Greetings!
This month, we’re excited to roll-out our refreshed newsletter format, now with a clickable table of contents! Under “In This Edition” to the right, you can quickly navigate to the updates, events, and resources most relevant to you.
Our goal is to make it easier than ever to stay connected with what’s happening across the region. From Collaborative learning opportunities to community highlights, advocacy efforts, and upcoming trainings, we hope this format helps you find exactly what you need to strengthen your work and impact.
Lastly, a reminder: The information in this newsletter comes from you—please continue to send your events and updates to Nicole Engle to be included in next month’s edition.
Warmly,
Kristyn DiDominick
Executive Director
In This Edition
Reflection
A reflection for today:
“Break the mold! Have the biggest vision you can. If you can’t dream it, it cannot occur!”
– Judy Baca, Portrait by Rafael López, 2021
Learn more about Latina artists, and celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month here!
Coming Up at the Collaborative
Join us for October’s workshops!
This month, our trainings and events are all about Building Power, Equity, and Connection. With events designed to unite voices, advance equity, and drive real impact, there’s something for every changemaker, leader, and community advocate.
Collaborative Connections
- Wed., Oct. 8
- 4:00-5:30pm
- The Welcome Project PA, Hatboro
Bucks-Mont Trauma Coalition
- Fri., October 10
- 9:00-10:30am
- Zoom
What’s On Your Ballot & How PA Courts Work
- Tues., Oct. 14
- 12:00-1:30pm
- Zoom
- Presented by Committee of Seventy
Navigating Rapid Federal Immigration Policy Changes: ACLU-PA Update
- Wed., Oct. 15
- 12:00-1:15pm
- Zoom
Advocacy Essentials for Nonprofit Boards
- Wed., Oct. 15
- 6:00-7:30pm
- Colmar, PA (Dinner Included!)
Trauma 102
- Wed., Oct. 22
- 10:00am-12:00pm
- Zoom
BoardMatch 2025
- Wed., Oct. 29
- 3:30-6:00pm
- Norristown (In-person)
Coming Soon
Have More Productive Conversations with Individual Donors | C3 Training
- Wed., Nov. 5
- 10:00-11:30am
- Zoom
November Membership Meeting | The Power of the Pause
- Tues., Nov. 11
- 10:00am-12:00pm
- Gwynedd Mercy University
Trauma 103: Recognizing Vicarious & Secondary Trauma for Professionals
- Thurs., Nov. 13
- 10:00-12:00pm
- Zoom
ICE Rapid Response Training
- Fri., Nov. 14
- 9:30-10:30am
- 2506 N Broad St., Colmar, PA 19438
Religious Diversity in Our Lives and Workplaces
- Thurs., Nov. 20
- 10:00-11:30am
- Zoom
In the Community
Advocacy
PA House Democratic Policy Committee Attainable Housing Roundtable
Last month, our Advocacy Coordinator Correne Kristiansen testified before the PA House Democratic Policy Committee about the urgent need for more attainable housing in Bucks and Montgomery Counties—housing for the one in four households who earn too much for assistance but still can’t make ends meet.
She shared powerful stories from our members and reminded legislators: “When families, seniors, and young workers can’t afford to live here, it weakens our schools, our workforce, and the very fabric of our communities.”
Read the full roundtable testimony here.
Want to Get Involved?
Join the Collaborative Action Network (CAN)! Contact Correne at [email protected] to learn more and sign-up. CAN meets the second Wednesday monthly from 10:00-11:15am on Zoom.
SNAP Program Changes | VNA Community Services Resources
Stay connected and informed about SNAP changes, with the new PA Department of Human Services SNAP site, including information, videos and resources on work requirements! Visit here. On this site, you’ll find all the new timelines, and the reporting forms.
SNAP Work Rules | Quick Guide for Advocates
Campaign for Trauma Informed Policy and Practice: 2 Calls to Action!
Urge Congress to support #CMWRA: The Community Mental Wellness & Resilience Act is a bipartisan bill that tackles the nation’s mental health crisis by addressing the extensive community trauma caused by natural disasters. CTIPP is proud to support this legislation and launch an advocacy campaign and toolkit. Please urge your representatives to support the bill.
Protect Addiction Science Funding: This urgent appeal highlights how proposed cuts in the Reconciliation Bill threaten funding for the NIH, CDC, and SAMHSA, which support critical addiction research, overdose prevention, and community-based treatment programs. Readers will learn about the tangible economic and public health consequences of reducing federal investment in substance use disorder services, with a clear message that every dollar spent on these programs yields measurable returns in lives saved and reduced healthcare costs.
Childcare & Education
Access Services |Foster Care Information Session
- Wed., October 15
- 6:00 – 6:30 pm
- Online, Hosted by Access Services
- Register Here
If you have ever considered becoming a foster parent, join us for this free information session to learn more about the difference you can make in the life of a child and the process of becoming a foster parent! You will have the opportunity to get answers to any questions you may have as well.
Breaking the Bully Cycle | A CGRC Bully Prevention Event
- Wed., Oct. 29
- 6:00-8:00 pm
- The Kelly Center, Havertown
- Register Here!
Social Justice Initiative | Understanding the Challenge: How Do Services to Fathers Get Integrated into Child Welfare Practice
- Wed., Oct. 29
- Philadelphia
- More Details to Follow
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) Free Hybrid Infant Massage Classes | Share this resource with parents, caregivers, and families who may benefit. Grandparents, siblings, and extended family are welcome to join!
- 1st Friday of each month – October 2025 through June 2026
- 10:30am – 12:00pm
- Disilvestro Playground, South Philadelphia Rec Center, or Virtual
- RSVP: [email protected]
or call 215-590-5043
Laurel House & Victims Services Center | Shifting Spaces Art Contest Call for Student Artists Do you know a student looking to help in the fight against domestic violence? The Shifting Spaces Art Show is an opportunity to spread positive messaging about healthy relationships and influence friends, family, and more to value respect, safety, and trust in relationships. The deadline to sign up is Monday, January 12, 2026 and the showcase will be on February 26! Submit your art here!
Lakeside Trauma Certification for Early Childhood
This is a three-part series that empowers early learning professionals with valuable insights and healing-centered approaches, designed to inspire new ways of understanding and responding to children’s behaviors and needs. Participants will gain foundational knowledge of trauma-informed care, key concepts and evidence-based practices. Learn more and sign up!
- ECE 111 (2 hours): Trauma-Informed Early Childhood Education Basics
- ECE 112 (2 hours): Trauma-Informed Child Development
- ECE 113 (2 hours): Trauma-Informed Self-Care and Wellness
KidsPeace: Diagnostic Program Overview
When a child or teen is in crisis, timely and compassionate care can make all the difference. The KidsPeace Diagnostic Program provides individualized, staff-secure, 24-hour psychiatric care for youth in need of diagnostic evaluations, shelter services or residential treatment. The program is designed to stabilize and support youth facing emotional, behavioral and social challenges. Services include psychiatric evaluations, individual/group/family therapy, educational programming, recreational activities, and medication management. The program emphasizes safety, emotional regulation, and resilience-building through structure therapeutic approaches. Youth participate in daily community meetings to foster self-awareness, goal setting, and emotional support. Learn more!
JFCS Camp Mariposa Program
Camp Mariposa is a free, year-round program for youth ages 9-12 impacted by substance abuse in their families. Scan the flyer QR code or click here to learn more!
Victim Services Center of Montgomery County | Education and Self Advocacy Program. Learn more.
Victim Services Center of Montgomery County | Free counseling available for parents an caregivers of children & teens who are the victim of crime. Learn more.
Victim Services Center of Montgomery County | School-Based Education. Learn more.
Victim Services Center of Montgomery County | Child Abuse Treatment Program. Learn more.
Food, Housing, & Financial Resources
Norristown Hospitality Center | Key Dates Coming Up!
- Mobile Recovery Clinic: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29
- Legal Aid: October 9, 27
- HIV/STI Testing: October 14
- Friday Lunch: October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31
- Laundry Services (by appointment): October 2, 16
Join Access Services for the fourth event in their Answering the Call Townhall Series! All are welcome in this conversation, regardless of attending previous sessions.
- When: Fri., Oct. 10, from 9:00-11:00am
- Where: Online via Zoom
- Sign up here
Topics of discussion will include move-in assistance and stability once inside. Join this conversation!
Land Banks and Tax Delinquent Properties – Opportunities, Challenges, and Best Practices | Housing Alliance of PA
- Thurs., October 16
- 12:00-1:00pm
- Register Here
Landsdale Code Blue Shelter Brochure
Inglis Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania (SDHP) advocates for accessible, affordable, and integrated housing opportunities for individuals with disabilities. Please visit their website to learn more: Self-Determination Housing of Pennsylvania (SDHP) | Inglis!
Advocates for the Homeless of Upper Bucks (AHUB) | Code Blue Shelter Sign-Up Form
Upper Bucks Code Blue Ministry of Advocates for the Homeless of Upper Bucks (AHUB) provides a warm bed and hot meal to unhoused neighbors in Upper Bucks County on cold winter nights from November 15 to April 15. Join this incredible team of volunteers! Learn more here.
The Home Modifications for Independence (HMI) Program assists homeowners and renters in remaining independent by making grant-funded home modifications. This program caters to individuals with various disabilities, those living with traumatic spinal cord injuries, and older adults. To learn more about HMI, visit: Home Modifications for Independence | Inglis
Martha’s Choice Marketplace and Farm | Stay connected to Martha’s Community Corner this fall with seasonal activities, fun projects, and nourishing food!
Habitat Bucks’ Free Financial Empowerment Program: Almost Home
In-person workshops will run on select Wednesday evenings from 6:15 pm–8 pm, and cover a variety of topics including: money mindset, budgeting, credit repair, and more. Learn more info and register.
Funders & Funding
Funding
MontcoWorks Talent Acquisition & Retention Funds: Round 2
A second (and final) round of ARPA funding is available for Montgomery County employers with 80 or fewer employees. The funding supports projects that help attract and retain staff. Learn more!
National Low Income Housing Coalition | Generation Housing Justice National Fellowship Program
Applications are now open for the 2025-2026 season of NLIHC’s Generation Housing Justice National Fellowship Program. This is the second season of this program, which helps to cultivate the next generation of housing justice leaders by equipping young adults between the ages of 18 and 24 with the knowledge, skills, and networks needed to drive housing policy change at the federal level. People directly impacted by housing instability or homelessness are encouraged to apply. Learn more.
Target Funding- Rapid Response Grant | Accepting Applications Now through June 30, 2026
In the spirit of FCP’s past “Target Funding” initiatives and informed by regular and ongoing interaction with nonprofits serving Bucks County, Pa., this “Rapid Response” approach aims to mitigate funding cuts and/or significant reimbursement delays at the federal and state levels. This grant is available until June 30, 2026, and may be renewed in the future at the discretion of FCP’s Board of Directors.
Applications are accepted starting September 1, 2025, until funds are depleted. Click here for full details about the Target Funding Program as well as preview and access the online application.
Thank you to the Catalyst Center for Nonprofit Management for sharing these grant opportunities!
Edna G. Kynett Memorial Foundation | Deadline: October 15, 2025
The Edna G. Kynett Memorial Foundation funds programs located in the Delaware Valley Region, including Philadelphia, Bucks, Delaware, Chester, Montgomery, Berks, and Lehigh Counties, as well as Camden County, New Jersey and New Castle County, Delaware. The Foundation currently accepts proposals in any of three broad areas: community health, professional education, and research. Learn more!
William Penn Foundation, Arts & Culture | Deadline: October 23, 2025
The Foundation seeks to support efforts that connect more Philadelphians to high-quality arts and culture experiences that reflect the cultural diversity of the region and contribute to its vibrancy. They will prioritize support for performances, exhibitions, and other arts and culture projects designed to address historic inequities of access to arts and culture experiences.
They are requesting proposals for projects up to two years in duration that will increase opportunities for people across the region to engage with a range of high-quality arts and culture experiences. This funding opportunity is for organizations with less than $750,000 in annual operating expenses. Projects should have activities beginning after February 2026. Proposed projects must focus on inclusive and equitable opportunities presented in welcoming ways to people with diverse abilities and backgrounds. After reviewing proposals WPF will conduct site visits and gather additional information from a limited number of applicants. Learn more!
Joseph Robert Foundation | Deadline: October 30, 2025
The Joseph Robert Foundation is a small Pennsylvania private foundation whose primary purposes are to provide financial support for the visual arts, animal welfare, and the environment. Their support is exclusively limited to the Mid-Atlantic region of the U.S. Learn more!
Wawa Foundation | Deadline: October 31, 2025
The Wawa Foundation provides financial grants on a local, regional and national level ensuring that our commitment extends from the local communities Wawa serves. Only registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organizations operating in Wawa’s areas are eligible to apply. Organizations must fall into The Wawa Foundation’s three key areas of focus: Health, Hunger and Everyday Heroes. Learn more!
Health & Wellness
Montgomery County Recovery Community Center | October Calendar
Micro-Plastics: How They Affect You and Our Environment
- Wed., Oct. 8
- 6:30-7:30pm
- Zoom
- RSVP to Shelly Longcoy
NAMI | New Perspectives on Lithium
- Thurs. Oct. 9
- 4:00 – 5:30pm
- Register Here
When it comes to treatments for bipolar disorder, lithium can be an encouraging option. Join for an upcoming NAMI Ask the Expert webinar. This month’s session will be a presentation and Q&A with Dr. Jonathan Meyer, a psychopharmacology expert, professor, and author. You’ll learn about: New ideas around lithium’s unique benefits; New understanding of its reproductive and renal safety; The future of lithium mimetics that may harness its core mechanism but without the adverse effects.
Be a Part of the Conversation | Family Recovery Course
- Sat. Oct. 11, 18, & 25
- 9:30am-12:00pm
- Be a Part of the Conversation O ice
16 E. Lancaster Avenue, Suite 101
Ardmore, PA 19003 - Register Here
Bucks County Recovery Simulation
- Thurs., Oct. 16
- 9:00-11:30am
- St. Luke’s Penn Foundation, Sellersville
- Informational Flyer
NAMI Montgomery County PA | Family to Family: A FREE 8-week session for family, friends, and significant others of adults with mental health conditions.
- Starts Mon., Oct. 20
- 6-30-8:30pm
- Zoom
- Register Here
Lead-Free Promise Project Annual Conference
- Tues., Oct. 21
- 8:00am-3:00pm
- St. Joe’s University in Lancaster
- Register Here
St. Luke’s | State of the Community: 2025 Community Health Needs Assessment Findings
- Tues., Oct. 21
- 2:00-3:30pm
- St. Luke’s Penn Foundation, Sellersville
- Register Here
Montco Department of Health and Human Services | Mental Health First Aid Class
- Fri., Oct. 24
- 8:30-3:30pm
- Tri-county Community Network (TCN)
- Register Here
Medication Take Back Day
- Sat., Oct. 25
- 10:00am to 2:00pm
- Location Information
Breast Cancer Awareness Month | Thank you to the Jaisohn Center/Philip Jaisohn Memorial Foundation for this information! Learn more here!
SE Regional Mental Health Service | Adult Mental Health First Aid Class
- Fri., Dec. 5
- Virtual, Blended, and In-Person at Abington Hospital
- Register Here
Bucks Human Services | Hub Fall Series
- First Wednesdays of the month
- 9:00am-4:00pm
- Levittown, PA
NAMI Montgomery County PA | Dual Diagnosis Support Group: Join this supportive community of people living with substance use disorder and a mental health condition.
- Every first and third Wednesday of the month
- 6:30pm
- Zoom
- Register Here
NAMI Montgomery County PA | Veterans Support Group: A FREE support group for veterans.
- Every first and third Wednesday of the month
- 7:30pm
- Zoom
- Register Here
Join True Colors in-person gatherings for a family-friendly evening of snacks, games, puzzles, coloring, arts and crafts, and good company!
- 4th Sundays
- 5:00-7:00pm
Learn more about their virtual support groups, which are free to attend! Donations are welcome at $5, if possible.
- Queer Chronic Illness Support Group
- Neuroqueer Support Group
- Beyond The Binary Support Group
- Queer Haven Support Group
Access Services | Mental Health Services Info Sheet
Access Services | Hope 4 Tomorrow: An Educational Program for Mental Wellness and Support. Learn more.
Liberty Resources Inc. Center for Independent Living serving Chester, Delaware, Montgomery, and Philadelphia. LRI offers various groups and events, both virtually and in person—all are welcome to attend if interested. For more information, please visit their website or touch base with Latoya Maddox, Counties Senior Independent Living Specialist. For general inquiries, call (215) 634-2000 ext. 325.
Family Services Association | Quakertown Office Flyer
Victim Services Center of Montgomery County Inc. | Free Virtual Support Groups for Survivors. Learn more.
Maternal Mental Health Hotline | New moms can experience mental health challenges during or after pregnancy. Some common signs of postpartum depression are:
- Feeling sad or hopeless most of the time.
- Having no interest in things you used to enjoy.
- Not caring for yourself as well (dressing, showering).
- Trouble focusing.
- Not managing daily chores.
- Sleeping or eating too much or too little.
Call or text the Maternal Mental Health Hotline at 833-TLC-MAMA (1-833-852-6262) for free, confidential support 24/7. Find out more here.
Buried in Treasure Support Group | This is a free and virtual workshop with plenty of slots open. Accepting inquiries here.
Powered by Transformation Board Member Recruitment | Do you have:
- Passion for community wellness and recovery?
- Experience in leadership, fundraising, or advocacy?
- Willingness to contribute time, energy, and talent?
If yes, to any of the above, then join Powered by Transformation and be part of a growing movement! Help shape the future of wellness through fitness. Collaborate with a passionate team, fueled by purpose!
Interested? Email Founder/ED, Dr. Lori Davidson at [email protected] and visit our website at pbyt.org to learn more! Together, we lift more than weights — we lift lives. One rep at a time.
Jobs & Support
Build your interfaith leadership skills | Foundations of Interfaith Leadership LIVE
In times of conflict, who will lead us? Foundations of Interfaith Leadership LIVE equips you to lead with confidence in diverse settings. Get the expertise you need to foster understanding, connection, and belonging among people of different faiths and worldviews.
- Fall 2025 (Six Live Online Sessions), 12:00-1:30pm
- Wednesdays, October 22, 29. and November 5, 12, 19, and December 3
- Learn more and join here!
MCIU JumpStart Networking Day | The MCIU will be hosting a series of events this year called the Jumpstart Series, beginning with a Networking Day on October 28th designed to connect local employers with motivated high school seniors preparing to enter the workforce and/or going to school for your industry.
On the day of, you will need to be prepared to give a 5-minute elevator pitch on your industry and organization, and why seniors should look to become a part of your work. Seniors will have their resumes and give you their elevator pitch on why they’d be a good fit for you. You will have an opportunity to connect, collect their resumes and share information with them. There will be 4 rotations of 15 minutes each during the AM and PM sessions. Sign up!
Leaders On Board | 6-week virtual nonprofit board training program
- Tuesdays, 5:30-6:45pm starting Oct. 28, 2025.
- Application Form
Directly market job openings to students at North Montco Technical Career Center | Contact Ed Trubuza with a standard flyer to display in their career center. Find students to help now, and discover long-term employees who can step into a career after graduation!
Screening, Brief Intervention, and Referral to Treatment (SBIRT) Technical Assistance Group | This recurring workgroup offers an opportunity to collaborate with peers, share best practices, and receive up to date resources to enhance your SBIRT practice. Sign up here!
Integrate for Good | Learn more about these leadership programs and opportunities for young adults with disabilities in our region!
Deep Run East ESL Classes | These classes and childcare are all FREE. Participants can join anytime. At registration, they are interviewed for the level class appropriate for their learning need. Registration information and a calendar are available here. Visit deepruneast.org to find out more on how to volunteer as well!
Job Listings
Generations of Indian Valley is looking for a Meals on Wheels Coordinator for the routes in the North Penn area. The position is 30 hours a week (8:00am to 2:00pm) with paid vacation, personal days, sick days, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a 3% SIMPLE IRA match. Great position for someone who enjoys working with volunteers and who is committed to helping the homebound in our community! Contact Doug Eschbach, Generations of Indian Valley, 259 North Second Street, Souderton, PA 18964, 215-723-5841.
One House at a Time (OHAAT) Beds for Kids Program is hiring!
Join this incredible team as their new Family Referral Coordinator or per diem, PT Delivery Team Truck Driver. Two options for meaningful impact in our community!
- Full-time Family Referral Coordinator
- Per diem Part-Time Delivery Team Truck Driver
Manna on Main Street’s Common Grounds Program is now accepting referrals and applications for their award-winning, free, 9-week foodservice training program!
Next cohort begins Monday, October 20: Classes run Monday through Thursday, 8:30am to 4:00pm.
Gain kitchen, café and life skills! All trainees will graduate with ServSafe certification, a nationally recognized industry credential that will stay with them for the rest of their careers! Learn more, share, and/or apply!
News, Reports, and Tools
News
PA Link Notice of Temporary Closure
Due to the federal government shutdown, the PA Link Service Area for Bucks, Chester & Montgomery Counties is temporarily closing. If you need immediate assistance, please avail yourself of the contact information below.
- Statewide 800 # 1-800-753-8827
- Southeast Regional Coordinator: Linda Yeomans [email protected]
- PA Link Director: Pat Lally [email protected]
Community Legal Services: New SNAP Immigrant Eligibility Rules
“Pennsylvania’s immigrant communities will soon experience the devastating impact of the federal government’s cruel budget reconciliation bill. Under the new law, the only groups eligible for SNAP will be U.S. citizens, green card holders, Cuban/Haitian entrants, and citizens of the COFA nations. Many immigrant families will no longer be able to rely on this vital program to keep food on the table.”
New applicants for SNAP will be subject to the new immigrant eligibility rules starting November 1, 2025. Learn more about the new rules and how eligible immigrants can protect their SNAP here.
Partnership TMA of Montgomery County
The Partnership TMA of Montgomery County has a new name, logo and website! Stay connected and enjoy their new site and wonderful resources. Learn more here!
Legal Update: Nonprofits Await Court Decision on Nonprofit Nonpartisanship
A federal court in Texas is expected to rule soon on a case that could impact the longstanding Johnson Amendment, a 70-year-old law that prohibits nonprofits, including religious organizations, from engaging in partisan political activity.
The pending decision involves a proposed settlement between the IRS, the National Religious Broadcasters, and two Texas churches. Multiple organizations have submitted amicus briefs in recent weeks to weigh in on the case. Read more.
How Nonprofits Are Reinventing Themselves to Meet the Moment
“In both the financial crisis and the pandemic, the government was trying to help organizations figure stuff out,” says Onuka Ibe, managing partner at La Piana Consulting, whose work involves mergers and restructuring. “In this case, uncertainty is part of the design. The way the [administration’s] changes have been rolled out, organizations don’t have time to plan or understand what’s happening or make contingencies.” Charities are now left digging deeper into scenario planning, exploring new sources of earned income, and eyeing partnerships that could help them ride out the turmoil. Read more.
“Nurturing Nonprofit Talent” by Nonprofit Hub Podcast
The nonprofit sector is struggling with a double crisis: high rates of burnout and a significant number of mid-career professionals leaving the sector because of it. In this episode of the Nonprofit Hub Podcast, Megan Kevin Bussema and Johanna Ralsten-Cox from the Collaborative Collective address this talent crisis with advice for leaders on how to nurture their staff’s wellbeing and professional development along the way. Listen to the episode.
Reports
Montco Opioid Settlements Community Survey Report
Montgomery County recently completed a community survey to gather input on how opioid settlement funds should be used. Feedback from residents, professionals, and individuals with lived experience helped guide the allocation of opioid remediation funds. Thirty-eight grant applications were approved and endorsed by the Pennsylvania Opioid Misuse and Addiction Abatement Trust (POMAAT), supporting long-term strategies to address opioid misuse. Read the full report.
Tools
Know Your District: Nonprofit Stats by Congressional District
Use a free tool powered by Candid’s data to explore nonprofits stats by congressional district and understand how policy makers’ decisions like recent funding cuts impact local communities. Explore here!
How to Craft a Winning Year-End Appeal in Challenging Times
Experts share nine tactics for running a fundraising campaign that hits revenue goals and helps you finish the year strong. Read here!
Senior Services
Medicare Fall Open Enrollment | October 15 to December 7
This is the only time of year you can:
- Join, switch, or drop Medicare Part D (prescription drug) plan
- Join, switch, or drop Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan
- Drop a Medicare Advantage plan and return to Original Medicare
Changes you make during this time will take effect on January 1, 2026.
*This does not apply to Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans. You can typically apply to change or enroll in a Medigap plan any time of year.
For more information, reach out to Bucks County Area Agency on Aging at 267-880-5700.
Wissahickon Valley Public Library | Memory Café
- Thurs., October 16
- 11:00am
- Ambler Branch
People impacted by memory issues and those caring for them are invited to the opening of Memory Café on October 16 at the Ambler Branch! Memory Café will meet once a month and provide an opportunity for people living with dementia to socialize, make new friends, enjoy refreshments and participate in a variety of activities in a safe and welcoming setting. Registration Required: Call or Text Sharon Pachler at 908-612-3883 or email [email protected].
Wellness Hub! Generations of Indian Valley
- Fri., Oct. 17
- 9:30-11:30am
Join Senator Collett and her staff for her annual fall Senior Services and Wellness Hub at Generations of Indian Valley!
This free event is a one-stop-shop for seniors with giveaways, health screenings, state services and a variety of other wellness resources geared towards older adults. Lunch will be provided for those who preregister!
Please call Sen. Collett’s office at 215-368-1429 with any questions.
SPARK Senior Centers of Montgomery County | Social Services Appointments with Social Services Coordinator, Tara Ticktin
Looking for help with Property Tax/Rent Rebates, SNAP benefits, or Medicaid applications? Do you know if you qualify for the monthly food box for seniors? Need help with the forms or understanding the mail from these programs?
Call Tara, at 215-362-7432, ext. 203 to schedule an appointment.
- Harleysville: 1st and 3rd Wednesdays, 9:30am – 2:00pm by appt.
- Lansdale: Mon., Tues., Thurs., Fri., 9:30am – 2:00pm by appt.
Prescription Assistance Eligibility | Rep. Greg Scott
Upcoming Community Events
Generative AI in Action: AI-Powered Strategies for Nonprofits
- Tues., Oct. 7
- 9:00–11:00am
- Chester County United Way
- Register Here
Back by popular demand, this hands-on workshop will explore practical ways nonprofits can use generative AI to strengthen fundraising, communications, and program strategy. Whether you’re just starting with AI or ready to take your use further, you’ll leave with tools and examples you can apply right away.
Foundations Community Partnership | Partnership YeS Luncheon
- Wed., Oct. 8
- 11:00am-1:30pm
- Register Here
PANO Legal Webinar | State Charitable Solicitation Statues: Everything You Wanted to Know but were Afraid to Ask
- Wed., Oct. 8
- 1:30 – 3:00pm
- Learn more and sign-up!
If your nonprofit raises money outside your home state, you probably need to register. Right now, 38 states and the District of Columbia require registration before you can ask for donations, and enforcement is increasing. Regulators are stepping up oversight, and nonprofits that skip registration can face significant fines and penalties.
Montgomery County Women’s Conference | Power Your Potential
- Fri., Oct. 17
- 8:00am-3:00pm
- Normandy Farm Hotel & Conference Center
- Register Here
Your Way Home | Partnering for Impact: Unlocking the Neighborhood Assistance Program
- Thurs., Oct. 23 (register by Oct.16)
- 9:00am-12:00pm
- Community Partners Center, Colmar
- Register Here
TCN Strategies for Effective Board Recruitment
- Mon., Oct. 27
- 10:00-11:30am
- Pottstown
- Register Here
Univest Insurance Lunch & Learn Series | High Risk Employee Terminations – What You Need to Know
- Thurs., Oct. 30
- 12:15 pm (ET)
- Register Here
Employment at will reality check; Ideal vs. typical supporting documentation; Having “the conversation” – dos and don’ts; Risk mitigation and fairness considerations.
AI for HR: Reality vs. Hype
- Thurs., Nov. 20
- 12:15 pm (ET)
- Register Here
Separating fact from fiction – real-world capabilities and limitations of AI in HR; High-impact use cases – actionable AI strategies; Ethical considerations and risks.
Liberty Resources Independence Ball
- Thurs., Nov. 6
- 6:00-10:00pm
- City Winery, Philadelphia
- Purchase Tickets Here
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Contact Steven T. Mack to learn more.
International Festival Foundation (IFF) Gala
- Thurs., Nov. 6
- 6:00-8:30pm
- William Penn Inn
- Register here by Oct. 30
TCN | Simplified Fundraising Planning for Small Nonprofits
- Fri., Nov. 7
- 9:30-10:30am
- TCN Offices Pottstown
- Register Here
Powered by Transformation | Monster Mayhem
- Sat., Nov. 8
- The Gym & Crossfit, Oaks, PA
- Register by Oct. 27
Fostering Hope Gala
- Sat., Nov. 8
- 6:00-10:00pm
- Radnor Valley Country Club
- Register Here
National Training Laboratories Institute (NTL) Conference: Be the Bridge
- Wed.-Thurs., Nov. 12-13
- Virtual
- Register Here
Interfaith Philadelphia | Visionary Women 2026
- Sun., Jan. 11 – Sun., May 17
- 2:00 – 5:00 pm
- Learn more and sign-up!
Visionary Women is not just a program. It’s an intergenerational experience in the Greater Philadelphia area, exploring the powerful intersections of faith, gender, race, and social justice—all while building relationships that matter.
Over five months, you’ll step inside sacred spaces, hear stories that expand your perspective, and engage in real conversations that invite both vulnerability and courage. No particular religious affiliation is required—women of every background, belief, and worldview are invited to participate.
Voting
We Vote Updates and Information | Committee of Seventy Key Dates to Know:
- Last day to register to vote: Oct 20, 2025
- Last day to request a mail-in ballot: Oct. 28 by 5:00pm
- Municipal Election Day: Nov. 4, 2025
Learn more about what’s on your ballot | C70’s 2025 Voting Guide: Be prepared this upcoming election! We to the polls on November 4th, 2025 to elect representatives at the local and state levels. Coming soon, use C70’s Interactive Voter Guide to research your ballot and get information on candidates, their campaigns and priorities, and their responses to C70’s candidate questionnaire. This guide will be live in the fall!
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