Impact Stories
Preventing Homelessness: Alyssa’s Family Home
January 2026
“Before my grandma died, she used to say, ‘Alyssa, do what you have to do to take care of the house.’”
“Before my grandma died, she used to say, ‘Alyssa, do what you have to do to take care of the house.’”
The Philadelphia VIP community is deeply saddened by the death of our friend and past Board President Lee Zimmerman on November 9, 2025.
"Lisa perfectly represented all that is good in the legal profession. More than her time or work product, she gave her heart to those she helped."
This article by Gregory S. Hyde and Denise E. Lynch was published in the Philadelphia Lawyer.
We celebrated our top volunteers and partners at our Annual Awards Night on May 15, 2025.
On May 15, we'll recognize Donna Brown, Gregory S. Hyde, Ryaan A. Ibtisam, Lisa Ann Zolna, Dechert, and Vanguard for their pro bono work.
Get to know Board President Chanda A. Miller and Jim Becker, George Farrell, Mark Fidanza, and Samantha Fitzpatrick.
“I wanted to be someone’s advocate on the worst day of their life.”
Desmond Connall and Damaris Walker of Ballard Spahr helped our client settle unfair late fees and move into a new space.