ELF grantee partner @rootedfutureslab released a data center impact dashboard that allows users to track the development, growth, environmental impacts, and energy demands of data centers located around the country. Using publicly available data and existing research, the dashboard highlights areas around the U.S. that are at risk of blackouts or higher utility rates and helps visitors understand the impact on water shortages and quality. Click the link in our bio to review the dashboard and learn more about the growth, development, and impacts of data centers around the country.

Community Fund grantee partner @phillycommunitywireless partnered with @aarp and @microsoft to install free wifi at Somerset Villas, a 99-unit residence for people with disabilities and low-income seniors. Due to the work of Philly Community Wireless and partners across Philadelphia, residents of Somerset Villas have reliable internet access that helps them access essential online services, health resources, and community programs. Click the bio link to read about the innovative connectivity partnership with AARP.

@wepacreads, a Community Fund grantee partner, was featured in @phillytrib for its partnership with Dolly Parton's @imaginationlibrary and its school library programs in West Philly. Through Parton’s Imagination Library, more than 600 children in West Philadelphia currently receive a free, age-appropriate book mailed directly to their homes every month until they turn 5. WePAC officially launched the partnership on July 1, 2024, initially serving children living in the 19104 zip code. Per Executive Director Jennifer Leith, over the past two years, more than 800 children have enrolled in the program through WePAC. Click the link in our bio to read more about Dolly's legacy and why WePAC’s book access work matters in West Philly.

Student reporters from Community Fund grantee partner @healthynewsworks spoke with former U.S. Surgeon General @drvivekmurthy about loneliness, connection, and the small actions we can take to help ourselves and others feel less alone. The student reporters, who attend Alexander Adaire School, Yorkship Fagmily School, and @cpscamden led conversations that explored why social connection matters for our health and how young people can play a role in creating more connected communities. Click the bio link to watch the full conversation.

The Emerging Leaders Fund (ELF) grantee partners spent two days together at the ELF Gathering at @innatgracewinery for peer learning, reflection, and inspiration. We would like to extend a HUGE thank you to ELF Alumni Maya Bhattacharjee-Marcantonio of @marcylabschool and Oscar Kirschwang of @collegetogether for thoughtfully designing and facilitating the retreat. The hope, love and laughter shared among ELF grantee partners filled everyone’s “cup” as they continue to lead critically important work supporting individuals, families and communities.