There is a lot happening in Germantown this spring and summer, and Germantown United CDC wants residents, students, block leaders, vendors, artists, musicians, and community members to have clear information about upcoming opportunities to get involved.
From resident leadership and block beautification to youth artwork and Second Saturday events, these programs are part of GUCDC’s growing effort to support community voice, neighborhood pride, and visible improvements across Germantown.
Below are the key dates and deadlines to know.
Neighborhood Advisory Subcommittee Election
Nomination Window: May 1–31
Germantown United CDC is launching Germantown’s Neighborhood Advisory Subcommittee, also known as the NAS. The NAS will serve as a resident-led body connected to GUCDC’s Neighborhood Advisory Committee work and will help guide conversations around housing resources, community priorities, neighborhood projects, local development, and resident engagement.
You can view and submit the nomination form, here.
Community members who live, work or worship in 19138 and 19144 are encouraged to learn more about the NAS election process and consider participating. This is an opportunity for Germantown residents to help strengthen community voice and ensure neighborhood priorities are shaped by the people who live here.
For more information, contact Sheirce White, Resident Services Manager, at [email protected].
The NAS is made possible with funding from the Division of Housing and Community Development.
Curbside Appeal Block Grants
Application Opens: May 11
Application Closes: June 12
NAC Block Nominations Due: June 26
The Philadelphia Neighborhood Block Curbside Appeal Grant Program supports visible improvements to residential blocks — from curb to steps. The program is designed to improve the exterior appearance of residential properties, build stronger connections between neighbors, and strengthen neighborhood pride.
Eligible blocks must be located in an income-eligible census tract, demonstrate collaborative planning, and show strong interest from block households. Homeowners may participate, and tenants may participate with written permission from the property owner. The City’s Curbside Appeal Program describes the effort as an investment in residential block beautification, neighborhood collaboration, quality of life, and neighborhood pride.
Applicants must apply as a team. The Block organizer may apply online or visit the GUCDC office for help submitting an application.
You can view more information about the program and complete the online form here.
For more information, contact Sheirce White, Resident Services Manager, at [email protected].
The Curbside Appeal Program is part of Mayor Cherelle Parker’s Housing Opportunities Made Easy, or H.O.M.E., Initiative
Anti-Littering Student Art Campaign
Student Artwork Submission Window: May 9–31
GUCDC is preparing a new anti-littering campaign focused on cleaner corridors, environmental education, and neighborhood pride. As part of this effort, GUCDC will invite students to submit artwork that helps educate the public about littering, public space, and caring for Germantown.
This campaign is connected to GUCDC’s broader Germantown Corridor Clean & Educate Campaign, which proposes installing 25 new trash receptacles along high-litter areas and pairing that infrastructure with youth-designed educational signage and community education. The campaign is designed to address unmanaged litter through both physical improvements and public education.
More details will be announced soon, but students and families should save the submission window now.
For more information, contact Matthew George at [email protected].
This campaign is funded by the William Penn Foundation
Second Saturdays: G-town Gatherings
Events Run: May–October
Time: 12–4 PM
Vendor and Performer Applications: Ongoing
Apply at least 2 weeks before your selected event date
Second Saturday: G-town Gatherings is a monthly, community-centered event series bringing neighbors and visitors together in the heart of Germantown. Taking place from 12–4 PM, May through October, each gathering is hosted at a different historic site, celebrating the rich cultural heritage of the neighborhood while creating space for connection and joy.
Guests can expect live music, food trucks, and a mix of local vendors at every event. It’s a simple way to be outside, see familiar faces, meet new ones, and support small businesses rooted right here in the neighborhood.
2026 Schedule:
May 9 — Vernon Park
June 13 — Market Square
July 11 — Wyck
August 8 — Johnson House
September 12 — Grumblethorpe
October 10 — Hood Cemetery
Vendor and performer applications are ongoing. Interested vendors, makers, artists, musicians, food businesses, plant sellers, and other creatives should apply at least two weeks before the event date or dates they are interested in.
For more information, contact [email protected]
These events are made possible thanks to Historic Germantown and Germantown United CDC, with funding from Department of Commerce Department’s Corridor Enhancement Grant
Stay Connected
GUCDC is working to create more ways for Germantown residents and community members to engage meaningfully — whether that means joining a resident-led process, organizing with neighbors, sharing student artwork, vending at a community event, or helping shape neighborhood priorities.
Please save these dates, share them with a neighbor, and check back for updates.
Questions?
NAS and Curbside Appeal: [email protected]
Anti-Littering Campaign: [email protected]
Second Saturdays: [email protected]
