by Nicole McGruder | Feb 5, 2026
The 5th Annual Black Perinatal Health Summit and Community Baby Shower, hosted by CocoLife Foundation, Community Hero PA, and Enon Tabernacle brings together healthcare professionals, birth workers, and community advocates to advance maternal health equity for Black and Brown families. Proceeds support essential baby supplies, postpartum resources, and community-based care for birthing people and families across the region.
by Nicole McGruder | Feb 5, 2026
About the Event Join Community Hero PA and our partner, CocoLife Foundation for a day of connection, learning, and collective action at the 5th Annual Black Perinatal Health Summit. This convening brings together clinical and non-clinical leaders committed to...
by Nicole McGruder | Feb 5, 2026
Virtual Nutrition Workshop for New & Expecting Moms Join us for a free, virtual conversation focused on practical nutrition strategies that meet you where you are—whether you’re expecting, newly postpartum, or supporting a new mom. Together, we’ll explore:...
by Nicole McGruder | Feb 5, 2026
At Community Hero PA, we believe new mothers deserve more than information—they deserve space, care, and community. Our New Moms Nutrition Circle was created to honor the lived experiences of women in the first year after birth, providing a supportive environment where mothers can connect, ask questions, and receive practical guidance that supports their health and wellbeing during the postpartum period.
by Community Hero | Sep 10, 2025 | health, Radio Show
Black Infant Mortality Crisis in Pennsylvania: Why It’s Happening and How Communities are Taking ActionBlack infant mortality has reached crisis levels in parts of Pennsylvania, with especially stark disparities in Allegheny County (Pittsburgh). Black babies are dying...
by Nicole McGruder | Jul 31, 2025 | health
Two days ago, something special happened in Philadelphia. When we opened the doors for the screening of the Ebony Canal documentary, we knew we were hosting an important event. But as I stood and looked out at the room, I saw it was something more. The room was filled...
by Nicole McGruder | Jul 2, 2025
VISIT https://communityheropa.org/ebony-canal-philly to purchase tickets. The Philadelphia screening of The Ebony Canal—an award-winning documentary narrated by Viola Davis is a powerful evening centered on the voices of Pennsylvania mothers as they confront the painful realities of Black infant mortality and importance of maternal wellness.
by Nicole McGruder | Jun 7, 2025
by Nicole McGruder | Apr 29, 2025 | Uncategorized
On April 29, 2025, community members gathered for the “Judge the Judges” forum, a collaborative event organized by Elevate 215 under the leadership of Executive Director LaTrista Webb, alongside several partner organizations including Community Hero PA, Philadelphia...
by Nicole McGruder | Apr 29, 2025 | health
Community Hero PA at the 2025 Pennsylvania Black Maternal Health Caucus Summit At Community Hero PA, our mission is to strengthen communities and advocate for equitable access to resources and well-being. Our recent attendance at the 2025 Pennsylvania Black Maternal...
