PBHA (Phillips Brooks House Association)

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Join us on a group tour this Friday in one of the communities we serve and learn about its history and our programs! Sig...
09/07/2026

Join us on a group tour this Friday in one of the communities we serve and learn about its history and our programs! Sign up for Through The Gates now!

We are just three weeks away from PBHA's 2026 Robert Coles “Call of Service” Lecture and Award on Friday, September 25th...
09/03/2026

We are just three weeks away from PBHA's 2026 Robert Coles “Call of Service” Lecture and Award on Friday, September 25th at 3:30 PM, honoring Dr. Vivek Murthy, former Surgeon General of the United States.

As we look forward to honoring Dr. Murthy, we also want to take the time to celebrate the incredible impact that Dr. Robert Coles, who passed away this summer, had on our Harvard and PBHA community. Dr. Coles was a beloved teacher whose course, "The Literature of Social Reflection," inspired generations of Harvard students to seek moral courage. He also sat on PBHA's Board of Trustees, ran reflections and provided mental health support for PBHA volunteers, and believed deeply in the mission of PBHA and the power of the students' service. His life's work is deeply intertwined with generations of PBHAers.

We will have a special celebration of Dr. Coles' life and legacy during the event, and will also host a memorial reception in the Phillips Brooks House Parlor afterwards to gather and share memories. Whether or not you can join us in person, please add your appreciation or memories of Dr. Coles by September 20th that we can share with our community and his family. https://forms.gle/48WqrnQEygCTLYVq5

Join PBHA TODAY and stop by our Open House from 3-6PM to learn about our volunteer programs, meet fellow students and co...
09/03/2026

Join PBHA TODAY and stop by our Open House from 3-6PM to learn about our volunteer programs, meet fellow students and community members, and find your place in a tradition of student-led action that has shaped Harvard and our surrounding communities.

For generations, Harvard students have come together through PBHA to serve alongside Boston and Cambridge partners, build community, and work toward social justice. These photos are a glimpse into that history — and today, that legacy continues with you!

JOIN: pbha.org/apply

09/02/2026

HAPPY FDOC! Best way to celebrate? Come TODAY September 2nd until September 4th to PBHA’s Annual Plant Sale at PBHA Lawn 3-6pm. Buy a plant, make a difference! 🧡💙

PBHA is excited to invite you to the 2026 Robert Coles “Call of Service” Lecture and Award on Friday, September 25th at ...
08/17/2026

PBHA is excited to invite you to the 2026 Robert Coles “Call of Service” Lecture and Award on Friday, September 25th at 3:30 PM, honoring Dr. Vivek Murthy, former Surgeon General of the United States, the first surgeon general of Indian descent. A distinguished physician, public health leader, and advocate focused on making loneliness, social isolation, and youth mental health national public health priorities. He is also author of the best-seller Together: The Healing Power of Human Connection in a Sometimes Lonely World. Join us to hear from Dr. Vivek Murthy and his dedication to service! RSVP: https://coles2026.eventbrite.com

Thanks to Farrington Nature Linc - Farrington Memorial for hosting our Summer Urban Program camps this summer and every ...
08/12/2026

Thanks to Farrington Nature Linc - Farrington Memorial for hosting our Summer Urban Program camps this summer and every summer! ☀️🌳🪵

⚾️ Friendly reminder that Harvard Red Sox Night is coming up!Join fellow Harvard alumni, students, families, and friends...
08/11/2026

⚾️ Friendly reminder that Harvard Red Sox Night is coming up!

Join fellow Harvard alumni, students, families, and friends at Fenway Park on September 17 as the Red Sox take on the Athletics. Purchase tickets through the Harvard College Series offer to receive an exclusive Harvard-themed Red Sox hat, and a portion of each ticket will support PBHA.

🎩 Exclusive hat
❤️ Support PBHA
📍 September 17 | 6:45 PM | Fenway Park

More than half of the tickets have already been claimed. Get yours before they're gone! redsox.com/harvard

UPDATE: Due to the forecasted rain, we are moving SUP's Midsummer Celebration to FRIDAY, JULY 31st from 4-8PM at Southwe...
07/28/2026

UPDATE: Due to the forecasted rain, we are moving SUP's Midsummer Celebration to FRIDAY, JULY 31st from 4-8PM at Southwest Corridor Park (across from the Stony Brook MBTA station). SAME PLACE, SAME FUN - all still happening the next day! 🌞 We hope to see you there. 🎉
Join us as we celebrate another incredible summer by bringing together all of our summer sites for an afternoon of performances, delicious food, and plenty of fun. Come show your camp pride, cheer on our campers, reconnect with the SUP Community, or simply enjoy the festivities. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 🫶

SUP Director Retreat 🏕️To wrap up Director Training, our directors headed into the outdoors for a weekend of camping, te...
07/01/2026

SUP Director Retreat 🏕️

To wrap up Director Training, our directors headed into the outdoors for a weekend of camping, team building, and connection. Between campfires and plenty of laughs, we strengthened the relationships that will carry us through the summer! 🫂💗

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of former PBHA volunteer, civil rights advocate, child psychiatr...
06/10/2026

It is with immense sadness that we announce the passing of former PBHA volunteer, civil rights advocate, child psychiatrist, Harvard professor, and Pulitzer Prize-winning author Dr. Robert Coles.

In 2007, PBHA established the Robert Coles “Call of Service” Lecture & Award, which invites a significant figure in public service to campus each year to inspire a commitment to service and draw attention to important social issues. His book, The Call of Service, highlights the values of compassion, responsibility, and idealism that PBHA seeks to foster among its volunteers and will continue to do so in his memory.

For 18 years, through the lecture, Dr. Coles helped bridge the gap between public service and students at Harvard University and beyond. We are deeply grateful for the opportunities, conversations, and connections that grew from his extraordinary work and lifelong dedication to service. His impact shaped generations of PBHA students, community partners, and award recipients, and his legacy will continue to inspire those committed to building a more compassionate and just world.

We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives were touched by his wisdom and generosity.

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