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Stay Connected! See What's Going on in the Glades this Week
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Monday, August 17, 2015 Walk to School The Black Star Project - Million Father March - All Palm Beach County Schools
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2015-16 Leadership Glades Applications Deadline this Friday August 14 
Class slots are filling up, so if you intend on submitting an application - please submit it now to reserve your seat.
Leadership Glades is an exciting program designed to prepare potential leaders to meet the challenges facing the Glades. Participants explore critical issues through a series of seminars and related activities.
Orientation September 16, 2015
Education & Cultural Arts Day Oct. 21, 2015
Business & Economy Day Nov. 18, 2015
Health & Human Service Day Dec. 16, 2015
Agriculture & Agribusiness Day Jan. 20, 2016
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Government & Judicial Day Feb. 17, 2016
Environment & Water Mgmt. Day Mar. 16, 2016
Wrap Up/Chamber Breakfast Apr. 20, 2016
Graduation May 2, 2016
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Million Father March
The Initiative started in 2004 in Chicago and has grown to over 500 cities. Researched shows that children whose fathers take an active role in their educational lives earn better grades, score higher on tests, enjoy school, and are mostly likely to graduate from high school and attend college.
WHEN: Monday, August 17, 2015
WHERE: All of Palm Beach County Schools
 
Recruiting Male Mentors ~ Ages 21 and up 
Make a difference NOW through mentoring. Three types of mentoring opportunities: one on one mentoring (requires level II background check), Group mentoring/motivational speaking to groups of kids, Professional mentoring/ career presentations and job shadowing.
Orientation:
WHEN: Thursday, August 15, 2015 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Ramada, 1901 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach
For more information, contact Lashawna Howard, Palm Beach County Youth Services Department
St. Mary's Dental Clinic Offers Free Dental Care to Qualified Individuals & Families
St. Mary's Health Center Dental Clinic is very pleased to announce that dental care is now available, without cost, to qualified low income families and individuals who do NOT have dental insurance coverage (including private or company dental insurance or Medicaid dental coverage). As a member of Florida Health of Palm Beach County, their clinic is staffed by caring volunteer professionals who provide basic dental services including dental exams, cleaning, dental fillings and most extraction cases.
To qualify for dental care, families or individuals need to provide proof of income and Florida residency at their eligibility appointment. To schedule an eligibility appointment call (561) 924-9590. Our dental clinic is conveniently located at St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1200 E. Main Street (441) in Pahokee (behind the historic little white church).
WHEN: By Appointment for qualified individuals and families
WHERE: St. Mary's Dental Clinic, St. Mary's Catholic Church, 1200 E. Main Street, Pahokee Glades Region Master Plan
South Bay, Belle Glade, Pahokee and Canal Point - Take a look at the link below for the newly released Glades Region Master Plan! Thanks to all the residents who took time out to attend the charrettes to give their input and congrats to all the agencies who came together and developed the plan. Very comprehensive!
 Become A Volunteer Tutor ~ Building Better Readers in The Glades
Give the gift of READING to a child! Become a volunteer tutor with the Building Better Readers Program Change a child, change a family, change a community! Tutor first and second grade children, one-on-one, in reading Requirements: Volunteers must be at least 18 years old Commitment to tutor two sessions/week, 90 minutes/session for 25 weeks no experience required. Training will be provided by the Literacy Coalition. In need of Volunteers for
Glades.
NLAP Newsletter: Discrimination Update 
The state of Florida has updated its Discrimination poster to include pregnancy as a protected class. The state's Civil Rights Act was amended earlier this year to prohibit discrimination on the basis of pregnancy. The amended law took effect July 1, 2015.
Job Opportunities 
Glades
Gulfstream Goodwill Industries, Inc.~Assistant Vice President of Program Services:
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Palm Beach County Workforce Housing Program (WHP) 
The County is reviewing the WHP (Workforce Housing Program) to determine ways to improve and streamline it.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 11, 2015 8:00 a.m.
WHERE: Vista Center Hearing Room- Chamber (1W-47) 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach
Young People be Heard: Meet with Commissioners about Community Violence
West Palm Beach commissioners Cory Neering and Keith James are co-hosting a town hall meeting on August 11, 5:30 - 7 p.m. at Gaines Park, 1501 N. Australian Ave., West Palm Beach. This meetings goal is to engage in an inter-generational dialogue between community leaders and youth about violence in our community. For more information, please call 561.655.9200.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 11, 2015 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Gaines Park, 1501 N. Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach
For more information, please call 561.655.9200.
My Brothers Keeper Committee and Task Force Meeting Dates
Please add the following meeting dates to your calendar:
August 11, 2015 MBK Communications Committee 5:30 - 7:00pm at the Ramada (1901 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd WPB)
August 13, 2015 Male Mentor Recruitment Event from 2:00 pm-7 pm at the Ramada (1901 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd WPB) SEE FLYER
August 18, 2015
* MBK Orientation Committee 9:00 am - 12:00 pm 
* MBK Conference/Leadership Committee 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
* MBK Policy Review Committee 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
(All meetings will be held at YSD 50 S. Military Trail WPB)
August 19, 2015
* MBK Mentor Committee 10:00 am - 12:00 pm
* MBK Youth Committee 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
(All meetings will be held at YSD 50 S. Military Trail WPB)
August 25, 2015 FULL MBK Task Force Meeting 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm at the Vista Center 2300 N. Jog Road WPB (See flyer)
Recruiting Male Mentors ~ Ages 21 and up
Make a difference NOW through mentoring. Three types of mentoring opportunities: one on one mentoring (requires level II background check), Group mentoring/motivational speaking to groups of kids, Professional mentoring/ career presentations and job shadowing.
Orientation:
WHEN: Thursday, August 15, 2015 2:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Ramada, 1901 Palm Beach Lakes Blvd., West Palm Beach
For more information, contact Lashawna Howard, Palm Beach County Youth Services Department
View link for volunteer form:
Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches General Meeting
WHEN: Wednesday, August 12, 2015 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
 WHERE: PBC Emergency Operations Center, 20 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach View link for agenda:
Nonprofit Accounting Changes That May Affect Your Organization
Fee: FREE - Seating is very limited. Nonprofit Financial Management Network (NFM Network), in partnership with Holyfield & Thomas, LLC, invites you to attend a complimentary Nonprofit Accounting Update. The presentation will focus on two key areas that may impact your nonprofit organizations:
- The Financial Accounting Standards Board's (FASB) Exposure Draft on Nonprofit Financial Statement Presentation.
- An overview of the proposed changes to the nonprofit financial statement, why nonprofits should be interested in the changes, and how you can share your views on the changes with FASB before they become effective.
Office of Management and Budget's (OMB) Uniform Guidance for Federal Awards. An overview of recent changes to cost principles and certain other administrative requirements for Federal Awards that became effective December 26th, 2014 and how they affect the award recipient. This new "super Circular" replaces OMB Circulars A-21, A-50, A-87, A-102, A-122, and A-133.WHEN: Friday, August 14th, 2015 Breakfast 8:30 a.m. 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 am
WHERE: Children's Services Council, 2300 High Ridge Road, Anderson Room, Boynton Beach
2015 Back To School Bash: Gaines Park
The Salvation Army Northwest Community Center, Northwest Community Consortium (NCCI), Florida Public Utilities, Lowes, Walmart, Tabernacle Missionary Baptist Church, Helping Hands Initiative, Palm Beach County Health Department, Urban League of Palm Beach County with assistance from The City of West Palm Beach is sponsoring its annual "Back-To-School Bash 2015", This community wide event is open to the residents of West Palm Beach. As our group consists of non-profits and local government we are enlisting the support of the community to provide resources to make this event a success.
Back to school can be an expensive time of the year. Consider all the items a child may need to head back to an institution of learning; pencils, pens, notebooks, a new book bag, clothes, shoes, etc. It all adds up and with the economy crunch, can you imagine how costly this can be for some families in your community who are already struggling to get by.
We will conduct pre-registration for the event beginning July 17th and ending on July 31st at the following locations: Gaines Park, 1505 North Australian Avenue West Palm Beach, Coleman Park, 1116 21st Street; West Palm Beach, 33407 and The Salvation Army Northwest Community Center, 600 N. Rosemary Ave., West Palm Beach, 33401. We request that forms be returned by, Friday, July 31st.
WHEN: Saturday, August 15, 2015 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Gaines Park, 1505 North Australian Avenue, West Palm Beach
If you have any questions please call Mike Pinkney or Teresa Johnson: 561-833-6767 or 561-275-7001
2014-2015 West Palm Beach Money Smart Training Schedule
FDIC money smart financial education how to make your money and credit work for you! This dynamic workshop includes: How to create a realistic budget, How to improve your credit score, How to create a savings plan, and How to establish banking relationships please RSVP - classes fill-up fast class fee is $25.00 (individual) or $40.00 (couple) in form of money order (no personal checks)
WHEN: Mondays, August 17, October 19, December 2, 2015
WHERE: Prospect Place - West Atrium Entrance, 3111 S. Dixie Hwy. Suite 221, West Palm Beach
For more information and to RSVP Call: (561) 655-7581
Dress for Success Palm Beaches - Next Step Classes 
Next Step: Great Program: Learn About Yourself, How to Find Employment, AND Get Free Work Clothes!
If you are a woman between the ages of 18 and 25 and need more confidence and assistance in building a career, this program is an adventure you will not want to miss! Free - and lunch is included! NOTE: All applications must be received NO LATER THAN August 30, 2015
After completing an intake interview, and agreeing to attend all sessions, here is what you will get: A personality assessment - learn more about yourself so you can present yourself anywhere with more confidence! Lots of help with all the aspects of looking for and finding the right job. Get to meet local Human Resources and recruiting professionals who will assist you and give you lots of information. Get a head-to-toe interview outfit from Dress for Success, and when you get the job, receive (absolutely free) a full week's worth of work outfits! (Also - free hairstyling). Participate in a class with your peers, and make new friendships that are supportive as you go through the class together- write a resume, learn how to interview.
WHEN:Tuesdays, September 15, - December 1, 2015 11:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Worth Campus of Palm Beach State College, 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth
Palm Beach County Positions with Literacy AmeriCorps 
What is AmeriCorps? AmeriCorps is a national service program, also known as the "domestic peace corps". Participants, known as AmeriCorps members, commit to 1 year of service with an AmeriCorps program, contributing 1700 hours of service to help meet a local community need. http://www.nationalservice.gov/programs/AmeriCorps
Literacy AmeriCorps is a local AmeriCorps program sponsored by the Literacy Coalition of Palm Beach County.
Our program recruits 40 recent college graduates each year to serve with us, tutoring, teaching and mentoring all ages. Our members serve in elementary schools as reading tutors, in high schools as graduation coaches, in libraries teaching adults and helping children with homework, in adult education programs and nonprofits focusing on English and Employability Skills for low income adults.
Benefits:
Annual Stipend of $12,530-paid bi-monthly
Education Award of $5,730-to pay off federal student loans or pay for college
Health Insurance Training, Professional Development, Real World Work Experience, Networking for Future Employment, Career and Resume Development
Candidates must apply online and call us directly for more information at 561-279-9103
Monday Morning Updates August 10, 2015
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Previous Postings GLADES AREA
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Join the Glades Initiative for Yasmin's 1st Baby Shower 
It's a potluck - bring a dish, join us food, games and fun!
WHEN: Friday, August 21, 2015 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade
Limit 30 people due to the size of our room.
Must See: 7 Ways to Spot that Someone is Being Trafficked
http://edition.cnn.com/2015/07/30/travel/human-trafficking-at-airports/index.html
Families First's Kin Support Project
Raising A Loved One's Children? Know Someone Who Is? Don't Know Where To Turn? In Palm Beach County as in the rest of the country, more and more relatives are raising loved ones' children due to death, incarceration, mental or emotional issues, addiction or other reasons. As grandparents, aunts, uncles, older siblings and other family members suddenly thrust into the role of parents, you may not be prepared and don't know where to turn for help and support. Services are FREE for Kinship Families
Families First's Kin Support Project can help:
- Advocacy and Linkage
- Legal Services
- Economic Benefits
- Healthcare & Health Insurance
- Individual & Family Therapy
- Educational Services through the School System
- Services, Counseling & Education, Support Groups, Financial Guidance
For information contact Denise Chin: (561) 318-4224 or dchin@familiesfirstpbc.org
View link for more information: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/07.27.15/KinSupportProject.pdf
Ella's Closet in the Lighthouse Caf� ~ Belle Glade
Ella's Closet, part of the Lighthouse Cafe at 400 NW Avenue B Place in Belle Glade, is a way to remember a sweet baby who was taken from us way too soon. The closet has items for new mother's
or father's in need - to purchase with "Ella Bucks" earned by attending various training's, such as infant/child CPR, drowning prevention, etc.
Donations to Ella's Closet are tax deductible. They are in need of new or gently used baby/toddler clothes,
baby toiletries, diapers in any sizes and larger items such as car seats, high chairs, walkers, and pack and plays. Due to insurance purposes, they can only accept new cribs and car seat donations. If you would prefer to make a cash donation to be used to purchase items for Ellas's closet, please make the check out to Lighthouse Cafe - Ella's Closet and mail to: RC Hatton, PO Box 220, Pahokee, FL 33476.
Donated items can be dropped off at the following locations/times:
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Lighthouse Cafe
400 SW Avenue B Place
Belle Glade, FL 33430
Hours: 7:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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United Methodist Church
401 SW 1st Street
Belle Glade, FL 33430
Hours: 9:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
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Terri Royal
1050 SE 18th Street
Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Debra Allen
13348 US Hwy 441 N
Canal Point, FL 33438
561-261-7723
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C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics Provides Dental Services
The C. L. Brumback Primary Care Clinics now provides preventive dental services to children and adults at four sites throughout Palm Beach County from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Monday through Friday. Patients can call 561.642.1000 to make an appointment for dental care, including checkups, cleanings, fillings and extractions, at:
C. L. Brumback Health Center
Florida Department of Health
38754 State Rd 80, Belle Glade
Rate Changes in Level II Background Screenings - Increased Requirements
Due to changes in requirements for level II background screenings for DCF contracted entities (child care providers, summer camps, etc.), FDLE has changed the rate they charge livescan vendors, such as the Glades Initiative, to process level II background screenings. In addition, now that DCF is using the clearinghouse for their screenings, photos are required with the screens - which adds to the amount of processing for the livescan vendor. Our revised fee schedule for Level II Background Screenings is as follows:
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2015 Rates
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Member Rates
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Non-Member Rates
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DCF Child Care w/photo
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$65
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$70
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DCF Summer Camp w/photo
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$75
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$80
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ACHA/Dept. of Health w/photo
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$75
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$80
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VECHS Nonprofit Agency Employee
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$55
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$60
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VECHS Nonprofit Agency Volunteer
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$45
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$50
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Dept. of Education/Teaching Certificate
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$55
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$60
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Dept. of Health/Healthcare Certificate w/photo
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$75
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$80
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All others, standard rate
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$75
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$80
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To schedule background screenings with the Glades Initiative, contact Sandy Desty at 561-996-3310 or email sdesty@gladesinitaitive.org. To set up an account with your agency to have your staff screened by the Glades Initiative, contact Carol Rodriguez at the number above or email her at crodriguez@gladesinitiative.org.
Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network Newsletter (LORHN) July
Job Opportunities
Other Areas
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Previous Postings OTHER AREAS
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Affordable Care Act Workshop
Get ahead of the curve; fully understand your healthcare coverage. Certified Healthcare Navigators will be on site to explain details about your new Health Insurance and Preventative Health Services
WHEN: Wednesday, August 19, 2015 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vicker's House, 3801 Georgia Avenue, West Palm Beach
For more information call: (877) 553-7453
View link for flyer: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/07.27.15/AffordableCareActWorkshop.pdf
Nonprofit Chamber Advocacy Conference: There Are No Profits Without Nonprofits
The Nonprofit Chamber is bringing you two national experts to discuss Nonprofit Advocacy. How do we portray ourselves publicly to be thought of and treated as more than charities? As the third largest employer in the country, nonprofits can be an invaluable partner for businesses and government in economic growth planning. So, how do we get there? And, members of Palm Beach County's Legislative Delegation will join us for a discussion on how best to advocate in Tallahassee on behalf of our services and clients. This conference is a MUST for nonprofit leaders, economic development interests, businesses and government representatives. Cost: $100 members; $125 nonmem
 bers; (receive member price if you sign up for membership) WHEN: Friday, August 28, 2015 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
For more information call Nonprofit Chamber: 561.877.2213WHERE: Embassy Suites, 1601 Belvedere Rd, West Palm Beach View link for more details and how to register: http://www.gladesinitiative.org/downloads/08.03.15/NonprofitChamberAdvocacyConference.pdf |
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Posting Information to our Eblast & Volunteering
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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. 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
Check the Glades Community Calendar for Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative
additional activities scheduled in the Glades area: or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades
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