Jump into Mawi Asgedom's transformative journey from Mission Hill and CYEP and his gatherings about leadership from these experiences.

See how Stephen Pierre transformed his life from a Junior Counselor to a passionate educator, showcasing the profound personal growth that shaped his journey.

SUP is a unique experience that can only be explained by those who take part, as we try our best to convey that uniqueness to you, here are some pictures that may help you understand better. Take a peak into the last 60 or so years of generational impact and love across all ages, genders, and races.

The Phillips Brooks House Association (PBHA) Summer Urban Program exemplifies how a university and a nonprofit organization can partner to provide a continuum of supports to children, youth and young adults in their community.

Read about the journey that started a little over 60 years ago, the first SUP programs, the campers, and their counselors.

In the summer of 2023 we were able to run at full scale, we welcomed increased in-person moments with our partners who participated in and witnessed that magic first-hand and brought their spark to the summer. From Senator Ed Markey making a surprise appearance to thank SUP directors during their training week, to SUP visits with our Harvard and community partners, to final shows organized by campers’ family members and a Midsummer Celebration organized by our junior counselors—the foundational magic of partnership ran through our summer camps! Read stories below from the past and present of SUP as we continue to run for another magical summer.

By design, Summer Urban Program (SUP) is not just a one-time camp, but a community of people sharing a decades-long legacy of transformative experiences. It is this time-transcendent bond of compassion that is unique to SUP amongst other youth programs. Read and watch some of our stories here.

PBHA was founded in 1904 at Harvard University with a mission to engage students in service and community-building. Established by Harvard students and local leaders, PBHA aimed to address social issues in the Cambridge area through volunteerism and grassroots initiatives. Over the years, it has evolved into a leading organization in public service, offering a diverse range of programs that empower students and support marginalized communities. PBHA's legacy of commitment to social justice continues to inspire new generations of activists and leaders and integral moments to the . This section highlights historical stories at PBHA, such as the story of Phillips Brooks.

Phillips Brooks House was dedicated as a home for service in honor of Phillips Brooks in 1904, students then came together to form the Phillips Brooks House Association (PBHA). The Beauty of a Life of Service: Phillips Brooks’ Legacy at the Phillips Brooks House Association written by Alum Mary Cate Curley sheds light on his legacy and how it impacted students across generations. Over the next year, we hope to share 120 stories and then some through the lens of those who have experienced PBHA over the decades. Join us in learning more about our collective story that began 120 years ago!