Philadelphia

Virtual Chapter Meeting
2024-05-09 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-06-06 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
Chapter meeting is for anyone interested in helping the chapter and understanding how things work behind the scene.
Zoom link

MOSAIC Project and 5k with PAMOZA
2024-05-18
Save the date. More details to follow

2024 Program Debrief and Picnic
2024-09-08 12:00 - 15:00 | Ridley Creek State Park, Pavillion 3, N Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, PA, 19073, United States
Our picnic and debrief meeting is a great opportunity to see each other again, hear about the intense experiences our delegates had reconnect after some amazing trips.
Remember to RSVP Here
The debrief sessions are mandatory for our program participants and parents.
To help the board prepare for the debrief, we’d like you to complete the below surveys before September 7th:

2024 post-travel survey for DELEGATES
2024 post-travel survey for LEADERS
2024 post-travel survey for INDIVIDUAL TRAVELERS (Fortnight, Seminar, JC)
2024 post-travel survey for PARENTS

Upper Providence Community Day!
2024-09-14 11:00 - 15:00 | Rose Tree Park, 1671 N Providence Rd, Media, 19063, United States
Come check out our table at the Upper Providence Community Day! Kids will be on hand to talk about their international and national summer camp experiences and the mission of CISV, to educate and inspire action for a more just and peaceful world!

CISV Philly's Annual Welcome Chapter Retreat and JB Sleepover
2024-09-21 15:30 - 17:30 | The Stegaliu’s House, 480 Farnum Road, Media, PA, 19063, United States
Come one and all to the kick off event for the 2024/25 CISV season! New families welcome!
The Chapter Retreat is for every adult and kid interested learning more about CISV. We will be giving an in depth review of the coming year with CISV Philly as well as looking forward to the 2025 summer camp programs and the local events everyone knows and loves – Mini Camp, Cookie-a-Thon and more!
The JB will be running their usual fun ENERGIZERS and ACTIVITIES for all!
We also will talk about how you can contribute to keeping our chapter strong. Whether you have a role in our chapter already or are brand new to CISV, we would LOVE your help spreading our message of peace and love.
Feel free to invite other families and friends who might be interested in CISV! The more, the merrier!
Please plan on parking on Meetinghouse Lane, across the street from the house.
To reduce waste and help the environment at our picnic, please bring your own utensils, water bottles, and plates. Let’s make this a sustainable and fun event! Thanks in advance!

Please plan on contributing to the picnic by providing the following dish according to the first letter of your last name:
A-K: Dessert

L-R: Main Dish

S-Z: Appetizers/Salads

Virtual Chapter Meeting
2024-10-03 20:00 - 21:00, 2024-11-07 20:00 - 21:00, 2024-12-05 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-03-06 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-05-01 20:00 - 21:00, 2025-07-03 20:00 - 21:00
Please join us on Zoom for our monthly chapter meetings the first Thursday of every month from 8-9pm.
We’ll be discussing the inner workings of CISV Philly, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events and more. All current volunteers, chairs and JB Leadership are strongly encouraged to attend so we can stay on top of our chapters needs.
As always, we thank you in advance for all you do and the time you put in to support our kids and our mission!
Join the Zoom at the link below:

CISV Connect in Nashville, TN
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-27
CISV CONNECT is a mini camp program run by CISV USA
What: This mini camp is a chance to gather, energize and socialize with chapter members from around the US at a minimal cost. Get the full CISV camp experience, learn how to help our chapter grow and spread our inspiring message of peace through building friendship, cooperation and understanding.
There will be separate adult and JB activities throughout the whole weekend as well as the full camp experience (think Flag Time and Lullabies)!
Where: Joe C. Davis YMCA Outdoor Center/YMCA Camp YMCA OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE
3088 Smith Springs Road, Nashville, TN 37013
When: Check-In Friday, October 25th 11 am ending Sunday, October 27th at 11:00am
Camp Cost*: We are introducing a sliding scale for pricing to help make this affordable to everyone. Each person will register for one of the following tiers:
● Tier 1 – $325 per person (this standard fee includes the cost to cover scholarship for those who
may need it.)
● Tier 2 – $250 per person (discounted price) that does not include a scholarship donation.
● Tier 3 – Scholarships are available. This requires completion of a financial aid form.
-In distributing financial aid, the CISV USA team will take into consideration the need and the cost of travel. Full and/or partial scholarships will be provided.
*Travel costs are the responsibility of the individual.
Deadline to register is October 4, 2024.

Chapter Mini Camp
2024-11-01 - 2024-11-03 | College Settlement, 600 Witmer Rd, Horsham, PA, 19044, United States
Stay tuned for more info on our Annual Chapter Mini Camp at College Settlement!

2025 program announcement in person at Bala Cynwyd library
2024-11-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Bala Cynwyd Library, 131 Old Lancaster Road, Bala Cynwyd, PA, 19004, United States
We have made the selections for programs our delegates will be able to attend next summer. Please join us to learn about the programs picked for 2025 at the Bala Cynwyd Library

Virtual Chapter Meeting
2025-01-09 20:00 - 21:00
Please join us on Zoom for our monthly chapter meetings the first Thursday of every month from 8-9pm (except Jan 2025, when it happens the second Thursday).
We’ll be discussing the inner workings of CISV Philly, volunteer opportunities, upcoming events and more. All current volunteers, chairs and JB Leadership are strongly encouraged to attend so we can stay on top of our chapters needs.
As always, we thank you in advance for all you do and the time you put in to support our kids and our mission!
Join the Zoom at the link below:

Day of Service at Cobbs Creek Park: Jan 5th, 2025
2025-01-20 09:00 - 11:00 | 65th St Cobbs Creek park
The originally scheduled service day event for Jan 20, Mon (MLK Day), 9a – 11a, was rescheduled due to weather to 9-11a on Saturday, Jan 25th.
The JB is excited to again collaborate with Friends of Cobbs Creek Park for a meaningful service event in January, honoring Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Together, we will engage in a park cleanup initiative, contributing to the preservation of our local green space.
There are still two locations at this new time. We would like CISV participants to try to all register for the same location. Our preferred location for 2025 is S 65th St & Cobbs Creek Pkwy, w/Andrew.
Please use the online form HERE to sign up and include “CISV Philadelphia” in the section asking for “Group or School”.

Once your registration is confirmed, please send an email with the subject line
COBBS CREEK to philadelphia@cisvusa.org
to let us know you will be participating. We would like to try to coordinate a group brunch in the area afterward.

Game Night/Chapter Meeting
2025-02-23 16:00 - 18:00
Game Night/Chapter Meeting
February 23rd, 4p – 6p
55 Llanfair Cir, Ardmore, PA
Join our amazing Junior Board (JB) for a night of fun, games and CISV spirit. Everyone is invited and encouraged to attend, adults and kids. Get to know other CISV families by bringing your favorite game to share or by learning a new one. Snacks or beverages to share are greatly appreciated!

RSVP here

Tour of St Joe's University
2025-03-22 10:00 - 12:00
Maguire Art Museum and Grounds
Saturday, March 22rd, 10am-12pm
50 Lapsley Ln, Merion Station, PA 19066
Come for a tour of one of Philadelphia’s most storied universities and its museum, the former home of the renowned Barnes Foundation. The tour will be provided by none other than our very own Chris Heasley! Chris is the dad of Addy, Cadence and Rylan and the Associate Professor and Chair of Educational Leadership, Counseling and Social Work at SJU.
Our fabulous JB, led by our LJR, Guillermo, will also be doing an engaging CISV activity. If the weather cooperates, we’re encouraging everyone to pack a blanket and a picnic lunch so we can relax and catch up after the fun. More details on that as the date gets closer.

Summer Send Off Potluck
2025-06-08 12:00 - 14:00
Sunday, June 8th, 2025
480 Farnum Road, Media
12-2 pm
Please plan on parking on Meetinghouse Ln, which is across the street from the house.

Chapter potluck, Junior Board activity, elections, and more!
Join us for the last in-person event of the school year, hosted by the Stegall family!
The Junior Branch (JB) Board will run an activity for all, which is a great opportunity for parents and new members to experience a typical CISV activity.
We will also recognize the 2025 delegates so please try to attend if your child is traveling this year.
To be environmentally conscious, we ask everyone to bring their own plates, utensils and drinks.
Please contribute to the potluck:
Last name starting with
A-M: Savory Appetizer
N-Z: Dessert
*please note if there are any common allergens in your dish*
Merch will be available. Preorder here!.

Chapter Meeting & Debrief
2025-09-14 12:00 - 15:00 | Ridley Creek State Park, Pavillion 3, N Sandy Flash Drive, Newtown Square, PA, 19073, United States
We would normally have 2 events but the late return of our last Step Up delegation means we are rolling it into 1 event! All are welcome to catch up with our delegates and hear about their amazing experiences before we break out into our debriefs, which are for parents and traveling delegates only.

Chapter Retreat & JB activity
2025-10-05 11:00 - 15:00
Join us for our Chapter Retreat on Sunday, October 5th from 11-3 pm at the Knebel’s House in Audubon, PA 19403 (see email newsletter update for full address)
The Chapter Retreat is open to all! Help us envision the future of CISV Philadelphia. This is a great opportunity to learn all about CISV, what the Philly branch has planned for the year and how you can help. All chairs and JB members are strongly encouraged to attend. This is also a great event for new families interested in the mission of CISV and learning about our Summer Camp programs, so bring your friends!
We will have a fun activity for everyone to get a taste of a CISV camp, as well as a chance to learn the songs/chants your kids sing at flag and meal times!
The JB will be holding a t-shirt design contest so start thinking of ideas!
RSVP here

CISV Connect
2025-10-24 08:00 - 2025-10-26 17:00 | YMCA OF MIDDLE TENNESSEE 3088 Smith Springs Road, Nashville, TN 37013, 3088 Smith Springs Road, Nashville, TN, 37013, United States
Join us and other CISV chapters at CISV Connect this fall, October 24-26th, in Nashville TN. You can find out more details, including how to register, here.

Chapter Meeting
2025-11-06 19:00 - 21:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84425114013?pwd=[REDACTED]
All current volunteers/chairs & JB board members are encouraged to attend to debrief prior events, plan for future events, and facilitate the running of the Philly chapter. We alternate between in-person and virtual meetings each month.
Zoom option is available for all meetings but in person attendance is encouraged.
In Person Dates:
January 8
March 5
May 7
Zoom Only:
December 4
February 5
April 2

Chapter Mini Camp
2025-11-14 19:00 - 2025-11-16 10:00 | College Settlement, 600 Witmer Rd, Horsham, PA 19044, 600 Witmer Rd, Horsham, PA, 19044, United States
Join us for
JUNGLE MINI CAMP!
Join us for the most anticipated event of the year, Chapter Mini Camp! The theme this year is JUNGLE!
Nov 14-16, 2025
College Settlement
593 Witmer Rd, Horsham, PA 19044
Our JB board is planning fun and amazing activities for our weekend camp event! Come for the fun, the games, the lullabies, and get a taste of what CISV camps have to offer! Mini Camp starts at 7pm on Friday night after dinner and pick up at 10am on Sunday.
Space is limited so sign up now!
COST:
$130 for kids new to the chapter
$130 for members who register before Saturday, October 25th AND have renewed their dues for 2025-26 (MEMBERSHIP LINK BELOW)
$145 for others
Chaperones are free!
We need at least 4 chaperones for the kids. If you haven’t been to a Camp event, this is a great way to get a taste of what your kids will experience at one of our international summer programs.
(Chaperones must have background checks completed.)
PAYMENT:
Venmo: @CISV-Philly
Check: payable to “CISV Philadelphia”, send to our treasurer (Oksana Billington, 13 E Ridge Rd Media PA 19063)

REGISTER HERE

Virtual Chapter Meeting
2025-12-04 20:00 - 21:00, 2026-02-05 20:00 - 21:00 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84425114013?pwd=[REDACTED]

Cookie-A-Thon Mosaic!
2025-12-19 19:00 - 2025-12-20 08:30 | Swarthmore Friends Meetinghouse 12 Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA 19081, 12 Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA, 19081
Everyone’s favorite event, Cookie-A-Thon is on! Please join us to bake holiday cookies and make snack bags to donate to the local non-profit, Together We Can Change. Cookies, snacks and a warm meal will be distributed on Saturday at Love Park and everyone is encouraged to attend.
*Chaperones are needed so please sign up if you can chaperone*
Join us at Swarthmore Friends Meetinghouse
12 Whittier Place, Swarthmore, PA 19081
on Friday, December 19th at 7pm
Bake and Bag for a cause: Whip up batches of yummy cookies and make snack bags for donation to Philadelphia’s unhoused citizens.
Fun Activities: Engage in a variety of exciting CISV activities, led by our Junior Board (JB).
White Elephant Gift Exchange: Bring a small, quirky gift (around $10) and get ready for laughs and surprises.
Delicious Pizza Dinner: Complimentary pizza for all our junior bakers and chaperones.
Sleepover Option Available! Kids are welcome to stay overnight for a memorable sleepover experience. If they prefer not to, please pickup by 10:00 PM.
What to Bring:
$15 Donation: This covers pizza, baking supplies, and a contribution to our gracious hosts at the meetinghouse.
Donated Snack Item: LIST TO COME
White Elephant Gift: Around $10
Sleepover Essentials: If staying overnight, don’t forget your sleeping bag, mat, pillow, and blanket. Morning pick up at 8:30 AM.

REGISTER HERE!

In Person Chapter Meeting - rescheduled
2026-01-08 20:00 - 21:30 | https://us06web.zoom.us/j/84425114013?pwd=[REDACTED]
*RESCHEDULED DUE TO NEW YEARS DAY*
All current volunteers/chairs & JB board members are encouraged to attend to debrief prior events, plan for future events, and facilitate the running of the Philly chapter. We alternate between in-person and virtual meetings each month.
Zoom option is available for all meetings but in person attendance is encouraged.

Game Night Potluck
2026-02-28 18:00 - 20:00
Come one and all to a CISV Philly Game Night! This will be at the Heasley’s home (address in our newsletter; we don’t want to put that public on the web)
Bring a new friend, your favorite game, a snack to share, and your competitive spirit!
This is a great opportunity to introduce new people to the fun and inclusive spirit of CISV Philadelphia!
