We put people first.
Our work champions the humanities — centering growth, equity, and community as a pathway to positive, lasting change.
We believe in contributing our learnings to the larger conversation about the role of the humanities in creating lasting change. We put participatory research at the forefront of all our work and partner with scholars, consultants, and a cross-sector of leaders including Drexel University, University of Pennsylvania’s PennPraxis, Elizabeth Myrick + Associates, and Allegheny Intermediate Unit.
An independent nonprofit that puts people first, PA Humanities relies on financial support from people like you. As we celebrate our 50th Anniversary, your support will help more Pennsylvanians experience the humanities and put them in action through civic engagement, education, building community, and however they are inspired to make change.
📍 PA Humanities is proud to be listed on the Healthy Democracy Ecosystem Map, created by the @nationalcivic. It is the first comprehensive look at the diversity of organizations strengthening democracy in America.
Check it out at: https://www.nationalcivicleague.org/2024-healthy-democracy/
📢 Calling PA Youth Leaders! If you or a teen you know would like an opportunity to connect with youth from across the state, build leadership skills, and impact youth programs in Pennsylvania, come learn about joining the PA Humanities Youth Advisory Council.
Event: Info session & Open House - The PA Humanities Youth Advisory Committee
When: December 16th at 4:30PM
Where: Zoom - follow the bit.ly link in the flier to join
If you have any questions, please contact Julia Katz, Education Program Officer, at jkatz@pahumanities.org.
"I was never really a leader... But I’ve definitely come around to it and I feel more comfortable now..." Allie O’Shea, Port Allegany Heart & Soul coordinator
Youth leadership is helping shape the future of Port Allegany, a town of 2,000 in McKean County!
Meet college sophomore Allie O’Shea, the youngest @communityheartandsoul project coordinator in the nation.
Learn more about her story at PAHumanities.org
🌟 Support the Humanities this #GivingTuesday! 🌟
The humanities bring people together, bridging divides and fostering connection through our shared humanity. Your support helps expand innovative programs like Rain Poetry, Youth-Led Humanities, and Voices of History — all working to strengthen communities across Pennsylvania.
❤️ Join the movement and donate today to help people connect and grow through the power of the humanities!
🔗 PAHumanities.org/donate
