In this Behind the Module post, we’ll take a closer look at why Action Plans are so important, how the module works in PEARS, and some practical strategies for making it a tool you’ll actually use, not just another form to complete.
Meet the Bartlett Brothers: The Mascots Behind Canopy’s Values
Get to know the pear-sonalities behind Canopy’s mascots and how Pearcy, Perry, and Newton reflect the values that power PEARS.
Engagement vs. Outreach: Why the Difference Matters for the Carnegie Engagement Classification
Discover why engagement isn’t just another word for outreach, and why the distinction matters for the Carnegie Community Engagement Classification. Learn how shared power, co-creation, and reciprocity can transform your institution’s partnerships and strengthen your application.
What is Cooperative Extension? A Legacy Rooted in Community
For more than a century, Cooperative Extension has helped communities turn research into real change. Learn how Canopy’s PEARS platform helps carry that legacy forward by helping Extension teams across the nation track, share, and strengthen their impact.
What is Program Evaluation (and How is it Different from Research)?
Discover the key differences between program evaluation and research, what they are, how they overlap, and why each matters for learning, improvement, and impact.
Meet the Team Behind PEARS
Meet the people behind PEARS in our new blog series, Voices from the Grove. Get a behind-the-scenes look at Canopy’s team—who they are, what they do, and why they care so much about supporting community engagement.
Welcome to Canopy: Helping Good Work Grow
Discover how Canopy’s PEARS platform supports University, Extension, and public service professionals with intuitive tools for tracking, reporting, and making a bigger impact.