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The Glades Initiative will be Closed for President's Day
The Glades Initiative office will be closed on Monday, Feb 20, 2023, in honor of President's Day. We will open again on Tuesday, Feb 21, 2023, at 8 a.m. The next eblast edition will also be published on Tuesday, Feb 23, 2022.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon, Feb 13, 5:30 pm - Active Parenting - the First Five Years, Pahokee Library
Tue, Feb 14, 2:00 - 6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open
Tue, Feb 14, 9:00 am - Free Food Distribution at Hand Park, Belle Glade
Tue, Feb 14, 9:30 am - Divas in the Trucking Industry: Zoom
Wed, Feb 15, 8:30 - 11 am & 2:00 - 4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open
Wed, Feb 15, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, Feb 15, 12:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: Managing Human Resources: Virtual
Thu, Feb 16, 12:00 pm - Tune In, Talk More, Take Turns Parent Workshop, ABC Playschool, S. Bay
Thu, Feb 16, 9:30 am - Congresswoman Lois Frankel Roundtable Nonprofits Serving PBC: Virtual
Thu, Feb 16, 5:30 pm - Leadership Engage Class of 2024 Information Session, Belle Glade
Sat, Feb 18, 10:00 am - Local Organizations to Provide Free Health Services, South Bay
Sun, Feb 19, 3:00 pm - Belle Glade Prayer Walk, Loading Ramp, Belle Glade
Sun, Feb 19, 3:30 pm - Book Discussion, Zora Neale Hurston, BG Branch Library
Mon, Feb 13, All Day - The Glades Initiative Office Closed for President's Day
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Support The Glades Initiative through the Honda Classic - Compete for a Chance to Win a Car!
Your donation will bring a 5% match and you get the chance to win a new car by guessing how many Birdies are made in the Honda Classic this year.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
TO MAKE DONATION: Visit https://hondaclassiccares.org/birdies/donate-charity/?code=TGI
Click here to learn more (Pledge Form and past guesses)
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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
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 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 (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)
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Active Parenting (The First Five Years)
Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County presents Active Parenting: First Five Years! Active Parenting helps parents and caregivers of children ages 0-5, build a strong foundation! It covers topics such as: 6 ways to Prepare your child for school, What a baby’s cry means, child brain development, and more!
WHEN: Monday, Feb 13, 27, 2023 | 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Loula V York Library, 525 Bacom Point Rd Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: Evelyn Loud evelyn.loud@elcpalmbeach.org
Click here to learn more
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Free Food Distribution Event at Hand Park
Residents can pick up free food during a food distribution event at Hand Park in Belle Glade. Meats, vegetables, fruits, canned goods, and more.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 14, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Hand Park, 500 W Canal St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Divas in the Trucking Industry
Help clients to understand the industry, identify profitability, and more!
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 14, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: Managing Human Resources in 2023
Learn everything you need to know in order to safely and successfully hire employees.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 15, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Congresswoman Lois Frankel: Roundtable Discussion with Not for Profits Serving PBC
The Congresswoman wants to hear what’s happening with their operations and how we can be of assistance.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 16, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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3Ts - Tune In, Talk More, Take Turns - Parent/Caregiver Workshop
Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County presents 3Ts (Tune In, Talk More, Take Turns)! Learn to make the most of everyday interactions with your children ages 0-3 and promote brain development with the 3Ts parent workshop!
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 16, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: ABC Playschool, 1165 Dr MLK Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL 33493
CONTACT: Evelyn Loud evelyn.loud@elcpalmbeach.org
Click here to learn more
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Leadership Engage Class of 2024 Information Session
Learn more about Leadership Palm Beach County's Engage Program and how to make your application the best that it can be by attending one of our four Information Sessions, including one in Belle Glade.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 16, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lawrence E. Will Museum of the Glades, 530 S Main St., Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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First Church of God South Bay and Glades Faith-Based Health Educators Offer Free Health Services
First Church of God South Bay, Glades Faith-Based Health Educators, and the American Heart Association will be providing free health services.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 18, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: 156 NW 9th Avenue, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Belle Glade Prayer Walk: Stop the Violence and Crime
The Glades Area Ministerial Association hosts Belle Glade Prayer Walk: Stop the Violence and Crime.
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 19, 2023 | 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Loading Ramp
Click here to learn more
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Book Discussion: "Jonah's Gourd Vine" by Zora Neale Hurston
Copies are available at the Member Services Desk. Refreshments provided. (60 min.) Preregister.
WHEN: Sunday, Feb 19, 2023 | 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofits First Presents: Fundraising for Nonprofit Organizations
Fundraising is one of the central activities of a nonprofit organization and nonprofit management. This course offers an introduction to fundraising for nonprofit organizations, with an emphasis on the fundamental issues.
WHEN: Monday, Feb 20 - March 30, 2023 | Self-paced
WHERE: Online
Click here to learn more
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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)
The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Jan 17, 2023. Glades Initiative is hosting the in-person meeting. You can also attend via Zoom, please see the link below.
WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 21, 2023 | 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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What's Bugging You: Healthy Home Series
Join us for the first of 3 sessions of our healthy home series as we address the importance of keeping our homes healthy and what effect does insects and rodents have on our overall health and wellness. Program also available virtually.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 21, April 18, June 20, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Parks and Recreation, 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Community Forum to Shape PBC Library System Future
You are invited to participate in a community forum to help shape the future of the Palm Beach County Library System. Your insights will have a direct impact on the mission to connect communities, inspire thought, and enrich lives.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Teen Virtual Visual Arts and Poetry Contest
Calling students ages 13-21 to create a visual art or written piece depicting self-love.
Due
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 23, 2023
Click here to learn more
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Florida Women's Business Center Hosts Free Zoom Workshop on RangeMe
The Florida Women's Business Center is hosting a free workshop via Zoom on RangeMe, a platform for retailers to discover new products to carry in their retail stores.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 24, 2023 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Peppi Head Start Civil Rights March at Peppi Head Start
Come out and join a march signifying celebrating Black history, educating our children and families, and connecting the community.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 24, 2023 | 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Peppi Head Start, 301 SW 8th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Dr Martin Luther King Jr & Malcolm X, South Bay Library
A conversation about the lives and legacies of the two influential leaders. Receive an optional reading list. Ages 12-18. (45 min.) Preregister.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 24, 2023 | 3:30 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Black History Month Storytime at Clarence E Anthony Library
Hear stories about influential Black leaders, artists, activists and scientists in American history. (30
min.)
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 | 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Book Discussion: "In the Name of Emmett Till" at Clarence E Anthony Library
Led by Dr. Esther Berry. Pick up a copy of the book from the Member Services Desk.
Refreshments provided. (2 hr.)
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 25, 2023 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Library, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Virtual Internship Expo
CareerSource of Palm Beach County presents: the Palm Beach County Virtual Internship Expo. Register online.
WHEN: Friday, March 3, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Glades 2023 Outreach Event
Join to preview upcoming capital improvement projects, connect with prime contractors and agency contacts, and much more.
WHEN: Thursday, April 13, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Lomax Harrelle Pavilion, Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Youth Summit: The Best of Me & Me
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County will be held at Palm Beach Central High School and is free to middle and high school students. Community service hours available. The Youth Summit is also looking for presenters!
WHEN: Saturday, April 29, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Central High School, 8499 W Forest Hill Blvd, Wellington, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (presenter form)
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Scholarship Opportunity: William A. Cruickshank Scholarship
The Palm Beach County League of Cities is currently accepting applications for the 2023 William A. Cruickshank Scholarship. Applicants must be PBC High School seniors and PBC municipal employees.
Click here to learn more
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KIN Support Project
Raising A Loved One’s Children? Know Someone Who Is? Don’t Know Where To Turn? The KIN Support Project is available to assist.
WHEN: Participants can register for classes/groups on the HMHB website www.hmhbpbc.org Check out our Calendar to view upcoming classes or groups.
WHERE: 1500 NW Avenue L Suite B, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: Kimberly Richardson - 561-324-1114, https://familiesfirstpbc.org/kin-support/
or Intake@familiesfirstpbc.org
Click here to learn more
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Taxes Filed Free Program through United Way of PBC
United Way of Palm Beach County has partnered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide free, confidential, and secure preparation and efiling of tax returns to qualified taxpayers. To qualify, taxpayer’s income must have been $70,000 or less in 2022. You may be eligible for up to $6,935 in Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC). Taxes Filed Free service gives you two options to choose from to e-file your tax return. All options are supported by IRS-Certified Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) volunteers.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (flyer)
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Summer Camp Scholarship Program for PBC Residents
The Summer Camp Scholarship Program provides full-tuition and fees for summer camp for children residing in families with income at or below 150% of Federal Poverty Guidelines. It allows parents to work with the knowledge that their children are safe. It gives children educational and recreational opportunities for growth. Parents may choose from participating camps in Palm Beach County.
Deadline for application
WHEN: Friday, April 14, 2023 | 5:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (flyer)
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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
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 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 (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)
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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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RFP Multifamily Rental Housing Development
February 10, 2023, the Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) issued a
Request for Proposal (RFP HED.2023.2) offering $4,633,305 of loan funding to developers
for new construction of Multifamily Rental Housing that will serve households with
income up to 120% of Area Median Income.
Click here to learn more
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Take Stock in Children Tribune
Take Stock in Children Palm Beach County provides an update in its Take Stock Tribune newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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Clerk Report - When Life Gets in the Way of Jury Duty
The mail arrives, and your eyes are immediately drawn to two words emblazoned in yellow: Juror Summons. Apart from fulfilling a civic duty, you now get to be involved in one of the most important parts of the American legal system.
Click here to learn more
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EveryParent - What Parents Say About VPK
What can Voluntary Prekindergarten (VPK) do for your child? Hear about the benefits of VPK from Palm Beach County parents just like you. VPK is a free educational program open to all 4- year-olds in Florida.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Feb 9, 2023
Inside PBC News: The Public Safety Department's Animal Care and Control Division (ACC) is full to capacity. Help ACC by saying I do to your fur-ever Valentine with $14 adoptions on all pets during February. Flying just got easier, and a lot cheaper, with Breeze Airways' Get off the Couch Sale. Registration is now open for the 2023 Back to School PBC! event.
Click here to learn more
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501c News - News from Nonprofits First
Nonprofits First presents 501c News - February 2023.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Feb 13, 2022
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic: Dress for Success
Joe Ann Fletcher, Executive Director of Dress for Success Palm Beaches, will talk about how the organization helps to prepare women for the workforce.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 15, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Mel's Way Bistro, 3536 Via Poinciana, Lake Worth, FL 33467
Click here to learn more
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Black Leadership Summit
The Bold Foundation and The Blackluxe Picnic Festival presents Black Leadership Summit in Boynton Beach.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 17, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Arts and Cultural Center, 125 E Ocean Ave, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Click here to learn more
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Community Action Advisory Board Meeting
Community Action removes barriers and creates opportunities for low-income individuals and families that will enable them to become more self-sufficient.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 21, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center Conference Room, 2300 N Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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A Conversation with Palm Beach County Women in Industry
The Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity presents: A Conversation with Palm Beach County Women in the Industry.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 22, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: Tourist Development Council, 2195 Southern Blvd, Burke Board Room, Floor One, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Dress for Success Palm Beaches Provides Services to Women
Dress for Success Palm Beaches is in Belle Glade to help women with: resume writing, interviewing skills, internet job searches, and more. All services are free.
WHERE: 1089 South Main Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For an appointment call 561-983-8179
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Belle Glade services)
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English Exchange via Zoom, from the PBC Library
The Palm Beach County Library System offers English Exchange classes online via zoom.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach Hosts Awareness Events, Mental Health, Teens, Domestic Violence
Palm Beach County is hosting a number of events to raise awareness of issues and programs targeting mental health, teens, and domestic violence.
Click here to learn more
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Carbonell Awards Seeks College-Bound Applicants for 2023 Jack Zink Memorial Scholarships
Gary Schweikhart, board president of the Carbonell Awards, South Florida’s Theatre & Arts Honors, today reminded college-bound high school students that the nonprofit organization is now accepting applications for its 2023 Jack Zink Memorial Student Scholarships.
Click here to learn more
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School District of Palm Beach County Services for Homeless Children
The School District of Palm Beach County Mckinney-Vento Program Services provide help and services to homeless children.
CONTACT: For more information about the PB School District services for homeless children and families -contact Getro.Richemond@palmbeachschools.org
Phone -561-308-9634
Click here to learn more
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Palm Health Foundation January Newsletter
Palm Health Foundation provides information on its programs and services in its January newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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FRAC Advocate Jan 2023 Newsletter
Read the latest update from FRAC - Jan 2023 newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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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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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.
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