Philadelphia, PA – Food shortages continue to plague many communities in and around
Philadelphia and despite progress, the city retains its dubious reputation as America’s poorest
big city.
“Today, African Americans and consumers of color do not have access to affordable
healthy food,” says the Black Farmers Co-op.
“When you combine these challenges with food insecurity, the problem is exacerbated.
Unfortunately, about one in eight neighbors nationwide goes to bed hungry or has to struggle with food
Uncertainty.”
The issues of food security and prosperity will be addressed during the Black Wealth
Community Day event on September 7 at Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School
at 7101 Paschall Avenue; 19142.
This event will feature numerous workshops on topics such as land acquisition, aquaponics,
Urban agriculture and much more.
This is a family event and parents are encouraged to bring their children. A Moon Bounce,
Games, house prizes and other activities for youth are offered.
WHAT: Black Wealth Community Day event
WHO: The Black Farmers Co-op of Philadelphia; The National Association of Real
Real Estate Brokers (NAREB); The Philadelphia Metropolitan Board of Realists
(PMBR) and the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
WHEN: Saturday, September 7
9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Southwest Leadership Academy Charter School
7101 Paschall Avenue
Philadelphia, PA 19142
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