Lincoln Vibrant Communities Teams Program, June 2025

The submission deadline has been extended to May 7, 2025, 11:59 p.m. ET.

The Lincoln Vibrant Communities Teams Program is a 24-week program designed for teams of up to six individuals committed to tackling a real-world challenge in their communities. Utilizing concepts from the Lincoln Vibrant Communities Fellows and Building Strong Teams for CollaborACTION programs, this initiative provides structured support, expert coaching, and collaboration opportunities to drive impactful solutions.

Through expert-led coursework, hands-on project development, and peer networking, teams will:

• Develop and present a plan to address a community challenge
• Gain advanced skills in strategic communication, policy evolution, and regional planning
• Engage with a dedicated leadership coach for guidance and support
• Participate in site visits to exchange insights with other teams
• Showcase their work at the Lincoln Vibrant Communities Conference

Program Benefits:

• Earn a nine-credit Advanced Practice Graduate Certificate (or request baccalaureate credits)
• Strengthen leadership and problem-solving skills for municipal and community challenges
• Expand your network of public and private sector leaders
• Develop practical solutions that create lasting impact

The program kicks off June 26–27, 2025, with an in-person event in Chicago, IL, followed by six months of online coursework, coaching, and collaboration.

The deadline to apply is April 30, 2025. See application guidelines for more details and how to apply.