Tuesday, Dec 20, 2022

Happy Holidays from The Glades Initiative!

Our office will be closed from 12/26-1/2

No food distribution

 

Happy Holidays! The Glades Initiative offices will be closed from 12/26/22 – 1/2/2023. We will not be offering any services from our office or food during this time. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 8 am with all services provided as regularly scheduled.

Eblast will Resume in January


There will be no Glades Community Updates email during the week of 12/26/22 – 12/30/22. The next eblast will be released on Tuesday, January 3rd, 2023

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The information appearing in this email is for general informational purposes only. Reference to any product, service, event or program is for the information and convenience of the public and does not constitute endorsement by The Glades Initiative.

~~~ This Week ~~~


Tue, Dec 20, 1:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: How to Build a Foundation that Lasts: Online

Tue, Dec 20, 3:00 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open

Wed, Dec 21, 8:30 - 11 am & 2:00 - 4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open

Wed, Dec 14, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)

12/26 - 12/30 - NO Food Distribution at The Glades Initiative

Glades Area

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 (English)

Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole and Spanish)

There will be NO Food Distribution Next Week


Happy Holidays! The Glades Initiative offices will be closed from 12/26/22 – 1/2/2023. We will not be offering any services from our office or food during this time. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 8 am with all services provided as regularly scheduled.


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December PATCH Meeting Cancelled


The December PATCH meeting has been canceled. The meetings will reconvene in January.

SCORE PBC Presents: How to Build a Foundation that Lasts


In this webinar, you will learn the tools, mindset, and skills you’ll need to build a solid business foundation that will help you overcome future obstacles.


WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 20, 2022 | 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Online


Click here to learn more

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.


CONTACT: For appointment call 561-983-8179


Click here to learn more

Click here to learn more (Belle Glade services)

Healthy Mothers Healthy Babies January 2023 Educational Calendar


Educational Classes are for pregnant women and new families. Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies provides free hands-on education programs for parents and support partners. The class instructors are community partners or certified Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies staff.


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: Virtual and In-person

CONTACT: Gaelle Kenol at gkenol@hmhbpbc.org


Click here to learn more

13th Annual School Bus Drug Prevention Media Contest is Back


We are focused on vaping prevention, as well as underage drinking prevention and this contest is open to all Palm Beach County students grades K to 12. Poster Winners: Two $1,000 scholarships offered by Hanley Foundation and Judy Carreras Foundation, six $100 gift cards and two $50 gift cards.


Click here to learn more

Nonprofits First Capacity Opportunity


The Community Services Department is pleased to forward the enclosed Non-Profits First capacity opportunity targeted for Non-Profits with an annual budget of $15,000 to $500,000.


Click here to learn more

There will be NO Food Distribution at The Glades Initiative next week


Happy Holidays! The Glades Initiative offices will be closed from 12/26/22 – 1/2/2023. We will not be offering any services from our office or food during this time. We will reopen on Tuesday, January 3, 2023, at 8 am with all services provided as regularly scheduled.


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 (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

Open Your Heart and Home for the Holidays - $25 Adoptions


Palm Beach County (PBC) Department of Public Safety’s Division of Animal Care and Control (ACC) is urging prospective pet owners to adopt or foster this holiday season instead of buying from a pet store. To encourage adoptions, PBC ACC is offering $25 adoption fees through the end of the year!


Click here to learn more

How the Clerk's Office is Saving you Time and Money


At the Clerk’s office, we have nearly 1,000 different statutory duties, but one focus: Providing you and our community with the best possible service in person and online.


Click here to learn more

League of Women Voters of PBC Dec 2022 News


The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County provides an update in its December 2022 newsletter.


Click here to learn more

EveryParent - Just Found Out You're Pregnant?


Just found out you're pregnant? Now is the time to set up an appointment with your doctor. If you need a doctor or do not have health insurance, Healthy Mothers, Healthy Babies Coalition of Palm Beach County is here for you with free support groups, workshops and connections to other free programs for your growing family. 


Click here to learn more

Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Dec 15, 2022


Inside PBC News: FEMA and the State of Florida opened a Disaster Recovery Center in PBC to help those impacted by Hurricane Ian. Is the hustle and bustle of holiday stress getting to you? Need a spot to recharge your batteries? Here are a few things you may not know about PBC


Click here to learn more

CSC: Monday Morning Update, Dec 19, 2022


Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.


Click here to learn more

Job Opportunities


In the Glades

CareerSource Hot Jobs

Indeed Jobs

U.S. Sugar


West Technical Education Center

Other Areas

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Delray Beach


A Disaster Recovery Center operated by FEMA and the State of Florida is open in Palm Beach County to help those impacted by Hurricane Ian. The center is located at Palm Beach County’s Hagen Ranch Road Library branch.


WHEN: Mondays - Saturdays | 9:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

WHERE: 14350 Hagen Ranch Road, Delray Beach, FL 33446


Click here to learn more

Homeless Persons' Memorial Day Ceremony


Homeless Persons' Memorial Day candlelight ceremony will be a time to reflect on the memories and shared experiences of fellow community members who, while homeless, lost their lives.


WHEN: Tuesday, Dec 20, 2022 | 11:30 p.m.

WHERE: St Matthew's Church, 404 SW 3rd St., Delray Beach, FL 33444


Click here to learn more

H3 Christmas Celebration


Join H3 for the Celebration of Hope event on the 500 Block of Clematis. There will be a cook out, street games, Santa, gifts, and much more!


WHEN: Saturday, Dec 24, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: 500 Block of Clematis, West Palm Beach, FL


Click here to learn more

9th Annual Women's Business Conference


The Florida Women's Business Center presents the 9th Annual Women's Business Conference.


WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 24, 2022 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

WHERE: TBA


Click here to learn more

Previous Postings - Glades Area

Congregate Meal Sites for Seniors Serve Breakfast and Lunch - Glades Area


The Division of Senior and Veteran Services invites local seniors and veterans age 60 and older to take part in free breakfast and lunch options at various sites throughout the county. This is an ongoing program provided by Palm Beach County Community Services Department, the Area Agency on Aging and the Department of Elder Affairs.


Belle Glade

WHEN: Monday - Friday | 12:00 p.m. (lunch)

WHERE: Quiet Waters, 306 SW 10th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430

CONTACT: 561-996-7040


WHEN: Monday - Friday | 8:30 a.m. (breakfast); 12:00 p.m. (lunch)

WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade, FL 33430

CONTACT: 561-992-4808


South Bay

WHEN: Monday - Friday | 12:00 p.m. (lunch)

WHERE: Tanner Park Community Center, 105 Dr MLK Jr Dr, South Bay, FL 33493

CONTACT: 561-996-1155


Pahokee

WHEN: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday | 12:00 p.m. (lunch)

WHERE: Pahokee Marina, 190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476

CONTACT: 561-924-2976


Click here to learn more

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


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

Birth to 22: 6th Annual Taskforce Meeting


Join Birth to 22: United for Brighter Futures for their 6th Annual Taskforce Meeting. The event is open to all Palm Beach County youth, young adults, parents, families, community members, and agencies.


WHEN: Saturday, Jan 21, 2022 | 12:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. (Jan 21)

WHERE: Virtual


Click here to learn more

County Program Offers up to $15,000 for Low-Income Residents to Replace Home Air Conditioning Systems


The crisis Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Replacement Program, through LIHEAP (Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program), is available to assist low-income Palm Beach County homeowners in need of replacing their HVAC systems. Residents may receive assistance up to $15,000 that can be used to replace a home cooling system.


Click here to learn more

Click here to learn more (Flyer)

A Holiday Wishlist for our Nation's Children


A group of national anti-hunger and education nonprofits have teamed up this holiday season to share a joint holiday wish list for fueling the health, learning, and overall well-being of our nation’s school children.


Click here to learn more

Dress for Success Monthly Newsletter


Find out what Dress for Success. of the Palm Beaches has been up to by reading their latest newsletter.


Click here to learn more

Dress for Success Annual Holiday Toy Giveaway


Be a part of the holiday cheer through Dec 21 - each client will be given a gift for their child(ren) after a suiting. Call to get more details and to make an appointment.


CONTACT: 561-983-8179


Click here to learn more

Clerk of the Circuit Court - Live Customer Aid


Have a question for one of our clerks but can't make it out to our courthouse locations? Try out our weekly Customer Service Video Chat! Clerks are available Wednesday, December 7 and 14, then every Wednesday after January 11, from 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.


Click here to learn more

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
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