Our goal is to unite the Black Student Unions (BSUs) across the Northeast Pennsylvania (NEPA) region, fostering a sense of community, solidarity, and collective action among students. By bringing together these organizations, we aim to create a platform where Black students can collaborate, share resources, and engage in meaningful dialogue around issues that impact their communities. This initiative will serve […]
Funding campaign has begun Download pitch deck Affordable housing plays a critical role in alleviating childhood poverty, which is a fundamental issue affecting future generations. Research indicates that when children are able to relocate to neighborhoods with lower poverty rates, they tend to experience significantly better economic outcomes as adults. This transition is vital, as it not only provides immediate […]
Each year, we will selected a Black Student Union (BSU) through a competitive grant process, with the stipulation that a portion of these funds be dedicated to creating programs specifically designed for students within the NEPAPAC space. This initiative not only empowers BSUs to address the unique needs and interests of local youth but also fosters a spirit of innovation […]
Many funders have made a real effort to prioritize diversity, equity (DEI), and inclusion in their grantmaking practices, but how translates can vary widely. Grantmakers are looking to one another to share effective practices and case studies. This kind of sharing offers up valuable insights into their successes and failures to incorporate DEI values more fully into their organizational practices. […]
This grant opportunity is available for environmental justice communities who want to start a community garden in their area. What constitutes a community garden? Any piece of land that can be accessed and tended by the public. What can the funds be used for? Funds can be used to buy seeds, tools, equipment and more. Funds can also be used […]