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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, May 9, 9:30 am - Divas in the Trucking Industry: Online
Tue, May 9, 10:00 am - Countywide Community Revitalization Meeting: Virtual and in-person
Tue, May 9, 10:00 am - SCORE PBC Presents: Loyalty Programs: Online
Tue, May 9, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, May 10, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, May 10, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Thu, May 11, 9:00 am - Center for Child Counseling Presents: Healing the Healers: Online
Mon, May 15, 5:00 pm - Back to School PBC - Last Day to Register: Online
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Countywide Community Revitalization Team Meeting In-Person and Virtual
Join the Countywide Community Revitalization Team (CCRT) meeting hosted by the Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, at 10 a.m. The meeting will be held both virtually and in person at the Vista Center Hearing Room 1E-60, 2300 N Jog Rd., in West Palm Beach. The virtual meeting can be accessed through the link below or via conference call. CCRT members and OCR staff will provide updates on projects currently underway and/or planned to address community needs.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Vista Center Hearing Room 1E-60, 2300 N Jog Rd., in West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Divas in the Trucking Industry Upcoming Trainings
The Florida Women's Business Center is presenting a series of trainings for the month of May. Learn more by clicking on the link below.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 | 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: Loyalty Programs, Why, How
Get tips to design a loyalty program that attracts customers and helps grow your customer base.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 9, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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Center for Child Counseling Presents: Healing the Healers - Free Upcoming Trainings
May is Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care Awareness Month. In this intensive live, virtual workshop, participants will learn about: Defining the Role of a Healer/Helper; Types and Causes of Stress; Biology and Physiology of Stress, and more.
WHEN: Thursday, May 11, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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Back to School PBC Event - Last Day to Register is May 15 - Register Today!
The registration deadline for this year's Back To School PBC! event is rapidly approaching. The registration deadline is Monday, May 15, 2023, by 5:00 PM. During the event, registered students will receive free backpacks, school supplies, books, socks, dental goodie bags, soaps, health checks, haircuts, and other community resources. Entertainment and free meals for participating students will be also provided.
WHEN: Monday, May 15, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
TO REGISTER: Register today at the following link: http://backtoschoolpbc.org and enter code PBCOCR to begin with registration. Please note that students must reside in designated CCRT neighborhoods or mobile home parks located within unincorporated County to participate in the event.
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NEW: ParentChild+ School Readiness Program
The ParentChild+ program is an early literacy, school readiness home visiting program. ParentChild+ supports the parent in their role as their child’s first and most important teacher. The high-quality educational books and toys provided are free gifts to the families and by the time they complete the program, they will have received a library of up to 23 books and 23 toys.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (brochure)
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NEW: Glades Early Childhood Center Registration
The Glades Early Childhood Center staff provides a safe and positive environment for school-aged youth to engage in developmentally appropriate activities to stimulate their growth intellectually, physically, and socially.
CONTACT: Angela Blackman is the contact person and the email is gladesearlychildhood@gmail.org
Click here to learn more
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Healthier Glades Presents: Mental Health Resource Fair
Healthier Glades is hosting a Mental Health Resource Fair on May 23, 2023, at 5:30 pm at
Belle Glade Civic Center.
WHEN: Tuesday, May 23, 2023 | 5:30 p.m.
TO REGISTER AS A VENDOR: If you are interested in being a vendor, please email Annie Ifill, Project Director at annie.glades@htpbc.org
Click here to learn more
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Healthier Glades Presents: Mental Health First Aid Training
Healthier Glades is offering a Mental Health First Aid (Adult in-person) on Wednesday, May
31st and June 3rd from 9 am-1 pm located at Federation of Families in the Okeechobee Housing Authority.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31 & June 3, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Be Well Center 19 Everglades Street; Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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City of Pahokee Hosts Juneteenth Celebrating Annual Festival
Celebrate Juneteenth in Pahokee - kids' corner, talent show, rib and bake-off, vendors, food, music, and more!
WHEN: Saturday, June 17, 2023 | 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Martin Luther King Park, 100 E 5th St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Apply Now for Paid Virtual Summer Work Readiness Programs for Youth and Young Adults at CareerSource
Applications are now open for CareerSource Palm Beach County’s 5-week paid summer work readiness program for youth and young adults. Participants earn $15 per hour for 30
hours per week attending any of three online workforce readiness programs:
Click here to learn more
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Community Foundation Scholarship Opens April 26
The Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties will begin accepting applications for its annual scholarship program on April 26. More than $1.3 million is available for promising high school students who plan to enroll in college in 2023 and the average award for each scholarship winner is expected to be $10,000 this year.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Makes $1 Million Available for HOME Investments Partnerships
On Wednesday, May 10, 2023, Palm Beach County Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) will make available $1,000,000 from the federal HOME Investments Partnership Program (HOME) through Request for Proposals (RFP) HED.2023.3. These funds will serve as the Local Government Area of Opportunity (LGAOF) contribution for a rental housing project seeking funding through the Florida Housing Finance Corporation’s (FHFC) 9% Housing Credits Program RFA 2023-202.
Click here to learn more
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New Hope Charities Summer Camp
Register for New Hope Charities' Summer Camp today. Skill-building exercises and activities: STEAM, literacy, nutrition, character-building, etc.
Click here to learn more
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Food Finder Map
An interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. This online tool was created to connect individuals seeking food resources to sites near them. Information is English, Spanish, and Creole. United Way updates the information listed on this map weekly. However, locations and hours of distribution may change. Please consider calling the site prior to visiting to verify the information listed. Please note that sites may have specific requirements such as ID.
CONTACT: To access the United Way of Palm Beach County's Food Finder map, click here
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Lake Okeechobee
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in the Lake Okeechobee S352 (Lakeside) water body. This is in response to water samples taken on May 3rd, 2023. The public should exercise caution in and around these areas. This is a recreational surface water alert, drinking water is not affected.
Click here to learn more
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PBC BCC Briefs - May 2, 2023
At the May 2, 2023, Board of County Commissioners meeting, the board took action on the regular agenda.
Click here to learn more
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EveryParent: The Power of Descriptive Praise
Descriptive praise can be a powerful tool for a parent to encourage good behavior. Providing attention to your child when they are behaving, increases the chances of that behavior happening again.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, May 4, 2023
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, May 8, 2023
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofits First Presents: Taking Your Nonprofit Story to Print
John James Coleman and Tom Elia, with the Palm Beach Post (the guys who receive most of your pitches) to learn what they look for in choosing stories to cover.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Children's Services Council, 2300 High Ridge Road, Boynton Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Let's Talk Community Conversations: Trata de Personas
Esta presentacion proporcionara una base importante para que la comunidad reconozca las indicadores de la trata de personas y como responder adecuadamente.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 10, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greenacres Community Center, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL
Click here to learn more
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First Time Homebuyer Education: Keys to Homeownership Workshop
Learn the steps to becoming a homeowner in this free six-hour course. Topics include: basics of homeownership, credit/budget, obtaining a mortgage, searching for a home, home inspection, home insurance, fair housing act, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, May 13, 2023 | 8:45 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Urban League of PBC, 1700 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to learn more
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Get Your Green On with Hanley Foundation
Join for a lunch and learn in awareness of May Mental Health Month - become empowered and equipped to help prevent suicide in your community.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties, 700 S Dixie Hwy, Suite 200, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic: Hurricane Preparedness
John Gerard, Emmy award-winning member of the WPTV Weatherman First Alert Weather and Certified Broadcast Meteorologist - join as John shares his 25 years of experience and expertise tracking and preparing you for hurricanes.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 17, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden (Hutcheson Complex Exhibit Hall) 559 N Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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Resilience and Healing Workshop
May is Mental Health and Trauma-Informed Care Awareness Month! Join us in building
resilience, healing, and well-being. Don't miss our screening of Resilience: The Biology of Stress & The Science of Hope on May 31st!
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31, 2023 | 8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Opportunity Early Childhood Education & Family Center, 4171 Westgate Avenue, West Palm Beach, FL 33409
Click here to learn more
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Let's Talk Community Conversations: ABCD's of Water Safety
The Drowning Prevention Coalition provides free land-based water safety presentations to schools, businesses, and organizations with the mission to prevent drowning by educating residents on water safety and basic rescue techniques.
WHEN: Wednesday, June 7, 2023 | 6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greenacres Community Center, 501 Swain Blvd, Greenacres, FL
Click here to learn more
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SBLConference Early Bird Registration
Visit SBLConference.com to see our full announced lineup of keynotes & workshops and register by May 19th to receive a special Early Bird discount rate & discounted lodging.
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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NEW Job Opportunities - Come Join our Team!
Looking for meaningful work making a difference? Come see the career opportunities at The Glades Initiative, Inc.! We are accepting applicants for the following position:
Food Program Coordinator
Interested applicants can email pdf attachments of their resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the Subject line: Food Coordinator-“Your NAME”
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: 200+ Scholarships, 1 Application
Applying for a scholarship has never been easier. All it takes is one application to be considered for one of 200 Foundation Scholarships. Deadline to apply is Wednesday, May 31, but don’t put it off.
APPLY: https://bit.ly/2JzL0I6
Click here to learn more
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SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITY: Community Foundation
Community Foundation scholarships help Palm Beach and Martin County high school seniors pay their way through college.
Click here to learn more
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GRANT OPPORTUNITY: Palm Beach Flagler Rotary Foundation Grant
This year the Palm Beach Flagler Rotary Club is again awarding grants to local non-profits to help them accomplish their missions. We have been awarding about $15,000 a year in grants for the past eight years. Most of the grants are in the range of $1,000 to $2,000. The money must be used to serve residents of Palm Beach County. We are especially interested in funding projects that require matching grants.
Click here to learn more
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Support The Glades Initiative Through the Bloomin' 4 Good Program
The Glades Initiative has been selected to receive $1 from every $12.99 Bloomin' 4 Good bouquet sold during the month of May 2023 at the Belle Glade Winn-Dixie. The Bloomin' 4 Good program's mission is to benefit carefully vetted local hunger organizations that are selected each month by the Store Leadership Team. Everything you need to create your campaign is just a click away, so find out more on the Bloomin' 4 Good Program website, share the news, and plant some seeds among your supporters!
WHEN: May 2023
WHERE: Winn-Dixie 900 South Main Street, Belle Glade FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Over 100 Affordable Housing Units Approved in Palm Beach County
At the April 18, 2023 Board of County Commissioner’s Meeting, $26M of Multifamily
Housing Revenue Bonds were approved for two projects. Coleman Park Renaissance, to be located on scattered sites in the City of West Palm Beach, will consist of 43 newly constructed affordable units of which 100% will be rented to individuals and families with household incomes that do not exceed 60% of the area median income ($55,200 for a family of four). The total project cost of $19M is expected to include $12M of Housing Finance Authority Multifamily Housing Revenue Bonds.
Click here to learn more
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April Treasure Talk - Caregiving Youth Project
Caregiving Youth Project Newsletter: The AACY Caregiving Youth Project (CYP) helps
identify, recognize, educate, and support students who care for chronically ill, injured,
elderly, or disabled family members. This allows Caregiving Youth to achieve success,
have fun, and make new friends while promoting academic and personal growth.
Click here to learn more
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Mental Health Resource Fair at Belle Glade Civic Center
Healthier Glades is hosting a Mental Health Resource Fair on May 23, 2023, at 5:30 pm at Belle Glade Civic Center.
WHEN: Monday, May 23, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th St Belle Glade, FL 33430
TO REGISTER AS A VENDOR: If you are interested in being a vendor, please email Annie Ifill, Project Director at annie.glades@htpbc.org. Space is limited so please respond as quickly as possible.
Click here to learn more
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Mental Health First Aid (Adult In-Person)
Healthier Glades is offering a Mental Health First Aid (Adult in-person) on Wednesday, May 31st, and June 3rd from 9 am-1 pm located at Federation of Families Be Well Center 19 Everglades Street; Belle Glade, FL 33430 in the Okeechobee Housing Authority. An incentive for your attendance will be given for attending BOTH sessions. Lunch will be provided.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 31 & June 3, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
TO REGISTER: Please click on the link below to register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/618526829397
Click here to learn more
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FWBC Presents: Start, Get Funding, Grow & Run a Successful Business
This workshop covers the services offered by the Florida Women's Business Center (FLBW) to support you in achieving your goals.
WHEN: Thursday, June 22, 2023 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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In Need of Masks? Contact The Glades Initiative, Inc.
If you or people you know need masks, The Glades Initiative has masks and will share them with anyone in the Glades who needs them. These are the white two-ply reusable washable masks given by the health department. Call or come by to pick them up as long as supplies last.
If you are with a group of vulnerable people and need more than 20, call us first and we will do our best to help you get what you need.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Anyone wishing to add their local announcements or events is welcome to submit their information by Friday to be posted the following week. Please include a brief summary of the information to be posted with your contact name, phone number, and/or flyer.
or (561) 996-3310.*
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