Jefferson Educational Society
Public Policy OfficesPennsylvania, United States11-50 Employees
The Jefferson Educational Society is a small nonprofit based in Erie, Pennsylvania, focused on public policy and civic life in the region. Created in 2008 with the Pennsylvania Department of State, it aims to promote civic enlightenment and community progress through study, research, and discussion of ideas and events that have shaped the human condition, operating in a bipartisan, non-denominational manner without political or philosophical bias. The organization serves a regional audience by facilitating forums and programs that explore policy topics and their real-world impact. In 2024, JES launched the Early Childcare Investment Policy Initiative to address policy questions in that area. It also maintains a broader program slate, including partnerships and events such as a Global Summit speaker series to expand civic dialogue in the Erie region.