The week of
September 9, 2025
Other Local Events and Workshops
Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability Reception and Award Ceremony – Oct 15
Penn Libraries
The Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability reception and award ceremony, will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center. This annual...
Zoom Event: Launch of the America at 250 Civic Toolkit – Sep 17
National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center Vice President of Civic Education Julie Silverbrook will be joined by historian and author Carol Berkin and legal scholar Mary Sarah Bilder to launch the America at 250...
Hybrid Event: Exploring Trends: How Immigration Shapes Our Region – Sep 18
WHYY
The Welcoming Center and WHYY are co-hosting an in-person convening to debut The State of Immigration in Greater Philadelphia, a new report from The Welcoming Center that provides a data-based...
Hybrid Event: Born Equal: America’s Founding Promise and the Fight for Equality – Sep 16
National Constitution Center
On the eve of Constitution Day, constitutional scholar Akhil Reed Amar of Yale Law School discusses his new book, Born Equal: Remaking America’s Constitution, 1840–1920, which explores the...
Meet the Funders Virtual Workshop – Sep 25
RSVP
Join Volunteer Executive Consultants (VEC) for our annual workshop featuring an interactive panel discussion of a diverse array of area funders sharing their expertise. Panelists will offer an...
Access Engineering Fall 2025 – Apply by Oct 4
Access Engineering
What is Access Engineering? University of Pennsylvania’s engineering outreach club, dedicated to providing Philadelphia public school students with an introduction to fields of engineering. Why...
Civics Education Workshop Series, CCP – Sep 30 – Nov 18
Community College of Philadelphia
Understand how our government works, how it works for you and affects everyday life, and the rights and responsibilities of citizenship—from members of the judicial branch. Join us to gain...
Beyond the Lockdown Drills: Real Solutions for Safer Schools and Communities in Southeast PA – Sep 25
CeaseFirePA
Join CeaseFirePA for an engaging, community-powered discussion on how we can protect our kids here in Southeast PA as they head into a new school year. We’ll have a panel of teachers and...
Career Exploration Workshops, Free Library of Philadelphia
Free Library of Philadelphia
Looking for a new career path? This fall, the Philly Career Launch Career Exploration Workshop offers free sessions across Philadelphia to help you discover new careers that match your strengths and...
Zoom Event: Staying on Trend – What’s Ahead for Philanthropy – Sep 9
La Salle Nonprofit Center
As the fundraising landscape continues to evolve, nonprofits are navigating new challenges while uncovering fresh opportunities to connect with donors and drive impact. This session will explore the...
8th Annual SustainPHL – Oct 23
Green Philly
All aboard for Philly’s favorite sustainability celebration! The 8th annual SustainPHL returns on Thursday, October 23, 6:30-9:30 PM, at the Independence Seaport Museum. SustainPHL is more than an...
2025-2026 College Counseling Education Program – Sep 25
Pennsylvania Association for College Admission Counseling
There is still time to register for the College Counseling Education Program (CCEP), a professional development opportunity designed specifically for school counselors who are new to secondary school...
Third Annual Philly Girls Got Game Basketball Clinic and Resource Fair – Sep 20
Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative
The Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative will host its third annual Philly Girls Got Game Basketball Clinic and Resource Fair on Saturday, September 20, from 9 to 1 at South Philadelphia High...
2025 Commonwealth Sustainability Week – Oct 6-10
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Are you ready for Commonwealth Sustainability Week? Join us for the fifth annual Commonwealth Sustainability Week! The week’s events will feature daily webinars, each featuring subject matter...
Workshop: Unreal: Why Magical Realism Makes Sense When Nothing Else Does – Sep 18
Hungry Education
Are you exhausted by daily news that swings between baffling and horrifying? We are, too. While current powers that be may have a lockdown on the news, they cannot define reality. There are other...
People Power Media Fest 2025: Free Speech Real Talk – Oct 25
PhillyCAM
People Power Media Fest is an annual convening for independent media creators seeking inspiration. We gather diverse media makers to participate in workshops, panel discussions, and networking...
28th Annual Conference, Sisters Surviving Breast Cancer: The Power of Connection – Building Community and Finding Support – Oct 18
Women of Faith and Hope Inc
The Breast cancer nonprofit Women of Faith and Hope, Inc. will have its 28th Annual conference, The Power of Connection: Building Community and Finding Support on Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8:00 AM...
New Resources
New Report: Solar schools for Pennsylvania: Repowering education with clean energy
PennEnvironment
PennEnvironment released a study on the potential impact of solar power in Pennsylvania schools. The analysis shows that Pennsylvania school rooftops are suitable for solar, which could save...
CitizenCast Podcast: From Streets to Shelters to Stable Living
Philadelphia Citizen
The Philadelphia Citizen podcast offers spoken versions of articles, deeper dives into the political, social and cultural workings of our city, explainers on the issues of our day, interviews,...
A Philly cash assistance program is proving successful at keeping low-income renters housed
WHYY
A new study shows an experimental assistance program in Philadelphia is “dramatically” improving the housing stability of low-income renters — an encouraging outcome researchers say could help...
Metropolitan Universities journal: 2024 CUMU Conference Issue: Beyond Boundaries
Metropolitan Universities journal
This issue (Vol. 36, No. 2) showcases how our campuses are adapting to address complex societal challenges. Contributions provide examples of ways in which higher education can serve and partner with...
Out-of-school-time (OST)/STEM Programs
PA Statewide STEM Ecosystem
If you are a parent or caregiver who is interested in enrolling your child/student in out-of-school-time or STEM program opportunities, there are networks that can support that journey. The...
Partnerships Classifieds
Volunteers and Exhibitors Needed: Sun Day PHILLY – Sep 21
Sun Day, September 21st will be a day of action to accelerate the growth of solar energy. Hundreds of Sun Day events are being held across the country to celebrate the incredible success that solar...
Volunteers Needed: Historic Fair Hill’s Reading Buddy Program
Historic Fair Hill
Historic Fair Hill is looking for Reading Buddies to support our School Partners in Fairhill, North Philly. As a reading buddy, YOU can provide valuable one on one support to young readers and...
National Conferences & Calls for Proposal
2025 Peace and Justice Studies Association Conference and Pre-conference Trainings and Activities – Oct 9-12
Swarthmore College
Registration is open for the 2025 Peace and Justice Studies Association Conference being held at Swarthmore College October 9-12. You can review the exciting offerings in the program here! The...
21st Annual ISEEN Winter Institute: Justice for People and the Planet through Community Action – Jan 27-30
Independent Schools Experiential Education Network (ISEEN)
ISSEN is excited to share that priority registration is now open for their 2026 Winter Institute, taking place January 27–30, in Baltimore, Maryland. The Winter Institute is ISEEN’s flagship...
Save the Date & Initial Interest: Writing Retreat & Workshop – Institutional Narrative – Oct 30 -Nov 2
Partners for Campus-Community Engagement (PCCE)
Join us for the first in a new series of immersive writing workshops and retreats designed for community-engaged faculty and administrators. This inaugural session, held at the serene Blue Mountain...
Call for Proposals: 2025 National Student Vote Summit – Submit by Sep 15
Students Learn Students Vote Coalition
The 2025 National Student Vote Summit, hosted by the Students Learn Students Vote Coalition, will be held on November 12-14 at the University of Maryland, College Park. This year’s Summit is...
Partnership for Student Success (PSS) 2025 Higher Education Summit – Oct 24
Partnership for Student Success
The Partnership for Student Success (PSS) at the Johns Hopkins Everyone Graduates Center invites you to the 2025 Higher Education Summit. Please join us in person on Friday, October 24th, 2025 in...
Grant Opportunities
National Grassroots Organizing Program – rolling
Ben & Jerry's Foundation
Ben & Jerry’s Foundation invites applications from grassroots organizations The Ben & Jerry’s Foundation was created to fund organizations in Vermont and around the country that are...
Renewable Natural Resources Foundation – Sep 30
Renewable Natural Resources Foundation
Renewable Natural Resources Foundation issues RFP for grants program The Renewable Natural Resources Foundation (RNRF) was established as a consortium of scientific, professional, educational,...
Feet First Philly’s Public Space Enhancement Mini-Grant 2025-2026 Program – Apply by Oct 1
Feet First Philly
Feet First Philly is now accepting applications for its Public Space Enhancement Mini-Grant Program, which awards $500 to $2,000 for small, community-led projects that make neighborhoods safer and...
Information and Webinar: Coordinated Capacity Strengthening Initiative (CCSI) – Sep 16 & 18
Coordinated Capacity Strengthening Initiative
This fall, the Coordinated Capacity Strengthening Initiative (CCSI) is launching a process to select a Coordinating Organization for our long-term, collaborative effort to strengthen the nonprofit...
Request for Proposals and Webinar: Student Upward Mobility Initiative 2025 – Sep 9
Urban Institute
The Student Upward Mobility Initiative works to support students’ economic mobility by identifying the PK–12 skills and competencies that drive long-term success, especially for students from...
PA Department of Community & Economic Development CFA LSA-Statewide Program – Nov 30
PA Department of Community and Economic Development
The PA Department of Community & Economic Development (DCED) is now accepting applications for the Commonwealth Financing Authority’s (CFA) Local Share Account – Statewide Program...
Job Opportunities/AmeriCorps Opportunities
Career Development and Alumni Director, City Year
City Year Philadelphia
For the Career Development and Alumni Director role at City Year Philadelphia, we are excited to connect with candidates who are experienced and passionate about youth development for 18-25 year...
Request for Proposals: Teacher Pathway Consulting Services – Oct 17
The Philadelphia City Fund
The Philadelphia City Fund (“PCF” or “the Fund”) and the Mayor’s Office of Education seek qualified professional firms to create and strengthen articulation agreements between the Community...
SNAP-Ed Nutrition Educator 2025 – 2026 School Year, Vetri Community Partnership
Vetri Community Partnership
Vetri Community Partnership is seeking an engaging nutrition educator who will teach hands-on cooking activities, support wellness initiatives, and represent the organization at assigned school and...
Communications Associate (Part-Time), Healthy NewsWorks
Healthy Newsworks
Healthy NewsWorks is seeking a part-time Communications Associate to help tell its story and expand its reach. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of health,...
Miscellaneous
Free, Online Community Health Worker (CHW) Educational Training
West Chester University College of Health Sciences
What is a Community Health Worker (CHW)? A CHW is a trusted community member or healthcare worker who helps individuals navigate healthcare and social services. To become a certified CHW (CCHW),...
Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) Board Prep Program – Sep 17
Young Involved Philadelphia
The Young Involved Philadelphia (YIP) Board Prep Program is a leadership development program designed to prepare young professionals for non-profit board service. Participants learn directly from...
Free Virtual Workshops in Spanish for Parents and Caregivers – Sep 10,12,15,17,19,22
Literacy Partners
Back-to-school season is here, and Literacy Partners is excited to support Philadelphia families with free virtual workshops in Spanish for parents and caregivers of children ages 0–8—through our...
The Fight to Save AmeriCorps Continues – Contact Your Lawmakers
Voices for National Service
On September 2, the House Labor, Health and Human Services Appropriations Subcommittee advanced a fiscal year 2026 bill that proposes to slash AmeriCorps funding by more than 50 percent —...
La Salle Nonprofit Center Courses and Certificate Programs
La Salle Nonprofit Center
The Nonprofit Center at La Salle University is in the business of nonprofits. Our name is our mission; it’s what we do. With nearly 40 years of experience at the forefront of helping...
Zoom Event: Recentering Respect: Transatlantic Insights on Practices for Dignity and Inclusion – Sep 24
GJG Training and Consulting
As we begin a new school year, regardless of the sector we work in, it’s worth remembering that universities, at their best, are spaces for knowledge creation, innovation, and human progress. Far...
Democratic Engagement
Zoom Event: Launch of the America at 250 Civic Toolkit – Sep 17
National Constitution Center
National Constitution Center Vice President of Civic Education Julie Silverbrook will be joined by historian and author Carol Berkin and legal scholar Mary Sarah Bilder to launch the America at 250...
Call for Proposals: 2025 National Student Vote Summit – Submit by Sep 15
Students Learn Students Vote Coalition
The 2025 National Student Vote Summit, hosted by the Students Learn Students Vote Coalition, will be held on November 12-14 at the University of Maryland, College Park. This year’s Summit is...
Sustainability
Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability Reception and Award Ceremony – Oct 15
Penn Libraries
The Penn Libraries Book Prize in Sustainability reception and award ceremony, will be held on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Van Pelt-Dietrich Library Center. This annual...
8th Annual SustainPHL – Oct 23
Green Philly
All aboard for Philly’s favorite sustainability celebration! The 8th annual SustainPHL returns on Thursday, October 23, 6:30-9:30 PM, at the Independence Seaport Museum. SustainPHL is more than an...
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