May 2026 Newsletter

“You can choose courage, or you can choose comfort, but you cannot choose both.”

– Brene Brown

C3 | Spring Resource Roundtable

• Wed., May 6
• 10:00-11:30am
• Zoom

Trauma 107: Trauma-Informed Cultural Sensitivity and Trauma 107 Applied Learning Circle (ALC)

• Thurs., May 7 (Virtual Training) & Wed., May 13 (In-person ALC)
• 9:00-1:00pm; 10:00am-12:00pm
• Zoom & FluxSpace, Norristown

2026 Community Summit | Bold on Purpose: Leading Audaciously, Together

• • Wed., May 20, 9:30am-3:30pm (+AM Networking)
  • Gwynedd Mercy University

In just a few weeks, leaders from across the network will come together for a day of learning, connection, and bold thinking.

This year’s event features inspiring keynotes, practical breakout sessions, and purpose-driven conversations and networking.

If you haven’t registered yet, we encourage you to do so soon. Registration is almost at capacity with only a few spots left!

Trauma 108: Trauma and Racism and Trauma 108 Applied Learning Circle (ALC)

• Thurs., June 4 (Virtual Training) & Thurs., June 11 (In-person ALC)
• 9:00-1:00pm; 10:00am-12:00pm
• Zoom & FluxSpace, Norristown

In Our Own Words: Navigating Identity, Safety, and Joy in the LGBTQ Community

• Mon., June 15
• 1:00-2:30pm
• Zoom

This Mother’s Day, Flowers Aren’t Enough | A Mother’s Day of Advocacy

Maternity Care Coalition, Moms Rising, National Council of Jewish Women-Pittsburgh, New Voices for Reproductive Justice, and Planned Parenthood are asking community partners and members to come together to support policies around gender justice, maternal and child health advancement, and reproductive freedom.

This is a chance to show your support for what matters to moms or share with lawmakers what parents need to raise healthy, growing, and thriving families.

The day will consist of:

• Press Conference at 10:00am
• Legislative Meetings throughout the day
• Lunch
• Legislative Office Drop-offs

Register here and share your voice in Harrisburg!

2026 Day of Advocacy | Registration Deadline is This Friday!

• Tuesday, June 2, 9:00am-3:00pm
• PA Capitol, Harrisburg

Decisions about housing and behavioral health are happening – with or without us. But on June 2, we have a chance to be in the room, sharing our perspectives directly with legislators.

Join fellow advocates from across the region for a day of connection and action. We’ll provide the transportation, tools, and support; you bring your voice!

Housing Alliance of Pennsylvania | Lunch & Learn Webinar: Act 129 Update and Next Steps for Pennsylvania Households

Join the Housing Alliance of PA, Regional Housing Legal Services, and the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project on May 15th from 11:30am-12:30pm, for a Lunch & Learn on Pennsylvania’s Act 129 Energy Efficiency and Conservation (EE&C) program, a couple of weeks in advance of the start of the next phase of programming, which begins on June 1st.

This webinar will focus on how advocates, housing providers, and community stakeholders can stay engaged, help connect households to available benefits, and continue pushing for strong implementation that reduces energy burden for Pennsylvania families.

What will be covered:

• A brief refresher on Act 129 and why it matters
• What was accomplished during the latest round of Act 129 advocacy and review
• What to expect as the new program phase begins
• How housing providers, advocates, and community members can stay involved and help households access benefits

Sign-up here!

Committee of Seventy | May 19 Primary Information and Resources – Be Informed and Prepared!

The May 19 Primary is coming up fast! Review the Committee of Seventy’s Interactive Voter Guide to help you and your community prepare. The guide gives you a personalized look at the candidates and races on your specific ballot, so you can head to the polls feeling informed and confident. Review and explore here!

Learn more about becoming a poll worker with an information session and resources!

Strong Minds, Bright Futures | NEW Strong Minds Advocacy Council

Strong Minds, Bright Futures is launching the new Strong Minds Advocacy Council—a paid statewide leadership opportunity for young people ages 14–24. This council will work to help ensure youth voices directly shape the future of the movement and the policies they are working to advance.

Please share this opportunity with youth in your programs, schools, communities, and networks!

• Application Deadline: May 29, 2026
• Application Link
• Website Link
• Downloadable Flyer

Pottstown Regional Community Foundation| Pottstown Play Streets

• Deadline to Join: Fri., May 8
• Program Begins June 11, 5:30-7:30pm

Supported by the Pottstown Regional Community Foundation, the Play Streets Program invites the Pottstown Community to meet outside in their neighborhoods for five dates spread across the summer months.

Play Streets offers opportunities for families, friends, and neighbors to meet and play together in the wider community, with partners and sponsors providing food, fun, and information on community programming and resources to grow a healthy and happy Pottstown!

Learn more and sign up to join the Coalition and participate!

Montgomery County | Juneteenth Art and Poetry of Freedom Contest

• Submission Deadline: Fri., May 15, at 11:59pm
• Location

Montco youth creatives are encouraged to show off their skills by participating in the annual Juneteenth Art and Poetry of Freedom Contest!

Montgomery County students in K-12th grades are invited to submit original poetry or artwork that embodies the theme, “An American Story of Legacy, Promise, and Hope,” by Friday, May 15!

Learn more about the theme, prompts, and additional contest information.

Maternity Care Coalition | Navigating pregnancy, parenting, substance use, and reentry together!

• Get Support: (215) 972-0700, SELECT OPTION 2
• For pregnant people and caregivers with children ages 0-3

Maternity Care Coalition offers free supportive services to individuals, pregnant people, caregivers, and families.

• Resources for babies and children, such as clothing, diapers, toys, and cribs
• Assisting people transitioning back into the community after incarceration
• Case-management support for benefits, employment, and other needs
• Health, wellness, and recovery support
• Conveniently scheduled visits in your home or in the community

Learn more about the available resources and services Maternity Care Coalition provides on their website.

Montgomery County HHS | MontCo Support for Expectant Moms and Dads

All programs are free, regardless of insurance or immigration legal status. MECC has collaborated with local agencies to provide free programs for pregnant mothers and support for new fathers. 

If you need support, contact (888) 404-0620, email [email protected], or visit their website!

TMA Bucks | Free Bike Helmets for Kids

PA law requires everyone under the age of 12 to wear a helmet while riding a bicycle – but a helmet protects your head in a crash, so no matter your age, always wear one!

TMA Bucks Community Traffic Safety Program has provided free helmets to kids in need throughout Bucks County and has also done hundreds of helmet fittings at community events to make sure the helmets are on properly. Learn more and contact them!

NAMI in the Lobby at the HUB!

NAMI will be at the Hub for drop-in support the first and third Wednesdays beginning in May!

You can invite NAMI to your lobby! Their team will visit and provide valuable information and resources to your clients, associates, and the general public. Learn more!

NAMI Montgomery County | Dual Diagnosis Support Group

This is a free, peer-led support group for any adult who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition with a dual diagnosis. The group meets the first and third Wednesdays of the month at 6:30pm via Zoom.

Dual diagnosis, also known as co-occurring disorders, refers to the presence of both a mental health disorder and a substance use disorder in the same individual. Learn more.

Rep. Tim Brennan and State Sen. Steve Santarsiero, Hosts | Disability Resource Fair

• Thurs., May 14, 3:00-5:00pm
• Community Recreation Center, 425 Wells Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901

Hepatitis B Foundation, BCHIP, & Bucks County Immunization Coalition | Hepatitis B: Health Impacts & Vaccine Prevention

• Wed., May 20, 2:00pm
• Virtual

Join virtually for the quarterly meeting at 2:00pm (ACT 58 CE Credit Available and PA Dept. of Health Approved Program)

Email Rebecca Connor, Public Health Program Manager at BCHIP for meeting link: [email protected].

NAMI Montgomery County | New! Psychosis Caregivers Support Network

Join this virtual support group for loved ones, meeting on the first & third Thursdays of the month at 6:30pm via Zoom, starting June 4. Learn more!

NAMI Montgomery County | NAMI Family-to-Family

NAMI Family-to-Family is a free, 8-session education program for family, friends and significant others of adults with mental health conditions. The next session will start on Mon., June 8, from 6:30-8:30pm via Zoom.

Scan the QR Code to register now!

The CareerLink WOW Bus and PA State Representative Tim Brennan, 29th District | Disability Resource Fair

• Thurs., May 14, 3:00-5:00pm
• Community Recreation Center, 425 Wells Rd, Doylestown, PA 18901
• Flyer with Additional Details

The WOW will be on-site at the Community Recreation Center to assist career seekers with:

• Job search and applications
• Revising and printing resumes
• Providing interview tips
• And more!

Corporation for Supportive Housing (CSH) | Join the PA Supportive Housing Coalition Lived Expertise Council

CSH has been working to create a coalition to advance policies that can make it possible for communities across Pennsylvania to create more supportive housing and is looking to hold at least three to four virtual meetings over the next 9 months. The first meeting will take place Thursday, May 21, 6:00-7:30pm. We will also be offering an additional opportunity for individuals to participate as a liaison to the policy platform coalition’s working groups. All individuals will be compensated for their time – space is limited.

If you are interested in joining the lived expertise council meeting on 5/21/26 from 6:00-7:30pm, please contact Brian McShane at [email protected] or (856) 261-1271.

LIHEAP available through May 8!

The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) deadline is extended to May 8 to help with cold-weather utility bills. Learn more here!

Habitat Bucks | Home Interest Meetings in May

Habitat Bucks is building in Upper Bucks again! They’re holding two Home Interest Meetings in May for anyone interested in buying an affordable home in Telford (Hilltown Township).

• Wed., May 13, 6:30pm
  ONLINE via Zoom (Recorded option available following the meeting)

• Thurs., May 14, 6:30pm
  IN PERSON at Calvary Church, 820 Route 113, Souderton (Limited seating available)

To register for either meeting (one virtual, one in-person) and to request an application, please visit here.

Habitat for Humanity of Bucks County and Bucks County Housing Group | Lunch and Learn Webinar Series

• Thursdays, March-May 2026, 12:00pm-12:45pm
• Register

A biweekly series of free webinars on money habits, credit repair, budget creation, savings plans, and more.

Martha’s Choice Marketplace & Community Farm | New Food Pantry Distribution Hours

Learn more about Martha’s Choice Marketplace & Community Farm, with new food pantry distribution hours below:

• Wednesdays from 2:00pm to 6:00pm
• Thursdays from 12:00pm to 3:00pm
• Fridays from 12:00pm to 2:00pm

Property Tax/Rent Rebate Opportunity

If you are 65 or older, a widow or widower who is 50 or older, or at least 18 with a permanent disability, you might qualify for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate program for a rebate on your taxes. Click here for more information.

We love what’s happening at SPARK Senior Centers of MontCo this May!

• Harleysville | May 2026 Calendar
• Lansdale | May 2026 Calendar

Montco SAAC in Motion this May!

Visit their Ambler or Norristown locations for activities, art, programs and services! Learn more, and get involved.

• Ambler | May 2026 Calendar

• Norristown | May 2026 Calendar

Wissahickon Valley Public Library | Memory Cafe

• Thursday, May 21, 11:00am

• Ambler Library

People impacted by memory issues and those caring for them are invited to attend Memory Cafe at Ambler! These events are held once a month and provide an opportunity for people living with dementia to socialize with new friends, enjoy refreshments and participate in a variety of activities in a safe and welcoming setting.

Please register by contacting Sharon Pachler: [email protected] or 908-612-3883 (text or phone).

PA Aging Services Network | You Can Help Deliver Senior Services in Our Area

Delivering meals, being a senior companion and other roles are open to volunteers of all ages and abilities with the state Aging Services Network.

You can learn new skills and help others through these programs:

• Medicare Insurance Counseling
• Ombudsman Program
• Home-Delivered and Congregate Meals
• Senior Companion Program
• Foster Grandparent Program
• Retired Senior Volunteer Program
• Family Caregiver Support Program
• Health and Wellness
• Senior Community Centers

Find out more and apply online here.

Bucks County | Prevention Day & Wellness Fair 2026

• Wed., May 6, 10:00am-2:00pm
• Admin Building (On the Lawn, Court Street Side)

Join Bucks County Human Services Division and Bucks County Human Resources to learn more about available resources in Bucks County! View the flyer for vendor information and additional details.

Coalition4Justice | Beyond Silos: Constructive Dialogue Across Divides-Restoring Communication & Attentive Listening

Join the Coalition4Justice for their speaker series on May 11, 7:30-9:30pm! RSVP here!

In an era marked by division and entrenched viewpoints, this session explores how we can relearn the art of constructive, compassionate conversation. As people increasingly retreat into echo chambers, listening across difference has eroded—fueling polarization, divides, and loss of empathy.

This webinar invites participants to examine how acknowledging multiple truths, practicing deep listening, and engaging with empathy can help repair relationships and foster a more humane, peaceful, and safer society.

Reform Congregation Keneseth Israel | Interfaith Program – Faith Journeys: Exploring Songs and Prayers of Peace that Sustain Us

• Wed., May 13, 10:30am (Luncheon to follow program)
• 8339 Old York Road, Elkins Park, PA (Virtual option available)
• RSVP by May 8! 

Join the Women of KI-Annual Community Interfaith Program, Faith Journeys: Exploring Songs and Prayers of Peace that Sustain Us! Questions? Call (215) 887-8702

Ambler Theater | Recovery Diaries on the Big Screen

• Sun., May 17, 4:00pm
• Ambler Theatre
• Get Your Free Ticket!

Join Ambler Theater for Recovery Diaries on the Big Screen and witness eight moving stories of humans living with such mental health challenges as anxiety, depression, intrusive thoughts, and schizophrenia. After the film, there will be an in-theater Q&A with Recovery Diaries’ Executive Director Gabriel Nathan, Director Glenn Holsten, and subjects from the film!

Montgomery County | Celebrating the AANHPI Community!

This event will take place on Wednesday, May 20, at 5:30pm at Bryn Mawr Film Institute. RSVP here!

In honor of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Montgomery County is holding a special screening of the film, Seat at the Table, followed by a conversation with Commissioner Neil Makhija and special guests that honors the growing civic engagement within the AANHPI communities.

Shared Wellness | Vendors Needed for the June 27 Arts & Crafts Fair!

• Sat., June 27, 10:00am-2:00pm
• Shared Wellness, Warrington, PA
• Learn More and Reserve Your Vendor Space!

FCP | Nonprofit Growth & Emergency Grant Cycles are Available!

Emergency Grants: Awarded throughout the year, Emergency Action Grants range in value up to $10,000 to address an unanticipated reduction in public funding or a non-reimbursable catastrophic event impacting direct delivery of services. Learn more: https://fcpartnership.org/grants/emergency-action-grants/.

Nonprofit Growth Grants: Awarded throughout the year, Nonprofit Growth Grants range in value up to $10,000 to support the organizational and professional development needs of non-profit organizations. Learn more, including recommended professional development programs and tuition assistance opportunities!

Bee, Bergvall & Co. | Interim and Fractional Finance Professionals

Bee, Bergvall & Co. is pleased to offer tailored financial leadership solutions for not-for-profit organizations navigating periods of transition or change.

Seasoned financial professionals can offer support on an interim or fractional basis, while providing deep expertise and strategic guidance, ensuring your finance department maintains continuity and stability.

Whether you need support for a few months or a year, their experts provide reliable leadership to help manage critical functions and guide decision-making, keeping your organization on track until a permanent hire is in place. To learn more, please contact Liz Vibber, [email protected] or 215-343-2727.

BCOC is Hiring a Food Rescue Driver!

BCOC changes peoples’ lives and is a great place to work! To apply, please submit resume and cover letter to Portia Cooper at [email protected]. Learn more about employment and volunteer opportunities on their website! 

Laurel House is Hiring!

Laurel House is hiring for the following positions:

• Community Educator
• Counselor (Part-Time)
• Marian’s Attic Sales Associate
• Medical Advocacy Coordinator
• Relief Shelter Advocate
• Shelter Advocate (Full-Time)

Learn more about joining this amazing organization and review, share, and/or apply to the open positions!

Open Hearth Is Hiring!

The Community Resource Coordinator is responsible for developing and managing the by-name list for Chester County and ensuring all teams on Case Conferencing are giving updates for every household on the by-names-list in real-time and on the Case Conferencing meeting, which are led by the Community Resource Coordinator.

Additionally, the Community Resource Coordinator is responsible for administering the Phoenixville Area Resource Network (PARN), a monthly drop-in meeting attended by local social service agencies and interested community members on the 4th Tuesday of every month. Presentations are provided on topics relevant to the nonprofit sector, while also serving as a community forum to share agency news and updates and a networking opportunity for agencies.

Read the full job description, including salary information!

Center on Budget and Policy Priorities | Nearly 3.7 Million People at Risk of Losing Needed Rental Assistance to Harsh Time Limit and Work Requirement Proposal

… “Evidence from a range of economic and health security programs shows policies that take away assistance from people who can’t meet a work requirement or who hit an arbitrary time limit are ineffective at helping people find jobs and achieve stability and self-sufficiency. Rigorous research shows that time limits on rental assistance cause more people to become homeless compared to ongoing assistance. Imposing arbitrary time limits does nothing to tackle the root cause of housing instability that rental assistance addresses: the gap between housing costs and renters’ incomes.

Work requirements in SNAP and Medicaid have been found to take away assistance people need without increasing employment or earnings. Such restrictions fail to address the underlying barriers to finding adequate employment, such as lack of access to affordable child care and transportation. The unusually stringent 40-hour work requirement that HUD’s rule would permit would be nearly impossible for many workers to meet, since workers with low-paying jobs often have little control over their hours and only a small share are able to find jobs that guarantee 40 hours every week.[8] Better ways to enable and support work exist, including expanding child care assistance, strengthening the Earned Income Tax Credit, and promoting paid family and medical leave.” …

Read the analysis here by the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities.

Stanford Social Innovation Review | The Four Principles of a Breathing Organization

“In human services, where stress is chronic and resources are perpetually scarce, the need for structured co-regulation is even greater than in corporate settings. The question isn’t whether to have rituals that shape nervous systems—every organization already has them. The question is whether those rituals are designed for sustainable coordination or extractive efficiency.” Read More!

Building Movement Project | Security to Wellbeing Framework: Practice Guide

This offering from the Building Movement Project is based on the Security to Wellbeing Framework, created by service providers for service providers. Its goal is to create a space for providers to reflect, assess, and step into social change work.

This reflects a culmination of years of work in partnership with direct service organizations, leading work in different parts of the US, and refined through the BMP Security to Wellbeing Cohort. It is composed of four key strategies:

• Theory of Social Change
• Internal Alignment
• Client Voice
• Community Action

These strategies can help organizations become service and social change organizations. The Security to Wellbeing Framework Practice Guide creates a pathway for service organizations to better understand their relationship with social change and their inherent power to transform their communities. Explore the Practice Guide.

Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies | The Economic State of Black Women in the United States

“Ultimately, researchers say closing the substantial gaps will require more than individual achievement alone and will instead depend on policies and workplace changes that better support Black women’s economic mobility. That includes expanding access to higher-paying jobs, strengthening pay equity protections, improving access to retirement benefits, and addressing the caregiving responsibilities that often interrupt career growth.

The report also stresses the need for stronger wealth-building opportunities, such as homeownership, fair lending practices, and employer benefits, that allow Black women not just to earn a living but to build real, long-term financial stability.”

Read the report here by the Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies

Read the Philadelphia Tribune article by Kay Wicker here.

Partnership for Transportation | Share-a-Ride Commute Options

With rising gas prices, now’s the time to check out Share-a-Ride!

Sign up for Share-a-Ride trip planner to explore your commute options, including carpools, vanpools, and updated transit routes. For questions about the Share-a-Ride program, contact Lucas at [email protected]. Learn more!

National Young Farmers Coalition | Root and Bloom: Fellowship Opportunity (DEADLINE TO APPLY IS TODAY!!)

The Root and Bloom Fellowship is an advocacy and power-building educational opportunity for 25 farmers (ages 18+) across the United States.

Over 9 months, from September 2026 to June 2027, Root & Bloom fellows will meet (virtually) for bimonthly sessions that will foster relationships amongst the geographically diverse cohort, allow space to dive deep into topics like organizing, advocacy, power analysis, and more. Fellows will receive stipends for their time spent on program activities with the fellowship estimated to be a 4-6 hour per month time commitment.

The deadline to apply is May 6, 2026, at 3:00pm – Learn more!

Lakeside Early Childhood Education Series | New Cohort Beginning May 2026!

Designed to inspire new ways of understanding and responding to children’s behavior and needs. You’ll learn about:

• Foundational knowledge of trauma-informed care
• Key concepts and practical skills
• Evidence-based practices

Learn more and register!

Catalyst NPU | June 8 Conference Opportunity!

• June 8, 2026
• Bucks County Community College, Gallagher Room
  275 Swamp Rd., Newtown, PA 18940

In partnership with The Council of Southeastern PA, the Catalyst Center for Nonprofit Management is excited to once again offer Catalyst NPU!

Join this exciting half-day conference designed exclusively for nonprofit organizations and the passionate professionals who power them.

Participants may choose three of six sessions led by seasoned professionals who understand the challenges and rewards of mission-driven work, as well as the importance of high-quality training opportunities. Catalyst NPU 2026 is your opportunity to grow, connect, and leave better equipped to serve the communities you care about. Learn more.

BLBB Charitable | Training Opportunity: Leading Nonprofit Teams through Values-Aligned AI Integration

Join BLBB Charitable for a virtual training on July 28th (11:00am-12:30pm) by Compass Pro Bono entitled Leading Nonprofit Teams through Values-Aligned AI Integration. In a moment of significant pressure and uncertainty, AI offers a unique opportunity for nonprofits to sustain their impact and avoid staff burnout—if harnessed thoughtfully. But only 9% of nonprofits feel ready to adopt AI responsibly.

This session will explore what it takes to lead nonprofits teams from skepticism to enthusiastic and responsible integration of AI tools. We’ll tackle ethical questions and common misconceptions, walk through change management frameworks for sustainable adoption, and dive into live demos to spotlight best practices for use of AI in nonprofit work.

You must register by July 10th.