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These Philly entrepreneurs were able to start businesses because they live in Philadelphia Housing Authority homes

Through an entrepreneurial fellowship program, PHA residents have been able to start and grow businesses selling vegan desserts, gourmet corn, crab balls, skin-care products, clothing, and more.

Nija Wiggins, owner of Corneey's, sells gourmet corn on the cob at a pop-up event at the Philadelphia Housing Authority's headquarters in North Philadelphia on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Wiggins was one of about 40 PHA residents the agency has helped start or grow businesses.
Nija Wiggins, owner of Corneey's, sells gourmet corn on the cob at a pop-up event at the Philadelphia Housing Authority's headquarters in North Philadelphia on Wednesday, May 15, 2024. Wiggins was one of about 40 PHA residents the agency has helped start or grow businesses.Read moreMichaelle Bond