Impact Stories
Setting Up Shop Through VIP
May 2020
Thanks in part to a team of VIP volunteers, Neighborhood Ramen has established itself as a Philadelphia staple.
Thanks in part to a team of VIP volunteers, Neighborhood Ramen has established itself as a Philadelphia staple.
This is a story about a pro bono case in small claims court. But it’s a lot more than that. It’s a story of a damaged human trying to survive.
“I kind of struck gold with Anthony. He would say, ‘whatever you need help with, just ask me.’”
Essie Corbitt needed a photo ID to obtain a “delayed” birth certificate, but was told she needed a birth certificate to obtain a photo ID...
In September 2015, Gladys was living in and caring for the property when she learned it was in danger of being sold...
“I needed help with the incorporation and 501(c)(3),” Mack said. “It is an overwhelming and confusing process for someone who has never done this before."
Wanda’s health began to fail, and in 2016 she was diagnosed with stage-four kidney disease. Still, the pair was hopeful.