Episcopal Community Services, Philadelphia

Today, we honor Juneteenth and a day of reflection, resilience, and celebration.

Juneteenth marks the end of slavery in the United States and serves as a powerful reminder of the ongoing pursuit of freedom, equity, and opportunity for all.

At ECS, we celebrate the strength of our communities, the contributions of Black Americans, and the work that continues to build a more just and inclusive future.

Freedom. Resilience. Joy.

💙 Thank You, Senior Wellness Works Community! 💙

Yesterday marked the conclusion of our 6-week Senior Wellness Works program, and we're filled with gratitude for everyone who joined us along the way.

Over the past six weeks, participants came together to learn, share experiences, and explore practical ways to support their health and well-being. From conversations about managing diabetes and high blood pressure to building healthier daily habits, each session was filled with meaningful discussion, encouragement, and connection.

Thank you for your participation, your openness, and the sense of community you helped create. We are inspired by your commitment to living well and supporting one another.

Here's to continuing the journey toward better health, one step, one choice, and one connection at a time.

💙 Stay well. Stay connected. Keep investing in yourself.

Food access is about more than groceries on a shelf or meals on a table.

For many individuals and families across Philadelphia, access to healthy food is directly connected to stability, wellness, dignity, and opportunity. When families have reliable access to food, they are better able to focus on work, school, health, and long-term goals.

At Episcopal Community Services (ECS Philly), our Open Choice Pantry is designed to support families with dignity while helping address food insecurity across Philadelphia communities.

Read more at: https://hubs.li/Q04lLxBT0

What does Economic Mobility look like at ECS Philly?

It looks like stability. It looks like paying rent on time, putting food on the table, finding reliable childcare, landing a better job, or saving for the future.

For many individuals and families in Philadelphia, it is about having real access to opportunities that help them move forward, not just get by.

At ECS Philly, we know economic mobility is not a single moment. It is a journey built through support, connection, and opportunity, one step at a time.

Read more at: https://hubs.ly/Q04l22dK0

Where will your kids spend the summer? Spend it with ECS Philly! Limited spots available but there’s still time to register! This summer, campers will adventure, learn, and achieve through hands‑on activities, outdoor play, enrichment, and unforgettable experiences—all in a safe and supportive environment.
Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Sign up today and give your child a summer full of discovery, growth, and fun:
Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Sign up today and give your child a summer full of discovery, growth, and fun: https://hubs.li/Q04kBQt90 (https://hubs.li/Q04kDM730)

What an incredible day of community and connection! ❤️

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 5th Annual West Philadelphia Unity Fest at ECS St. Barnabas Community Resource Center.

From family-friendly activities to community resources and meaningful conversations, the day was a celebration of the people and partnerships that make West Philadelphia strong.

A special thank you to our staff, volunteers, sponsors, vendors, community partners, and attendees who helped make this event possible.

Here's to five years of bringing our community together and many more to come.

Don’t miss it! 🚨

Join us as we celebrate 5 years of building a stronger community at the West Philadelphia Unity Fest! 🎉

Come out for great vibes, music, activities, and a full day of connection with neighbors, friends, and families. You don’t want to miss this community celebration!

📍 ECS St. Barnabas Community Resource Center
📅 June 6, 2026
⏰ 10:00 AM

Let us know you’re coming:
https://hubs.li/Q04jXhmP0

Pride Month reminds us that community, justice, and dignity matter to everyone. 🌈 We’re proud to stand in support of LGBTQ+ individuals and continue building spaces where all people can thrive.

ECS Philly was honored to attend the 210th Conference of the First Episcopal District - AME Church at Valley Forge Casino Resort, where bishops, church leaders, and community members from Bermuda, Delaware, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Western New York, and New England states gathered for four days of workshops and connection.

We were proud to host an information table and share how ECS Philly is working alongside communities through programs, services, advocacy, and volunteer opportunities that help build pathways toward stability and opportunity.

There’s still time to register for OST Summer Camp! This summer, campers will adventure, learn, and achieve through hands‑on activities, outdoor play, enrichment, and unforgettable experiences, all in a safe and supportive environment.

Spots are limited, so don’t wait! Sign up today and give your child a summer full of discovery, growth, and fun: https://hubs.li/Q04hfw6q0