Prevention Point Philadelphia

11/15/2025

The November issue of PPP's e-newsletter "To the Point" is out!

Prevention Point Philadelphia’s work is all about understanding the challenges our community faces every single day. This November, we're taking a look at a fundamental question: What is overdose prevention? For us, overdose prevention is a comprehensive strategy built on compassion, care, and showing up for people. It’s about about meeting people where they are and giving them the tools and knowledge they need to stay safe amidst an ever-changing and dangerous drug supply.

Click here to learn about our Overdose Prevention team, and so much more: https://mailchi.mp/ppponline/to-the-point-september2025-8336591

Sign up to receive "To the Point" in the lower right corner of our website: www.ppponline.org

11/14/2025

PPP’s overdose prevention work expanded significantly in FY2024-25. PPP distributed 113,571 free doses of Narcan, a 13% increase over the previous year (!), and trained 1,378 people in overdose reversal. More than 46,000 test strips for fentanyl, xylazine, benzodiazepines, and medetomidine were provided, while 402 personalized health education sessions were offered.

Learn more about PPP’s Overdose Prevention Services in our e-newsletter—“To the Point”—being sent out later today!

11/14/2025

PPP's overdose prevention work expanded significantly in FY2024-25. PPP distributed 113,571 free doses of Narcan, a 13% increase over the previous year (!), and trained 1,378 people in overdose reversal. More than 46,000 test strips for fentanyl, xylazine, benzodiazepines, and medetomidine were provided, while 402 personalized health education sessions were offered.

Learn more about PPP’s Overdose Prevention Services in our e-newsletter—“To the Point"—being sent out later today!

11/13/2025

Next week on Wed, Nov 19, PPP will host our annual Friendsgiving feast... and we need your help! PPP is looking for six volunteers to assemble warm meals and serve them to our community. The shift starts at 10 a.m. We begin serving at noon, and will continue until the food is gone. Details & registration:
https://outlook.office.com/mail/id/AAQkAGFhMGIyZjc1LWVjZjctNGFmNC1hNWY4LTNiNTM1MmE3Y2U4MAAQAGF17XezEWBDpw5AetvIC%2BA%3D

11/12/2025

PPP Womxn’s Night is tonight! We have winter jackets, boots, and clothing, as well as a delicious, homecooked meal! 5:30-8 p.m. at our main building. ✨✨

11/11/2025

Reminder that all PPP services are closed today in observance of Veterans Day with the exception of Homeless Outreach and our shelters. We will resume services as usual on Wednesday. Sending love to the many veterans in our community.

11/06/2025

Community Night is on today, 5-8 p.m. Join Larry, Carlos, and Socks For the Streets at our main building for a warm meal, clothing, wound care kits, and community.

11/05/2025

On Wednesday, November 19, PPP will host our annual Friendsgiving lunch! All guests 18+ are welcome to join us in the Love Lot for a delicious warm meal, great music, and the chance to enjoy the spirit of community. We will open at noon and serve until the food runs out! Hope to see you there.

11/03/2025

Massive thanks to Janis Weinberg Gold for this powerful letter to the editor. PPP will always step up to serve our city's most vulnerable with empathy, compassion, and evidence-based care. We are committed to meeting people where they are in life and helping them get to the next place when they're ready. We are so grateful for supporters like Janis.

11/03/2025

Thanks to these local businesses for providing free food in these desperate times. If you’re affected by the SNAP shutdown, have a look.

Your guide to local businesses offering free tacos, pretzels, pizzas, groceries, and more to help combat food insecurity.