Research grants on reducing inequality fund research studies that examine programs, policies, or practices to reduce inequality in the academic, social, behavioral, or economic outcomes of young people ages 5–25 in the United States, along dimensions of race, ethnicity, economic standing, sexual or gender minority status (e.g., LGBTQ+ youth), language minority status, or immigrant origins.

Our research interests center on studies that examine ways to reduce inequality in youth outcomes. We welcome descriptive studies that clarify mechanisms for reducing inequality or elucidate how or why a specific program, policy, or practice operates to reduce inequality. We also welcome intervention studies that examine attempts to reduce inequality. We invite studies from a range of disciplines, fields, and methods, and we encourage investigations into various youth-serving systems, including justice, housing, child welfare, mental health, and education.

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• Academic Achievement: Programs that build a foundation of academic competence that will help young people succeed in a competitive workforce. These include: Literacy, STEM/STEAM, Tutoring, School clothes/supplies/technology for learning, GED programs, Stay-in-school efforts, College readiness.
• Life Skills: Programs that build confidence and character in young people. These include: Mentoring, Financial literacy, After-school programs that include, academics or life skills listed here, Leadership skills, Career readiness/job skills.

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The purpose of HFFI is to support food supply chain resiliency, improve access to healthy foods in underserved areas, create and preserve quality jobs, and revitalize low-income communities by providing financial and technical assistance, either directly or through other partners and intermediaries, to eligible fresh, healthy food retailers and food retail supply chain enterprises to overcome the higher costs and initial barriers to entry in underserved areas… Grants are available for both planning stage and implementation ready projects that have a site identified and/or established site control, completed feasibility tasks, and have a timeline for opening. Technical Assistance is available for early-stage planning, predevelopment, and business assistance contractual soft costs. The HFFI FARE Fund will fund projects that create or expand the following types of business models:

• SNAP Authorized food retailers located in eligible underserved areas that will sell an assortment of Staple and Perishable foods directly to consumers
• Post-harvest food retail supply chain enterprises that will distribute Staple and Perishable foods to SNAP authorized food retailers located in eligible underserved areas

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We know that only 1 in 4 young people are regularly involved in the civic life of their communities. That means 64 million young Americans are left out of participating in our democracy.

Youth Service America (YSA) is leading a national alliance of organizations working to build A New Era of Youth Service in America. Launching during America250, the New Era of Youth Service National Strategy leverages the opportunities of this once-in-a-lifetime civic moment to focus the Nation’s K-12 schools and higher education institutions, afterschool and youth development programs, community-based and faith-based organizations, and state and local governments on creating a civic culture that builds on the progress of the last 250 years and strengthens our democracy for the next 250 years.

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As these new policies take effect, PA Health Access Network (PHAN), Community Legal Services, Clarifi, The Pennsylvania Health Law Project, and Just Harvest are coming together to convene a series of educational trainings for statewide organizations.

This training series is for organizations and staff looking to learn more about public benefits eligibility, upcoming policy changes, and how to get involved to protect access to benefits programs in Pennsylvania.

Our second training in the series will be hosted by Community Legal Services on Wednesday, July 8th at 2:00 PM and the topic will be Immigrant Access to Medical Assistance Programs.

CLS’s Maripat Pileggi and Lauren Davis will explain which immigrants might be at risk of losing MA starting October 1, 2026. They will also provide updates about the letters PA DHS will start sending in July about HR1’s new restrictions to immigrant access to MA and share tips for how to respond to those letters.

Who are these trainings for?

• Application assisters
• Social workers
• Legal aid groups
• Advocates
• Any organization or staff member looking to learn more about public benefits

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Register for the APHA Annual Meeting & Expo before early-bird rates end on July 14th.

Join the the community November 1-4 in San Antonio, Texas to:

• Meet top experts in the field
• Hear the newest public health research
• Connect with colleagues, vendors, and partners

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The tool guides academic researchers and their community partners to systematically develop tailored, community-centered outreach strategies for community-engaged research projects. The tool is publicly available on the NIH CEAL website as an interactive, downloadable PDF.

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The goal of this Research Topic is to clearly articulate meaningful implications for public health practice, systems, and policy by synthesizing existing evidence and well-reasoned analysis. It seeks to move beyond description to demonstrate how findings can inform decision-making, improve interventions, and strengthen population health outcomes. Emphasis is placed on identifying lessons that are adaptable and scalable, rather than limited to one program or context.

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This year’s theme, “Together by Design,” explores how intentional collaboration can strengthen learning and student success across higher education. The challenges facing higher education cannot be solved by individual courses, programs, educators, or institutions. These challenges require cooperation across disciplines and reporting lines, shared stewardship of resources, and strategic coordination to advance learning and strengthen institutional outcomes.

We invite you to submit a proposal that shares evidence-informed strategies, innovative practices, lessons learned, or research that can help institutions strengthen learning and student success. Whether your work focuses on teaching and learning, assessment, high-impact practices, AI, general education, student success, or career preparation, your perspective can contribute to this year’s conversation about how colleges and universities can work together by design.

Proposals are due by August 14.

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Each year, CELTS shares the story of research and community engagement at Loyola University Chicago. Loyola students, faculty, and community partners in the Chicago community and beyond, engage in research, learning, and teaching together. Please take a moment to review our annual report to celebrate the transformative work of our Loyola faculty, students, and community partners! Within the pages, it highlights 1) Loyola’s commitment to community-engaged teaching and learning through experiential learning and high-impact learning programs, 2) to engaged scholarship and research emerging from our students, faculty, and community partners, and 3) to student success and faculty development work of Loyola educators engaged in creative experiential pedagogies.

At Temple University Institutional Advancement, we believe philanthropy is a powerful force for expanding opportunity, advancing discovery, and transforming lives. We are committed to fostering a workplace that values diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging, recognizing that a broad range of perspectives strengthens our ability to engage alumni, donors, and community partners in meaningful ways.

As Temple embarks on a historic $1.5 billion comprehensive campaign in support of the University’s Forward with Purpose strategic plan, we seek talented professionals who are passionate about higher education, relationship-building, and advancing a culture of philanthropy. We welcome candidates who will contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven environment where all employees are empowered to thrive and make a lasting impact on the future of Temple University.

Reporting to the Assistant Vice President for Schools, Colleges, and Centers, the Executive Director of Development is a senior frontline fundraiser responsible for securing major and principal gifts in support of assigned academic units and institutional priorities. The Executive Director manages a selective portfolio of high-capacity prospects and executes comprehensive fundraising strategies aligned with campaign goals. Working closely with Deans, Assistant Deans of Development, faculty, and university leadership, the incumbent translates funding priorities into compelling philanthropic opportunities and advances meaningful donor engagement. The role plays a critical part in pipeline development, campaign execution, and strengthening Temple’s culture of philanthropy.

Travel disclosure: Approximately 50% of this position involves travel throughout the Philadelphia metropolitan area and targeted regions across the country to cultivate, solicit, and steward donors, engage alumni and stakeholders, and advance the university’s fundraising and strategic priorities.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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This year’s summit comes at a pivotal moment. As the United States marks its 250th anniversary and we prepare for the 2026 Midterm Elections, we’ll come together to reflect on where we’ve been, examine the challenges and opportunities of our democracy today, and equip the next generation of civic leaders with the tools to create meaningful change.

The summit begins on Tuesday, August 4, at 6:00 PM, with an Opening Ceremony that is open to the public. Friends, family members, community partners, and supporters are invited to join us for an evening of conversation and inspiration as we explore the past, present, and future of American democracy.

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This event is hosted by Justin Kiczek who serves as President of the F. M. Kirby Foundation, based in Morristown, N.J. As such, he oversees the family foundation’s grantmaking to programs in the arts and humanities, human services, environment, health, education, and public policy.  Justin worked previously at the Turrell Fund in Montclair, N.J. , first as a Program Consultant for 15 years and subsequently as Vice President of Programs, where he helped support the foundation’s efforts to improve early childhood outcomes in New Jersey and Vermont. He also has experience as an English teacher and adjunct lecturer in secondary and higher education institutions, including seven years at the all-scholarship Regis High School. As a lifelong participant in non-profit work, Justin also volunteers regularly with the Interfaith Food Pantry, Homeless Solutions, and his local PTA. He lives in Morristown, NJ with his wife and their four daughters.

Date and Time: Wednesday, July 15, 12:00–1:00 PM

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During this interactive session, you’ll learn how to:

• Strengthen communication through active listening and trust building
• Navigate challenging conversations with confidence and empathy
• Build strong relationships that lead to more positive outcomes

Whether you’re an emerging leader or an experienced professional, you’ll leave with practical tools to enhance your leadership and make a greater impact.

Date and Time: Wednesday, July 15, 12:00 – 1:00 PM 

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Compact 27 will be on June 7-9, 202y at the Intercontinental Downtown LA in Los Angeles, CA.

Our call for proposals opens in October!

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Help lead Compact27 Design & Planning: We’re seeking your help to make this the best Compact conference yet. Sign up now to contribute to Compact27 planning. We’re looking for volunteers to review session proposals or contribute to Compact27 theme development.

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Join The PA Association of Nonprofit Organizations (PANO) and our partners at The Lapin Group as we discuss the data from 2025, including some significant shifts from past years in terms of:

• how philanthropic dollars are being distributed;
• Who is receiving these funds; and
• What this could mean for current and future giving trends.

Date and Time: Wednesday, July 22 | 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM

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Deadline for submitting a Letter of Intent is August 31, 2026.

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Our programs are designed with the grantee in mind. We provide a direct path to obtain funding for organizations seeking programmatic support for STEM education at all levels. Explore our programs to find detailed eligibility and submission information. We do not expect Organizations to meet all criteria. The programs were created to provide a wide range of funding options. Organizations can meet as little as one criteria if they are able to show a unique aptitude in the development and proven outcomes of the program for which they are requesting funding.

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Young Scholars Program students can choose from a variety of courses at the undergraduate level offered by the College of Liberal and Professional Studies. Topics offered include anthropology, economics, English, math, philosophy, linguistics, psychology, and many more. Enrollment is subject to the approval of the program director, and registration in a desired course is not guaranteed. All classes are only offered in an in-person format.

Learn more and apply by August 1 for Fall 2026.

• July 15th: 21 Questions Every Adult Learner Should Ask Before Enrolling in Workforce Training or College
• July 22nd: Earning Workforce Certificates & Micro-Credentials
• July 29th: Postsecondary Pathways: Tackling Back Balances & Finishing Your Degree

All sessions are 6:00-7:00 PM.

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