As Philadelphia’s gun violence crisis continues to affect young people, a group in West Philly has stepped up to the call to serve, with hopes of saving lives.

The Elevation Project: Helping formerly incarcerated people find new pathways

Aug 19th, 2023 1m 51s

As founder and executive director of the Elevation Project, LaTrista Webb has helped thousands of formerly incarcerated people find new pathways in life after time served. KYW Newsradio's Antionette Lee tells us more about what sparked this car

Philly cyclist helping young girls tread transformative paths through the sport

Jul 28th, 2023 2m 4s

Cycling gave Ajoa Abrokwa a level of physical activity that also helped balance her emotions. Through her nonprofit, she’s encouraging young women and girls to get into the sport not just for wellness but for the paths it may take them down. KY

Formerly incarcerated man and the judge who sentenced him collaborate to help at-risk youth

Jul 7th, 2023 2m 12s

After more than a decade in state prison, Kashif Jones went back into the courtroom to ask for help from the judge who sentenced him. Jones now has his own nonprofit Relentless Community Development dedicated to helping at-risk youth.

Legacy of Hope supporting cancer-affected families in Philadelphia-area

Jun 30th, 2023 2m 7s

Like many Americans, cancer patients struggle to juggle their health and financial hardships. That’s where Legacy of Hope comes in. The organization raises money to move needy Philadelphia families into liveable homes with comfortable arrangeme

How Amira Williams became the Delaware Valley’s ‘henna therapist’

Jun 23rd, 2023 2m 2s

Amira Williams started her business Henna with a Twist as a hobby, helping women who had lost their hair due to alopecia or cancer. Now, she does henna all over the body and for any occasion. KYW Newsradio's Antionette Lee has more.

Philly Rising: Change Our Future's Sneaker Ball

Jun 9th, 2023 2m 15s

Rodney and Erika McLeod’s nonprofit, Change Our Future, is hosting the third annual Sneaker Ball, which raises money, school supplies and kicks for students in the community. They hope to double their fundraising goal this year. (Photo credit:

Philly Rising: Criticized, celebrated for extravagance, prom send-offs give kids an escape from trauma

May 28th, 2023 2m 26s

Prom “send offs” have become one of the most anticipated events of the year for Philadelphia high schoolers. It’s a time when families and friends turn dreams into reality for their kids. Dedicated moms like Angelia Ayres have put several hundr

Philly Rising: Mothers in Charge

May 13th, 2023 2m 7s

Dorothy Johnson-Speight has been working toward gun violence prevention, education and intervention through her organization, Mothers in Charge, for nearly 20 years.

Philly Rising : Bringing kids together through 'Work to Ride'

Apr 22nd, 2023 2m 7s

On a nice day, the Chamounix Equestrian Center, home to the Work to Ride program, is filled with kids taking horseback riding lessons, as well as dozens of cats, dogs and a billie goat named Yoda.The one-of-a-kind program in the country gives

Philly Rising: Advocating for Black birthing equity through ‘Barren Fruit’

Apr 15th, 2023 2m 12s

Diona Murray has spent the last four years advocating for equity in birthing experiences like access to reproductive health care and resources for Black women through her nonprofit, Barren Fruit.

Philly Rising: Making and sharing sacred space for the fellowship of Ramadan

Apr 8th, 2023 2m 17s

On Sunday, Salim Weldon will host dozens, including those who went to Mecca with him in 2016, for an iftar meal at the Ubuntu fine art gallery in Germantown where they will break fast at sunset. “...No matter your wealth status, we are all fas

Philly Rising: Da Smoothie Jawn - educating people one smoothie and conversation at a time

Apr 1st, 2023 2m 14s

After more than 15 years of working in the health and wellness industry, Ayana Bennett quit her corporate gig to open Da Smoothie Jawn on Girard Avenue. “I want to provide education in a space where people feel comfortable asking questions th

Empowering girls of color to disrupt intergenerational poverty

Mar 17th, 2023 2m 10s

After a long career in the fashion industry, Cheryl Wadlington switched her style to service. She founded the nonprofit Evoluer House in 2004 to empower young girls of color in Philadelphia.

Philly Rising: Breaking Bread on Broad

Mar 11th, 2023 2m 9s

Breaking Bread on Broad started as a summer meal program for students five years ago, but when the pandemic hit, needs began to change and so too did the organization. “We realized that their parents also were impacted in terms of their abilit

This Philly native is helping women get the tools they need to build their best lives

Mar 3rd, 2023 2m

When Monica Miraglio purchased her first home, it was also the groundbreaking of her career in design and construction. She said she did all the projects in the house on her own. “I started laying tile. I started putting in cabinets,” she said

Philly native unwraps Toni Morrison’s creative process in new Princeton exhibit

Feb 17th, 2023 2m 6s

Autumn Womack is an assistant professor of English and African American studies at Princeton University. The Philadelphia native is also a Central High school alumnus, and the scholar’s latest project is turning pages across the country.

Philly Rising: The Cado Experience helps uplift Black business owners, artists

Feb 12th, 2023 2m 9s

“It’s called the Cado Experience,” said Deborah Charmelus, creator of the Cado Experience. “It’s a day-long Black creative market that brings together more than 50 Black vendors in one space for a chance to exchange goods, ideas and culture.”

Philly Rising: Felicia Harris-Williams of Gynger Tea House

Feb 3rd, 2023 2m 6s

Felicia Harris-Williams has blended her passion for tea, holistic healing and wellness into the perfect brew. The mother of three, and volunteer for the Philadelphia Commission for Women, started Gynger Tea House in 2015 after a major health sc

Philly Rising: Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow

Jan 28th, 2023 2m 7s

Jamilah Thompkins-Bigelow is a teacher-turned-best-selling author. KYW Newsradio's Antionette Lee talked with Thompkins-Bigelow about her journey.

Philly Rising: Dr. Guthrie P. Ramsey

Jan 20th, 2023 2m 15s

Dr. Guthrie P. Ramsey goes by many titles. He’s an author, musician, composer, and a retired professor of musicology. KYW Newsradio's Antionette Lee talked with Ramsey about how he is fostering the arts in Germantown.

Philly Rising: ‘I just started cleaning up’ — SW Philly business owner beautifies more than just neighborhoods

Jan 14th, 2023 2m 9s

Hakeem Devore is your everyday guy. He’s the father of a 6-year-old, a business owner, South Philly-born-and-raised, and a concerned community member who saw a need.

Anti-violence nonprofit honored at White House, doubles impact of annual holiday giveaway

Dec 16th, 2022 2m 21s

It’s been a big year for community activist Ryan Harris. The founder of the nonprofit As I Plant This Seed has helped put Philly’s needs on the map through his gun violence prevention efforts. KYW Newsradio's Antionette Lee has more on Philly R

Philly Rising: The joy of giving with a humbled heart

Dec 9th, 2022 2m 5s

Nikki Bagby, founder of the Philadelphia nonprofits A Humbled Heart and The International People’s Storehouse, is setting an intention to make sure certain groups of people are not forgotten this season.

Philly Rising: Moms helping moms

Dec 2nd, 2022 2m 1s

Caring for each other is the ethic that runs through the group Philly Moms Helping Moms, which Sharita Jones founded in 2015. Sharita Jones understands the importance of sisterhood. At a young age, she experienced a tragedy.