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Happy New Year! We hope 2011 is off to a terrific start for you and the students and families with whom you work.
This month's edition is jam-packed with resources - from scholarships to grant opportunities to job listings. We are continuously thinking about the best way to get you timely, high quality information without flooding your in-box. Please don't hesitate to let us know if there's anything we can do to maximize our communication with you.
Finally, our next SoCal CAN membership meeting is on Tuesday, February 8th from 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM at Magnolia Place. Mark your calendar, RSVP below, and we'll look forward to seeing you there!
Sincerely,
SoCal CAN
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SOCAL CAN EVENTS
| Capacity Building Committee Meeting
January 21, 2010, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM, The California Endowment (Suite C)
Have a burning issue you would like to explore with colleagues? Interested in helping to shape our college retention and peer ambassador programs? Join us for the first Capacity Building Committee meeting of the year. During this in-person meeting, we'll be putting together a proposed 2011 action plan for our membership's consideration at our February meeting. There will be plenty of leadership opportunities for those who are looking to become more involved in our vibrant network. Click here to RSVP.
SoCal CAN Membership Meeting
February 8, 2011, 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM, Magnolia Place Family Center, Johnson Auditorium
It's a new year and opportunities abound for SoCal CAN and our member organizations, from professional development to small grants to advocacy opportunities. This meeting will be slightly longer to allow ample time for committee work and the adoption of our 2011 work plan. We'll also have a special guest from the east coast, Kathleen Cushman from What Kids Can Do, who will facilitate a conversation about effective approaches to engaging youth and bringing their voices to bear on the complex challenges that affect their lives and learning. Click here to RSVP.
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PROGRAMS OF INTEREST | LA Compact Briefing
January 14, 2011, 2:00 - 3:30 PM, Edward R. Roybal Learning Complex - Multi-Purpose Room
The L.A. Compact is a commitment by eighteen Los Angeles institutions that want to see positive change in L.A. public schools, and better prepare local students for college and the 21st century workplace. The L.A. Compact identifies important areas where its partners can work together to address pressing educational issues, better leverage resources and have a measurable impact. Join L.A. Compact signers and community partners to discuss Compact progress, goals, and agenda for the coming year. Visit www.lacompact.org to learn more.
19th Annual Empowerment Congress Summit
January 15, 2011, 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM, University of Southern California
The Empowerment Congress Summit is held every year by the California Community Empowerment Foundation. The summit brings together residents and leaders in the community to discuss and learn about issues that impact them. This year, the summit will be held at University of Southern California's Bovard Auditorium. Click here to learn more and to register.
Parent College: Helping Parents Understand Their Child's Test Scores
January 15, 2011, 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM, Santee High School
This program, hosted by The Partnership for Los Angeles Schools, is FREE to all LAUSD parents and guardians who want to learn about the school system and how to help their child succeed in school. To reserve a space contact Ivan Ventura at 213-201-2000 ext 203. Santee High School is located at 1921 Maple Ave. Los Angeles, CA. 90011.
Development 101 for College Access Organizations
January 25, 2011, 12:00 - 1:00 PM
Join Tina Milano, consultant and fundraising expert with NCAN, who will guide participants through the basics of development and fundraising strategy for non-profit organizations. Click here to reserve your seat today!
Stopping Bullets with Jobs: Father Greg Boyle in Conversation with Tavis Smiley January 27, 2011, 6:30 PM, The California Endowment
Through storytelling, Father Boyle restores an intimate humanity to the former gang members who pass through the welcoming arms of Homeboy Industries while also narrating his journey to becoming "Father G" to LA's most marginalized youth. The largest gang intervention program in the US, Homeboy Industries provides employment and job training to facilitate gang members' redirecting their lives away from violence and crime. This event will be followed by a networking and book signing reception. Click here to RSVP.
Super Saturday FAFSA Workshops
January 29, 2011, Multiple Venues
Hosted by L.A. Cash for College, this is a one-day event where FAFSA workshops will be held at hundreds of locations across the city. On this day, students and families across LA County will have access to FREE help completing their FAFSA and CalGrant forms. Are you interested in hosting a workshop at your organization? Click here to learn more!
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RESOURCES
| The New 2011-2012 FAFSA Has Been Released
The new year is here, which means that the new 2011-2012 is now available for review and completion. It's a best practice to browse the new FAFSA as early as you can and get your students looking at it too! The "FAFSA on the Web" Worksheet is available for download here in English and in Spanish.
The College Board's "Net-Price" Calculator
This calculator gives a prospective student a personalized estimate of the cost to attend your college, based on his or her situation and your financial aid funds. With customizable options and broad accessibility, the Net Price Calculator is a reliable and convenient tool for you and for students.
Letter from Federal Student Aid to Counselors/Mentors
Federal Student Aid has an important message for all counselors and mentors regarding the upcoming financial aid season. The letter includes a comprehensive list of resources that FSA is providing for counselors to prepare students about the process. It's a must read!
Conducting a Scan of Your College Access and Success SystemPublished by the OMG Center for Collaborative Learning, this document explains how to design and implement an assessment of local systems' ability to improve college attainment, including needs, assets, and challenges; and how to leverage findings for stakeholder engagement, benchmarking, and strategy development.
Policy & Advocacy Factsheet for Lobbying
The Alliance for Justice presents a new legal resource for California nonprofits engaged in lobbying and advocacy. This factsheet, "California City, County and Special District Local Lobbying Ordinances," details the lobbying requirements in a variety of jurisdictions throughout the state.
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RESEARCH & TRENDS |
REPORT: 2020 Vision for Student Success for California Community Colleges The Community College League of California recently released a bold report with recommendations for policy and practice changes that call upon one million more certificate and associate degree completions by 2020. As the recent report, Divided We Fail, noted - we have a long way to go to improve college completion rates when only three in 10 students tracked over six years completed a certificate, degree or transferred. Full Report...REPORT: Benchmarking Latino College Completion to Meet National Goals: 2010 to 2020 In 2009, President Obama set an ambitious goal for the U.S. to become the top ranked country in the world in college degree attainment by 2020. While all groups will have to increase college degree attainment to meet President Obama's college completion goals, increasing Latino educational attainment is crucial because their educational attainment is lower than other groups (only 19 percent of Latino adults have earned an associate or higher) and their population is rapidly expanding. Full Report...
Class Differences: Online Education in the United States, 2010 This study aims at answering some of the fundamental questions about the nature and extent of online education. Based on responses from more than 2,500 colleges and universities, the study found that 1) sixty-three percent of all reporting institutions said that online learning was a critical part of their institution's long term strategy, a small increase from fifty-nine percent in 2009; 2) the year-to-year change was greatest among the for-profit institutions, which increased from fifty-one percent agreeing in 2009 to sixty-one percent in 2010; 3) for-profit institutions also were the most likely to have included online learning as a part of their strategic plan.
More stories of interest ...
New Social Software Tries to Make Studying Feel Like Facebook
3 Ways the Government Overestimates Your Ability to Pay for College
Trends in College Pricing, 2010
11 Resolutions for Every College Student This Year
8 Big Changes to College Admissions in 2010 and 2011
AUDIO: Promise Of Jobs Lures Many To For-Profit Schools
One Word for California: Education
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SCHOLARSHIPS
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LTA Latina Sorority Scholarship for Undocumented Students
California South Area Two of Lambda Theta Alpha Sorority is announcing their Third Annual Scholarship for undocumented students. Current high school seniors and continuing college/university students are welcome to apply. A $250-$500 scholarship will be determined based on applicant pool and scholarship funds availability. The deadline is January 28, 2010
The Gates Millennium Scholars (GMS)
GMS was established in 1999 to provide outstanding African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian Pacific Islander American, and Hispanic American students with an opportunity to complete an undergraduate college education in all discipline areas and a graduate education for those students pursuing studies in mathematics, science, engineering, education, public health or library science.
The Gates Millennium Scholars program is available to graduating high school seniors. Eligible applicants must have a minimum grade point average (GPA) of 3.3 on a 4.0 scale, demonstrated leadership skills, and significant financial need. The deadline is January 11, 2011. USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships
USA Funds® will award $1,500 scholarships to students with economic need through USA Funds Access to Education Scholarships®. USA Funds is a nonprofit organization that works to enhance post-secondary education preparedness, access and success by providing and supporting financial and other valued services. Students may receive no more than a total of $6,000 in scholarship awards. The deadline is February 15, 2011.
Hispanic College Fund Scholarships Now Open!
The Hispanic College Fund has announced the opening of scholarship applications, which are available online. Scholarships range from $500 to $10,000 and will be awarded for the 2011-2012 academic year. The deadline is March 1, 2011.
Third Annual "Que Llueva Cafe" Scholarship
The "Que Llueva Café" Scholarship sponsored by Chicano Organizing & Research in Education aims to support the dreams, hopes and aspirations of college bound undocumented students so that they can earn their college education and allow for all of their hard work and sacrifice to persevere. The deadline is February 25, 2011.
National Federation of the Blind 2011 Scholarship Program
To recognize achievement by blind scholars, the National Federation of the Blind annually offers blind college students in the United States the opportunity to win one of thirty national scholarships worth from $3,000 to $12,000. The deadline is March 31, 2011.
Asian Pacific Community Fund
The Asian Pacific Community Fund partners with Verizon to financially assist students in pursuit of higher education as they face the challenge of significantly rising costs of obtaining a college degree. These awards will support those who excel academically, are leaders amongst their peers and are making a positive impact in the Asian and Pacific Islander communities. The scholarship awards will only be used to cover the cost of attending an accredited 4 year college/university. This may include tuition, fees, books, supplies, living expenses and meals. The deadline is March 31, 2011.
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Bank of America NEI Student Leader Program
Since the program's inception in 2004, Bank of America has recognized more than 1,400 Student Leaders as exemplary high school students with a passion for helping their communities. Los Angeles will select 10 students to participate. Those selected Student Leaders will participate in a paid summer internship with a designated local nonprofit organization where they experience first-hand how they can help shape their communities-now and in the future. They will also participate in a transformative six-day, all-expense paid Student Leadership Summit in Washington, DC. The deadline is January 12, 2011.
Call for Nominations: Beat the Odds Program
A program of the Children's Defense Fund, Beat the Odds honors outstanding high school students who have overcome tremendous adversity, demonstrated academic excellence and given back to their communities. CDF holds five high-profile awards events to send a clear signal that someone does care and understand what it takes to stay in school and do well while coping with adversity in their personal lives. CDF encourages you to attend one of these events and learn more about how you can help support outstanding high school students. If you would like to nominate one of your students for this award, please contact Michelle Biltz at 989-430-0130 or biltzmic@gmail.com.
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GRANTS & AWARDS
| The 2011 Eisner Prize
The Eisner Foundation is currently taking applications for "The Eisner Prize", a cash award of $100,000 designed to recognize excellence by an individual or a non-profit organization in uniting multiple generations, especially seniors and youth, to bring about positive changes in their community. The deadline is January 31, 2011.
After School Education and Safety (ASES) Grant Program
The California Department of Education (CDE) has now posted the 2010-11 request for applications for after school programs funding. The California Legislature has directed the CDE to create an application that "... to the extent possible, allow(s) for short and concise applicant responses." The application is, therefore, relatively short. The primary criterion for selecting the applicants to be funded is the percentage of pupils at the school site that are eligible for free or reduced price meals. Please contact the After School Programs Office by phone at 916-319-0923, or by e-mail at afterschool@cde.ca.gov for more information. The deadline is January 14, 2011. 2011 AmeriCorps Grant Competition
The Corporation for National and Community Service is encouraging organizations that want to use national service to address critical community needs to apply for its 2011 AmeriCorps grant competition. The 2011 AmeriCorps funding opportunity will give priority to applicants that address compelling unmet needs in six areas: education, healthy futures, clean energy/ environment, veterans, economic opportunity, and disaster services. The deadline is January 25, 2011. TG Public Benefit Grant
The Public Benefit Grant Program is designed to support efforts by nonprofit educational institutions and organizations that aim to improve postsecondary access and completion. TG intends that the primary beneficiaries of these efforts, either directly or indirectly, be students who are from low- to moderate-income families.TG is now accepting Letters of Inquiry (LOIs) for projects to be funded in 2011-12. This year, TG will consider proposals for direct service projects of up to three years. The anticipated grant range for these projects is between $75,000 and $350,000. Application guidelines and materials are available online at www.tgslc.org/publicbenefit. The deadline for LOI's is February 1, 2011.
The Jenny's Heroes Program
Moving past her days on afternoon television, Jenny Jones has started her Jenny's Heroes Program which awards grants to individuals who submit the best ideas for tangible, lasting community projects. Grants of up to $25,000 are given to projects that promise long-term community benefits. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
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ORGANIZATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
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NCAN: Call for Member News
As a member of SoCal CAN, we are able to feature your work in the National College Access Network (NCAN) newsletter. Each month, NCAN puts together the latest news and highlights of what events, research, student achievements, or other organizational/school news have occurred in college access and success field throughout the country. SoCal CAN members are invited to submit a 200 word (pictures optional) of a success story at your organization. The deadline for the February edition is January 18, 2011.
Nonprofit Leadership Development Program
The Center for Nonprofit Management is excited to offer its innovative Nonprofit Leadership Development Program (NLDP) again in 2011. This seven-month intensive program offers hands-on peer learning and is designed to prepare the next generation of nonprofit leaders to take on greater responsibilities while working closely with their Executive Director/President to strengthen the organization overall. With funding from The California Wellness Foundation, this program is offered free of charge to participants. Click here to learn more! The deadline is January 14, 2011.
Volunteers Needed: Public School Choice 2.0
January 18 - 29, 2011
Last year, LAUSD created an opportunity for some of its consistently low-performing schools and newly constructed schools to be operated by independent entities such as nonprofits, educator teams, and charter schools. In January 2011, applicants applying to take-over the failing schools will present their plans to parents, school employees and community members. Those stakeholders then vote for the teams they believe submitted the best operating plans to manage their school. There are volunteering opportunities for applicant presentation facilitators, as well as volunteers for the voting process. Click here to sign-up to be a volunteer!
Complete the National Survey of College Outreach Programs The Educational Policy Institute is conducting this survey with the hope of collecting information from as many pre-college outreach programs as possible and produce an national directory of college outreach programs. In 2000, they had over 1,100 programs complete the survey and they want to significantly increase that number this year. Programs that complete the survey will be entered for a chance to win an iPad AND will receive a FREE copy of the national directory. Click here to learn more! The deadline is Januray 31, 2011. Free Family Tax-Preparation Services
Magnolia Place is offering FREE Income Tax Prepapration Services for families in the Pico-Union-Adams neighborhoods. Click here to learn more about the complete list of services provided and the locations where they will be offered beginning this month!
Office Sublet at The Campign for College Opportunity (CCO)
CCO has two private offices available for sublet in the Financial District of downtown LA at the Wilshire Grand Hotel Business Center (corner of Wilshire Blvd. and Figueroa St.) to share with non profit organization with staff of six. The smaller office ($500/month) is approximately 150 square feet. The larger office ($900/month) is approximately 263 square feet. Both include internet access, use of fax machine, and shared kitchen area. The option of renting both offices is available for $1,300 a month. Copy machine use is negotiable. Furnished office is optional. Please contact Denise Lassalle at 213-817-6034 or at denise@collegecampaign.org for more information.
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JOBS
| LOCAL OPPORTUNITIES
Education Policy Coordinator
Alliance for a Better Community - Los Angeles, CA
The Alliance for a Better Community (ABC) is seeking a dynamic and intelligent individual to serve as its Education Policy Coordinator. The individual will be responsible for developing and managing ABC's education initiatives and policies that advance quality education for all students. The Alliance for a Better Community is a coalition of organizations and civic leaders promoting equity for Latinos in education, health, economic development and civic participation throughout the Los Angeles region.
Program Coordinator
Youth Policy Institute - Los Angeles, CA
The Youth Policy Institute ("YPI") provides education, training and technology services to lift low-income families out of poverty. Since 2001, YPI has accomplished this by serving families in Los Angeles at 95 sites throughout the city. The Youth Policy Institute seeks Program Coordinators for the Educational Technology department to manage the programming and administrative needs of public computer centers ("PCCs") throughout the LA and San Fernando Valley areas. The deadline is January 21, 2011.
Director of Operations
InnerCity Struggle - Los Angeles, CA
ICS is seeking an energetic, committed and resourceful individual for the position of Director of Operations. The Director of Operations will work directly with the Executive Director, the Program Directors and the organizational development consultants to implement organizational policies and procedures reflective of the organization's values and abiding with federal and state laws. The Director of Operations must be able to manage multiple organizational areas and effectively lead the organization in implementing policies in the areas of human resources, accounting procedures, administrative systems and other infrastructure organizational needs. The deadline is January 30, 2011.
Development Director
InnerCity Struggle - Los Angeles, CA
ICS is seeking an energetic, committed and resourceful individual for the position of Development Director. The Development Director will work with the Executive Director, ICS Accountant and Grassroots Fundraiser to support the fundraising and resource development for ICS. This is a perfect position for a creative, flexible, highly motivated and detail-oriented individual who is interested in working in a fast-paced grassroots organization. The deadline is January 30, 2011.
Youth Programs Leader
A Place Called Home - Los Angeles, CA
A Place Called Home is a dynamic, non-profit youth center in South Central Los Angeles. APCH provides educational programs, counseling, mentoring, music, dance and art classes, and fitness opportunities. The Youth Programs Leader is an energetic organizer, competent administrator, and creative program planner committed to inspiring our population's capacity towards self-reliance, positive, non-prejudicial and nonviolent interaction with peers, teachers, and adults, and to make a positive difference at APCH, in their communities and in the world.
In-Home Tutor
United Friends of the Children (UFC)
Tutors will work with middle and high school students in UFC's College Readiness Program in need of academic assistance. All tutoring will take place in a one-on-one environment in the student's home or at a nearby location (school, public library). Tutors will need to be willing to service the Los Angeles County area, have reliable transportation, and a flexible schedule. Tutors work from 2-15 hours a week. Tutorial hours generally take place Monday through Thursday, between the hours of 4:00pm and 9:00pm.
Community Engagement Support Coordinator
CSU Long Beach - Long Beach, CA
The Community Engagement Support Coordinator is responsible for identifying and assisting community partners and service learning faculty from all academic disciplines to develop mutually beneficial service learning partnerships, and managing liability/risk management processes relating to student community-based learning. The Community Engagement Support Coordinator serves as the service-learning liaison between the community and the CCE. The deadline is January 12, 2011.
AmeriCorps Planning Coordinator
Central Long Beach Building Healthy Communities (BHC) Hub - Long Beach, CA
In conjunction with the Central Long Beach Building Healthy Communities (BHC) Hub Host team, the BHC AmeriCorps Planning Coordinator will convene and lead an AmeriCorps Planning Team in the development of the infrastructure, guidelines, policies and procedures to establish and implement a Long Beach BHC AmeriCorps program; and provide technical assistance in developing agency-level program structure and to support capacity building for agencies seeking to serve as AmeriCorps placement sites.
Volunteer Coordinator
United Friends of the Children (UFC) - Los Angeles, CA
UFC is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to establish a year-round volunteer program that makes a connection between the needs of the organization and the interests of volunteers. The individual in this position will be required to recruit, motivate, train and supervise volunteers who will work with foster youth from throughout the Los Angeles area. The Volunteer Coordinator will need to designand implement a year-round program that is structured to benefit all departments in our organization, Pathways Transitional Housing, Education & Development. Responsibilities will also include establishing & maintaining volunteer training standards, guidelines, materials and procedures.
JOB OUTSIDE OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY
Academic Director
Access Youth Academy - San Diego, CA
Founded in April 2006, Access Youth Academy is an after-school youth enrichment program that combines academic tutoring with squash instruction five days a week. The Academic Director's responsibilties include: implement four after-school homework tutoring sessions each week, organize volunteer tutors (recruitment, training, and scheduling), design and implement effective communication process with teachers in partner schools to ensure student learning goals are met, etc. The deadline is January 21, 2011.
Americorps Early Literacy Associate
Jumpstart for Young Children - San Francisco, CA
Jumpstart's Early Literacy Initiative is looking for an Early Literacy Associate to enhance Jumpstart San Francisco's family engagement program. This full-time AmeriCorps position will focus on implementing family engagement programming for the San Francisco Early Literacy Initiative. The AmeriCorps member will be based in the Bayview and Visitacion Valley neighborhoods in San Francisco, working at the grass-roots level to provide services for children and families as well as building positive relationships with community-based organizations. The deadline is February 4, 2011.
Assistant Director
HACU National Internship Program (HNIP) - Sacramento, CA
Assistant director is responsible for marketing and recruitment aspects of the HACU National Internship Program in the California and Western States region. Assist with day to day management of internship program including, but not limited to; cultivating and maintaining relationships with key Western Region HACU members; support with finding intern housing alternatives in the region, newsletters, success stories, etc. In collaboration with the HNIP Associate Director of Recruitment, develop and execute marketing and recruitment strategies for program; work closely with HNIP staff in DC Office and assist in summer intern events.
Team Leader
Citizen Schools - Bay Area, CA
Citizen Schools seeks talented, enthusiastic, and diverse candidates to serve as part-time Team Leaders with middle school students in California. Team Leaders are essential to the success of the Citizen Schools program. These engaging, dedicated, and caring adults work closely with urban middle-school students and their families to help transform lives. This is a part-time position.
Volunteer Coordinator
United Friends of the Children (UFC) - Los Angeles, CA
UFC is seeking a Volunteer Coordinator to establish a year-round volunteer program that makes a connection between the needs of the organization and the interests of volunteers. The individual in this position will be required to recruit, motivate, train and supervise volunteers who will work with foster youth from throughout the Los Angeles area. The Volunteer Coordinator will need to designand implement a year-round program that is structured to benefit all departments in our organization, Pathways Transitional Housing, Education & Development. Responsibilities will also include establishing & maintaining volunteer training standards, guidelines, materials and procedures.
Policy Analyst
Education Sector - Washington, DC
Seeking a policy analyst to extend and build on Education Sector's work across the areas of productivity, technology, and innovation in both K-12 and post-secondary education. Must push the boundaries of thought on what education innovation means, with a particular emphasis on opportunities to re-design educational systems, processes, relationships, and structures using technology. The successful applicant will build on Education Sector's reputation for producing work that communicates these innovative ideas and concepts and helps policymakers and educators understand them.
Work at the National College Access Network (NCAN)
NCAN currently has openings for the following positions: Assistant Director, Director of Development, and Administrative Assistant. Click the above link to read more about each position and how to apply.
NCAN Career Site
Browse NCAN's career site to get continuous updates of job openings in the college access world across the country.
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MEMBER NEWS |
Project GRAD Los Angeles featured in College Access Foundation's "What We're Learning"
College Access Foundation supported college scholarships for nearly 4,700 students in the 2009-2010 academic year, many from lower performing or under-resourced high schools. "What We're Learning" shares the lessons from the foundation's 2009-2010 grant making and profiles two organizations - East Bay Consortium and Project GRAD Los Angeles - that demonstrate how their partners combine scholarships with intensive academic preparation to increase college access. Click here to download the report and video an inspirational video about the work of Project GRAD Los Angeles.
SoCal CAN's Director Receives the Albert R. Rodriguez Civic Legacy Award
Last month SoCal CAN Director, Alison De Lucca, and Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas were selected as the co-recipients of the Albert R. Rodriguez Civic Legacy Award. Community Partners honors two individuals each year for their contributions to civic life in Los Angeles. The award is in memory of Community Partner's founding board chair, Albert R. Rodriguez.
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We would like to thank The Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation for their steadfast support which has made our monthly e-newsletter possible!
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