The mission of the Midtown Raleigh Alliance is: To promote the Midtown community for economic development; To advocate for the collective needs of the community; To connect individuals and business leaders in Midtown with elected officials and serve as a clearinghouse for community information; and To give back to the community through service and charitable […]

The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program helps teens between the ages of 15 and 18 to develop their skills and prepare for future employment by spending the summer working for the City of Raleigh. Program Update The Raleigh Summer Youth Employment Program (RSYEP) remains committed to serving our Raleigh youth. The health, safety and well-being […]

Celebrate Raleigh’s Black history on this special tour highlighting the downtown area’s Black heritage. Explore the city aboard the Historic Raleigh Trolley to learn more about the historic homes, schools, churches, and businesses important to the capital’s Black history. Tours will take place on Sunday, April 16 at 1:00 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m., and Saturday, June 17 […]

The Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department encompasses everything from youth and teen programs to natural resources. Our department has open, part-time positions that uniquely cater to nearly every interest and field of study. Speak to leaders from different divisions to learn more about what positions are available, submit interest forms on-site that go […]

To help small businesses and entrepreneurs recover from the pandemic, Carolina Small Business Development Fund and the City of Raleigh are proud to offer Oak City Biz Labs, a technical assistance and grant program. MORE DETAILS HERE ​Oak City Biz Labs is a first come, first served grant program that connects small businesses and entrepreneurs […]

Do you enjoy being outdoors? Does a career protecting farms, forests, waterways and wildlife sound interesting? Wake County is encouraging local students to join more than 100 high school students from around the state in a week of interactive, hands-on study covering a wide range of conservation topics. Rising sophomores, juniors, and seniors are encouraged […]

Raleigh Parks is partnering with The Produce Project to provide pick-up locations for fresh produce at various community centers across the City. The Produce Project offers shares of fresh produce at a third of the cost. How It Works You order a $20 produce share at produceproject.org Pick up your share from any of the locations […]

Grab a blanket or a chair and meet your friends at Moore Square each First Friday for a fun & free feature film! Attendees will enjoy pre-show entertainment on theme with each movie before a full-length screening outside under the stars. The series is free & open to the public and food will be available […]

This February, check out the programs, exhibits, and historic landmarks the city has to offer that honor the contributions and history of African Americans in Raleigh, most of which are free and a few are even available year-round. Black History Month Events and Exhibits Weekday Tours of Pope House Museum Tuesday – Friday in Feb., […]

In celebration of Black History Month, the Pope House Museum will provide scheduled weekday tours of 15 or fewer at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tuesday- Friday. Come learn about one of Raleigh’s most prominent Black families and one of North Carolina’s first licensed doctors! Dates: Tuesday-Friday in February Times: 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Ages: All Cost: Free; suggested […]

For Minority- and Women-owned businesses, this effort by Downtown Raleigh Alliance, StartUp at Wake Tech, LM Restaurants and Lenovo will increase the presence, inclusion, and equity of business ownership in Downtown Raleigh. MORE DETAILS Complete the interest form to be notified of upcoming application cycles. Now accepting applications for April 2023 placement. The deadline to apply for April placement is […]

The Raleigh Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources department encompasses everything from youth and teen programs to natural resources and cultural outreach. Our department has open, part-time positions that uniquely cater to nearly every interest and field of study. MORE DETAILS HERE Speak to leaders from different divisions to learn more about what positions are available, […]