Philly Truce

As of October 3, 2026, 130 homicides had been reported in Philadelphia.

It’s easy to look at a declining number and stop there. But violence prevention asks us to look earlier.

What happens before a shooting? Where can conflict be interrupted? Who already has the trust to reach someone? What opportunities exist before a bad decision becomes permanent?

Prevention means creating opportunities to intervene before violence happens, from conflict mediation and trusted community relationships to connecting people with resources and positive alternatives.

The number matters. So does everything that happens before someone becomes part of it.

What does prevention look like in your community?

Mission Monday

What changes when we stop asking “Who’s going to do something about it?” and start asking “What can I do?”

Our belief is that, community responsibility belongs to all of us.

That can look like checking on a young person. Sharing an opportunity. Supporting a neighbor. Speaking up before a conflict gets worse. Connecting someone to a resource. Or simply deciding that what happens on your block matters to you.

You don’t have to solve everything to take responsibility for something.

What’s one thing you can take responsibility for in your community this week?

THE PEOPLE CLOSEST
TO THE COMMUNITY
ARE PART OF THE SOLUTION.

Peace doesn’t happen by itself. It takes people willing to show up. 💙🏘️

Experience meets the next generation as Peace Patrol brings community members together across generations to create a visible, positive presence, build connections, and strengthen the neighborhoods we call home. 🕊️

Ready to take action? Join the Peace Patrol or volunteer with Philly Truce.

💙🏘️ 💙🏘️ Community members patrol the streets to show a positive presence, connect with neighbors, and help promote peace and safety. By showing up together, they help build trust, unity, and stronger neighborhoods. 🕊️

Want to be part of the movement?
Join the Peace Patrol or volunteer your time to help build safer, stronger communities.

👉Get involved. Be the presence. Build the peace.

We are thrilled to officially welcome Dr. Michael Gainer as the new Executive Director of Philly Truce! 🤝✨Dr. Gainer brings a powerful combination of leadership, vision, and a deep commitment to our mission. Together, we are ready to move the work forward, expand our impact, and build safer, stronger communities across Philadelphia. Please join us in welcoming Dr. Gainer to the team! Learn more about our mission and how to get involved at phillytruce.com.

PEACE REQUIRES PRESENCE.

Peace doesn’t happen by standing on the sidelines. It takes people willing to show up, be visible and take responsibility for what happens in their community.

On this International Day of Peace, we’re reminded that safer communities start with all of us. This is our community. We are responsible for what happens here.

Ready to join the movement? Subscribe and stay connected with Philly Truce at www.phillytruce.com

🤝 Building safer communities takes all of us. Volunteer with Philly Truce and help create positive change through service, leadership, and community connection.🌍✨

BIG THINGS ARE POSSIBLE THROUGH PARTNERSHIP.

We’re grateful for the continued support of the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office and their investment in Philly Truce.
Philadelphia DA’s Office

Every investment in this work is an investment in our communities.

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL DAY OF CHARITY.

Giving doesn’t have to start with a big number. Whether it’s 99¢ or 99 minutes of your time, every contribution helps us continue the work in our communities. This is our community, and we all have a part in what happens here.

Join our mission today. Click the link in our bio to donate 99¢ or sign up to give 99 minutes of your time.