, Community Life Assistant
The fellow will plan and implement social, cultural and other activities with
shelter guests and residents and will also conduct outreach, education
and support activities with a large youth and adult volunteer corps.
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Website: www.bethesdaproject.org
Campus Philly, Community Engagement Fellow
The fellow will focus on advancing the current community engagement
program to key Campus Philly stakeholders, including colleges, student
leaders, civic organizations, foundations, businesses, and government
entities.
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Website: www.campusphilly.org
Community Legal Services, Communications Associate
The fellow will be responsible for continuing the implementation and
delivery of Community Legal Services’ communication plan, including
providing leadership on the development and maintenance of CLS’
website, brochures, media pieces and client materials.
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Website: www.clsphila.org
Education Law Center, Public Education Advocate
Fellow will provide research and advocacy support to community groups
and statewide organizations seeking to improve public schools.
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Website: www.elc-pa.org
Enterprise Center, Development Strategy Coordinator
The Development Strategy Coordinator will assist in The Enterprise
Center’s strategic planning and development process to create growth
strategies and secure funding to move the organization towards becoming
a sustainable enterprise.
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Website: www.theenterprisecenter.com
Freire Charter School, PEACE Project, Development and Outreach
Coordinator
The fellow will lead our ambitious expansion and fundraising plan so that
The PEACE Project has the financial resources and community support
necessary to fuel the growth of our innovative program.
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Website: www.freirecharterschool.org/peace
www.thepeaceprojectonline.org
MANNA, Development Manager
Provide administrative and marketing support for special events and
MANNA’s fundraising campaign to expand MANNA’s facility and its
program capacity.
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Website: www.mannapa.org
Neighborhood Interfaith Movement, Youth Outreach Coordinator
The fellow will recruit and train teens for joint learning, community service,
advocacy, and leadership development programs.
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Website: www.nim-phila.org
Painted Bride Art Center, Development Associate
The fellow will implement an annual development plan for the institution
including foundation, corporate, individual, sponsorships and special
events.
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Website: www.paintedbride.org
The Partnership Community Development Corporation,
Development Associate
The fellow would be responsible for assisting the Development Director in
researching funding opportunities, writing grants, and facilitating new and
innovative fundraising endeavors.
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Website: www.thepartnershipcdc.org
*Philadelphia Green, Project Coordinator
The fellow will coordinate community based project implementation,
provide technical assistance, and conduct educational programs for client
neighborhoods through the Philadelphia Green Program.
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Website: www.pennsylvaniahorticulturalsociety.org
Spiral Q Puppet Theater, Marketing and Communications Assistant
The fellow will be responsible for assisting the Production
Manager/Communications Director in the development of Spiral Q’s
marketing materials and strategy, as well as for the ongoing monitoring
and maintenance of Spiral Q’s communications systems, such as the web
site and database.
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Website: www.spiralq.org
Women Against Abuse, Public Relations Associate
The fellow will focus on external publications such as newsletters, fact
sheets, media kits, annual reports and e-newsletters as well as assist in
responding to media inquiries and publicizing events.
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Website: www.womenagainstabuse.org