The week of
October 20, 2026
Other Local Events and Workshops
Grant Applicant Information Session – Nov 4
Impact100 Philadelphia
Impact100’s grant application period opens on Wednesday, November 4, with applications due on November 25. Attend our Grant Applicant Information Session at noon on November 4! This lunchtime...
Philly Born, Philly Bred, and Most Importantly, Philly Led: Possibilities for Deeper Learning Because of Where We Are – Nov 11
Temple University
What can Philly teach us about deeper learning? Join renowned scholar and educator Dr. Gloria Ladson-Billings for the next Acres of Diamonds Lecture Series as she explores the possibilities for...
Webinar: What You Need to Know About Federal Changes to Pennie – Oct 28
PA Health Access Network
In July 2025, Congress passed 1, a law that will fundamentally change how Pennsylvanians access food and healthcare. As these new policies take effect, Pennsylvania Health Access Network (PHAN),...
Vote Early Day of Action – Oct 22
Office of PA State Senator Vincent Hughes
Come out and VOTE EARLY on Thursday, October 22nd, from 3PM to 6PM for a VOTE EARLY DAY OF ACTION at: 4029 Market Street 5610 Lancaster Avenue As we continue to see attacks on voting rights and...
School District of Philadelphia Parent & Family University Workshops (Virtual & In-Person) – Oct 20-22
School District of Philadelphia
Parent & Family University workshops are free and open to the public. This week’s programming includes: Tuesday, October 20 – “Calm Mornings + Connected Families = Great School...
2026 PACDC Equitable Development Conference – Nov 9
Philadelphia Association of Community Development Corporations
TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE NOW for the 2026 PACDC Equitable Development Conference, November 9, 2026, 9:00 AM to 4:30 PM, at the Annenberg Center for the Performing Arts – University of...
Read by 4th Virtual Lunch and Learn: What’s in the READ Act – Nov 5
Read by 4th
Making Sense of the New Federal Literacy Policy – A lot is changing in the world of literacy policy. The READ Act, bipartisan federal legislation designed to strengthen literacy instruction...
2026 Homes Within Reach Conference – Dec 14-16
Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania, join us as we continue to focus on programs and policies that address systemic disparities and promote the inclusion and growth of people of all backgrounds, at our 22nd annual Homes...
Junior Solar Sprint Teacher Training – Nov 7
Philadelphia Solar Energy Association
Are your students interested in solar energy? The Philadelphia Solar Energy Association (PSEA) will hold its first model solar car building training for this school year on Saturday, November 7,...
University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS): Democratic Partnerships That Improve Neighborhoods, Schools and Universities – Oct 26-27
The Netter Center
Join us in Philadelphia for “University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS): Democratic Partnerships That Improve Neighborhoods, Schools and Universities,” a free, in-person conference hosted at...
New Resources
New National Survey Results Detail Prevalence of Youth Service in America’s K-12 Schools
Youth Service America
As we begin A New Era of Youth Service in America and work towards our goal of doubling youth participation over the next 10 years, it’s important that we know where we’re starting from....
Proximity over Prestige: Community Colleges’ Hidden Civic Advantage
Forbes
Civic engagement might seem easier at a large university at first glance, but all you need is a community willing to step up and make their voices heard together. Colin Howell shares how his civic...
CITY OF PHILADELPHIA- MEDICAID CHANGES
City of Philadelphia
Dear Community Leaders, In continued partnership and with deep appreciation for the work you do every single day, I am writing to you about significant federal changes that will soon affect some...
Policy Briefing: The Child Care And Development Fund – Advancing Parental Choice, Employment, And Economic Self-Sufficiency
Urban Institute
The Child Care and Development Fund (CCDF), also known as the Child Care and Development Block Grant, is the federal–state flagship program that provides child care assistance to families with low...
Chicago Students Investigate the Impacts of Lead Poisoning in Oakland and in Their Own Community
Pulitzer Center
Catherine Yackee is a high school Social Science educator at Brooks College Prep in Chicago, IL. Yackee created the lesson plan “Using GIS To Track Lead Levels in Chicago” as a part of...
Supporting youth enrichment and well-being in West Philadelphia schools
Penn Today
Graduate student Madison McTier helps young students in local public schools improve social skills, emotional regulation, and self-advocacy through her role on the Netter Center for Community...
Realizing Penn’s Civic Mission in Practice: Perspectives from Netter Center Alumni
Netter Center for Community Partnerships
Watch the video highlights from “Realizing Penn’s Civic Mission in Practice: Perspectives from Netter Center Alumni,” Netter’s alumni panel on May 16, 2026. Speakers: Ira Harkavy,...
New Article: Community Schools History
Principal Leadership
What makes a school a community school? In this brief article for Principal Leadership, Ira Harkavy, Cory Bowman, Richard M. Gordon IV (former principal of Robeson High School and current assistant...
Partnerships Classifieds
Volunteer Program Evaluator, Philadelphia Youth Football Academy
Philadelphia Youth Football Academy
The Philadelphia Youth Football Academy (PYFA), located in the Northwest section of Philadelphia at Morris Estate Recreation Center, is a sports based youth development initiative designed to mentor...
Volunteers Needed: Out-of-School Football Coaches, Philadelphia Youth Football Academy
Philadelphia Youth Football Academy
The Philadelphia Youth Football Academy (PYFA), located in the Northwest section of Philadelphia at Morris Estate Recreation Center, is a sports based youth development initiative designed to mentor...
National Conferences & Calls for Proposal
9th Annual Black Men in Education Convening: Waitlist & Virtual Registration – Nov 13-15
The Center for Black Educator Development
Due to overwhelming demand, registration for our 9th Annual Black Men in Education Convening, November 13-15 in Philadelphia, has officially reached full capacity. To ensure as many people as...
Call for Proposals: Gulf-South Summit 2027 – Oct 30
GivePulse
The Gulf-South Summit which will be held on March 17-19, 2027 at Agnes Scott College, Decatur, GA will be Co-hosted by SLIC Georgia and GivePulse. There’s still time to submit your proposal! If...
Virginia ’26 Institute on Teaching Social Action – Nov 5-6
Bonner Foundation
We would like to invite you to apply to the registration-free Virginia ’26 Institute on Teaching Social Action on November 5-6, 2026, hosted by the Christopher Newport University in Newport...
Grant Opportunities
Grant Applicant Information Session – Nov 4
Impact100 Philadelphia
Impact100’s grant application period opens on Wednesday, November 4, with applications due on November 25. Attend our Grant Applicant Information Session at noon on November 4! This lunchtime...
2026 Small Business Advantage Grant – Mar 19
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
2026 Small Business Advantage Grant Program Now Accepting Applications The Small Business Advantage Grant provides reimbursement grants ranging from 50% to 80% of eligible project costs to...
Job Opportunities/AmeriCorps Opportunities
Development & Operations Associate, Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership – Nov 20
Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership
The Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership (TTF) is a community environmental organization dedicated to caring for our watershed and public spaces. We focus on watershed restoration, urban...
Speech and Language Specialist (Part-Time), Foundations
Foundations Inc
Foundations is a nonprofit organization committed to improving educational opportunities in schools, out-of-school time, and in communities. We are a collaborative, flexible, and professional team...
Social Media Coordinator (Part-Time), Foundations – Oct 23
Foundations Inc
Foundations, Inc. is a nonprofit organization committed to improving educational opportunities in schools, after school, and in communities. We partner with schools, districts, nonprofit...
Afterschool Instructor, The Why Project – Oct 23
The Why Project
The Why Project (TWP) is seeking energetic, creative, and youth-focused Undergraduate and Graduate Student Instructors to facilitate afterschool Digital Media Arts and STEAM workshops for middle...
Bilingual Youth Navigator (Full-Time), Esperanza
PA Career Link North Philadelphia Center
Esperanza has an immediate opening for a full-time Bilingual Youth Navigator. Esperanza is a faith-based non-profit organization committed to raising awareness and identifying resources that...
Miscellaneous
Virtual Conversation: ALL IN Fall Athletic Huddle – Oct 21
ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge
Civic leaders, are you looking to hear about how athletes can get involved this school year? Join our fall Athletic Huddle! This virtual conversation will focus on collaborative partnerships between...
Webinar: Economic Mobility Is More than Economics – Nov 11
Bridge Builder
Economic mobility is shaped by more than jobs, education, and resources. Research increasingly points to another important factor: who we are connected to. In this interactive webinar, Bridge Builder...
Bridge Builder Leadership Cohort
Bridge Builder
Bridge Builder Leadership Philadelphia is launching its inaugural cohort experience, bringing together 12 leaders across sectors, organizations, communities, and lived experiences. The Bridge Builder...
The Reagan Institute Civic Leaders Fellowship – Oct 31
Ronald Reagan Institute
The Ronald Reagan Institute has an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students! The Reagan Institute Civic Leaders Fellowship is a semester-long leadership and professional development program...
Webinar: Community Colleges as Cultivators of Civic Life – Oct 30
Campus Compact
Campus Compact is hosting a webinar with New America and Democracy Notes exploring how community colleges are charting the future of American civic engagement. Join us on Friday, October 30th from...
The Up to Us Leadership Network Fiscal Leadership Lab Informational Session – Nov 4
Campus Compact
The Up to Us Leadership Network Fiscal Leadership Lab focuses on educating the next generation of civic leaders on fiscal issues and sharpening their natural advocacy and organizing skills to drive...
Webinar: Understanding Benefit Cliffs, Worker Realities, and Policy Solutions – Oct 28
Institute for Research on Poverty
Even modest increases in household income for families receiving public benefits can sometimes result in a sudden loss of program eligibility—known as benefit cliffs—or steep benefit reductions...
Webinar: Scaling Free Speech Education on Campus – Oct 29
PEN America
As colleges and universities face intensifying debates over protests, polarization and the boundaries of academic freedom and student rights, PEN America has launched a new educational video designed...
Zoom Reading Community-Engaged Learning – Oct 28
Portland State University
A monthly reading group for all things Community-Engaged Learning (CEL)! What does recent scholarship tell us about community-engaged learning techniques and strategies? Which new ideas might we try...
Webinar: Using AI to Listen, Learn, and Act on Community Feedback – Nov 17
Stanford Social Innovation Review
Join this interactive 90-minute program from Stanford Social Innovation Review (SSIR) and Feedback Labs to explore how AI can help nonprofits and foundations listen to more people, synthesize...
Democratic Engagement
Virtual Conversation: ALL IN Fall Athletic Huddle – Oct 21
ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge
Civic leaders, are you looking to hear about how athletes can get involved this school year? Join our fall Athletic Huddle! This virtual conversation will focus on collaborative partnerships between...
The Reagan Institute Civic Leaders Fellowship – Oct 31
Ronald Reagan Institute
The Ronald Reagan Institute has an exciting opportunity for undergraduate students! The Reagan Institute Civic Leaders Fellowship is a semester-long leadership and professional development program...
Vote Early Day of Action – Oct 22
Office of PA State Senator Vincent Hughes
Come out and VOTE EARLY on Thursday, October 22nd, from 3PM to 6PM for a VOTE EARLY DAY OF ACTION at: 4029 Market Street 5610 Lancaster Avenue As we continue to see attacks on voting rights and...
Faculty Updates
Webinar: Community Colleges as Cultivators of Civic Life – Oct 30
Campus Compact
Campus Compact is hosting a webinar with New America and Democracy Notes exploring how community colleges are charting the future of American civic engagement. Join us on Friday, October 30th from...
Call for Proposals: Gulf-South Summit 2027 – Oct 30
GivePulse
The Gulf-South Summit which will be held on March 17-19, 2027 at Agnes Scott College, Decatur, GA will be Co-hosted by SLIC Georgia and GivePulse. There’s still time to submit your proposal! If...
Zoom Reading Community-Engaged Learning – Oct 28
Portland State University
A monthly reading group for all things Community-Engaged Learning (CEL)! What does recent scholarship tell us about community-engaged learning techniques and strategies? Which new ideas might we try...
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