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Trenton Health Team
Funder: New Jersey Department of Health
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The Trenton Health Team, along with Trenton Cycling Revolution, hosted a community discussion focused on transportation, trails, and parks in the Trenton Historic Development Collaborative neighborhood. The topics discussed included a Walk Audit & Park Assessment, the Bicycle Kiosk project, and the Trenton Bike Share pilot. The recommendations from the discussion will be presented to the Trenton Complete Streets Steering Committee in June. We expect that some of the recommendations will be implemented this summer!
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A Primer for Multi-Sector Health Partnerships in Rural Areas and Small Cities |
This primer aims to assist multi-sector approaches that increase community-centered investments to support opportunities for all individuals to live long, healthy lives, regardless of their income, education, race or ethnic background. This tool provides guidance between the community development, finance, public health, and healthcare sectors to support partnerships in rural areas and small cities.
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Deadline Extended:
Call for Proposals for the 2021 Virtual All In National Meeting
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The deadline to submit a proposal for the All In National Meeting has been extended to June 25 at 5 PM ET. We are looking for proposals that demonstrate successes and challenges from working in multi-sector collaborations to improve health and well-being through data sharing. Submit a proposal to share your learnings at the All In National Meeting on November 8-10.
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Farmer's Market Season has Officially Begun! |
Jersey Fresh for a full listing of where to find farm-fresh produce
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The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) School Health NJ Project |
The Whole School, Whole Community, Whole Child (WSCC) School Health NJ Project, administered by the NJ Department of Health (NJDOH), has more than 10 years of experience promoting healthy schools and utilizes a collaborative approach to learning and health. Through the WSCC School Health NJ project, the NJDOH will provide schools with up to $15,000 in funding over the course of three years, with an optional fourth year, to strengthen their school districts' capacity to support and sustain healthy schools. The NJDOH is recruiting all schools but needs to prioritize those with at least 40% of students eligible for free/reduced lunch. DOWNLOAD FLYER
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NJEDA Re-Opens Pre-Registration for Emergency Assistance Grants Phase 4
Pre-Registration Deadline: June 30
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Pre-registration has been re-opened for Phase 4 of the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA) Small Business Emergency Assistance Grant Program. Small businesses and non-profits with 50 or fewer employees that have been negatively affected by COVID-19 are eligible to apply. Grants of up to $20,000 are available, depending on the entity’s number of full-time equivalent employees (FTEs).
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Policy Campaign Grant
Deadline: July 11
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Voices for Healthy Kids works around the country to improve or create equitable policies that will make the places kids live, learn and play healthier. The call for proposals for the Policy Campaign Opportunity is designed to support advocacy campaigns supporting Voices for Healthy Kids policy priorities with a focus on health equity.
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Safe Routes to School Grants
Deadline: October 14
Information Sessions: July 13, August 19, September 9
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Sessions provide participants with information about applying for Safe Routes to School grants.
Topics include:
- Overview of Federal Aid and the Safe Routes to School programs
- Detailed Review of the Safe Routes to School Grant Application
- Grant Application Process
- Grant Resources, Tips & Strategies
- Q&A with NJDOT Local Aid Staff
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Training, Collaborations and Networking |
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Mental Health & COVID-19 Fatigues:
How to better support our communities and ourselves
June 25
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Join this session to better understand the COVID-19 impact on mental health, and learn techniques to manage difficult emotions and COVID-19 fatigue. You will gain insight to Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) Training and the value for health educators.
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Community Eligibility: Taking a Fresh Look for the 2021-2022 School Year
June 29
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The Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) is a key tool that allows high-poverty schools to provide free breakfast and lunch at no charge. The past year has shown the importance of serving free meals to all students to combat childhood food insecurity, and given rising levels of need because of pandemic-related economic hardship, more schools than ever are finding Community Eligibility to be a financially viable option for their school nutrition operations. This webinar will provide helpful tools and tips for schools and districts considering adopting Community Eligibility for the 2021-2022 school year.
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Authentic Community Engagement:
Best Practices for Equitable Work
July 14
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Join for presentations and a robust Q & A dialogue with active transportation professionals, nonprofit leaders, and equitable engagement experts around what it means to practice and build authentic community engagement with diverse coalitions as the foundation for driving those vital relationships.
Panelists will share their best practices for equitable work in striving for inclusive, accessible, connected, and walkable communities - through the lens of their invaluable learned, professionally practiced and lived experiences.
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Grants Success Path: 10 steps to get where you want to go no matter where you are right now!
July 14
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Total grants newbie? Capable grants practitioner? Seasoned grants pro? Wherever you are right now, this 90-minute live masterclass is for you! This fast-paced, high-takeaway training shares GrantsMagic U’s unique Grants Success Path, the powerful 10-step road map that cuts through the often-bewildering “grants wilderness” to lead you reliably to your next level of grants success.
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National Summit on the Social Determinants of Health (virtual)
October 4-6 (earlybird registration through July 1)
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COVID-19 has brought increased awareness of disparities among our nation’s minorities and most vulnerable. It is increasingly critical to understand the clear associations between social determinants and poor health status among children, adults and seniors. The agenda for this year’s National Summit will bring together representatives from healthcare, community and faith-based organizations, researchers, government leaders, educators and businesses to share best practices, offer community connections and resources and engage in the crucial discussion of how to best address the social determinants of health.
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