Save the Date! Bonner’s 2026 Summer Leadership Institute is heading to Rutgers University–New Brunswick! Join us from June 7-10 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to engage with over 300 students, staff and administrators, faculty, community partners, alumni, national nonprofits, and graduate school partners across the Bonner Network.
Common Ground USA has open applications for their student journalism cohort as well as open registration for their Administrator Boot Camp. The Boot Camp is free program designed for Bonner staff and faculty to help higher education leaders navigate campus conflicts effectively. Participants will engage in six online sessions to develop skills in crisis de-escalation, collaborative conversation, and trust-building, with the goal of enhancing campus cohesion and resilience. The Student Journalism Cohort is a paid national fellowship for student journalists to humanize differences and highlight solutions to shared problems.
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.
Stetson University is hiring two key positions within the Bonner Program: an Assistant Director to manage daily operations and enhance student learning through community engagement, and an Associate Director to oversee program and campus-wide excellence and partnerships. Both roles are aimed at fostering meaningful experiences for Bonner students and strengthening ties with community partners, with a start date of July 1, 2026.
The Bonner Foundation is reaching out to our 22,000 Bonner alumni invite them to participate in the 2026 Bonner Alumni Survey. We are conducting this important national research study to learn about what you are doing currently and how your college experiences (academic and community involvement) may have played a role in shaping your professional goals as well as your civic and community engagement.
The University of Mississippi is hiring an Assistant Director of Community Engagement – Community Partnerships, a position that will be crucial for promoting community outreach and cultivating partnerships. The successful candidate will work under the Center for Community Engagement, emphasizing collaboration and co-creation in community initiatives, with Bonner being a key figure in this dynamic team focused on enhancing community partnerships.
The University of Pennsylvania offers a one-time $15,000 scholarship for Bonner students, alumni, and staff enrolling in the Master of Science in Nonprofit Leadership Program. This program is designed to prepare nonprofit leaders and social entrepreneurs to address complex social challenges, with options for online, on-campus, full-time, and part-time study.
Save the Date! Bonner’s 2026 Summer Leadership Institute is heading to Rutgers University–New Brunswick! Join us from June 7-10 in New Brunswick, New Jersey, to engage with over 300 students, staff and administrators, faculty, community partners, alumni, national nonprofits, and graduate school partners across the Bonner Network.
George Mason University is hiring a Program Manager for Engaged Learning to lead the Bonner Leader Program and support community and civic engagement initiatives. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with students, community partners, and faculty to create transformational learning experiences.
The Samvid Scholars program is now accepting applications for its 2026 cohort, with a deadline of April 12, 2026. This merit-based graduate scholarship, which supports up to $50,000 per year for two years, aims to empower mission-driven students like Bonner who have demonstrated impactful leadership and are pursuing eligible graduate programs in the United States.
The Community Foundation & United Way of Volusia-Flagler is currently hiring for two full-time positions in Daytona Beach, FL: Vice President of Development and Office Assistant, with a focus on candidates who can embody the organization's core competencies and contribute to its mission-driven environment.
Stem To The Polls is a new initiative that empowers young voters with clear, non-partisan information on critical STEM policy issues—from climate change to healthcare and research funding. Through state-specific voter guides and educational resources, the organization makes complex science policy accessible and supports informed civic engagement that aligns with the Bonner Network's commitment to democratic participation and social change.
Common Ground USA has open applications for their student journalism cohort as well as open registration for their Administrator Boot Camp. The Boot Camp is free program designed for Bonner staff and faculty to help higher education leaders navigate campus conflicts effectively. Participants will engage in six online sessions to develop skills in crisis de-escalation, collaborative conversation, and trust-building, with the goal of enhancing campus cohesion and resilience. The Student Journalism Cohort is a paid national fellowship for student journalists to humanize differences and highlight solutions to shared problems.
Stetson University (DeLand, FL) is seeking an interim program director for their campus-based Bonner Program. This position will run from January to May 2026 and applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. They are looking for someone with hands-on Bonner Program experience – perhaps a former Bonner coordinator, graduate assistant, or campus professional who has worked closely with a Bonner Program and understands its unique structure and philosophy.
Introducing new national partner Forest Foundation. They are accepting applications for their summer internship in the Boston area for undergraduate students to work with local non-profits, participate in Leadership skills development and workshops about the nonprofit sector, work on a grant-writing project and opportunities to network.
