Earth Day 2026 – Our Power, Our Planet™
April 22 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
EARTH DAY 2026 “Our Power, Our Planet™”
Join Us for a Community Celebration!
Come Celebrate Earth Day With Us!
Youth Leadership & Community Engagement
Environmental & Sustainability Updates
Summer Youth Works Program Kickoff
Scholarship Recognition
Hosted By:
Pilgrim’s Progress Community Development Corporation (PPCDC)
PBC Green Team | SAVE Fort Wayne Promise Club
Featured Speakers:
- Kerry Korpela will provide updates on the City of Fort Wayne’s Climate Action Plan and the Lead Pipe Replacement Program, highlighting efforts to improve environmental health and infrastructure.
- Eleanore Igew will share updates on the Community Benefit Plan, including insights related to neighborhood investment, the Google project, and ongoing work in the East Central community.
Community Impact:
Earth Day 2026 reflects a broader commitment to:
The event is expected to draw residents, community leaders, youth participants, and local partners committed to building a more sustainable and equitable future.
Pilgrim’s Progress Community Development Corporation (PPCDC) is a Fort Wayne-based nonprofit serving the East Central neighborhood through youth development, environmental programs, workforce training, and community engagement initiatives.
Media Contact:
Sheila Curry-Campbell
Program Director
Pilgrim’s Progress Community Development Corporation
📧 ppcdc@pbcgreenteam.org
📞 260-740-7810
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