The city says these grants are "more than a one time investment." The organizations will join a network that works with the city to provide training, networking and engagement opportunities.
"From the beginning of our administration, we have worked to end mass incarceration and address systemic racism that causes significant harm to our Black and Brown communities," Mayor Jim Kenney said in a press release. "These grants double down on our commitment to bringing about just and safe reform."
Kenney announced the news at the city's biweekly briefings on gun violence and solutions, which convenes in light of the city's gun violence epidemic. Homicides are up 33% from last year, and shootings are up 37%. Domestic violence-related homicides have doubled since last year, according to Philadelphia police data.