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Grant applications can now be submitted to the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa for its 2015 spring grant cycle. The deadline to submit applications is midnight (CST) April 1, 2015. 

 Grants are awarded to projects in the following areas: art and culture, community betterment, education, environment, health, historic preservation and human service.

The online grant application may be found on the Community Foundation's website at www.cfneia.org. Grants recipients will be announced June 2015.

First-time grant applicants should contact Tom Wickersham, Program Director, at (319) 287-9106 ext. 20 prior to submitting an application.

Grant applicants must be a 501(c)(3) designated organization (or government entity) serving Black Hawk County in order to be considered for funding.

For more information, please contact the Community Foundation of Northeast Iowa at (319) 287-9106.

Job Title:  Scheduling/Staff Coordinator

NewAldaya Lifescapes is seeking a full-time scheduling/staff coordinator. Must have health care/long term care experience in staffing, scheduling, or Human Resources (preferred). 

Candidate will work closely with Human Resources, nursing and all other departments in daily scheduling of all employees.

Please click here for more information on how to apply.  Applications received by March 24 will be given first consideration.

Job Title:  Executive Director

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northeast Iowa seeks an Executive Director to lead the agency's mission, strategy and goals. Position includes fiscal management, fund development, marketing, human resources and board relations. 

Candidates should have three years of related professional experience. Bachelor's degree required. To apply, email cover letter and resume in PDF format to [email protected] by March 10th.
 

Job Title:  Child Care Director 

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Child Care Director is responsible for the development and implementation of all child care programs including the Child Development Center, 8 School Age Child Care sites, Schools out Fun Days, Day Camps (Winter Break, Spring Break & Summer) and onsite child watch. The Director oversees the management of programs, including Child and Adult Care Food Program, facilities used, staff and volunteer development, and collaborations with community agencies in meeting the needs of YMCA members and program participants. 

The candidate must possess the experience and educational background suitable for the position. The position requires a BA/BS Degree or equivalent in work experience; a minimum of four years experience
in licensed childcare administration is preferred.

For more information about this position and how to apply, please click here.

Job Title: Executive Director

The Waterloo Schools Foundation Board is seeking a leader with a passion for fundraising, education, and impacting youth in the community to serve as Executive Director. This individual is responsible for achieving greater visibility, recognition, and impact for the Foundation.  

The Executive Director role requires a talent for fundraising, strategic planning, leading volunteers, and developing relationships within the School District and community. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fundraising environment with a demonstrated ability to be a self-starter, work independently with limited supervision, and effectively prioritize and complete tasks. 

 For more information about this position and how to apply, please go to 

2015 R.J. McElroy Scholar Lecture  
Dr. Caldwell's presentation "Youth Development and Healthy Leisure"
 

When:  Thursday, April 2, 2015

Where: UNI, WRC 252

Time:    6:30 p.m.

Cost:     free   

Dr. Linda Caldwell's 2015 R.J McElroy Scholar Lecture on the topic of "Youth Development and Healthy Leisure."

Dr. Caldwell is a Distinguished Professor of Recreation, Park, and Tourism
Management and Human Development and Family Studies at The Pennsylvania State University. Her research focuses on interventions to promote healthy lifestyles and reduce risky behaviors. 

For more information, Chris Edington is available to answer your questions at (319)273-2840 or [email protected]

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The Master of Social Work Student Association and other departments at the University of Northern Iowa will be hosting a training on

 "Advice from Child Molesters" 

When:  Apri13, 2015

Where: Sabin Hall 

Time:   3:15 to 5:15 p.m. 

Cost:    Free

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The CVNA would like to thank you for another great year of membership. Please note, invoicing for this year will be sent out this week.  We look forward to another year of planning, workshops and friendships.