Council Member Cisneros is bringing 4 new Anti Human Trafficking mini-murals to the Northside. The images are meant to inspire hope for victims and would also provide them with the National Human Trafficking Tip Hotline number. Please vote for the images on the online survey that you feel would be most uplifting and would best inspire hope and healing. The survey closes Nov. 15th. Learn more about the City's partnership with UP Art Studio for the Mini-Mural Program here

The Houston Parks and Recreation Department 2020-2021 After School Enrichment Program will operate at twenty of the larger Community Centers until May 14, 2021. Denver Harbor, Melrose, Moody, and Stude Community Centers are the District H locations.

More information here. Register here.

Sam Houston MSTC is planning a Drive-Thru Posada Navideña to bring holiday cheer to the school community on December 17th. The celebration will include, lights, performances from Sam Houston's Mariachi, Band, Dance, a special guest passing out candy bags, and much more.

Come out and support by donating gifts, gift cards, etc. showcasing and advertising your work place. Please contact Hermelinda Cazares at HCAZARES@houstonisd.org if you want be a part of the event.

Clark Park Community Center will have Walk-Up COVID-19 testing from November 4-6th, 10AM - 5:30 PM. The test administered is the nose self-swab and no appointment is required.

Houston's COVID-19 positivity rate increased to 6.7% this week. With the holidays approaching, please be safe by continuing to wear a mask and to practice social distancing. Please get tested if you believe if you have been exposed to COVID-19. Information on dates, times, and locations of testing sites are available on the City of Houston's Free COVID-19 website. Call 832-393-4220 to reach the COVID-19 call center.

TxDOT is still accepting public comments on the Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) through December 9th. Review the FEIS document here.

Wednesday, November 11th is Veterans Day. Please remember to thank and express appreciation to our District H Veterans on this special day. Thank you also to all the organizations and groups that support and provide resources to our Veterans.

Below are a few resources for Veterans:

Harris County has allocated $40 million of CARES funding for Harris County residents, which will provide $1,200 payments to over 30 thousand families in need. Catholic Charities will be administrating the fund. The application closes November 6th, this Friday. Families must meet the criteria and will be randomly selected.

Visit here for more information and for the application.

Harris County is seeking proposals from public, private, and nonprofit entities for the newly approved Early Childhood Impact Fund (ECIF), which will invest up to $10 million in programs and interventions with significant potential to dramatically improve early childhood outcomes in Harris County:

Information sessions will be held for each of the Requests for Proposals (RFPs). Sign up by emailing Sandra.Melancon@pur.hctx.net. For more info and any updates, please visit our website.

Applications are being accepted for rental assistance for past due rent for September and October. Landlords and tenants can sign up by going to the BakerRipley Portal.Even if the Landlord is not signed up, a tenant can still register and the City will try to help.

To apply, click here.

Memorial Assistance Ministries (non-profit agency) in partnership with Greater Houston COVID-19 Recovery Fund, United Way Houston, and Greater Houston Community Foundation have partnered up to assist families that have lost loved ones because of COVID-19. Financial assistance will be paid to immediate family members who resided in the same household of the deceased. Families can receive $3,500 per death in the household as well as information and referrals to grief counseling. Recipients legal status will not be required.

More information here.

Friends of Northside Resources will host a Prayer Walk & Flyer Distribution on Nov. 14th at the Friends of Northside Resource Center, 1913 Fletcher St,. Houston, TX 77009. Volunteers will begin inflating the balloons at 10:30 AM. Contact Karina at karina@attackpoverty.org to volunteer.

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Production Assistant in Medical Supply Warehouse in the East End: Call 281-542-7348 and ask for Krys Bryan or Diana Ortiz with Meador Staffing if interested. More information here.

Goodwill Houston Offers Free Job Training: More information here.

Free 4-Week Computer Support Specialist Training: HCC Southwest West Loop Campus, November 16-December 18, from 9AM-1PM. More information here.

Graphic Design Paid Training: Ages 16-24 Virtual Career Training. More information here.

Free Tuition and Supplies for Healthcare Training! Provided by San Jacinto College, you can find more information and requirements here.

Call Center and Customer Service Training: Enroll here today!

*Please refer to the District H Resource page for more opportunities.*

Check out our District H Resources Page for links and more information about available resources. Resources are updated every week.

Download the 311 app to your Android or iPhone. When you see an issue in your neighborhood, use the app to report it. You can even include photos! If you prefer to talk directly to a representative about your issue, or want to request information about City resources, birth certificates, elections, and more, call 713-837-0311. Remember: Always call 911 in the case of an emergency!