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Kensington Neighborhood Fire Update
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The Simple Way Community | 06.23.2007
On Wednesday, June 20, 2007, a 7-alarm fire consumed an abandoned warehouse in our Kensington neighborhood in Philadelphia. The Simple Way Community Center at 3200 Potter Street was destroyed as well as at least eight of our neighbors' homes. Over 100 people were evacuated from their homes, and 400 families are currently without power. Despite this developing tragedy, we are incredibly thankful to share that all of our community members and every one of our neighbors is safely out of harm's way.  The morning of the fire Official Fire UpdateThis fire will forever change the fabric of our community. Eight
We have established funds to support the families who have lost their homes, the Yes! And… after school program, and the Simple Way
A fund to support the families has been established through a partner organization, EAPE. Tax-deductible donations can be made at Donations to the Rebuilding Fund can be made via PayPal to contribute@awip.us. Also, read more about the June 21st fire at the Philly Metrolog or simply visit the website.
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