City of Philadelphia

Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity Services Open a safe and affordable bank account Get free financial counseling Get free help applying for public benefits What we do The Office of Community Empowerment and Opportunity (CEO) is the Community Action Agency (CAA) for Philadelphia. As a CAA since 1964, our agency has a unique role in promoting racial equity, greater financial stability, and self-sufficiency for the city’s most vulnerable populations. Our ultimate goal is to ensure that all Philadelphians can share in the city’s prosperous future, regardless of race or where they were born. We advocate for, invest in, and hold gatherings around programs, policies, and initiatives that advance: Benefits access. Financial empowerment. Housing security. Workforce development. As a CAA, our agency awards grant funding to organizations that serve thousands of Philadelphians each year. We also support and coordinate with other City agencies and institutions with similar goals. Connect Address 1617 JFK Blvd. Suite 1800 Philadelphia, PA 19103 Email ceoinfo@phila.gov Phone Phone: (215) 685-3600 Social Facebook Twitter Youtube channel Engaging the community Equitable Community Engagement Toolkit Learn how to collaborate with community members in an equitable way. Explore the toolkit Posts Post Expanding access to the Child Tax Credit in Philadelphia April 10, 2025 Post How to connect with a Same Day Work & Pay opportunity January 25, 2024 Post Shared Safety’s Strategic Plan: The Serve Philadelphia VISTA Impact March 4, 2026 See all posts