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Stay Connected! See What's Going on in the Glades this Week
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Planned Approach To Community Health (PATCH)
The Glades PATCH is a program designed to help the community evaluate, plan and implement health education and disease prevention and intervention programs. PATCH helps promote the health of the community to include social, emotional and physical well-being of its citizens. PATCH is a partnership of concerned citizens and organizations. This partnership provides a forum for identifying health problems affecting the community and mobilizing the community to plan, conduct and evaluate intervention services.
WHEN: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: Glades Initiative, Inc., 141 SE Ave. C, Belle Glade
Join the Glades Initiative for Yasmin's 1st Baby Shower
Yasmin is our Community Resource Educator, and she's due to have her first baby next month! It's a boy! The shower is 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.
Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting 
Mr. James Green will be the speaker/presenter for this meeting. He will be bringing valuable information about the exciting mentor recruitment initiative under the "My Brother's Keeper" program.
WHEN: Thursday August 27, 2015 9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: South Bay City Hall, 335 S.W. 2nd Avenue, South Bay
Everglades Preparatory Academy Accepting High School Enrollments
Attention High School Students (9-12 Grades) Everglades Preparatory Academy is now accepting Hig School student enrollment applications!
"A Great Learning Experience." School Hours: 8:15 a.m. - 3:15 p.m. Principal Edna Stephens.
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Credit Recovery
* Free Breakfast and Lunch
* Free Transportation
* Increase Grade Point Average
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* Field Trips throughout the year
* High School Diploma
Summer Camp Enrichment Program (Provides student the
opportunity for credit-recovery, activities, guest speakers,
classroom discussions, college visits, and field trips)
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Call 561-924-3002 ENROLL TODAY Everglades Preparatory Academy, 360 East Main Street, Pahokee
Glades Emergency Food Distribution Sites 
The Glades Initiative, Inc. has compiled this listing of Glades area emergency food distribution sites. It lists all known food pantries and meal sites in the Glades, to include the Glades Initiative's Glades Area Food Bank partner agencies. Please feel free to contact listed agencies to make referrals for families in need.
Women on the Run ~ Nominate A Women Today!
The Women's Foundation of Palm Beach County needs your help to identify women leaders who should run for office. They are holding a non-partisan training on September 26 to empower women with the skills to run for elected office. If you know a woman you think should get ready to run, please share the attached training flyer with them and please
Women can register on their own, but research shows women need to be encourage and asked to run several times. If you nominate them using this link the Women's Foundation will email them and call them letting them know they have been nominated and we want them to attend. Women on the Run is a year-long interactive training and mentoring program for women interested in running for office or serving in a leadership role of a community organization. The program starts with a one-day training with our partner Wellstone Action, a premier center for political leadership development. Participants in the training on September 26th will gain: - "How to" plans on running for office
- Fundraising and communications skills
- Real-world advice and best practices from experts
- Strategies for positioning oneself for public leadership
- Inspiration to launch a campaign
In addition, Women on the Run moves beyond the traditional campaign training by providing ongoing support. All participants will be assigned an elected official who will serve as a mentor and receive a Women on the Run Leadership Circle membership. Intimate support circles will meet each quarter for the next year with an elected official to continue their training and provide a network of other women running for office. Research shows that increasing women in elected office can make government more transparent and inclusive. The Women's Foundation is committed to engaging a critical mass of women to run simultaneously to change the way government works. We invite you to join this non-partisan movement to ensure women are visible, valued and heard in Palm Beach County. We also welcome your support as a partner and sponsor. If you want to get more involved, please review the attached 2015 Women on the Run sponsorship information.
Youth Move Florida ~ Motivating Others Through Voices of Experience
Youth M.O.V.E. is a youth led network for teens affiliated with the Federation of Families FL committed to improving services and systems that support positive growth and development by uniting the voices of individuals who have lived experience in various systems including mental health, juvenile justice, education and child welfare.
What they do: They advocate for youth rights and voice in mental health and other systems that serve them, for the purpose of empowering youth to be equal partners in the process of change. They advocate for youth to utilize their power and expertise to foster change in their communities and in their own lives.
How they do it: They host youth support meetings here in the Glades to assist in developing Youth Leadership. They hold workshops and seminars to train youth how to navigate systems of care. They provide information and referrals to help youth transition effectively. They provide a safe environment where youth can unite with other peers in a positive environment. they provide advocacy and coach other youth on how to provide authentic youth voice.
For more information, contact the Federation of Families at 561-993-3435 101 N.W. 1st Avenue, South Bay
Federation of Families August 2015 Activity Calendar 
The Federation of Families offers support and education to help strengthen families, reduce stress and reduce the feeling s of isolation. Some of their programs include:
- Youth mental health prevention after school and summer respite care for school age children, with field trips, homework assistance, life skills
- Parents with a Purpose Support Groups for Families & Youth involved in systems of care (DJJ, mental health)
- Strengthening Multi-Ethnic Families & Communities Parent Training: A Violence Prevention Program
- Grandparents Raising Grandchildren Support and Activity Groups
- Saving Lives Basic Life Support/First Aid and CPR Training
- Food for Families, help getting food stamps
- Health, Wellness, and Recovery Training (anger management, job coaching, women's groups..)
- Information and Referral
For more information, contact the Federation of Families at 561-993-3435 101 N.W. 1st Avenue, South Bay
Nominate Somone for the Barry Krischer Humanitarian Award
The Barry Krischer Humanitarian Award was established by the YWCA in 2008 to honor a law enforcement, social services or health care professional or organizational unit that has gone beyond the "call of duty," or what normally would be expected, to assist a victim(s) of domestic violence. The 2015 award will be presented at the DV Awareness Month opening ceremonies on October 5th. The service being commended must have taken place between August 1, 2014 and July 31, 2015.
Nominations must be received no later than 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 11, 2015.
Nominations should be mailed to Krischer Award Nomination, YWCA of Palm Beach County, 1016 North Dixie Highway, West Palm Beach, Florida 33401 or faxed to 561-640-9155.
Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network August Newsletter
Job Opportunities
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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.
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
Contact Families First's Kin Support Project. Services are FREE for Kinship Families
Join the Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County 
The Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County is an alliance of healthcare organizations and community partners working together to prevent diabetes and improve the lives of people living with the disease as well as those who are touched by it through Education, Awareness, Quality Services, Management, and Advocacy.
Current working committees/Projects:
- Diabetes Week 2015: 2000+ one on one Diabetes risk assessment interviews completed by volunteers at various venues throughout PB County during Nov. 8 - Nov. 14
- Volunteer Coordination - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR NOV. 8 - 14 (Training provided)
- 2016 Diabetes Symposium for Healthcare Providers
- Data & Resources committee to train volunteers & collect, tabulate, analyze, and present data gathered from Diabetes Week
- Education and Member Scholarships
Click here for our member application SANDY NEED LINK HERE
Department of Labor ~ Changes in Independent Contractor Classification
Big changes in how the Department of Labor defines "Independent Contractors" has take effect as of July 15, 2015.
The DOL is using a very broad definition of employee based on the "economic realities" of the relationship. In applying the economic realities factors, courts have described independent contractors as those workers with economic independence who are operating a business of their own.
On the other hand, workers who are economically dependent on the employer, regardless of skill level, are employees covered by the FLSA. In other words, they will examine whether the worker is really in business for him or herself (and thus is an independent contractor) or is economically dependent on the employer (and thus is its employee). The IRS does not follow the same rules as the DOL, where they focus primarily on the employer control of the individual, which are summarized in the old 20 Factor Test. An individual is an employee if not an independent contractor if they perform services that can be controlled by an employer (what will be done and how it will be done). This applies even if the individual is given freedom of action. What matters is that the employer has the legal right to control the details of how the services are performed. Keep in mind that both the DOL and IRS agree that misclassification as independent contractors is common and a top enforcement priority. Because the rules have changed, you should review all independent contractor classifications in light of this new guidance.
Department of Labor Updated FMLA Forms The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issues forms for employers to use in the administration of Family Medical (FMLA) leave. On the heels of the old forms expiring earlier this year, the DOL has issued new forms. In addition to a new expiration date, the new forms also include specific references to the Genetic Information Nondiscrimination Act, which limits collection of data on hereditary health conditions that could be used to discriminate against employees, and recent regulations related to military service leave. If you use the DOL's forms (which are strongly recommended by Legal Aid Society), check the expiration date in the upper right-hand corner. The new forms, which can be found on the DOL's website at www.dol.gov/whd/fmla/2013rule/militaryforms.htm, will bear an expiration date of May 31, 2018. If you don't use the DOL's forms, review your forms to ensure that they comply with both GINA and recent FMLA developments. 
Foster Parent Informational Session 
Want to learn more about how YOU can change a child's life? We provide a large stipend as well as continuous support. We accept ALL people from ALL walks of life. Join us on August 19th at 5:30p @ 3155 Lake Worth Rd, Palm Springs; for light refreshments and more information about how you can become a foster parent. RSVP to 561.398.5826.
WHEN: Wednesday, August 19, 2015 5;30 p.m.
WHERE: Cayuga Centers, 3155 Lake Worth Road, Palm Springs
Please RSVP to 561.398.5826
Florida KidCare Communications Toolkit
A snapshot, in the same alphabetical order as the downloadable toolkit, of how each item can be used -
- Brochure: Link this informational brochure to your website. *To have mass quantities of professionally-printed brochures shipped to you, visit Florida Healthy Kids 'Inventory List.
- Dental Poster: Feature this poster on your website. Even better-have it professionally printed to add some color to your local dentist offices and give them something to smile about.
- Educational Handout for Public: Upload this handout to your website and print out copies to hand out to Florida families as tangible reminder of what makes Florida KidCare special.
- Electronic PSAs: In need of a radio advertisement? These two spots are pre-approved and ready to rock and roll. Don't forget that some radio stations even play them free of charge.
- Facebook Cover Photos: Florida KidCare deserves to be front-and-center for back to school. Set one of these two cover photos as your organization's Facebook Cover Photo. They're already perfectly sized with the "cover photo" dimensions. All you have to do is hit "upload."
- Florida KidCare Paper Application: Print out paper applications if you know you'll be with a family who needs one. Remind families that applying online is faster and easier.
- Health Posters: Link these posters to your website to add some informative Florida KidCare flair. To have mass quantities of professionally-printed posters shipped to you, see the Inventory List.
- Hold Messaging: If you have to keep families waiting on the phone, why not have them learn about Florida KidCare in the meantime? Record this ready-to-go "hold messaging."
- Infographic: Who doesn't love a good infographic? Share this infographic on your social media pages to give the public a Florida KidCare visual.
- Internal One-Pager for Informative Use: Get to know how Florida KidCare can help the families you serve-and, in turn, how you can help Florida KidCare. This one-pager will give you the 411 on how you (the partner) can get involved. *This document is for INTERNAL purposes only and should not be circulated to the public.
- Newsletter Submission: Newsletters are ALWAYS looking for content from those who are willing to share it. Submit this ready-to-go newsletter submission to as many newsletters as you can.
- Postcards: Feature this postcard as a snapshot via social media or your website. *To have mass quantities of professionally-printed postcards shipped to you, see the Inventory List.
- Social Media Posts: Social media posts in a snap! Disperse these 14 prewritten Facebook posts and 14 tweets (scaled down to the proper number of Twitter characters) throughout the next few weeks to get Florida KidCare on your followers' social radars during back to school.
- Stakeholder Email: Spread the word via email. Simply copy and paste this document into the body of an email and send along to any organizations that can benefit. All they have to do is hit "forward" to send along to applicable customers/families.
- Web Flash Ads: Florida KidCare promotion-in a flash! Implement these flashing web ads (linking back to www.floridakidcare.org) on your website. Encourage others to do the same so that no website is without the Florida KidCare superhero this season.
- Website Screenshots: Both www.healthykids.org and www.floridakidcare.org recently got web makeovers for the purpose of creating streamlined, easily-accessible sites for beloved families. Share these website screenshots on your social media pages to drive families to apply.
Fate of Uber in Palm Beach County to be determined August 18
Citizens For Improved Transit supports Uber as a transportation option that has significant positive impacts on the lives of county residents and benefits the local economy. On August 18th at 9:30 a.m., the Palm Beach Board of County Commissioners will vote on an ordinance that will determine if Uber will be able to continue operating in Palm Beach County.
Citizens For Improved Transit's recommendation: Uber should be allowed to continue to operate without additional restrictions. It has a proven track record of safe service that benefits the community without using any tax dollars. If at anytime in the future the background checks Uber performs are found to be insufficient the County Commissioners can require increased background checks to continue operations in the county. Uber is an asset to Palm Beach County and should be allowed to continue serve its residents.
The Board of County Commissioners will be voting if to allow Uber to continue to operate in Palm Beach County on Tuesday, August 18th. The meeting is open to the public:
WHEN: Tuesday, August 18, 2015 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: 6th floor, 301 North Olive Avenue, West Palm Beach
If you have an opinion on Uber you can speak for up to 2 minutes in front of the county commissioners at the meeting. It is required you fill out a card to speak when you arrive before discussions on the topic starts.
Emails should be sent no later than Monday August 17th.
If you have not tried Uber, use the code "UBER-PBC" and your first trip up to $20 will be free. Uber rides cost approximately 60% less than a traditional taxi ride. A $30 taxi trip would cost $12 using Uber. A fare estimate can be seen before requesting a trip after inputting the starting location and ending destination.
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
Let's Paint South Florida Orange - September is Hunger Action Month
What is hunger action month & why go orange? Almost 800,000 people in South Florida are food insecure - they don't know from where they will get their next meal. This September, you can help be part of the solution! GO ORANGE to raise awareness of this critical issue that's a daily reality for so many in our own backyard. As individuals, businesses and government, we all have a role to play in getting more food to those who need it, as well as breaking the cycle of hunger & poverty.
As part of a nationwide initiative created by Feeding America, Hunger Action Month (HAM) takes place throughout September and is designed to raise awareness for the issue of hunger in America. Hunger Action Month is our opportunity to be a part of a month-long movement that has a real and lasting impact on the mission to end hunger in South Florida. It starts with a color, and ends with a solution... that solution is you!
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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.
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
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
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My Brothers Keeper Committee and Task Force Meeting Dates
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)
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
Nonprofit Chamber 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: |
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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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