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Since 2014, over 1,000 CivicSpark Fellows have provided more than one million hours of service. Learn more at civicspark.civicwell.org

CivicSpark is an award-winning and evidence-based AmeriCorps program that builds local government and community capacity to address resilience challenges such as public health, water management, affordable housing, and mobility. CivicSpark is an award-winning and evidence-based AmeriCorps program, powered by CivicWell, that builds local government and community capacity to address resilience challenges such as climate change, water resource management, affordable housing, and mobility. During the 11-month service year, CivicSpark Fellows complete research, planning, or implementation projects that support public agencies in advancing their resilience initiatives. Over 95% of completed projects have met or exceeded expectations. CivicSpark provides both a workforce pipeline and a professional launchpad for Fellows, 73% of whom continue to work in the public sector.

08/21/2026

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Meet Alex Schweitzer‑Kroll, one of CivicSpark’s outstanding Fellows. Throughout her service year with the California Strategic Growth Council, she has brought dedication, creativity, and a strong commitment to community resilience. CivicSpark is proud to celebrate her impact and leadership within the 2025–2026 Sacramento cohort.

Connect with Alex on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alex-schweitzer-kroll

Learn more about future opportunities to join the fellowship at civicsparkfellowship.org.

07/23/2026

Wrap up the 2026 California Climate and Energy Collaborative Forum with CivicSpark. Tag along with CivicSpark fellow Yadira Galindo Salazar for a CivicSpark Cohort reunion.

07/22/2026

Welcome to Day 1 of the 2026 California Climate and Energy Collaborative Forum with a CivicSpark Fellow. The Forum is a wonderful opportunity to network and learn from energy leaders across California! Spend this exciting day with CivicSpark Fellow Yadira Galindo Salazar, as she attends her first CCEC Forum. Come back tomorrow for a big finish.

07/21/2026

Join a CivicSpark Fellow at the 2026 California Climate and Energy Collaborative Forum! On June 23rd, state and local governments were invited to a huddle before the forum formally kicked-off. Get a sneak peek of the moments of connection in roundtables and receptions. Come back tomorrow for Day 1!

07/10/2026

CivicSpark showed up big at the 17th Annual CCEC Forum! 🌟 With 40+ fellows in attendance — from local jurisdiction representatives to speakers to behind‑the‑scenes leaders — we’re so proud of the passion and professionalism our cohort brings. Executive Director, Bill Sadler, spoke about CivicSpark’s long-term impact as a workforce development model building the next generation of public sector leaders. Thank you to for organizing this event, and to all participants who made this gathering so meaningful. Looking forward to next year!

06/12/2026

Happy ! This week, we gathered more insight from Addison Miller's CivicSpark experience.

Watch Miller describe what she loves about her service with the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). Thank you Addison for chatting with us!

Visit our website civicsparkfellowship.org and click on "Become a Fellow" to learn more about what it means to be a CivicSpark Fellow!

05/22/2026

Today is the day! Applications for our 2026-2027 Cohort close at 5pm pacific. Make those final edits, and submit it before the window of opportunity closes. Thank you for spending this week with us! Link in Bio.

05/21/2026

Applications for our 2025-2026 Cohort close TOMORROW! Last-minute folks still have time. Already submitted? Be proactive and start preparing for the best-case scenario: an invitation to a program interview. These start June 1st.

05/20/2026

Ready to submit? Pause and double check the essentials. Small details are the foundation for a successful application. You have two days! Link in Bio.

05/19/2026

Applications close in 3 days! The process moves fast, so keep an eye on your inbox! (Spolier for tomorrow: accurate contact info is key) Mark your calendar and submit your application today! Link in Bio.

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555 12th Street, Suite 600
Oakland, CA
94607

Telephone

(916) 448-1198

Website

https://civicsparkfellowship.org/

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