WHYY: 6.6 million more file for unemployment as coronavirus keeps economy shut
U.S experiences even higher numbers of unemployment Read More…
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The Philadelphia Inquirer: ‘I feel like I’ve been benched’
The Philadelphia Inquirer profiles 9 people in the Philly region, including a PHL OTG worker. Read More…
The Philadelphia Inquirer: Aramark Workers Plead for a Pinch Hit from the Phillies
Phillies: do the right thing for your food service workers! Read more… CLICK HERE to sign a petition to support Aramark workers!
Email PA if You’re Experiencing Problems with your Unemployment Claim
For more direct assistance, send an email to this address: [email protected]
Enhanced Unemployment Benefits Under New Stimulus Bill
Please refer to this information for enhancements to unemployment benefits under the new stimulus bill or Click Here for more details:
Comcast: Offering 2 Months Free Internet for Qualifying Households
Comcast will be offering two free months of internet service to low income households to help them stay connected during the pandemic. Households can apply here or call 855-846-8376 (English) or 855-765-6995 (Spanish).
Renters Rights During COVID-19 Crisis
For information on Legal Aid, Evictions and No Utility Shut-offs during COVID-19, Click Here.
SNAP (Food Stamps)
Click Here to apply for SNAP
Map: City Food Distribution Sites and Student Meal Sites
Click Here to access map for food distribution sites during COVID-19
BenePhilly: “Do I Qualify for Valuable Benefits?”
BenePhilly offers FREE one-on-one support for help enrolling in benefits. for more info.