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Get To Know Philly: The Philadelphia Fringe Festival through the eyes of Amanda Graff!
Philly has lots to offer for both locals and tourists, but according to our very own Amanda Graff, one of its hidden gems deserves more attention: the Philadelphia Fringe Festival! A yearly celebration of contemporary performance, experimental theatre, and independent arts, the Philly Fringe brings hundreds of productions to the city throughout its month-long run….
We’re Hiring: Part-Time Bookkeeper
Part-Time Bookkeeper Location: Flexible hours; hybrid (work from home and visit office 2-3 a month); office is located in Old City, Philadelphia Status: Part-Time (8 hours per week on average)…
Tisha B’Av: The Saddest Day in Jewish History, and What It Still Teaches Us
Every year, Jews around the world observe Tisha B’Av, the ninth day of the Hebrew month of Av. It is the saddest day on the Jewish calendar, a day of…
We’re Hiring: Executive Director
Executive Director Philadelphia, PA Full-Time | Reports to the Board Chair and Executive Committee Salary: $110,000-$130,000 Ideal Start Date: December 1, 2026 About Tribe 12 Tribe 12 connects people in…
Tribe 12’s Summer 2026 Bucket List
It’s already July!! Here’s our top ten things to put on your Philly summer 2026 bucket list before it’s suddenly fall: Watch the sunset from the Schuylkill River Trail: Walk, bike,…
Introducing… Our Shabbat Exploration Series!
Shabbat is a day of rest, joy, and connection, and there are many ways to experience it. Maybe you want a break from your phone for a day, or even…
Community Resources
We know this is a challenging time for many people in our community. We want you to know that we at Tribe 12 are here with you to navigate this…
Calling all Alumni of Tribe 12/The Collaborative!
Calling all Alumni of Tribe 12/The Collaborative! We are launching an alumni Tribe, a space for alumni of our community to gather with friends old and new and stay connected to the magic of Tribe 12. Of course friends and partners of alumni are welcome to join as well! Who is an alum? You are an…
“Compromise Is Key” & Other Takeaways from our Fellowship Alumni Giving Circle
Our inaugural Fellowship Alumni Giving Circle met in the fall of 2017. Each member of the group – all alumni of the Tribe 12 Fellowship – put money into a…
Purim Events around Town
Purim is the only holiday where getting drunk is basically a mitzvah. We’re going to retell the story of Esther and Haman and you’re supposed to drink so much that…
Confessions of an Intimacy Junkie
I’m an intimacy junkie. I’ve been known to spend an entire Saturday video chatting with friends across the globe. I’m trained as a therapist, and I can never overdo it…
Do I Have Too Many Deal Breakers?
When I sit down with someone for a “matchmaking date“, one of the conversations that clocks a fair amount of time is around their deal breakers. I ask about common…
Eight Great Dates
This idea came from a Tribe 12 regular. What he pitched was a spin on speed dating where we let people know what they have in common right off the…
The Best First Date in Philly
The moment has arrived. I’m Tribe 12’s in-house matchmaker and it kinda breaks my heart to share my last, best, most perfect date idea to round out our Philly First Date Hacks…
Three More Foolproof First Dates
With a million holiday parties and cuffing season upon us, it’s definitely time for another installment of our Philly First Date Hacks series! As Tribe 12’s in-house matchmaker, it slightly…
Introducing the 2018 Tribe 12 Fellows!
Our 2018 Fellows were officially introduced to the community on Monday evening at our Welcome the Fellows Happy Hour! After a few words from our Founder & CEO, Ross Berkowitz,…
Four More Great First Dates
It’s your friendly neighborhood matchmaker again! As part of our Philly First Date Hacks series, I’m sharing my trade-secret best first dates over the course of the month. All the…