Philadelphia Office of Children and Families

📅 Happening Today! Rain 🌧️ or Shine 🌞

Join us for the Summer Meals Kick-Off Celebration in partnership with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, the American Dairy Association North East, Nutritional Development Services, and CBS Food Program!

Youth and families are invited to enjoy fun activities, games, community resources, special guest appearances, and a FREE meal for youth as we celebrate the start of summer together.

⏰ 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
📍 Tustin Recreation Center
5901 W. Columbia Ave.
Philadelphia, PA 19151

We can't wait to see you there! 🎉

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Philly Reading Coaches Annual Culminating Celebration!

Students, families, teachers, site-staff, and community partners from 10 program sites came together to celebrate a year of literacy growth! Throughout the event, K-3 students showcased their progress and growing confidence as readers, while Philly Young Playwrights actors brought student-written stories to life through special performances.

The celebration also recognized the dedication of site staff, program aides, and community partners who help make this work possible. Families explored a Scholastic Book Fair, connected with literacy resources, and joined Read by 4th's efforts to advocate for every child's right to read.

Special thanks to all our volunteers helping Philadelphia's children build strong literacy skills!

Stronger summer, stronger you. 💜 Teens 14–19 get free gym access now through Aug 31. Sign up your teen today at

Free Summer Gym Membership for Teens | Planet Fitness Calling all teens: Join us in Summer 2026! Planet Fitness is offering a free summer membership for high school students. Get the High School Summer Pass.

Looking for summer activities for your child? ☀️

Philadelphia OST is currently accepting applications for rising 1st through 12th grade students.

With more than 100 FREE summer programs available across the city, youth can enjoy safe, fun, and engaging experiences led by qualified professionals. Many programs include meals, field trips, and opportunities to learn, explore, and make new friends throughout the summer.

✔️ FREE summer programming
✔️ For rising 1st-12th grade students
✔️ Meals and field trips included

Space is limited, and Summer Achievers applications close July 3.

Find a program near you and apply today:
https://phila.gov/ost

📅 SAVE THE DATE!

Every summer, Philadelphia youth can enjoy FREE meals and snacks while school is out! Join us on Tuesday, June 23, for a Summer Meals Kick-Off Celebration in partnership with , , , and !
Youth are invited to enjoy fun activities, games, community resources, special guest appearances, and a free meal for youth!

⏰ 4 p.m. – 6 p.m.
📍Tustin Recreation Center (5901 W. Columbia Ave., Philadelphia, PA 19151)

Hope to see you there! 🎉

We’re hiring Juvenile Detention Counselor Trainees!

Join us for a hiring event THIS SATURDAY at the Philadelphia Juvenile Justice Services Center to apply and interview on-site.

Please bring:
✅ Valid ID
✅ Resume (encouraged, not required)
✅ College transcript (official or unofficial)

If you’re passionate about working with youth and want to start a career with the City, this is for you.

🗓 Saturday, May 9
⏰ 9 a.m. – 1 p.m.
📍 91 N. 48th St.

Registration is encouraged, but not required.
🔗 https://ow.ly/EKXh50YVbB3