LIHEAP WEEK – February 10 – 14
LIHEAP WEEK – November 5 to 8
If you need help with application assistance, come visit UESF at any of these dates and locations during the month of November:
LIHEAP WEEK: 10am to 2pm
Tuesday, November 5
Thomas Donatucci Library
1935 W Shunk Street, 19145
Wednesday, November 6
PATH – Community Room
1919 Cottman Avenue, 19111
Thursday, November 7
Haverford Library
5543 Haverford Avenue, 19139
Friday, November 8
UESF – Suite 600
1608 Walnut Street, 19103
For full service, you’ll need these documents:
- Income for last 30 days (award letters need to be current, pensions don’t need to be current if still receiving)
- Current utility bill or shut-off notice
- Social security card (for everyone in the household)
- Identification (must have a picture)
Volunteer Day at Philadelphia Prison Orchard
UESF staff contributed to a volunteer initiative at the Philadelphia Prison Orchard, a collaborative effort involving The Food Trust, Philadelphia Department of Prisons, and Bennet Compost, resulting in a valuable experience and opportunity for interorganizational collaboration.
28th Annual PECO MEAF GOLF Tournment
What a beautiful day for the 28th PECO MEAF Golf Tournament, which aimed to secure financial assistance for underprivileged families and individuals. The day’s schedule included: Golfing, recreational Games, cuisine, and social enjoyment.
Thank you to everyone who participated and supported this event it was a great success!!!!
Welcome UESF’s New Executive Director
The UESF Board is excited to announce that Alexander Z. Talmadge, Jr will be joining UESF as the new Executive Director starting on Monday, August 5, 2024. Alexander is an attorney by trade and a former Commissioner of Elections for the City of Philadelphia. Alex has deep connections to the city of Philadelphia leadership and a wealth of experience in non-profit oversight and low-income program management.
We are very excited to welcome him to UESF!!!
UESF Mobile Office Update
Join UESF and Representative Regina Young Office at the Free Library of Philadelphia every Tuesday starting July 2nd from 12pm to 4pm at 1935 Shunk Street to receive assistance with BenePhilly benefits and other supportive services.
Golf Tournament Proceeds Reach An All Time High!
The 27th Annual PECO MEAF Golf Tournament held on October 9th was a huge success—raising a record $56,000+ for PECO’s Matching Energy Assistance Program (MEAF).
Taking place on October 9th, the event drew nearly 128 golfers, who enjoyed a beautiful rain-free day of golf on the autumn-colored hills of McCall Golf Club in Upper Darby.
The Matching Energy Assistance Fund is PECO’s vehicle for assisting low-income families throughout the Greater Philadelphia area who need assistance paying their electric bills. PECO matches all program funds dollar for dollar for each grant that is made, doubling the impact. As a result, the $56,000 raised from the golf tournament became $112,000 for families in need.
Local agencies receiving these funds for the families they serve include the Bucks County Opportunity Council, the Community Action Agency of Delaware County, the Community Action Development Commission of Montgomery County, Mason-Dixon Cares, and UESF.
A special thanks to the event’s major sponsors, including CMC Energy, Burns & McDonnell, Sargent & Lundy and Asplundh.
Having lunch with the Mayor!
UESF joined the Mayor’s luncheon at the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia Today! Mayor Jim Kenney addressed important issues impacting the city of Philadelphia and his last year in office.
This ‘furniture bank’ gives away beds, tables, and sofas to Philadelphians leaving homelessness
Today the Philadelphia Inquirer wrote an article about The Philadelphia Furniture Bank. UESF has been partnering with them for over 6 years to help our participants furnish their new homes after exiting homelessness.
Check out this article to read all about this great organization: