August 11, 2026
Other Local Events and Workshops
The Common Good Lecture: Dr. Kwame Anthony Appiah – The Ethics of Belonging: Identity, Dialogue and Democratic Life – Sep 29
Join us as we hear from one of America’s leading public philosophers, Dr. Kwame Anthony Appiah, as he discusses the broader civic and ethical responsibilities of living in a pluralistic society....
Nonprofit Financial Storytelling Workshop – Sep 10
Join us for an engaging and practical workshop designed exclusively for nonprofit leaders and board members. In today’s environment, organizations must do more than manage their finances-they...
Public Speaking Workshop, Project HOME – Apply by Aug 24
The Public Speaking workshop is 100% free, in-person, and for adults of all ages; Option 1 Monday, August 31 and Tuesday, September 1 (two days) 10:30 am—12:30 pm (two hours a day) Option 2...
Bottoms Up toddler Care Free Resource Fair – Sep 26
It Takes a Village Housing invites you to attend “Bottoms Up” Toddler Care — a free community event designed to support parents and caregivers of 1–3 year olds. Event details: Date: Saturday,...
Mapping Your Impact: Fall 2026 Evaluation Planning Workshop Series and Coaching Support
Our Mapping Your Impact: Evaluation Planning Workshop Series and Coaching Support is back this fall! This series pairs interactive workshops with individualized coaching to help your team develop a...
Call for Proposals and Save the Date: University-Assisted Community Schools (UACS): Democratic Partnerships That Improve Neighborhoods, Schools, and Universities – Oct 26 & 27
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...
Webinar: Best Practices for Assisting with Public Benefits Applications – Aug 12
In July 2025, Congress passed , a law that will fundamentally change how Pennsylvanians access food and healthcare. As these new policies take effect, PHAN, Community Legal Services, The Pennsylvania...
Hybrid Event: Gender Minorities in the Sciences Panel – Sep 16
The Academy of Natural Sciences of Drexel University and the Science History Institute are hosting the second Gender Minorities in Science Panel. During this panel, speakers will share their...
Project HOME: Goal Setting and Vision Boarding Training – Apply by Aug 24
The Project HOME Adult Education and Employment program offers Goal Setting and Vision Boarding Training: 100% free In-person For adults of all ages Dates and Times: Option 1 Monday, August 31 and...
New Resources
Philadelphia City Council Food & Nutrition Security Task Force Report
The Food & Nutrition Security Task Force (FNSTF) was convened by Philadelphia City Council through Resolution #240125-A to develop actionable, equity-centered solutions to food insecurity. After...
The Collaborative Podcast Stories from Here to Everywhere: Cultural Humility
In episode 5 of Stories from here to everywhere, our hosts dive deep into a core value of the Collaborative, cultural humility. They offer a working definition that centers lifelong reflection,...
Community Engagement Outcomes and Measurements
The following questions were posed on the Higher Education – Service Learning (HE-SL) listserv: Has anyone put together a review/compilation of recent research on outcomes of student community...
Eco-Explainer: What is Environmental Justice?
You’ve seen environmental justice come under fire. But what does the term mean? Here are the basics of what it is – and why it matters now more than ever. Environmental justice is a term that...
National Conferences & Calls for Proposal
AAC&U Advancing Public Trust Leadership Institute (Hybrid) – Jan 22 – Jun 25
In recent years, American confidence in and support for higher education has declined sharply. This erosion of public trust has created new urgency for colleges and universities to demonstrate their...
Grant Opportunities
higher education, healthcare, humanities and the arts – Aug 31
Grants to support higher education, healthcare, humanities and the arts in Pennsylvania and Connecticut Deadline: August 31, 2026 Ray and Carole Neag were visionary philanthropists over decades,...
partnerships to reduce inequality in youth outcomes – Sep 9
Grants for institutional partnerships to reduce inequality in youth outcomes Deadline: September 9, 2026 The Institutional Challenge Grant supports university-based research institutes, schools, and...
National Governors Association Launches “Service United”
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore, the new chair of the National Governors Association launched his signature initiative, “Service United,” with $10 million in philanthropic support from The Andrew...
Campus Compact 2026 Election Rapid Response Mini-Grants – Apply by Aug 21
Election seasons are among the most powerful opportunities higher education has to engage students and communities in civic life. The Election Rapid Response Mini-Grant Program offers $500-$5,000 in...
Request for Proposals: Innovative Postsecondary Models Fund – Apply by Sep 14
The Innovative Postsecondary Models (IPM) Fund seeks proposals from organizations operating innovative postsecondary education models that are rethinking how education is designed, delivered,...
2027-2028 Transform Mid-Atlantic AmeriCorps VISTA Grant Program (Anti-Poverty Project) – Aug 21
Transform Mid-Atlantic (TMA) is currently welcoming concept papers from colleges, universities, and nonprofits seeking to establish anti-poverty projects on their campuses or in their surrounding...
Job Opportunities/AmeriCorps Opportunities
Chief Program Officer, Broad Street Love
Broad Street Love is seeking an experienced, visionary Chief Program Officer (CPO) to lead the organization’s largest division and help shape the future of our mission. As a member of the Executive...
University Community Collaborative 2026-2027 Internship Programs for High School Students
Apply now to join VOICES, POWER, and POPPYN for the 2026 to 2027 school year. The school year program is a paid internship where youth will build their collective power through civic engagement while...
Part-Time University-Based Liaison, Temple Partnership Schools Network
The Temple Partnership Schools Network (TPSN) at the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) advances educational equity and community well-being by supporting cradle-to-career pathways...
Part-Time School-Based Liaison, Temple Partnership Schools Network
The Temple Partnership Schools Network (TPSN) at the College of Education and Human Development (CEHD) advances educational equity and community well-being by supporting cradle-to-career pathways...
Part-Time After-school Site Assistant, Temple University
The Part-Time After-school Site Assistant will work alongside the After-School Site Coordinator to facilitate enrichment programming for elementary students across the grandfamilies and kinship...
Employer Partnerships Lead, Power Corps PHL
The Employer Partnerships Lead will play a crucial leadership role in guiding PowerCorpsPHL participants and alumni toward successful and sustainable careers. This position is responsible for the...
Chief Strategy Advancement Officer, Free Library of Philadelphia
We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Strategy Advancement Officer to lead our organization’s strategic initiatives and drive sustainable growth. This executive-level role requires a...
Director of Development, Baker Industries
Baker Industries is a Philadelphia-based nonprofit with 46 years of innovation in workforce development. We provide job training and employment opportunities for adults facing significant barriers to...
Miscellaneous
Virtual Event: Defending American Democracy – Sep 14
The Defining Democracy series is made up of three parts that will equip educators with resources and strategies for exploring the theme of American democracy in their classrooms and communities and...
Zoom Event: IGNITE: Igniting Civic Leadership Through Service-Learning – Aug 12
This is the moment to IGNITE your service-learning practice. Born out of years of research and practice, IGNITE is the National Youth Leadership Council’s (NYLC) newest service-learning cycle,...
Webinar: Supporting Campuses as they Prepare for the 2026 Midterm Elections – Aug 26
Thinking about how else to prepare for the fall election season? Join ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge, Campus Compact, and the Students Learn Students Vote Coalition for a webinar on August 26 at...
Webinar: Rethinking Social Change Through Norm Design – Sep 22
Some of society’s most entrenched problems persist not because people consciously resist change, but because invisible social norms quietly reinforce the durability of the status quo. What if...
Webinar Series: Fair Trade Learning Community of Practice – Aug 21
The Community-Based Global Learning Collaborative (“the Collaborative”) is a network of educational institutions and community organizations that advances community-based global learning and...
Webinar: Community-Based Global Learning Collaborative 101 – Aug 28
Whether you are new to the Community-Based Global Learning Collaborative (CBGL) and interested in learning more about our signature activities, or a long-time member who is curious what is happening...
Who’s your green hero? SustainPHL Nominations are Open – Aug 19
SustainPHL 2026 nominations are open — Green Philly’s sustainability awards, Philly’s Green Oscars, minus the red carpet and plus an open bar. The form takes about five minutes. No...
Wohlreich Junior Fellows Program
The Wohlreich Junior Fellows program is a nine-month after-school program for high-school students interested in science, technology, and medicine. The College’s more than 1,000 Fellows connect...
Hosting a College or Career Event? Submit it to PhillyGoes2College Citywide Calendar
In an effort to capture more college and career events for the city of Philadelphia in one place the On Time High School Graduation Action Team, part of the College Access and Success Ecosystem...
College Success Network
PHEAA Webinar: Deep Dive into Covering the Gap – May 19
It’s crunch time. The semester bill has arrived—and the deadline to pay is approaching quickly. The bill’s format may look different from the financial aid offer you received earlier, and you...
I AM PHL 2026 Contest & Student Summit – May 2
Now in its fifth consecutive year running, I AM PHL 2026 Contest & Student Summit, presented by PhillyGoes2College (powered by PEF) in partnership with Wawa Welcome America and sponsored...
Hosting a College or Career Event? Submit it to PhillyGoes2College Citywide Calendar
In an effort to capture more college and career events for the city of Philadelphia in one place the On Time High School Graduation Action Team, part of the College Access and Success Ecosystem...
Faculty Updates
Webinar: Addressing Wicked Issues: Climate Hope – Apr 30
This is the final session in the webinar series, Addressing Wicked Issues: Our Climate and Our Health. Featuring Rose Pasquarello Beauchamp, this session will provide a high-level understanding and...
Dissertation Dish Webinar Recording: Anti-Racist Community Engagement Among White Faculty: An Emergent Model
Abstract: In an era when acknowledging race and diversity is viewed with hostility, researching and understanding more about that which fosters anti-racist practice and racial justice in community...
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