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Township of Bloomfield
Funder: Partners for Health Foundation
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Bloomfield Department of Health & Human Services (BDHHS) has two important initiatives planned for 2021: 1. A 12-week walking program targeting those with limited transportation access and/or limited financial means for other opportunities for exercise; and 2. a program to make the community garden wheelchair accessible. MORE
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Keen Effect Grant
DEADLINE: March 31
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The trades have historically been a male-dominated career field. That, however, is changing as the number of women entering the trades is growing at a rapid pace. KEEN Utility, through the She Builds Grant Program, supports nonprofits that provide trade skills education, networking, and support for girls and women. As trusted contacts in the non-profit world, you are encouraged to nominate a group to be considered for a grant. This program is open to US-based and -operated organizations only, with 501c3 status.
The best part is, organizations themselves don’t have to fill out any application, but merely be entered into the super quick nomination form expiring at the end of the month! 4 grants will be disbursed, including $5,000 cash and up to $3,000 gear stipend per grant.
Nominate your favorite nonprofit now. MORE
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Garden Grant Program
DEADLINE: March 31
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Kids who grow veggies, eat veggies, so school gardens can make a big difference. Through the Garden Grant program, schools and non-profit organizations turn outdoor spaces into powerful hands-on learning gardens that connect kids with food, spark their curiosity and support classroom curriculum. The program provides a $3,000 monetary grant to support a new or existing edible educational garden. MORE
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Policy Campaign Grant
DEADLINE: April 5
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Voices for Healthy Kids has issued a call for proposals for the Policy Campaign Grant Opportunity, designed to support advocacy campaigns supporting Voices for Healthy Kids policy priorities with a focus on health equity. Grantees should seek to support and drive local, state, and tribal policy change efforts that will dramatically improve the health of children with a focus on those experiencing the greatest health disparities including Black, Brown, and Native children or from families from low income. MORE
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Community Change Challenge Grant
DEADLINE: April 14
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The AARP Community Challenge provides small grants to fund quick-action projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages. Applications are accepted for projects to improve public spaces, housing, transportation, civic engagement, coronavirus recovery, diversity and inclusion, and more. After reading the information below, click the yellow button to apply. MORE
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CDC Data, Trends and Maps |
CDC's Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity released a new interactive database with new data on 37 indicators related to healthy eating, active living, and obesity prevention. In addition, the database has a new tool that allows you to create customized state comparison charts. MORE
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Housing Solutions Collaborative
Application Deadline: April 9, 2021
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Join a peer learning collective for cross-sector teams to network, engage in problem-solving, and build knowledge and capacity to use the tools of equitable laws and policies to address the housing crisis. For a one-year period, teams in eight cities will be supported with individualized technical assistance as they advance strategies for healthy, stable, and affordable housing. MORE
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American Rescue Plan and NJ Non-Profits
March 30, 2021
Host: NJ Center for Non-Profits
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The COVID-19 crisis continues to have a profound impact on New Jersey non-profits, and the information about government relief programs is rapidly changing. This web briefing will provide highlights of the recently-signed American Rescue Plan Act and the latest information regarding the major grant and loan programs available through the U.S. Small Business Administration and the State of New Jersey Economic Development Authority
The agenda will include:
- Update and remarks from United States Senator Cory Booker
- COVID-19 and its impact on New Jersey non-profits
- Grant and loan programs available through the NJ Economic Development Authority
- Financial assistance available from the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) MORE
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A Conversation with Dr. Walensky - CDC Director
March 30, 2021
Host: Public Health Communications Collaborative
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Join for a conversation with Dr. Rochelle Walensky, CDC Director, about COVID-19 communications and the important partnership between the CDC and local health departments. As part of the conversation, Dr. Walensky will respond to questions. MORE
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Antiracism as Health Policy: Race, COVID-19 and Policy Reform
April 5-7, 2021
Host: American Public Health Association and Boston University School of Public Health
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Three-part webinar series on the racial disparities in health brought vividly to public attention during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Part 1 Explore the importance of collecting and utilizing data on race to better understand the impact of the pandemic.
Part 2 Explore the importance of collecting and utilizing data on race to better understand the impact of the pandemic.
Part 3 Examine antiracist policy solutions that are informed by data.
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Offering Safe, Healthy Grab and Go Food During the Pandemic
April 7, 2021
Host: CDC
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A panel discussion hosted by CDC’s Divisions of Heart Disease and Stroke Prevention and Nutrition, Physical Activity and Obesity on culinary, behavioral design, and technological considerations for offering healthy grab-and-go meals and snacks in institutional food service during the COVID-19 pandemic. MORE
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County Health Rankings and Roadmaps 101
Deadline: April 13, 2021
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Our 101 will highlight new data and website features to identify opportunities for everyone to be healthy. You will leave the webinar with an understanding of how:
- Data, including the new measures, can help uncover the root causes that contribute to poor health.
- What Works for Health’s evidence-informed strategies can support equitable health outcomes, including COVID-19 response and recovery efforts.
- Our new learning products can help you better understand how to use data in your own communities to engage residents and measure progress.
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Where's the Money? Funding Your Active Transportation Project
April 22, 2021
Host: Safe Routes to School Partnership
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Infrastructure improvements are often the costliest components of initiatives to support walking and rolling. Join us to learn about frequently used sources of funding for active transportation projects in the US, how to find out what funding is available for your community, and tips for navigating the funding process. MORE
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