Upcoming Events

Throughout the year we host a number of special events. Please join us.

  • Education First Compact Meeting
    Thursday, April 1, 2010 - 8:00am - 10:00am

    The Education First Compact meetings are aimed at helping stakeholders use their social, intellectual and political capital to leverage school improvement.

    To request an invitation to an upcoming Education First Compact meeting, please contact Brian Armstead, 215-665-1400, ext. 3332 or barmstead@philaedfund.org.

  • 2010 NCAN Regional Meeting - Philadelphia
    Thursday, April 8, 2010 - 8:00am - 3:30pm

    Join other regional college access professionals for the 2010 National College Access Network (NCAN) Regional Meeting in Philadelphia. During the meeting, attendees will have an opportunity to network, learn about NCAN updates, and discuss current topics related to college access. The cost is free for NCAN members and $50 for non-NCAN members.

    This meeting is co-hosted by the Philadelphia Education Fund's College Access Program and Graduate! Philadelphia.

    > Register now

    > Download informational flyer

    > Learn more about the National College Access Network

  • 2010 SCORE 4 SCHOLARSHIPS™ BASKETBALL TOURNAMENT AND H-O-R-S-E CONTEST
    Sunday, April 11, 2010 - 9:00am - 5:00pm

    Play 5-on-5 basketball on the floor of the historic Palestra and raise college scholarship funds for the Philadelphia Scholars Program. What an amazing way to spend a Sunday afternoon!

    Teams, players, sponsors and volunteers are needed. Want to get involved? Contact Karen Stokes at 215-665-1400, ext. 3329, or kstokes@philaedfund.org.

    > Learn more about sponsorship opportunities

  • 2010 Score 4 Scholarships™ Soiree at Marc Vetri's Osteria
    Monday, April 12, 2010 - 5:30pm - 8:00pm

    Drink a toast to all of our Score 4 Scholarships Basketball Tournament sponsors and trophy winners, and also celebrate the 20-year anniversary of the Philadelphia Scholars Program. Acclaimed chef and restaurateur Marc Vetri is once again hosting this reception, guaranteed to satisfy your palate and bring a tear of joy (or two) as you hear the amazing stories of some the scholars who have benefited from the Philadelphia Scholars Program since 1990.

    Minimum contribution: $100/person. Please RSVP to Karen Stokes, 215-665-1400, ext. 3329, or kstokes@philaedfund.org.

  • Education First Compact Meeting
    Thursday, May 6, 2010 - 8:00am - 10:00am

    The Education First Compact meetings are aimed at helping stakeholders use their social, intellectual and political capital to leverage school improvement.

    To request an invitation to an upcoming Education First Compact meeting, please contact Brian Armstead, 215-665-1400, ext. 3332 or barmstead@philaedfund.org.

  • Education First Compact Meeting
    Thursday, June 3, 2010 - 8:00am - 10:00am

    The Education First Compact meetings are aimed at helping stakeholders use their social, intellectual and political capital to leverage school improvement.

    To request an invitation to an upcoming Education First Compact meeting, please contact Brian Armstead, 215-665-1400, ext. 3332 or barmstead@philaedfund.org.

  • Celebration of Scholars
    Tuesday, June 8, 2010 - 5:30pm - 7:30pm

    Enjoy breath-taking views of Philadelphia as you toast to the 20th
    Anniversary of the Philadelphia Scholars Program! For more information, contact Karen Stokes, 215-665-1400 x3329 or kstokes@philaedfund.org.