In This Issue...
Announcements | Webinars/Trainings | COVID-19 Resources |In Case You Missed It | Capella/Strayer University Partnership
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Will we see you there?
Ready to be inspired and better informed? Ready to sharpen your skills and strengthen your teams? Michigan Community Action's annual training conference is less than two weeks away, reserve your spot TODAY . Don't miss out on the great speakers and trainings for agency senior management, front line staff, managers and agency board members. Topics will include ROMA, hot human resource management issues, Fundraising, super-charging your agency board, data and program design.
Here are just a few highlights of the breakout sessions:
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Tools and Techniques for Effective CAA Board Leadership led by CAPLAW
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Employee Communications 101: Creating a Positive Workplace Culture, with Dr. Katena Cain, PhD. Nonprofit Network
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Leveraging Data Locally: Utilizing data and data visualizations to empower community action work with Paige Teegarden
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Quality Improvement with Ashley Mosier
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ROMA Principles of Data Evaluation and Analysis for Boards with Barbara Mooney and Carey Gibson
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Moving from Fundraising to Philanthropy, with Regina Pinney, ED, Nonprofit Network
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Maximizing Success: CAA Personnel Policies and Practices Post-Pandemic with CAPLAW
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August 10-12, 2021
MCA Summer Conference
Aug 18, 2021 - Legislative
Committee Meeting
10:00 AM EDT
Sept 7, 2021 Essential Skills Training
12:00 PM EDT
September 13, 2021 - Finance
Committee Meeting
10:30 AM EDT
September 13, 2021 - Directors
Council Meeting
1:00 PM EDT
September 13, 2021 - Board of Directors Meeting
3:00 PM EDT
For a full list of events,
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The Michigan Community Action Update is a round-up of important information for members of Michigan Community Action.
We may send more
frequent updates when
important information breaks
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We welcome your input and feedback.
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Financial Aid Available: Michigan Community Action is committed to access and equity - we do not want price to a barrier to participation. If you staff or board members are interested in a needs-based conference scholarship, contact MCA Executive Director Chong-Anna Canfora at ccanfora@micommunityaction.org.
In addition to our breakouts, we have three fantastic keynote speakers:
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Dr. Mona Hana-Attisha
Pediatrician and author of What the Eyes Don't See: A Story of Crisis, Resistance, and Hope in an American City
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Dr. Donna M. Beegle
Communication Across Barriers
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Patrick Cooney
Poverty Solutions at the University of Michigan
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Office of Community Services Comment Period Ending Soon - July 28
We encourage MCA Member agencies to heed the call of the Office of Community Services – they are requesting feedback from the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) Network on the proposed revisions to the CSBG State Plan Application (State Plan), CSBG Eligible Entity List (formerly the CSBG Eligible Entity Master List), and the American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) Survey for CSBG Eligible Entities. On June 28, 2021, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) published the second notice for public comment on these forms, which is available here.
Send written comments and suggestions directly to the Office of Management and Budget, Paperwork Reduction Act. Find this information collection by selecting “Currently under 30-day Review—Open for Public Comments” or by using the search function.
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Register Now! Two-Part Webinar Series Introducing New Leaders to Uniform Guidance led by Wipfli- offered by CAPLAW
Learn about the regulations governing the administration of federal awards, and what is required of grant recipients during the grant period, as well as pre- and post-award. Topics to be discussed include financial management systems, property standards, and procurement.
Learn about the regulations governing what costs federal grant recipients may charge to their federal awards and the options for doing so. Topics to be discussed include basic considerations for cost recovery, the different ways to recover costs (e.g., cost allocation plans, indirect cost rates) and general provisions governing selected items of cost.
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The COVID-19 pandemic continues to present numerous challenges for CAAs that impact existing governance structures and practices related to board meetings, board member terms and selection, authority to take action, and more.
In response to the pandemic and these resulting challenges, CAPLAW created Weatherproofing CAA Bylaws: Preparing for Emergency Governance. The suggested bylaws language and actions to consider included in this resource can help CAAs prepare their bylaws for future emergencies and avoid the significant problems that result from failing to comply with the rules that govern the organization.
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Promote the Child Tax Credit with New Materials from NCAP
NCAP create resources to help agencies spread the word about the Child Tax Credit. Below, find social media graphics from NCAP and other resources from the White House and the IRS. You can find more information about the Child Tax Credit in English and Spanish at childtaxcredit.gov. And use #ChildTaxCredit on social media!
Social Media Graphics
From the White House
From the IRS
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MCA, Friends and Family honor 34 new Leadership Development Institute Graduates
Over 80 colleagues, friends and family joined Michigan Community Action for a virtual graduation ceremony on Friday, July 23 rd to recognize the achievement of a professional milestone by our 34 new LDI graduates. Attendees were treated to a stirring keynote address by author and leadership expert, Barbara Pagano, and remarks from MCA Training Committee Chair Stephanie Kasprzak, MCA Board Chair, Jill Sutton, and MCA Executive Director, Chong-Anna Canfora.
To watch Barbara Pagano’s keynote address and watch the graduation ceremony in full, go here.
Enrollment for the 2021-2022 LDI cohort will begin next month. Sign up information will be on the association website and included in an upcoming edition of MCA Update.
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Michigan Community Action, Capella University
& Strayer University Partnership
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Back to school savings with education built for real life
Ready to go back to school to gain the skills and knowledge you need to reach your career goals with access to education that works with your busy life? Capella University and Strayer University understand this. That’s why their Associates, Bachelor’s, Certificate and Graduate programs in human services, behavioral health, business, IT, and leadership & administration leverage what you already know and are grounded in real-world application.
Through our partnership with Capella, you and your immediate family have access to high-quality, online education and tuition savings that make it possible to earn a degree or certificate at a significantly lower cost and at your own pace. Capella offers you:
· Exclusive scholarships, grants and other savings for both universities, including a 10% tuition discount.
· Three learning formats—FlexPath, GuidedPath, and On-Campus that are flexible, affordable, and supportive.
· A student-centered approach, including support teams to help you be successful and persistent.
· Accredited and nationally recognized universities that meet the highest standards for quality.
Check out this PDF for information on programs offered.
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Save on your degree at Strayer University
Michigan Community Action and Strayer University have partnered to offer eligible employees of their member agencies access to flexible, affordable associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. If you’re thinking of earning a degree, we invite you to take advantage of special offers designed to help you meet your educational goals.
Special offers and scholarships available now
• $5,000 scholarship for new or returning Strayer students to apply toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• 10% tuition discount for the duration of your program*
* Tuition discount upon receipt of documentation of employment and eligibility.
Why Strayer?
At Strayer, you’ll get a modern, online degree that gives you the confidence to change your future. Our programs are built for working adults and our student services coaches offer support at every step. We believe in educational access, academic quality, student success and customer service.
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MCA Officers/Board Members 2019-2021 |
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Jill Sutton
President
Mid Michigan CAA
Toby Berry
Urban Officer
Community Action Agency
Lisa Evans
Lower Peninsula Rural Officer
Community Action of Allegan County
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Michelle Williamson
Vice President
Community Action
Michelle LaJoie
Upper Peninsula Officer
Community Action Alger- Marquette
Melinda Johnson
At-Large Officer
Blue Water Community Action
Dennis McShane
Directors Council Chair Chippewa-Luce-Mackinac Community Action Agency
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Kerri Duff
Secretary Treasurer
Gogebic Ontonagon CAA
Doug McFadden
CAA Governing Board Officer
EightCAP
Mary Ann Neopolitan
CAA Governing Board Officer
Monroe County Opportunity Program
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MCA is continuing to observe CDC guidelines encouraging remote work practices and following local public health guidelines. The office remains physically closed to anyone outside of immediate staff. We are accessible by phone and email during normal business hours Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-5PM ET.
Be well and stay safe everyone. .
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