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~~~ This Week ~~~


Mon, Nov 18 - Applications Open: Serve as a Summer Camp Provider in 2025

Mon, Nov 18, 4:00 pm - Workshop on Temporary Protection Status at BG Library

Tue, Nov 19, 9:00 am - PATCH Monthly Meeting, The Glades Initiative, BG: Hybrid

Tue, Nov 19, 10:00 am - Master Gardener Lecture Series at Belle Glade Library

Tue, Nov 19, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone

Wed, Nov 20, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice-open to anyone

Wed, Nov 20, 10:00 am - Inclusive Advocacy with Sandra Harrell: Online

Wed, Nov 20, 1:00 pm - Eearned Income Tax Credit Symposium: Online

Wed, Nov 20, 2:00 pm - Belle of the Bee at Belle Glade Library

Thu, Nov 21, 22, 9:00 am - Mental Health First Aid Training for Glades Residents: Zoom

Thu, Nov 21, 9:00 am - Car Seats in the Glades, PBC Fire Rescue, Pahokee

Thu, Nov 21, 10:00 am - Thanksgiving Senior Citizen Turkey Give-A-Way, Pahokee

Thu, Nov 21, 6:00 pm - SCORE Presents: Managing Your People Resources

Fridays - FREE Family Weekend Meal Kits, Glades Area Libraries

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00 am - Farm Share event at Pahokee Deliverance

Sat, Nov 23, 10:00 am - Healthy Eating Healthy Living Free Expo at BG Civic Center

Sat, Nov 23, 3:00 pm - Friendsgiving Bracelets at Pahokee Library

Tue, Nov 26, 10:00 am - Sign up for FREE Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installations

Tue, Nov 26, 2:00 pm - Second Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive, MLK Park, Pahokee

Glades Area

Applications Open: Interested in Serving as a Summer Camp Provider in 2025?


The Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides full tuition and fees for summer camp for children residing in families with income at or below 185% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. Funded by the Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners and the Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County, the Summer Camp Scholarship Program gives children educational and recreational opportunities for growth. Providers are now invited to apply with the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department to join the approved list of summer camp providers for summer 2025.


WHEN: Monday, Nov 18-Jan 10, 2024



Click here to learn more

Florida Immigration Coalition Presents Workshop on Temporary Protection Status at BG Library


A representative from the Florida Immigration Coalition will be coming out to the Belle Glade

Library this Monday 11/18 4 pm - 5 pm, for a workshop on Temporary Protection Status. The workshop is primarily for the Haitian immigrants.


WHEN: Monday, Nov 18, 2024 | 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430



Click here to learn more

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.
  • 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

PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)


The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024, at 9:00 AM. It is a hybrid meeting, but you are encouraged to attend in person at the Glades Initiative bldg.


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430

MEETING LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4457939554?pwd=L2sxT1FTOWlOVlZGZkJ1d2wwN3ZyZz09 (Meeting ID: 445 793 9554

Passcode: 1234)



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Master Gardener Volunteer Lecture Series at Belle Glade Library


A Beginner’s Course on Growing Nutritious Fruits, Vegetables and Herbs.


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 19, Dec 3, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430



Click here to learn more

Inclusive Advocacy with Sandra Harrell


Palm Beach County Victim Services, in collaboration with the Palm Beach County Domestic Violence Coordinated Community Response (DV CCR), presents the Inclusive Advocacy Webinar Series. This three-part series is designed to enhance the capacity of Victim Advocates and Prosecutors to support domestic violence victims and survivors with disabilities.


WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 20, Dec 2, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Online



Click here to learn more

Earned Income Tax Credit 50-Year Anniversary Awareness Day Symposium


From the IRS: "We are pleased to announce that we are launching our latest outreach initiative focusing on the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) turning 50. The main objective of this EITC50 nationwide initiative is to invite partners and external organizations to an EITC symposium promoting partner participation in the 2025 EITC Awareness Day events. The symposium will raise awareness of EITC and other available refundable credits, promote free volunteer tax return preparation sites across the nation, and share partners’ best practices and testimonials on hosting EITC Awareness Day events"


WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 | 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Online

REGISTER: Register by clicking here



Click here to learn more

Belle of the Bee at Belle Glade Library


Ever wanted to test your spelling might? Go against your friends at the Belle Glade Library's first official Spelling Bee!


WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade 33430



Click here to learn more

Mental Health First Aid Training for Glades Residents


Alpert Jewish Services and Healthier Glades are excited to offer two upcoming virtual Mental Health First Aid trainings tailored for Glades residents. These sessions will equip participants with essential skills to support mental health in our community. Important Details: Certificate Requirement: To receive a certificate of completion, participants must complete all pre-work and post-work assignments. Registration Deadline: Please register by November 7, 2024 by scanning the QR code in the attached flyer.


WHEN: Thursday, Nov 21, 22, Dec 11, 13, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. (Nov 21, 22), 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Dec 11, 13)

WHERE: Blended/Zoom



Click here to learn more

Car Seats in the Glades


Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and partners invite you to schedule an appointment for their "Car Seats in the Glades" event.


WHEN: Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Station 72, 615 S Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL



Click here to learn more

Thanksgiving Senior Citizen Turkey Give-A-Way


This give-a-way is for Pahokee senior citizens only. Seniors must have a voucher. Vouchers are available at Pahokee City Hall.


WHEN: Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 | 10:00 a.m.

WHERE: 171 Nort Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476


Click here to learn more

SCORE Presents: Managing Your People Resources


Understanding the employer's responsibility in the ever-changing federal employment law landscape is difficult and time-consuming. This workshop focuses on educating business owners regarding current employment laws and how they impact business practices. Discussing the Immigration Reform & Control Act (IRCA), Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and many other Federal Regulations, this session provides insight regarding what employers need to do to ensure their business is in compliance with these regulations and many more. Fee: Free.


WHEN: Thursday, Nov 21, 2024 | 6:00 p.m.

WHERE: Virtual


Click here to learn more

FREE Family Weekend Meal Kits


Each child is eligible for one free weekend meal kit every Friday while supplies last. Eligible children are ages 18 and younger. Sponsored by Palm Beach County Food Bank and Pan-Florida Challenge, and hosted by Palm Beach County Library System.


WHEN: Every Friday

WHERE: 

Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade FL 33430

Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay FL 33493

Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee FL 33476


Click here to learn more

Farm Share: Feeding Florida Families


Farm Share is coming to Pahokee's Pahokee Deliverance Christian Center on Nov 23.


WHEN: Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Pahokee Deliverance Christian Center, 168 East 4th St, Pahokee, FL 33476



Click here to learn more

Healthy Eating Healthy Living Free Expo and Resource Fair


The Healthy Eating Healthy Living Free Expo and Resource Fair will be held Saturday, Nov 23 at the Belle Glade Civic Center. The event is free and open to the public.


WHEN: Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Friendsgiving Bracelets at Pahokee Library


Create friendship bracelets to give out in November at the Loula V York Library in Pahokee!


WHEN: Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Loula V York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee, FL 33476

CONTACT: 561-924-5928



Click here to learn more

Sign up for FREE Smoke/Carbon Monoxide Alarm Installations


CAll to sign up for free smoke-carbon monoxide alarm installations in your home, presented by Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and American Red Cross. Sign up by Nov 15.


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

TO SIGN UP: Call 561-616-7034



Click here to learn more

Second Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive


Muck City Marketing Missions Matters Inc. is excited to announce our 2nd Annual Thanksgiving Turkey Drive Tri-City Giveaway! We’re proud to serve the families in the Muck City area of Pahokee, Belle Glade, and South Bay. Join us at MLK Park in Pahokee on November 26th at 2:00 PM for an event filled with gratitude and community spirit as we provide turkeys to families in need this Thanksgiving season. If you are a nonprofit organization and would like to share your resources with the community, this is your opportunity.


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 26, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: MLK Park, Pahokee, FL 33476



Click here to learn more

GRANTS: American Heart Association Mini-Grants Available


Organizations in Palm Beach, Martin, St Lucie, and Okeechobee counties can apply to fund sustainable projects centered on: blood pressure control, nutrition security, tobacco-free and vape-free environments, and cardiac emergency response plans.



Click here to learn more

Dolly Hand Season Kicks off with Holiday Party Dec 5!


From Dolly Hand Cultural Arts: "I invite you to join us at the Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center this season! From performances that you know and love, to artists performing in The Glades for the first time, this season has something for everyone of all ages. We officially kick off the season on Thursday, December 5th with our annual Holiday Party. From 6:00-8:00 pm, we will have fun activities, delicious treats, and a guest appearance from Santa, all set to the backdrop of the beautiful Festival of Trees in the lobby."


WHEN: Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

WHERE: Dolly Hand Cultural Arts Center, 1977 SW College Drive, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Palm Tran Presents: Stuff the Bus


Join Palm Tran and PBC League of Cities again this year to help fill a Palm Tran Bus with unwrapped/new toys. Donate by December 10th, and the toys will be distributed to underprivileged children from Belle Glade, Pahokee, and South Bay.


Donate by:

WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 

CONTACT: For more information, email pt-pr@pbcgov.org



Click here to learn more

Home, Health, and Harmony: Your Journey to Homeownership and Wellness


Save the date for a workshop entitled "Home, Health, and Harmony: Your Journey to Homeownership and Wellness".


WHEN: Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

WHERE: West Technical Education Center, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Dress for Success: Thanksgiving Turkey for a Suiting


Attention women in the Belle Glade area! If you need professional clothing for an interview, employment, or other opportunities, we invite you to visit our boutique in Belle Glade. During your visit in November, the first 20 clients will receive a gift card for your Turkey!


CONTACT: Call 561-983-8179 to schedule your appointment.



Click here to learn more

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.
  • 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 in 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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PBC Library System Provides Weekend Meal Kits for Kids


Each child is eligible for one free weekend meal kit every Friday while supplies last. Eligible children are ages 18 and younger. Sponsored by Palm Beach County Food Bank and Pan-Florida Challenge, and hosted by Palm Beach County Library System.


WHEN: Every Friday

WHERE: 

Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade FL 33430

Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay FL 33493

Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee FL 33476



Click here to learn more

Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Nov 14, 2024


Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.


Click here to learn more

Job Opportunities


In the Glades


Finfrock


CareerSource Hot Jobs

Indeed Jobs

U.S. Sugar

Other Areas

Zeus Consulting Services Presents: Small Business, Women-Owned, Minority-Owned Certifications


This cohort will guide Palm Beach County businesses through the certification process for small, minority-owned, and women-owned businesses at city, county, state, and federal levels.


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024

WHERE: Virtual and Hybrid



Click here to learn more

Urban League of Palm Beach County Annual Meeting


The Urban League of Palm Beach County invites you to their Annual Meeting, where they will reflect on their accomplishments from the past year and share our vision for the future. This event is an opportunity to connect with fellow supporters, hear updates on our programs, and participate in shaping our initiatives moving forward.


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

WHERE: 1700 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407



Click here to learn more

Canceled: Countywide Community Revitalization Team Meeting


The CCRT meeting scheduled for November 19, 2024, has been canceled. The Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) will resume the CCRT meetings on December 17, 2024 @ 10:00 a.m. OCR apologizes for any inconvenience. 


WHEN: Tuesday, Nov 19, 2024 (will resume DEC 17, 2024 at 10:00 a.m.)



Click here to learn more

Community ID of The Palm Beaches


The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for ANY resident who may have limited access to government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community.


It is not a government-issued form of ID or a driver’s license, but it is a verifiable form of identification that says you are a part of our community. It can be used within your community to gain access to essential services and as a tool to better identify, serve, and protect you.


WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 19, 20, 21, 2024 | check link for locations and times

WHERE: Bridges of Highland, 305 Lake Avenue, Lake Worth, FL (and other locations)


Click here to learn more (English, Haitian Creole, Spanish)

Hot Topic Luncheon: National Popular Vote


Need a fresh look at presidential elections? Attend the next Hot Topic to hear a dynamic presentation about National Popular Vote, the expanding movement that will guarantee the presidency to the candidate who receives the most individual votes nationwide. Hear how elections will be different under National Popular Vote and how close the country is to seeing this happen.


WHEN: Wednesday, Nov 20, 2024 | 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Fountains Country Club, Lake Worth Road, Lake Worth, FL



Click here to learn more

Housing Incentives Review and Recommendations Report Meeting


Palm Beach County’s advisory board, the Commission on Affordable Housing (CAH) has completed its Draft 2024 Housing Incentives Review and Recommendations Report. The Report contains recommendations to facilitate the development of affordable housing through changes to the County’s established policies, procedures, ordinances, land development regulations, and comprehensive plan. 


WHEN: Friday, Nov 22, 2024 | 10:00 a.m.

WHERE: 100 Australian Avenue, Suite 1-470 (First Floor Training Room), West Palm Beach, FL 33406



Click here to learn more

Home for the Holidays Adoption Event at PBC Animal Care and Control


Come out to PBCACC and help find loving families for the homeless pets of Palm

Beach County! Not only will this adoption event save lives, but attendees can also spin

the prize wheel for rewards, participate in the pet toy drive sponsored by Life with Reef

or join the silent auction


WHEN: Saturday, Nov 23, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: 7100 Belvedere Road, West Palm Beach, 33411



Click here to learn more

Zeus Consulting Services Presents: Business Workshop, How to Optimize Your Business


This class will teach businesses how to optimize their business operations by identifying key areas for improvement, streamlining processes, and enhancing resource management.


WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 3, 10, 17, Jan 7, 2024

WHERE: Virtual and Hybrid



Click here to learn more

Securing Our Future: Economic Mobility Summit


The summit workshops will feature local organizations showcasing initiatives designed to advance economic mobility, particularly for low-income families. Each panel will pair local leaders with national experts to share research and best practices relevant to the discussions, with the goal of inspiring local leaders to adopt innovative strategies in their plans.


WHEN: Monday, Dec 9, 2024 | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Palm Beach Gardens Marriott, 4000 RCA Boulevard Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410



Click here to learn more

Previous Postings - Glades Area

2024 Glades Area Resource Guide Is Now Available


The 2024 Glades Area Resource Guide is now available online! You can access the digital copy by visiting our website at gladesinitiative.org or by clicking on the link below.


Distribution of the printed copies will be available in limited quantities next week and then more in early July. Stay tuned for more information.


2024 Glades Area Resource Guide

Vote for The Glades Initiative as a Target Circle Participant!


The Glades Initiative is currently a Target Circle participant. Voting is open for our organization through the Target mobile app and website until December 31, 2024.


Voting

WHEN: Now, through Tuesday, Dec 31, 2024 


Click here to learn more

Click here to learn more (how to vote)

Learn About The Glades Initiative's Services!


Are you in need of emergency food assistance, or help navigation service applications? Are you a senior who needs additional support or someone who needs helps accessing women's health services? We offer these and many other services at The Glades Initiative! Click below to learn more! 


Navigation Services (English/Creole)

Navigation Services (English/Spanish)

Senior Support Program (English/Spanish)

Women's Health Care Program

Food Pantry Services

Level II Background Screenings


CONTACT: For more information, call The Glades Initaitive at 561-996-3310

How You Can Help Bring Summer EBT Benefits to Families


Summer EBT is a federal program that helps families buy food for school-aged children during the summer months. Each eligible child can receive $120 for food without impacting immigration status or participation in other summer meal programs. Unfortunately, Florida opted out for 2024 but has until Jan 1, 2025 to decide to administer the program in summer of 2025 - find out what you can do to help bring benefits to families.



Click here to learn more

United Way of Palm Beach County Project Thanksgiving


Every day, over 173,000 people in Palm Beach County face the daunting challenge of putting food on the table. As the holiday season approaches, this struggle becomes more pronounced, making it harder for families to enjoy a festive meal together. Project Thanksgiving, a collaboration between United Way of Palm Beach County, CBS12 News, and the Palm Beach County Food Bank is a 34-year-long campaign to ensure everyone has a seat at the table. Please consider contributing to Project Thanksgiving.


Click here to learn more

PBC Dept of Housing and Economic Development Needs Input on Community Needs


HED is preparing a Five Year Consolidated Plan in order to receive federal grant funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The plan will identify community needs in the areas of housing, economic development, and community development, and will establish priorities for the use of Community Development Block Grant, HOME Investments Partnership, and Emergency Solutions Grant Program, funding during October 1, 2025 – September 30, 2029.



Click here to learn more

Center for Child Counseling Newsletter


Read the latest newsletter from the Center for Child Counseling.


Click here to learn more

2024 Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce Holiday Mixer


You are invited to the Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce Holiday Mixer at the Bank of Belle Glade. Food and door prizes.


WHEN: Thursday, Dec 5, 2024 | 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: Bank of Belle Glade, 108 SE Ave D, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events


The Coalition for Independent Living Options, Inc (CILO) is happy to host the Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office to offer the CRASE presentation. CRASE is the Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events Presentation. This is being offered to all interested agencies for FREE via ZOOM.


WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 10, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Zoom

REGISTER: Register by clicking here



Click here to learn more

Financial Literacy Workshop at The Glades Initiative in Haitian Creole: Personal Obstacles to Budgeting


In this workshop participants will identify personal obstacles to budgeting, and create and apply a structure to tract and analyze spending.


WHEN: Wednesday, Dec 11, 2024 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL. 33430

Contact: For more information, call Ms. Fabienne at 561.996.3310


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Posting Information
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. 

*If you want to submit a posting please email us at updates@gladesinitiative.org
or (561) 996-3310.*
 
If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at volunteer@gladesinitiative.org