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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon, March 5, 5:00 pm - Financial Literacy Workshops at The Glades Initiative, BG
Mon, Feb 26 - Deadline Funding for First Mortgage Loan Assistance Program
Tue, Feb 27, 5:00 pm - Community ID of the Palm Beaches at Belle Glade Library
Tue, Feb 27, 5:45 pm - Urban League of PBC Virtual Financial Education Workshop
Tue, Feb 27, 2 - 6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Feb 28, 8:00 am - SCORE Presents: Entrepreneurship Through Acquisition: Virtual
Wed, Feb 28, 2:00 pm - Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency Meeting: Virtual
Wed, Feb 28, 3:00 pm - Confronting the Impact of Tech-facilitated Abuse in Teens: Zoom
Wed, Feb 28, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Feb 28, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Thu, Feb 29, 5:00 pm - GRANT DEADLINE: Social Impact Fund The American Heart Association
Fri, March 1 - SCHOLARSHIP DEADLINE: NCBW 100 Scholarship
Sat, March 2 - Torry Island BBQ Festival, Belle Glade
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Financial Literacy Workshops at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's financial literacy workshops are open to the public. Six sessions are held on Tuesdays.
WHEN: Tuesday, beginning March 5, 2024 | 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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NEW Job Opportunities - Come Join our Team!
Looking for meaningful work making a difference? Come see the career opportunities at The Glades Initiative, Inc.! We are accepting applicants for the following position(s):
Program Assistant - Food (full or part-time)
TO APPLY: Send email resume and cover letter in pdf to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word Food-Program Assistant -"your name" in the subject line of the email
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Support The Glades Initiative through the Cognizant Classic in the Palm Beaches - Compete for a Chance to Win $25,000
Help us give back to the community with our Birdies for Children program. Make a donation of $20 or more to any participating Birdies for Children and then guess the total number of birdies that will be made by the entire field in all four rounds of the 2024 Classic in the Palm Beaches.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
DONATE HERE: https://theclassiccares.org/birdies/donate-charity/?code=GI
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
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Tuesday winter food hours)
- 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
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Community ID of the Palm Beaches in Belle Glade
The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for ANY resident who may have limited access to government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community. It is not a government-issued form of ID or a driver’s license, but it is a verifiable form of identification that says you are a part of our community. It can be used as a tool by law enforcement, city agencies, health centers, schools, and businesses to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 27, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
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Urban League of Palm Beach County Virtual Financial Education Workshop
The Urban League of Palm Beach County is hosting a Virtual Financial Education Workshop. Set and achieve financial goals, create a savings plan, learn ways to reduce debt, and more.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 27, 2023 | 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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SCORE Presents: Entrepreneurship Through Mergers & Acquisitions
Are you ready to run your own company or expand your existing business but not ready to start from scratch? If so, entrepreneurship through acquisition (or ETA) may possibly be your best path. This webinar is designed to give seasoned and emerging entrepreneurs the knowledge and tools to acquire and manage a growing company.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 28, 2024 | 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency
The Palm Beach Transportation Planning Agency (TPA) provides notice of a public quarterly meeting of the Palm Beach County Transportation Disadvantaged Local Coordinating Board.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 28, 2024 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual and in-person
Click here to learn more
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Confronting the Impact of Tech-facilitated Abuse in Teen Relationships
Teens’ dating lives are immersed in technology. This event will inform attendees about:
The use of technology within teen dating and related impacts on behavioral health, the most urgent challenges presented by technology-facilitated abuse of teens, with a focus on non-consensual image-sharing; and promising practices to address these challenges at the community level.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 28, 2024 | 3:00 p.m. - 4:15 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Social Impact Fund The American Heart Association
The American Heart Association’s Social Impact Fund | The American Heart Association is looking to support innovative, community- and evidence-based solutions that will shift the inequitable health paradigm in Florida, specifically within these counties: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pinellas, Sarasota, Orange, Osceola, Miami-Dade, Broward and/or Palm Beach.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 29, 2024 | 5:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: South Palm Beach County Chapter NCBW 100 Scholarship
Students are encouraged to apply for the NCBW 100 South Palm Beach County Scholarship.
DEADLINE: Friday, March 1, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Torry Island BBQ Festival
Residents are invited to the Torry Island BBQ Festival, with live music, an airboat show, and more! Proceeds benefit the Glades Historical Society.
WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2024
WHERE: Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Florida Blue Foundation 2024 Mental Well-Being Grant Program
The goal of the Mental Well-being program is to advance mental well-being for families and community members to mitigate the stressors associated with issues that often impact entire families and/or communities.
DEADLINE: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 3:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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Virtual College Fair: Historically Black Colleges and Universities
We are excited to offer a Virtual College Fair with opportunities for students to “visit” with
representatives from Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCU). The post-secondary institutions listed below will be participating on Tuesday, March 5, 2024. More will be added as we receive confirmation of their participation.
WHEN: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Summer Camp Scholarships Available Now in Palm Beach County
Did you know that more than 3,000 Palm Beach County children received scholarships to attend camp last summer? Do you have a child or do you know a child who would benefit from summer camp? Now is the time to apply for summer camp scholarships that cover ALL costs at select camps throughout Palm Beach County! The scholarships are for children ages 5 through 17.
DEADLINE: Friday, April 12, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Glades Technical Advisory Committee to Hold Public Meeting March 6
The Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) invites you to the upcoming Glades Technical Advisory Committee (GTAC) meeting on Wednesday, March 6, 2024 at 9:30 a.m. This event will be hosted in person at the City of Belle Glade Library/Civic Center, 725 NW 4th, Belle Glade, and can be accessed virtually or via conference call if needed.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 6, 2024 | 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library/Civic Center, 725 NW 4th, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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CILO: Don't Forget Me, a Disability-Centered Response to Mass Violence
In honor of National Crime Victims' Rights Week 2024, CILO invites you to attend a virtual webinar about centering disability in response to mass violence.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 | 1:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Expert Advice on how to Choose the Perfect Summer Camp, by EveryParent
In the spring, parents start thinking about summer camp for their children. Finding just the right camp – one that fits your schedule, budget and your child’s interests – may seem daunting. Don’t worry, though, our experts are sharing their tips here to make it easier.
Click here to learn more
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Water Utility Assistance for Palm Beach County Residents Ending on Feb 28, 2024
For Palm Beach County residents struggling to pay their water bills, the Palm Beach County Community Services Department (CSD) is here to help. LIHWAP (Low Income Household Water Assistance Program) provides funds to assist residents with their water utility bills.
Click here to learn more
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Open Enrollment at Little Stars Learning Center
Little Stars Learning Center is enrolling new students from newborn to 4 years old. Licensed family child care.
Click here to learn more
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Legal Aid Society Serving Our Veterans, Homeless
Empowering Palm Beach County's Homeless Veterans and Veterans at-risk of homelessness. Our dedicated Legal Services focus on providing essential civil support.
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Youth Services Department Accepting Notice of Funding Opportunity Applications
The Palm Beach County Youth Services Department (YSD) is accepting proposals for
community-based agencies for fiscal years (FY) 2025-2027 (October 1, 2024 – September
30, 2027). Contracts issued will be for one (1) three-year period.
Click here to learn more
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Activities and Classes at the Belle Glade Library March 2024
Click on the link to read about the Belle Glade Library's March 2024 activities and classes!
Click here to learn more
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Do Your Taxes at the Belle Glade Library
United Way of Palm Beach County has partnered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to provide free, confidential, and secure preparation and e-filing of tax returns to qualified taxpayers. To qualify, taxpayer’s household income must have been $75,000 or less in 2023. You may be eligible for up to $7,430 in Earned Income Tax Credits (EITC).
The Taxes Filed Free Campaign 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.
Filed Yourself – Visit www.MyFreeTaxes.com and file your own tax return. It’s simple, fast and secure. Support is available via toll-free helpline or web chat.
Filed For You – Face-to-face tax preparation, visit our year-round tax preparation location listed below.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (for other areas in Palm Beach County, click on the link below)
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
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Tuesday winter food hours)
- 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
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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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Homeless and Housing Alliance (HHA) Statement on Criminalization of Homeless/Grants
"In these challenging times, we are confronted with the egregious reality that individuals experiencing homelessness are being penalized for their circumstances ..."
Click here to learn more
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Nonprofits First: Training & Events
Training in HR, leadership development, board governance and more await! Hire like a pro, master active shooter response, & wow your board. Register now and level up!
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Feb 22, 2024
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Feb 26, 2024
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Arc of Palm Beach County Saturday Respite Care
All Respite Program professionals are required to pass rigorous pre-employment federal
background screenings. Center-based respite care is offered each Saturday from 9:00 AM
to 3:00 PM at The Arc of Palm Beach County's North Campus located at 3879 Byron Drive,
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404.
WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 9, 16, 30, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Arc of Palm Beach County's North Campus, 3879 Byron Drive, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Click here to learn more
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2024 Job Fair: Let's Talk Trades
Discover all of the career opportunities and benefits available working for Palm Beach County government.
WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center, 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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CJC Announces New "Mini" Citizens Criminal Justice Academy
The Palm Beach County Criminal Justice Commission (CJC) will host its 46th Citizens Criminal Justice Academy from March 7 through March 28, 2024. The 4-week program runs four consecutive Thursdays from 6 to 9 p.m. It is free and open to all residents living in Palm Beach County who would like to learn more about law enforcement and the criminal justice system
WHEN: Thursday, March 7-28, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center, 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters: Post-Primary Luncheon with Supervisor of Elections
The day after this year’s Republican Presidential Preference Primary in Florida, Wendy Sartory Link will discuss the latest voting results and look forward to both the Primary Election on August 20 and the General Election on November 3.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, 2024 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Click here to learn more
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Youth Summit of Palm Beach County: Making Waves for Change
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County returns - participation is free to middle and high school students.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Lakes High School, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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National Small Business Week 2024
The Palm Beach County Office of Equal Business Opportunity presents National Small Business 2024 Week. Activities throughout West Palm Beach celebrate the week. Click for more information.
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Dress for Success Offers Services to Residents
Dress for Success Palm Beaches is here to help women with career coaching, job readiness programs, women's clothing, interview and employment suiting, and more.
WHERE: Belle Glade Boutique, 1089 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Domestic Violence CCR
Read the February Palm Beach County Domestic Violence CCR newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Newsletter
Read the latest information from the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County.
Click here to learn more
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The Glades Festival of Afro Arts
The Glades Festival of Afro Arts, presented by the executive board of the Glades Festival of Afro Arts and The Iota Omicron Zeta Chapter, returns to Airport Park in March.
WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Airport Park, Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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PBC Hosts Workshops to Share Findings from Initial Climate Risk Assessment and Gather Input
Palm Beach County has reached a significant milestone in the Countywide Climate Risk
Assessment with the completion of the initial risk assessment. The comprehensive evaluation examines potential threats due to climate change, such as extreme heat, agricultural impacts, wildfires and extreme flooding events.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina Conference Room - 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: FAMU 2024 Scholarship
High school seniors who have been accepted and will be attending Florida A&M University in the Fall of 2023 may apply for a scholarship.
DEADLINE: Friday, March 15, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Project Resist Spring Break Camp
Come out and join us for some spring fun. Gang Alternative will be hosting a fun, free, and eventful spring break camp. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided.
WHEN: Monday, March 18-24, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 24 SW Ave B, Belle Glade, FL 33440
Click here to learn more
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Moms in the Muck: Maternal Health Support Group, Hybrid Meetings
These groups aim to educate, empower, and support women in rural areas to reduce maternal and infant mortality, improve birthing outcomes, and foster community. Our first session, which focuses on Mental Health and Perinatal Mood Disorders, will be held on February 21st at BRIDGES at Belle Glade. We welcome your support and ask you to share and post this flyer, register for the group via Zoom, or attend in person! Those who attend in person will receive special gifts along with refreshments.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 20, April 17, 2024 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: PBC Property Appraiser
The office of Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS, is now accepting applications for the 31st Annual Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Scholarships. Six college scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend a higher education institution full-time, regardless of
interest or major.
DEADLINE: Sunday, March 31, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Tricity Easter Egg Hunt
Marketing Missions presents the Tricity Easter Egg Hunt at MLK Park in Pahokee.
WHEN: Sunday, March 31, 2024
WHERE: MLK Park, Pahokee, FL
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: Spring 2024 Scholarship
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Mu Rho Omega Chapter Belle Glade's Spring 2024 Scholarship is available for Glades students.
DEADLINE: Monday, April 1, 2024
Click here to learn more
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NextEra Energy Scholarship for Students in SECME
As part of our commitment to STEM education, we will award 10 graduating high school seniors who have at least one year of experience in SECME (Science, Engineering, Communication, Mathematics, and Enrichment) with a scholarship up to $20,000.
DEADLINE: Monday, April 1, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: 25 Scholarships from Alliance of Women Executives
The Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) is now accepting applications for its $1500 scholarships, 25 scholarships will be offered to the Class of 2024. The applicant must be a young woman graduating from a Palm Beach County high school and planning to attend Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College.
DEADLINE: April 2, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: Alliance of Women Executives Scholarship
AWE proudly offers scholarships to young women graduating from a Palm Beach County
high school who choose to continue their college education at Florida Atlantic University,
Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College.
DEADLINE: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Back to School PBC! Registration Now Open!
For your information, the event will be held this year on Saturday, August 3, 2024. In addition to the backpacks and school supplies, and depending on the location and resource availability, participating students may also receive haircuts, school uniforms, sneakers,
socks, blood tests, biometric health screenings, vision screening, hearing tests, and other health-related resources.
REGISTER BY
WHEN: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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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. 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.
or (561) 996-3310.*
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