The Alliance for Health Equity (AHE) will host its 2026 Impact Summit on Wednesday, October 21 at the Coatesville Country Club, convening nonprofit leaders, businesses, healthcare professionals, educators, funders, community organizations, and residents from across Chester County for a dynamic day of learning, collaboration, and meaningful dialogue. 

The full-day event will take place from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. and is offered at no cost to attendees, ensuring broad access for individuals and organizations committed to strengthening the health and well-being of Chester County communities. Participants will have the opportunity to learn about impactful initiatives taking place across the county, hear directly from community organizations and partners, and build meaningful connections with others working to create positive change. A complimentary breakfast and lunch will be provided. While attendance is free of charge, voluntary donations are welcome and will help support AHE’s ongoing efforts to expand programs, deepen community impact, and better serve residents throughout the region. 

The 2026 Impact Summit will feature a diverse and engaging program, including six interactive workshops, two community discussions, and a film screening, offering attendees valuable opportunities to learn from experts, practitioners, and community leaders working across sectors to address the region’s most pressing health and social challenges.  

Workshops 

Attendees will be able to choose from workshops covering community health, school-based health, personal leadership, parenting, data and nonprofit development. 

• The Missing Link: How Community Organizations Drive Better Health Outcomes: Explore how community organizations help bridge gaps between healthcare and the community through partnerships, programming, social needs navigation and trusted referral pathways. Presented by the YMCA of Greater Brandywine.  

• Growing Healthy Futures: Understanding School-Based Health: Learn how school-based health services connect students and families with primary care, mental health support, prevention and community resources. Presented by Union Community Care.  

• Lead Yourself Before You Lead Others: Explore the F.I.R.E. Framework and strategies for building confidence, resilience, self-awareness and healthier boundaries. Presented by EK Coaching, LLC.  

• Parenting from a Non-Academic Perspective: An honest conversation about approaching parenting with greater presence, less control and a focus on stronger relationships. Presented by Johnathon Smolowe.  

• Using Data to Demonstrate Impact: Lessons from a Community-Based Integrated Health Model: Explore how community partnerships can use data to demonstrate impact, improve programs and tell the story of systems-level change. Presented by West Chester University.  

• Talking Development: New Perspectives, Fresh Starts & Lasting Relationships: A candid conversation about strengthening donor relationships and approaching development with a fresh perspective and purpose. Presented by Chester County Development Leaders.  

Collective Conversations 

The summit will also feature two community discussions highlighting local work and community experiences. 

• Four-Year ARPA Recipient Panel: Hear directly from organizations that received four-year American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding about their work, experiences and the impact of sustained investment in the community. 

• Film Screening & Panel Discussion – The Hands That Shape Tomorrow: This will be a conversation on the power of storytelling, advocacy, and media to elevate critical issues and inspire change. Panelists will explore how personal stories can raise awareness about the vital role of early childhood educators and shed light on the financial challenges they face while caring for and educating our youngest children. 

Together, the workshops, discussions, and screening will provide attendees with opportunities to learn about work happening throughout Chester County, gain practical insights and connect with people and organizations working across different areas of the community. 

The summit reflects AHE’s role as a connector, convener and capacity builder, creating opportunities for people and organizations to learn from one another and build relationships that can strengthen their work. Through education, networking, and shared experiences, the summit aims to inspire collaboration and drive collective action toward a healthier and more equitable Chester County. 

Overview: The 2026 AHE Impact Summit will take place Wednesday, October 21, from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Coatesville Country Club. The event is free and open to the community, with breakfast and lunch provided. 

Learn more about the Impact Summit:
AHE Impact Summit 2026 

Register to attend:
Register for the 2026 Impact Summit