May 2026

 

Meet the GCCI Collaboration Innovation Award Winners!

The students, staff, and faculty of YCP are constantly working hand in hand to ensure exceptional student experiences and deliver impactful results across the community and a broad range of disciplines.

To celebrate those at YCP who are creating unique partnerships, the GCCI is proud to announce the student, faculty, and staff winners of the GCCI Collaboration Awards. Read more!

Education at the Edges: Why the Most Transformative Learning Happens Outside the Major

There is a quiet flaw embedded into the traditional landscape of higher education: too many institutions continue to prepare students for a world that no longer exists.

In the Interdisciplinary Assistantship, students are intentionally placed outside their academic comfort zones. Not adjacent to their field. Not loosely connected. Entirely outside. On paper, it doesn’t make sense. In practice, it changes everything. Read more!

 

Distinguished Young Women of York County

May 17, 2026 - The Pullo Center, York PA

Distinguished Young Women is a nation-wide scholarship program which recognizes and rewards outstanding young women with scholarships to further their education.

 

Pennsylvania Primary Election 

May 19, 2026

Make sure you’re registered to vote ahead of the Pennsylvania primary election!

 

Counterbalance Exhibition

Through May 23, 2026 - Marketview Arts, York PA

This dual-location exhibition is designed to shine a bright light on professional studio artists who are both grinding and thriving in York and Lancaster counties.

 

York Hiring Fair Series

May 26, 2026 - 3:00pm–5:00pm - Wellspan Park

Don't miss your opportunity to reach and meet local job seekers during the 2026 York Hiring Fair Series!

 

717 Vintage Fest

May 30-31, 2026 - York Expo Center, York Fairgrounds

717 Vintage Fest is a weekend-long vintage-only vendor market featuring unique curated clothing, accessories, home decor & more for all genders, all ages, and from all decades. 

 

YCP Summer Academy (for Middle and High School Students)

June-July, 2026

These pre-college programs offer diverse opportunities for students of all ages to dive into their passions, expand their skills, and connect with peers who share their interests. 

 

GCCI Interdisciplinary Collaboration Grants

 

Ready to turn your ideas into a new reality? 

 

Contact Us!

gcci@ycp.edu

Neighborhood Assistance Program (NAP) Grants

Application Deadline: May 29, 2026

This program is designed to encourage businesses to invest in projects which improve distressed areas.

 

York County Tourism Grant Program

2026 Round 2 Application Cycle: June 1-July 15, 2026 

This program provides financial support to initiatives deemed capable of generating broad and substantial benefit to York County tourism.  

 

Spencer Foundation - Large Research Grants on Education

Proposal Deadline: July 7, 2026

The Large Research Grants on Education Program supports education research projects that will contribute to the improvement of education.

 

From Insight to Action: Health Equity Research that Meets This Moment

Application Deadline: July 27, 2026

Health Equity Research for Action will support community-rooted, action-oriented health equity research that reflects lived realities and responds to immediate and long-term needs.

 

William T. Grant Foundation - Research Grants on Reducing Inequality

Application Deadline: July 29, 2026

This program supports research to build, test, or increase understanding of programs, policies, or practices to reduce inequality in the academic, social, behavioral, or economic outcomes of young people ages 5-25 in the United States.

 

Multimodal Transportation Fund

Application Deadline:July 31, 2026

The Multimodal Transportation Fund provides grants to encourage economic development and ensure that a safe and reliable system of transportation is available to the residents of the commonwealth.

 

Cradle of Conservation: An Environmental History of Pennsylvania

May 20, 2026 - 6:30–8:00pm - 1300 Locust Street, Philadelphia, PA

Join for a conversation with Allen Dieterich-Ward, author of Cradle of Conservation, the first comprehensive environmental history of Pennsylvania.

 

Temple University: Lunch and Learn Webinar Series

May 20, June 17, July 15, 2026 - 12:00pm–1:00pm - Zoom Meeting

Looking to secure funding but not sure where to start? Join this quick, interactive 30-minute session designed to help you build confidence and get results.

 

Engaged Scholars Initiative

Application Deadline: May 22, 2026

The ESIis a one-year, cohort-based leadership & professional development program for early-career faculty and staff.

 

Community Engagement Administrators Conference

June 10, 2026 - 9:30am–4:30pm - Elon University

This gathering allows community engagement professionals to reflect on their role and work through presentations and workshops, facilitated discussions, and networking.

 

PSSE Annual Convening: Architecting Ecosystems of Possibility

June 23, 2023 - 9:00am–3:00pm - PaTTAN Harrisburg

Join leaders from K–12, higher education, business and industry, and community organizations for the 2026 PA Statewide STEM Ecosystem (PSSE) Annual Convening.

 

Institute on Experiential Learning and Engaged Dialogue

July 14 – 17, 2026

Through expert guidance, workshops, and collaborative design, campus teams examine existing practices, identify opportunities for alignment, and build shared capacity across academic and student-affairs contexts.

 

From Silos to Synergy in Higher Education

Featuring Dr. Molly Sauder (Dean of the Graham School of Business), Paul Saikia (Asst. Dean for Athletics and Recreation), and Dr. Kay McAdams (Assistant Provost for Curriculum and General Education), this podcast episode explores organizational higher education tendencies towards compartmentalization and the challenges, complexity, and rewards of cross-campus collaborations.

Mental Health Awareness Month

May is Mental Health Awareness Month, a time to encourage the everyday moments, actions, and connections that support emotional well-being.

 

Value of Volunteer Time

This interactive map shows state-by-state data, the national value of volunteer time over the years, and ways to promote your state’s number.

 

Why Civic Discourse Is A Necessary Part Of Campus Life

This article opens a discussion regarding civic discourse on campus, exploring why political advocacy is so important.

 

The Power of Youth Service: How Service Empowers Young People

This survey, conducted by The Allstate Foundation and Gallup, finds that youth service is linked to positive outcomes in the areas of career readiness, connection and resilience.

 

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