Skills USA Council

Established in 1997, the University City District is a nonprofit organization that works to increase public safety, assist commercial and rental property owners and promote University City s attractions and amenities. The organization is governed by a 25-member board and is located in Philadelphia. The University City District maintains a work force of more than 40 employees. The organization is funded by various businesses, residents and institutions. Additionally, it provides regional marketing services for restaurants and cultural venues. The University City District also designs, produces and distributes signs and banners. The organization undertakes lighting, landscaping, streetscape and transportation projects. The University City District offers public space maintenance services, such as sidewalk cleaning and graffiti removal.

Founded in 1949, Philadelphia Senior Center serves more than 8,000 senior citizens in Pennsylvania. The center is accredited by the National Institute of Senior Centers. It assists senior citizens and older adults to live healthy and active lives. Philadelphia Senior Center offers over 50 different classes and programs, including lunch and counseling services. The center also provides housing and health care assistance to clients. It maintains an art studio and offers drawing, painting and knitting classes for beginners and advanced students. Philadelphia Senior Center provides extracurricular activities, such as dancing, sewing, pottery, exercise and crafts, as well as maintains a bowling club.