AHE's 2026 Impact Summit
A day of connection, collaboration, and community impact is coming back to the Greater Coatesville Area.
Wednesday
October 21, 2026
Coatesville Country Club
8:30 AM – 3:00 PM
The Alliance for Health Equity’s Impact Summit brings together nonprofit leaders, community members, educators, healthcare professionals, advocates, students, and partners for a powerful day focused on learning, action, and transformation.
After an incredible 2025 Summit that welcomed more than 130 attendees, featured 9 engaging workshops, hosted a community resource fair with 10 organizations, and created meaningful conversations around health equity and opportunity, we are excited to make this year’s event even bigger.
What to Expect
The AHE Impact Summit is designed to inspire and equip attendees through:
- Dynamic keynote speakers
- Interactive nonprofit and community-based workshops
- Thought-provoking panel discussions
- Networking opportunities with local leaders and changemakers
- A community resource fair
- Scholarship recognition and celebration
- Breakfast and lunch provided throughout the day
Whether you are a nonprofit professional, community advocate, student, or someone passionate about creating healthier and stronger communities, the Impact Summit offers space to connect, learn, and take action together.
Impact Summit 2026
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AGENDA
8:30: Registration Opens
8:30-9:30: Breakfast and Networking – Registration Table Opens
9:30-9:45: Opening Remarks
9:45-10:30: Panel Discussion – ARPA
10:45-11:00: Transition window
11:00-11:45: Breakout Session #1
11:45 – 12:45: Lunch and Film Screening
12:45-1:30: Panel Discussion – Film panel
1:30-1:45: Transition window
1:45-2:30: Breakout Session #2
2:30-2:45: Transition window
2:45-3:00: Closing Remarks
BREAKOUTS
Morning Session (11:00 - 11:45AM)
The Missing Link: How Community Organizations Drive Better Health Outcomes
Explore how community organizations can bridge gaps between healthcare and the community through partnerships, health programming, social needs navigation, and trusted referral pathways.
By YMCA of Greater Brandywine
Growing Healthy Futures: Understanding School-Based Health
Learn how school-based health services bring primary care, mental health support, prevention, and community resources directly to students and families—helping reduce barriers and support student well-being.
By Union Community Care
Lead Yourself Before You Lead Others
Explore the F.I.R.E. Framework for building confidence, resilience, self-awareness, and healthier boundaries so you can lead yourself—and others—with greater authenticity.
By Eve Keil
Afternoon Session (1:45 - 2:30PM)
Parenting from a Non-Academic Perspective
An honest, practical conversation about parenting with more presence, less control, and a focus on building stronger relationships that last into adulthood.
By Johnathon Smolowe
Using Data to Demonstrate Impact: Lessons from a Community-Based Integrated Health Model
Explore practical lessons for collecting and using data across community partnerships to demonstrate impact, reduce reporting burdens, improve programs, and tell the story of systems-level change.
By West Chester University
Talking Development: New Perspectives, Fresh Starts & Lasting Relationships
A candid conversation about building stronger donor relationships, approaching development with fresh perspective, and creating meaningful, lasting connections.
By Moira Gassenemyer, Lindsay Myers, and Rebecca McAtee
Looking Back at 2025
Last year’s Summit was filled with energy, collaboration, and real community impact. From educational workshops to conversations that sparked new partnerships, the day reflected what is possible when organizations and residents come together with a shared purpose.
This event highlighted the measurable impact of AHE’s grants, scholarships, and programs while creating opportunities for attendees to share ideas, resources, and inspiration for the future of the Greater Coatesville Area.
Get Involved
There are many ways to be part of the Coatesville Cup, and each one plays a meaningful role in strengthening the Greater Coatesville community. Whether you choose to golf, sponsor, or volunteer, your involvement directly supports the people, programs, and partnerships that make this community thrive. We invite you to be part of something bigger and join us in making a lasting impact.
Volunteer
Help create a welcoming and successful Summit experience by supporting registration, attendee engagement, workshops, and event logistics throughout the day.
Sponsor your Business
Support a day of community impact, education, and collaboration in the Greater Coatesville Area. Summit sponsors receive meaningful visibility while helping keep this event accessible and impactful for all attendees.
Reach out to Alyssa Kotzmann (akotzmann@alliancehealthequity.org), Marketing and Communications Director for current sponsorship opportunities.
Submit a Workshop
We invite nonprofits, community leaders, educators, and professionals to submit workshop ideas focused on health equity, community impact, leadership, education, and collaboration. We are looking for engaging sessions that inspire action.