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Tuesday, October 17
, 2017
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The information appearing in this email is for general informational purposes only. Reference to any product, service, event or program is for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute endorsement by The Glades Initiative.
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Glades Area
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Covenant Villas, Godstone Ministries Toy Giveaway
Covenant Villas and Godstone Ministries have teamed up with Toys for Tots to conduct a toy giveaway. Registration dates listed below. All applicants must present identification, household size, ages of child/children, and gender.
Registration dates
WHEN: Starting Monday, October 16 - November 1, 2017
WHERE: Covenant Villas office, 606 Covenant Drive, Apt. A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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 D-SNAP Site to Open in the Glades
Disaster SNAP benefits application starts TODAY! This benefit is only for people who do NOT currently receive SNAP (Food Stamps) but have a need because of Hurricane Irma. In the Glades area, the location is Pioneer Park and there are specific days depending on your name some please read the information below!
D-SNAP Program in the Glades
WHEN: Tuesday, October 17-21, 2017
WHERE: Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Community Meeting on Rising Levels of Lake Okeechobee and The Herbert Hoover Dike
Representatives from the Army Corps of Engineers and Palm Beach County Emergency Management will address the rise of levels at Lake Okeechobee, the Herbert Hoover Dike and its impact on the surrounding Glades community. Please join Congressman Alcee Hastings for this important community meeting.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 18, 2017
6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Public Library (Civic Room), 725 NW 4th St., Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Trustbridge's Bereavement Centers invites you to an FAU Football Game
If you have lost a loved one, you are not alone. Join other grieving children and teens for a fun free football game! Space is limited to 20 children/teens and their families.
Must RSVP by Tuesday, October 17, 2017
WHEN:
Saturday, October 21, 2017
game start at 5:00 p.m
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WHERE:
Community United Methodist Church, 401 SW 1st Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
For more information and to RSVP call: 561-227-5175
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Glades Diabetes Health Fair
The community is invited to attend the Glades Diabetes Health Fair. Diabetes screenings, food demonstrations focused on healthy nutrition, proper care for healthy teeth and gums, foot care demonstrations, and more, will take place at the Bill Bailey Community Center in Belle Glade.
WHEN:
Saturday, November 4, 2017
10:00 a.m
. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Bill Bailey Community Center, 1101 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Bayfest Cultural Arts Festival 2017
Bayfest has grown in attendance each year, since it began in 1995. Join us for the best music, food, events and entertainment. Bayfest is a family-friendly event.
WHEN:
Saturday, November 4, 2017
WHERE:
Tanner Park, South Bay, FL 33493
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Philanthropy "Shark Tank" Application Due Soon
Developed by Advisors for Philanthropic Impact (API), Palm Beach Philanthropy Tank challenges and empowers young philanthropists in Palm Beach County to develop and execute high impact and sustainable projects that address social issues confronting our community. Palm Beach County 7th to 12th grade students have the opportunity to secure mentoring and funding (up to $15,000) over a 12-month period.
In 2016, local student Je'Cynthia Nonar, of Glades Central High, was a winner for teen summit project.
DEADLINE: Sunday, November 12, 2017
For more information on how to apply or about our students, program, event, or if you'd like to volunteer,
click here to visit our website.
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LIHEAP Weather-Related Funding at Community Action Program Locations
LIHEAP Weather-related funding is now available at all Community Action Program locations. Clients' total household income must be at or below 150% of the Federal Poverty Level Guideline and must reside in Palm Beach County.
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Nonprofit Agencies Can Sign up for 2018 Great Charity Challenge
Local nonprofits can now sign up to participate in the 2018 Great Charity Challenge! Each year, the GCC transforms the Palm Beach International Equestrian Center in Wellington, Florida into a field of dreams for more than 30 local charities eligible to receive money via the GCC fundraising effort through the application and selection process.
The GCC is an exciting Pro-Amateur show jumping event that features 34 teams of three riders ranging in age from 11 to 70. Each team is randomly assigned to a charity to compete for the prize money. The charity paired with the winning team receives $150,000, with a sliding scale to the 34th placed team receiving $15,000.
Additional grants are also randomly drawn on the night of the event (50 nonprofit organizations total benefited from the event in 2016). Over the first 8 years, over 220 charities have participated and benefited from the event. To date, GCC has distributed over $10.7 million in Palm Beach County.
Application deadline
WHEN: Wednesday, November 15, 2017 before 5:00 p.m.
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Help Still Available to Those Impacted by Hurricane
There are several forms of Irma recovery assistance available to individuals and businesses in Broward and Palm Beach counties.
Here's what you need to know:
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Individual Assistance funds are available from FEMA. These funds can be used to cover medical, child care, household items, moving, and clean-up expenses. Apply online at https://www.disasterassistance.gov/ or by calling 1-800-621-3362.
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Businesses and residents may be eligible for low-interest federal disaster loans from the Small Business Administration.
Types of loans include:
-Business Physical Disaster Loans: Any business or organization located in a declared disaster area and that incurred damage during the disaster may apply for a loan to help replace or restore damaged property.
-Economic Injury Disaster Loans: If you are in a declared disaster area and have suffered economic injury regardless of physical damage, you may qualify for an Economic Injury Disaster Loan.
-Home and Person Property Loans: If you are in a declared disaster area and are the victim of a disaster, you may be eligible for financial assistance from the SBA, even if you don't own a business.
-Military Reservists Economic Injury Loans: If you have an essential employee who is a military reservist called to active duty, SBA provides loans to help eligible small businesses with operating expenses.
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Disaster Unemployment Assistance is available to individuals whose employment or self-employment has been lost or interrupted due to Hurricane Irma. This generally includes any worker who, due to Hurricane Irma, no longer has a job or place of work, cannot reach their place of work, or cannot work due to damage to their workplace. File a claim here:
https://connect.myflorida.com/Claimant/Core/Login.ASPX
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Community Action Advisory Board Regular Meeting
The Palm Beach County Community Action Agency's (CAA) mission is to collaborate with other organizations to remove barriers and create opportunities for low income individuals and families that will enable them to become more self-sufficient.
WHEN:
Tuesday, October 17, 2017
6:00 p.m
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WHERE:
810 Datura Street, Basement Conference Room, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Community Youth Outreach at Palm Beach Lakes HS
The Ivy Educational Foundation, in collaboration with Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc. Zeta Tau Omega Chapter, presents its 2017 Community Youth Outreach. Students 6th through 12th grade will take part in interactive sessions at Palm Beach Lakes Community High School focusing on a variety of topics, including: personal health, college scholarships, interview skills, finance, youth services, and more.
WHEN:
Saturday, October 21, 2017
9:00 a.m
. - 2 p.m.
WHERE:
Palm Beach Lakes Community High School, 3505 Shiloh Dr, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here for flier, or call 210-802-1908 for more information.
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Nonprofits First: Events and Programs
Nonprofits First publishing of events for nonprofit agencies.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update
Children's Services Council's weekly news and information bulletin.
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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Volunteers Needed to Help Repair Belle Glade Home Damaged by Hurricane Irma
BELLE GLADE - Hurricane Irma roared through Florida with a vengeance leaving a trail of wreckage in a number of cities in its path. Many residents in the Belle Glade community had to endure the grueling heat and inconvenience resulting from the loss of power. However, some were spared and escaped with minimal or no property damage. Ms. Vernita Hale was not as fortunate as the storm caused significant damage to her home. Her home was flooded and will have to be gutted. Delray Beach-based KOP Mentoring Network and the West County Senior Center have teamed up to help Hale with the necessary repairs.
WHEN:
Saturday, October, 28, 2017
7:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE:
1241 SW Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
To help or for more information call Miller: (561) 386-9897
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Glades Community Organization Annual Dinner/Dance
Glades Community Organization wishes to invite you to the 2017 Annual Dinner/Dance.
WHEN:
Saturday, October 28, 2017
6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Sacred Heart Parish Madonna Hall, 425 North "M" St. Lake Worth, FL
COST: $30 per person
For more information contact Gloria: (561)758-1457
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PEPPI Head Start Recruitment/ Enrollment flyer for 2017-2018 School Year
PEPPI Head Start is now enrolling for 3 and 4 year old children including children that meet the criteria of being homeless and or living in shelters and children with disabilities. If you may have any question we can be reached at 301 SW 8th Street Belle Glade, FL 33430, or by calling 561-996-1718.
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CareerSource Palm Beach County Hiring 350 Workers for Disaster Food Assistance Program
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CareerSource Palm Beach County is partnering with the Department of Children and Families to hire 350 workers now to assist individuals and families in applying for Florida's Disaster Food Assistance Program. Workers will be paid $10.00 to $15.00 hourly depending on the position category. Time and a half is paid for over 40 hours worked weekly. All are temporary positions running from Oct. 17 to 21
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DCF Hiring Temporary Workers to Help With Emergency Food for Florida Program
"As a result of Hurricane Irma, the Florida Department of Children and Families (DCF) is hiring 500 temporary workers for the Southeast Region to support the Disaster Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (D-SNAP) ..."
Applicants do not need to have a high school diploma or GED. The successful candidate must pass a level 2 criminal background check. Interested candidates must register with Remedy Intelligent Staffing and Integrity Trade Services. Contact information and details for Integrity is as follows: Jessica Perez, Branch Manager, 2335 NW 107 Ave #2M53, Doral, Fl. 33172 Phone: 954-973-7600
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Florida KidCare Announces Extended Deadline Following Hurricane Irma
"Florida KidCare state agency partners - the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration, Florida Department of Health Children's Medical Services, and Florida Healthy Kids Corporation - are providing an extended deadline for Florida KidCare families, who may have been impacted by Hurricane Irma, to pay their October insurance premiums ..."
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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Legal Aid Society Online Intake Application
The Legal Aid programs that currently can be applied for through the online intake system are:
- Consumer
- Domestic Violence
- Education
- Elder Law
- Family Law
- Housing
- Immigration
And more
Applications can be submitted by:
- Potential clients
- Family members or friends of potential clients
- Social service/community agency staff on behalf of potential clients
Right now the application is only available in English, but we hope within the next couple of months to have Spanish and Haitian-Creole versions available.
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