ULGP
NEWS

A safe, accessible home is the foundation for independence and dignity. Accessibility modifications and the Pennsylvania and Philadelphia programs that help fund them.

With the Mayor's $2B H.O.M.E. plan and our Philly5000 partnership, the Urban League helps families turn a housing moment into homeownership.

It is the moment when you are ready to move forward, but something stands in the way. A denied application. A call that never comes back. A door that should open, but does not. For many individuals and families across Philadelphia, that moment is not temporary. It becomes a pattern.

Renting a home is often seen as temporary, but the rights that come with it are anything but. For many people, renting is a long-term reality, yet too many renters sign agreements or accept conditions without fully understanding the protections the law provides. Knowing your basic renters’ rights can help you avoid disputes, protect your finances, and ensure your home remains safe and livable.

The Urban League of Greater Philadelphia (ULGP) is urging federal and state lawmakers to immediately end the government shutdown and pass Pennsylvania’s long-delayed budget, citing serious consequences for families, schools, and community programs across the Greater Philadelphia region.