The Bonner Foundation and Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine has launched a new graduate school partnership that expands tuition‑support opportunities for Bonner students and alumni pursuing advanced degrees in public health and related health sciences. Beginning in the 2026‑2027 academic year, qualified Bonner applicants can receive a 30% scholarship for select master’s programs, helping them advance their education and impact on community health.
Heinz College’s 2026 Policy Impact Lab offers a free, three‑day immersive experience in Washington, D.C., where undergraduates and recent graduates can collaborate with policy experts, faculty, and alumni on housing‑affordability solutions. The Bonner Network partnership benefits from an application‑fee waiver and a minimum $30,000 scholarship, with additional merit‑based aid considered. Participants can join a virtual kickoff on July 14 and the in‑person event July 17‑19, gaining hands‑on policy training and networking opportunities.
Wilkes University seeks a Bonner Leader Program Coordinator to lead and expand the four‑year civic‑engagement and leadership program for undergraduate students. The role involves chairing the Bonner Advisory Board, developing outreach and recruitment strategies, designing weekly educational sessions, and mentoring up to 40 Bonner Leaders while supporting additional university service initiatives.
The Bard College Summer Voting Rights Course offers a three‑credit, online program that educates college and advanced high‑school students on voting rights and civic engagement, with tuition subsidized to $150 and limited financial assistance available. The experience includes expert speakers, workshops, and a certificate for participants who complete the coursework and civic‑engagement hours. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a preferred review deadline of May 1 and a final deadline of May 27.
The University of Pennsylvania’s School of Public Policy & Practice offers a $15,000 one-time scholarship for Bonner students, alumni, and staff enrolling in the Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership program. This opportunity includes fee waivers, a hands‑on leadership practicum, and flexible online or on‑campus formats, supporting Bonner community members in advancing their nonprofit careers.
The Fels Institute of Government at the University of Pennsylvania, in partnership with the Bonner Program, is offering eligible Bonner alumni and students a $15,000 scholarship and fee waiver for its 2027 MPA and EMPA programs. This initiative highlights Bonner’s commitment to advancing public service leadership by providing financial support and personalized admissions assistance to its community.
Bonner Foundation welcomes the Geisel School of Medicine as a new graduate partner, offering Bonner scholars, leaders, and alumni access to a range of public‑health master’s programs. Through this partnership, participants can receive a 30% tuition scholarship, explore nine specialized programs, and request a one‑year enrollment deferral to advance health equity and community well‑being. You can now watch the webinar recording to learn more.
The Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth College is hosting an information session for the Bonner community on October 13, 2026, showcasing its MPH and Health Science MS programs. The session will detail admissions, Bonner benefits through the Graduate School partnership, and graduate student life, emphasizing how Bonner alumni, staff, faculty, and students can advance their careers in health policy, research, and data‑driven innovation.
Bonner students are invited to apply to Brown University’s one‑year Master of Arts in Teaching and Master’s in Urban Education Policy programs, with a $100 application fee waiver available. The graduate programs combine rigorous coursework, certification pathways, and a nine‑month paid internship to prepare educators and policy leaders for impactful work in urban secondary schools.
The Bonner Center for Civic Engagement (CCE) at the University of Richmond seeks a Deputy Director to advance its mission by aligning programs with the CCE’s attunement framework and leading stakeholder teams. In this role, the Deputy Director will promote cross‑program collaboration, guide assessment strategies, and support the Center’s extensive community‑engagement initiatives.
The Bonner Foundation is excited to announce the 2026 Fall Bonner Congress: A National Summit for Student Leaders, taking place from Friday, October 9, to Sunday, October 11, at YMCA Blue Ridge Assembly in Black Mountain, North Carolina. Bonner Congress is a student-focused gathering of approximately 150 Bonner student representatives across the 65+ campuses in the Bonner Network, along with invited guests from national and graduate school partner organizations, alumni, and other attendees.
The Center for Modern Aging Princeton (CMAP) is hiring AmeriCorps Team Members to support older adults in the Princeton area, offering a public‑service gap‑year ideal for Bonner scholars. The role emphasizes equity, civic leadership, and community impact, with applications open now and a Nonprofit Volunteer Engagement Fair on September 14. The position is in progress, high priority, and provides hands‑on experience that aligns with Bonner’s mission of service learning.
Zero Hunger Academy is a free, self-paced online learning platform from the Congressional Hunger Center designed to strengthen advocacy and civic leadership in the movement to end hunger. Bonner Network members can explore courses on hunger basics, how anti-hunger programs work, civic engagement, and the “Food is Medicine” approach—at no cost and on a flexible schedule. Whether you’re new to the issue or building on years of service experience, the courses offer practical knowledge and tools you can apply in your community. Create a free account to get started and deepen your impact on food security and equity.
The Black Girls Govern Ambassador Program is a free, nine‑month leadership initiative aimed at empowering college students to become civic engagement representatives on their campuses and in their communities. Participants receive monthly leadership workshops, semester funding for campus events, mentorship, and the opportunity to complete two advocacy capstone projects over the 2026‑2027 academic year.
The Bonner Foundation and Dartmouth’s Geisel School of Medicine has launched a new graduate school partnership that expands tuition‑support opportunities for Bonner students and alumni pursuing advanced degrees in public health and related health sciences. Beginning in the 2026‑2027 academic year, qualified Bonner applicants can receive a 30% scholarship for select master’s programs, helping them advance their education and impact on community health.
Centre College is seeking a Bonner Coordinator. The Bonner Coordinator position is a full‑time AmeriCorps role that includes housing and a meal plan, and it focuses on mentoring approximately 60 Bonner students while managing program activities and events. The coordinator will lead civic and community engagement efforts, oversee meetings, grants, and service projects, and serve as a liaison for the Bonner Foundation.
Open Assistant Director for Civic Engagement Programs position at Davidson College. The Asst. Dir. will be responsible for developing “Engaging in Democracy” programs, coordinating signature events, and supporting student civic initiatives, while highlighting Bonner’s partnership with the Mulliss Center.
Heinz College’s 2026 Policy Impact Lab offers a free, three‑day immersive experience in Washington, D.C., where undergraduates and recent graduates can collaborate with policy experts, faculty, and alumni on housing‑affordability solutions. The Bonner Network partnership benefits from an application‑fee waiver and a minimum $30,000 scholarship, with additional merit‑based aid considered. Participants can join a virtual kickoff on July 14 and the in‑person event July 17‑19, gaining hands‑on policy training and networking opportunities.
Wilkes University seeks a Bonner Leader Program Coordinator to lead and expand the four‑year civic‑engagement and leadership program for undergraduate students. The role involves chairing the Bonner Advisory Board, developing outreach and recruitment strategies, designing weekly educational sessions, and mentoring up to 40 Bonner Leaders while supporting additional university service initiatives.
The Bard College Summer Voting Rights Course offers a three‑credit, online program that educates college and advanced high‑school students on voting rights and civic engagement, with tuition subsidized to $150 and limited financial assistance available. The experience includes expert speakers, workshops, and a certificate for participants who complete the coursework and civic‑engagement hours. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, with a preferred review deadline of May 1 and a final deadline of May 27.
The Deliberative Citizenship Initiative (DCI) invites diverse higher education institutions to apply for the Deliberative Citizenship Network (DCN), which aims to enhance civil discourse and deliberative learning. Supported by a nearly $4 million grant from the U.S. Department of Education, the initiative offers funding, training, and resources to institutions like Bonner, enabling them to launch or expand campus programs focused on these critical areas.
The Princeton AlumniCorps Emerging Leaders (EL) program offers a transformative leadership development experience tailored for mid-career professionals in the nonprofit and public sectors, particularly benefiting individuals connected to the Bonner network. With a focus on shared values of service and civic leadership, the program provides participants with practical tools, a strong peer network, and opportunities to apply their learning through impactful Stretch Projects within their organizations.
City Teaching Alliance offers Bonners and Bonner alum the opportunity to transform urban classrooms through its Full-Time, Paid Teacher Pathway. Participants will gain hands-on teaching experience in high-need schools while receiving mentorship and pursuing a Master’s in Teaching, all while making a meaningful impact in their communities.
