Universal Companies

Welcome to Universal Companies! We're rebuilding communities through education.

02/15/2022

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Virtual Recruitment Fair - Universal Family of Schools | Hopin 02/26/2021

Are you interested in teaching K-12? Universal Family of Schools will be hosting a Virtual Recruitment Event on March 11, 2021 at 6pm. Learn about our 7 amazing charter schools with on-the-spot interviews. We are offering a $5000 Bonus to Special Education Teachers including competitive salaries and benefits. Register Today! For more information email [email protected].

Register Here: https://hopin.com/events/virtual-recruitment-fair-universal-family-of-schools

Our Schools: https://www.universalfamilyofschools.org/our-schools/

Virtual Recruitment Fair - Universal Family of Schools | Hopin The Universal Education mission is to provide a rich and high quality education for every scholar to prepare them for college, technical school, entrepreneurship that leads to a sustainable career in the 21st century and build altruistic alumni who...

02/07/2020
02/07/2020

UNIVERSAL COMPANIES AND THE WELLNESS OF YOU
INVITE MEN OF ALL AGES TO COME AND JOIN US AT THE
23RD ANNUAL WELLNESS FOR MEN ONLY!
PLEASE RSVP BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/23rd-annual-mens-breakfast-for-men-tickets-89234377425

23rd Annual Men's Breakfast for Men 02/07/2020

UNIVERSAL COMPANIES AND THE WELLNESS OF YOU
INVITE MEN OF ALL AGES TO COME AND JOIN US AT THE
23RD ANNUAL WELLNESS FOR MEN ONLY!
PLEASE RSVP BY CLICKING THE LINK BELOW:

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/23rd-annual-mens-breakfast-for-men-tickets-89234377425

23rd Annual Men's Breakfast for Men This Breakfast is for MEN ONLY! Free Health Screenings, Special Guest Speakers, Lectures & Resources, and Of Course FREE FOOD! Come Join Us!

06/11/2019

With our mission to improve communities and change lives, we strive to provide a rich and high quality education for scholars across the city of Philadelphia; preparing them for college, technical school, and entrepreneurship’s that lead to a sustainable career in the 21st century.

We are proud to announce that we are ready to expand ! For more information on how to apply please visit our website at www.universalfamilyofschools.org/career-opportunities

06/11/2019

With our mission to improve communities and change lives, we strive to provide a rich and high quality education for scholars across the city of Philadelphia; preparing them for college, technical school, and entrepreneurship’s that lead to a sustainable career in the 21st century.

We are proud to announce that we are ready to expand ! For more information on how to apply please visit our website at www.universalfamilyofschools.org/career-opportunities .

Nonprofit Organization, Philadelphia, PA 03/30/2019

Universal Companies is hiring. We are hosting a Teacher Recruitment Fair on Saturday, March 30th from 9am to 12 pm at Universal Audenreid Charter School, 3301 Tasker Street. Onsite interviews with potential hire for immediate vacancies for the remaining school year and the upcoming 2019/2020 school year. Positions include: Teachers: K-12, Special Ed (AS, ES, LS), STEM, and ELL. Interested candidates should bring multiple resumes, portfolio, and teacher certification. . For more information contact me via email at [email protected]., Attn. Ms. Crystal Knight, Human Resources Director.

Visit our website at www.universalcompanies.org.

Nonprofit Organization, Philadelphia, PA Universal Companies is a nonprofit organization in Philadelphia, PA that provides several educational opportunities. Our goal is to challenge and reverse urban decline by giving the community a chance at higher education and better employment openings. Contact us today for more information.

01/30/2019

Universal Family of Schools Principals and Superintendent, Dr. Penny Nixon receiving an award for 3 years of student growth. Congratulations!

(Pictured from left to right) Alcorn Elementary Principal Aaron Starke, Universal Alcorn Middle Years Principal Sheila Mallory and Universal Vare Principal, Universal Superintendent, Dr. Penny Nixon and Chadwick Antonio

01/30/2019

Congratulations to Universal Alcorn and Universal Vare Charter School's for being awarded by The Philadelphia School District for 3 years of student growth!! We are proud of you!

01/30/2019

Don't miss the 22nd Annual Wellness Breakfast for Men Sunday, March 10th 2019 from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm. Special Guest Speakers, Lectures and Resources, Health Screenings, Continental Breakfast! Reserve your seat now at ucmensbreakfast.eventbrite.com

Photos from Universal Companies's post 01/24/2019

22nd Annual Wellness Breakfast for Men | Sunday, March 10, 2019 | 9:00 am-1:00 pm | Audenried Charter High School 3301 Tasker Street Philadelphia PA 19145
-Special Guest Speakers
-Health Screenings
-Lectures & Resources Specific to Male Health
-Continental Breakfast

RSVP @ ucmensbreakfast.eventbrite.com

01/22/2019

22nd Annual Wellness Breakfast for Men, Sunday, March 10th 2019 9:00 am - 1:00 pm @ Universal Audenried Charter High School. Special Guest Speakers, Continental Breakfast, Health Screenings, Lectures and Resources. Men of all ages welcome! To RSVP go to ucmensbreakfast.eventbrite.com

01/18/2019

Calling all fathers, sons, uncles, brothers, neighbors & friends! Universal Companies and the Wellness of You are preparing for the 22nd Annual Wellness Breakfast for Men held on Sunday, March 10, 2019. 9:00 am-1:00 pm @ Universal Audenried Charter High School. Men of all ages welcomed to attend! Reserve your seat now at ucmensbreakfast.eventbrite.com

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Masjidullah Early Child Care Academy & Laborers' Local 332, thank you for your sponsorship. Without sponsors like you we could not have such a successful event!

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Thank you Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency & SRW, for being a part of our amazing sponsor list this year.

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Each year we can count on the Greater Philadelphia Health Action, Inc. & SUPRA Office Solutions, Inc. to support An Evening of Style & Grace! They’re just two of our many great sponsors.

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Thank you SugarHouse Casino for your continued support!

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AmeriHealth Caritas, thank you for supporting each year. We hope the fashion show blew you away.

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Thank you to our many Event VIP Sponsors. We hope you enjoyed your gift bags!

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Duane Morris, another great supporter! Also thank you to Robert Archie for presenting Robert Bogle, of the Philadelphia Tribune, with our 2018 Universal Community Service Award.

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Thank you to one of our repeat sponsors PECO! They always make sure to support the community by supporting us.

Photos from Universal Companies's post 11/29/2018

At this year's Style and Grace event, Universal Companies will honor Anna C. Verna, Councilwoman Jannie L. Blackwell, and Robert W. Bogle with our 2018 Universal Community Service Award, for their outstanding leadership, service, and dedication to improving Philadelphia communities.

Congratulations to our Honorees!

For tickets to the "An Evening of Style and Grace" Fashion Show Fundraiser: https://bit.ly/2S3yzEL

11/28/2018

Just a few more days before our "An Evening of Style and Grace" event! Get Tickets: https://bit.ly/2S3yzEL

Mike Jerrick and Alex Holley of Fox 29's Good Day Philadelphia, will host the event on at 6:00pm on December 6th at Universal Audenried High School featuring:

Bernard Hopkins, World Champion Boxer
Cherri Gregg, KYW
Rick Williams, ABC
Rosemary Connors, NBC
Brittney Shipp, NBC
Dray Clark, NBC
Shonda McClain, Philadelphia Tribune

For more information about our event, visit www.universalfashionshow.org, or contact Sonni King at [email protected], or call: 267-703-8024.

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Tickets and Sponsorship are still available! Don't wait, visit UniversalFashionShow.org for more information on how you can attend this year's An Evening of Style & Grace Fashion Show!

11/27/2018

Mike Jerrick and Alex Holley of Fox 29's Good Day Philadelphia, will host "An Evening of Style and Grace" on at 6:00pm on December 6th at Universal Audenried High School.

Special Guest Models include:

Bernard Hopkins, World Champion Boxer
Cherri Gregg, KYW
Rick Williams, ABC
Rosemary Connors, NBC
Brittney Shipp, NBC
Dray Clark, NBC
Shonda McClain, Philadelphia Tribune

GET TICKETS --> https://bit.ly/2S3yzEL

Using fashion to benefit Philadelphia's youth: 'We have to support our children' 11/26/2018

Using fashion to benefit Philadelphia's youth: 'We have to support our children'

Event Tickets: https://bit.ly/2S3yzEL

Using fashion to benefit Philadelphia's youth: 'We have to support our children' PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) -- The countdown is on for a fashion event that looks to be an evening of style and grace, all while changing the lives of Philadelphia youth."We have to support our children," said Fatimah Gamble.

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Thank you to Comcast NBCUniversal for being one of our many sponsors for An Evening of Style & Grace Fashion Show. It’s not to late to purchase, visit https://zurl.co/eZPj for more information.

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About Universal Companies

Universal Companies is a non-profit education management and development organization formed under the efforts and direction of Kenneth Gamble, world-renowned music writer, producer and founder and CEO of Philadelphia International Records. Mr. Gamble has been credited for being a pioneer in the development of soul/rhythm and blues music in America. Since 1960, Mr. Gamble has written, produced, and recorded more than 3,000 songs performed by numerous artists and is credited as the creator of “The Sound of Philadelphia (TSOP).”

Since its inception in 1993, Universal has built the capacity to challenge and reverse the effects of urban decline, which include: economic and social disinvestments; poor quality housing; lack of job opportunities; high crime levels; poor quality of education, and an overall poor quality of life.

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