Girls Inc of Greater Philadelphia and Southern New Jersey

07/29/2026

Today, we had the honor of attending the Women’sLacrosse League Championship Kickoff, a truly historic moment for women’s sports, especially in Philadelphia. We are grateful to be invited to witness history being written.

A special thank you to the WLL for creating pathways that expand opportunities for girls and young women, and to Harlem Lacrosse for cultivating and empowering girls to not only dream big, but to take their seat at the table as future leaders, athletes, and changemakers.

The future of women’s sports is bright, and our girls belong in it. 🥍✨ We cant wait to see the game August 15,

07/23/2026

07/23/2026

🚨The July newsletter just dropped!🚨 From Philly to the FIFA World Stage, we're celebrating big moments, bold opportunities, and the people making it all happen. Don't miss this month's stories and updates. ⚽🔥
📖 Read more: https://conta.cc/4cMpzjO

07/14/2026

Today, we celebrate our CEO, Natasha Johnson,** on her first anniversary as Chief Executive Officer of Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey. ❤️

For 26 years, Natasha has helped shape the foundation and legacy of this organization. Today, she continues to lead that legacy forward as a bold, fearless leader whose vision, compassion, and unwavering belief in girls inspire all of us.

Thank you, Natasha, for leading with purpose and for empowering every girl to be **strong, smart, and bold**. Congratulations on an incredible first year as CEO—we can't wait to see what the future holds.

✨ Read Natasha's full reflection on her first year as CEO:
🔗 https://live-grla-panjorg.pantheonsite.io/ceo-one-year-anniversary/

07/04/2026

❤️🤍💙 Happy Independence Day from Girls Inc. of Greater Philadelphia & Southern New Jersey!

Today, we celebrate the freedoms that have shaped our nation while recognizing that building a brighter future requires each generation to lead with courage, compassion, and purpose.

We honor the women who have served our country, broken barriers, strengthened our communities, and inspired girls to dream bigger.✨

As you celebrate with family and friends, we wish you a safe, joyful, and meaningful Fourth of July.

❤️ Honoring the past.
🤍 Empowering the present.
💙 Building the future—one girl at a time.

07/01/2026

📢New Blog Alert: Bold Report📝
Nobody wants to say it, so we will.

In Philadelphia, 1 in 4 children lives in poverty. In Camden, 13,500+ kids needed SNAP just to eat last year.

More than half of girls show signs of depression. And youth programming is still treated as optional.

→ 57% of adolescent girls show signs of depression (CDC, 2026)
→ Philadelphia child poverty rate: 28.8%
→ Girls Inc. participants outperform matched peers in academics and leadership (American Institutes for Research)

That math has never added up.

Girls who participate in evidence-based programs like Girls Inc. show measurable gains in academics, leadership, and long-term wellbeing.

The intervention works. Evidence is not the problem. This need to be taken more seriously!

Read our data analysis and share it with a decision-maker who needs to see it. ➡️

Girls Inc. Greater Philadelphia is the evidence-based answer to a growing crisis: 57% of girls show signs of depression. Data demands action.

06/22/2026

💙 Strong Girls. Stronger Bonds. The smiles say it all.
There is something powerful about a girl hearing, "I believe in you."

This Father's Day, we celebrated the dads and father figures who provide that encouragement every day through their presence, support, and love.

Thank you for helping girls grow into the strong, smart, and bold leaders they were meant to be and reminding them that anything is possible.. ✨

05/14/2026

"When you invest in girls, we change lives or we become CEOs"- Natasha Johnson

05/06/2026

We are still in awe! The 24th Annual Strong, Smart, and Bold Celebration marked a significant milestone, raising over $230,000 and celebrating more than $1.4 million in scholarships awarded to Girls Inc. seniors. This achievement underscores the dedication of our sponsors and supporters in shaping the future of young people.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to DPR Construction and PWC, honored as our 2026 Champion for Girls Corporate Partners of the Year, and to Free People for receiving the girls choice Ignite Award. Thank you to everyone who attended and supported this impactful event. Together, we are investing in the leaders of tomorrow.

04/02/2026

Our Strong, Smart, & Bold Celebration is THIS MONTH and tickets are SELLING OUT FAST! Don't miss out on the chance to reserve your seat now for our favorite night of the year: https://girlsincpa-nj.org/celebration