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“Working closely within the community has always been a dream of mine,” Jaylen says. “I am excited to be a part of PPL because I believe this organization does a great job of breaking down the cycle of poverty and putting the community first.”

“Volunteering is all about relationship building. Not only are our volunteers great for the students and participants they are working with, but that relationship is also beneficial for the volunteer.”

Over the last five years, we have implemented a holistic vision for co-creating with community: Race. Place. Policy. Centering this work are cross-organizational teams led by PPL staff; their knowledge, professional expertise, and diverse voices drive these efforts and help us refine our focus in each area.

Co-creation means walking alongside community, investing in BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color) organizations, building roots in community that create a sense of self-determination and voice for the long haul, and emphasizing the importance of ownership and wealth creation. This is equity in practice. 

Racism is pervasive in our everyday life. We know this. It is a foundation of this country built on the backs of our brothers and sisters of color. A message from PPL President & CEO, Paul Williams.

We are numb. We have been here before. Again? Our hearts are heavy as we mourn the death of George Floyd at the hands of the police.

Reflecting on thankfulness and positivity with students from PPL's Alternative High School.

"In a time of confusion and intense emotion, PPL's Office Specialist Cohort #10 has shown no fear. They've asked, 'How are we going to make great and walk away with as much information as we can?'"

Much of the world has recently changed - but one thing hasn’t: people’s homes still need repairs. Despite challenges, PPL's Maintenance team continues to come in every day with enthusiasm and commitment to PPL residents.

Although our challenges are daunting, we must remember that we still have power. Your voice and generosity matter and have helped our community weather challenging times. We are resilient because we act.