Philadelphia, P.A. – Philly People of Hope, a grassroots mutual aid and community defense organization rooted in solidarity and direct service, has endorsed Jahmiel Jackson in the race for Pennsylvania’s 3rd Congressional District.

Founded on the principle of “Not Charity, But Solidarity,” Philly People of Hope has built a people-powered response to hunger, homelessness, and systemic neglect across Philadelphia. What began as neighbors showing up for neighbors has grown into a consistent network of responders, organizers, and advocates providing hot meals, groceries, hygiene supplies, street outreach, housing advocacy, and crisis support five days a week.

“Philly People of Hope represents what governance should look like — responsive, accountable, and rooted in the lived experience of the community,” said Jahmiel Jackson. “They don’t wait for permission to fix what’s broken. They step in, fill the gaps, and hold institutions accountable when systems fail working people. I’m honored to have their support.”

“I am not waiting my turn. And neither are the communities that have been told to wait, qualify, and survive on scraps.” Philly People of Hope has emphasized the need for leadership that centers dignity, equity, and structural reform over symbolic politics. Their endorsement signals growing grassroots momentum behind Jackson’s campaign, which is focused on affordability, housing justice, healthcare access, and rebuilding trust in public service.

“At just 24 years old, Jahmiel represents a new generation of leadership that refuses to accept systemic failure as normal,” the organization shared. “We believe in leaders who are willing to confront broken systems, not manage them.”

In the coming weeks, the campaign and Philly People of Hope will host community events, service-driven programming, and policy forums designed to organize, mobilize, and apply sustained pressure to change the status quo in Philadelphia.