Philadelphia Parks & Recreation and Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative are teaming up again to lead a citywide campaign to collect and distribute new swimwear and accessories for Philly’s youth. Our public pools are opening for the season, and we want to ensure our kids are suited up for the summer!

We are collecting:

• Youth and adult bathing suits (all sizes)
• Swim diapers (all sizes)
• Flip flops (all sizes)
• Beach towels
• Goggles

Please note that we are accepting new items with tags only. Used items will not be accepted.

Donations can be dropped off at one of these six locations:

• Center City – One Parkway Building, 1515 Arch Street, 1st Floor
• West Philadelphia – Christy Rec Center, 728 S. 55th St
• Northeast Philadelphia – James Ramp Playground, 3300 Solly Avenue 
• Northwest Philadelphia – Gustine Rec Center, 4868 Ridge Ave
• South Philadelphia – Guerin Rec Center, 2201 S. 16th Street 
• North Philadelphia – Athletic Rec Center, 1400 N. 26th Street 

Drop-off times are 2 p.m. to 7 p.m., Monday through Friday.

To make an online donation, please get in touch with Beth Devine of Philadelphia Youth Sports Collaborative at bdevine@pysc.org

Fairmount Park Conservancy Playground Party

August 24 | 6-9:30 pm| FDR Park

Join FPC for a one-time-only special event celebrating the Anna C. Verna Playground in FDR Park before it opens to the public. Spend the evening enjoying the region’s newest attraction, and be one of the first to swing on the Skyline Swing — the largest swingset in North America!

Fairmount Soccer Skills Camp

Week one at Cristo Rey- July 10-14

Week two at Edgely Field - August 7-11

CHOP Minds Matter Concussion Study

The Minds Matter Concussion Program and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia are looking for coaches, supervisors or volunteer staff working at youth sports organizations within the Philadelphia area who are responsible for youth who may sustain a concussion.

What will participants be asked to do?

• 1 study visit lasting ~90 minutes which will include:
• Demographics, concussion knowledge, and concussion experience survey
• An interview with a research team member on concussion experience

Participants will be compensated for their time and effort.

If you have any additional questions, please email: mindsmatter@chop.edu

Girl Scouts Philly Camp

Various Dates

Join Girl Scouts for an unforgettable week at Girl Scouts Philly Camp! Explore the great outdoors, build lasting connections with fellow campers, and dive into the world of STEM. This FREE, one-week camp combines girl-led activities (including a field trip!), community building, and hands-on STEM exploration. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to create memories that will last a lifetime, plus become a Girl Scout member for FREE! 

Girls on the Run Philadelphia: Volunteers Needed!

July 8th | Fairmount Park

Calling All Volunteers! Girls on the Run Philadelphia are staffing a water stop for the Philly Women's Tri in beautiful Fairmount Park (Please Touch Museum). You will provide food and water to the Triathlon and Duathlon athletes and cheer for them loudly. The shift is from 6:30-10:30 am. Use the password "GOTR "to secure your spot at our station!

Temple University iEat Study: Participants Needed!

iEAT is a research study at Temple University currently looking for teens, 12-16 years, to tell us about what they eat. Teens will complete three short (~30 minutes) online visits, respond to surveys via text message, and come to our center for one in-person visit located next to the Temple Pediatric Clinic. At the visit, we will ask teens about their preferences for giving samples to measure their diets, such as height and weight. Teens and parents can get up to $150 for participating. 

Fairmount Soccer Coach

Philadelphia Youth Football Volunteer Fundraising Coordinator



Philadelphia Youth Football Coach

Girls on the Run International Digital Marketing Manager

Youth Mentoring Partnership Coach