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EducationWorks’ emPOWer Benefit Returns Marking the Nonprofit’s 30-Year Anniversary

On Thursday, October 13th, EducationWorks hosted its emPOWer Benefit at Philadelphia’s Fitler Club, where more than 100 community members and stakeholders came together to celebrate EWs’ 30 years of service to youth across Philadelphia and the community of staff, supporters, and industry partners that have made it possible. 6abc’s Gina Gannon served as the emcee for the evening.

The benefit event featured the presentation of emPOWer Awards to several staff members and industry partners who have been dedicated and committed to EducationWorks and its mission to provide “opportunities for learning and skills for life.”

Learn more about this year’s awardees through the videos below:

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