In This Issue...
Announcements | Webinars/Trainings | COVID-19 Resources | Technology Resources | Upcoming Grants | Capella/Strayer University Partnership
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MCA Director on Tedi Talks Podcast
MCA Executive Director Chong-Anna Canfora was featured in a Tedi Talks podcast talking about Michigan Community Action Agencies.
You’ll know Tedi from MCA’s social racial justice training series and he’ll also be hosting the Leadership Lab training event held September 30, 2021 see below for full details. To sign up for training go here.
Listen to the podcast here.
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Blue Mountain Action Council (BMAC) seeks new CEO
BMAC is searching for a new CEO to succeed its current CEO, who is retiring after many successful years. BMAC is located in Walla Walla, WA which is an amazing place to lead a CAP agency and an amazing place to live. BMAC's operating budget is just at $10 million with approximately 70 employees. The position is expected to pay $110,000 to $120,000 plus an attractive benefit package. We have attached a position profile that describes the job and the community.
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June 9, 2021 - Training Committee Meeting
10:00 AM EDT
June 15, 2021 - Develop a Logic Model with PosiPower Strategies
12:00 PM EDT
June 16, 2021 - Legislative
Committee Meeting
10:00 AM EDT
July 19, 2021 - Finance
Committee Meeting
10:30 AM EDT
July 19, 2021 - Directors
Council Meeting
1:00 PM EDT
July 19, 2021 - Board of Directors Meeting
3:00 PM EDT
For a full list of events,
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The Michigan Community Action Update is a round-up of important information for members of Michigan Community Action.
We may send more
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Early Bird Pricing Now EXTENDED to June 18 |
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Develop a Logic Model with PosiPower Strategies | Jordana Shakoor | June 15, 2021 | 12:00 PM EDT | Provided by Michigan Community Action
Developing strong program theories of change and grant proposals grounded in a sound ‘logic model’ is essential to success. In this course, participants will learn how to develop a logic model because it is the benchmark for accountability. The question is why do we serve and how can we get the best results from our efforts? It is important to thoroughly analyze what is working and what is not, and what we can do about measuring the results quantitatively and qualitatively. What we do every day in the workplace has to be deliberate and make an impact. There has to be an intended relationship between our investment of time, energy, resources and the results we are getting. Thinking positively is the first step in our benchmark for developing a logic model. Topical issues of this course are:
· Why will a logical model work best with a positive attitude
· What is a logic model? (Historical perspective)
· Why logic models are all about change – causal connections
· What do we evaluate; when, where, and how
· 12 Steps to Developing a Logic Model with PosiPower Strategies.
*Please note: This program is not a ROMA (Results Oriented Management and Accountability) course but is an excellent introduction to the concept of logic models and could be used as a pre-cursor to enrollment into ROMA practitioner or trainer studies and certification. You can learn more about ROMA training and certification at www.roma-nptp.org.
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What America Believes About Homelessness - Free Webinar Co-Sponsored by Michigan Community Action, MI Coalition Against Homelessness, and CEDAM |June 15, 2021 | 12:00 PM ET
Join Invisible People's research team (Mike Dickerson, Mark Horvath, and Barbara Poppe) for an overview of “What America Believes About Homelessness,” Invisible People’s report explaining original survey research aiming to understand public attitudes about homelessness. This will include: * Unpacking public attitudes about homelessness, including general attitudes, attitudes towards people experiencing homelessness, and homelessness and housing policy. * Identification of different audience segments within the public based on clustering their homelessness attitudes. * Review of message testing data, and recommendations for messaging best practices when addressing the media and the public on homelessness issues. * Question and answer session with the research team.
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Leadership Lab series now being held 9.30.21. Price updated and scholarships available.
Michigan Community Action and the Professionals Forum are excited to announce the launch of the 2021 Leadership Lab series.
This is a great opportunity to provide professional development and trainings for your agency. This seven-part Leadership Lab series was designed to provide top-quality professional development & trainings for today's busy leaders. The goal is to help put the 'Leader' back into leadership. The Lab is committed to bringing high-quality and relevant programs presented by top leaders who shine in their area of expertise. The Lab has been designed with everyone in mind, from the new supervisor to the CEO, helping them to set a new Gold Standard of Leadership Excellence in their organizations and in the communities served. We hope you and members of your team will take advantage of this great opportunity to learn, grow and succeed. Click the image above to download a flyer with all the training content details.
MCA is committed to help smaller agencies overcome cost barriers - the association will provide full scholarships for up to 15 MCA Member participants. Please contact Angelia Miller at [email protected] to request financial assistance. Scholarships will be provided first come, first serve.
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Live UPDATED MIOSHA Emergency Rules Q&A
Recently, Michigan COVID-19 Workplace Safety Director Sean Egan hosted a live webinar to discuss the updated MIOSHA Emergency Rules which included workplace requirements to establish safe and healthy work environments.
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CAPLAW Provides EEOC Updated Workplace Vaccination Guidance
On May 28, 2021, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) updated its guidance regarding employer vaccination policies. The updates, which appear in Section K of the EEOC’s FAQ on COVID-19 and workplace anti-discrimination laws, explain when and how employers may implement workplace vaccination policies like vaccination mandates and incentives. Read the CAPLAW News Flash.
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On Demand: Top Tech Picks for Nonprofits with Small Budgets | Provided by TechSoup
In this webinar we discussed the top 10 technology offers from TechSoup that can specifically help nonprofits with small budgets of less than $100,000 a year. Watch on YouTube.
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Michigan Nonprofit Association Cybersecurity Awareness Webinar | June 16, 2021 | 10:00 AM ET | Provided by Michigan Nonprofit Association
Cybersecurity is becoming a hot topic, but it can feel complicated or overwhelming. It doesn't have to be!
Join Michigan Nonprofit Association and cybersecurity partner Defendify as we cut through the noise to discuss the actual threats to your organization today.
In the past, protecting devices and networks consisted of antivirus and firewalls. Today, as everything moves online, to the cloud, and away from the traditional office setting, security solutions must follow suit.
We’ll explore what it REALLY takes to protect your organization, and provide resources to help you do it, even on a budget. We simplify the conversation using straight talk, not tech talk, so you can learn quick-and-easy first steps to take and free services that can help.
Register now to claim your virtual seat for the live session!
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Navigator Informational Webinar | June 9, 2021 | 1:00 PM ET |
The Biden Administration has announced there will be $80 million in grant funding available to organizations that help people enroll in health insurance and Medicaid. This funding opportunity is known as the navigator program. New organizations are encouraged to apply, especially those that focus on communities of color, immigrant communities, and other groups that are disproportionately likely to be uninsured.
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Michigan Community Action, Capella University
& Strayer University Partnership
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Your ambitions are important. Through our partnership with Capella University, you and your immediate family are eligible for significant educational benefits,* each designed to help you reach your goals.
These include:
- 50% off your first 12-week session tuition through Capella’s FlexPath learning format plus an additional
- 10% tuition discount on all subsequent sessions
- $3,000-$20,000 scholarships on eligible bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs through
- Capella’s GuidedPath learning format plus an additional 10% tuition discount
- Opportunity to save on general education courses through Sophia Learning, Capella’s affiliate
- Support throughout your academic journey, including advising support and career counselling
Explore Continuing Education content
We understand the demands of a typical workday. That’s why Capella has teamed up with EliteHealthcare to provide access to courses eligible for CE credit. This content is available on demand, on us.
Learn more about Capella
Capella offers an online, flexible education and a variety of bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programs. Available areas of study include nursing, health administration, business, information technology and more.
*Eligible programs only. Connect with your HR team for details. Books, supplies, and other fees apply.
Check out this PDF for information on programs offered.
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Save on your degree at Strayer University
Michigan Community Action and Strayer University have partnered to offer eligible employees of their member agencies access to flexible, affordable associate, bachelor’s and master’s degree programs. If you’re thinking of earning a degree, we invite you to take advantage of special offers designed to help you meet your educational goals.
Special offers and scholarships available now
• $5,000 scholarship for new or returning Strayer students to apply toward a bachelor’s or master’s degree
• 10% tuition discount for the duration of your program*
* Tuition discount upon receipt of documentation of employment and eligibility.
Why Strayer?
At Strayer, you’ll get a modern, online degree that gives you the confidence to change your future. Our programs are built for working adults and our student services coaches offer support at every step. We believe in educational access, academic quality, student success and customer service.
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MCA Officers/Board Members 2019-2021 |
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Jill Sutton
President
Mid Michigan CAA
Toby Berry
Urban Officer
Community Action Agency
Lisa Evans
Lower Peninsula Rural Officer
Community Action of Allegan County
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Michelle Williamson
Vice President
Community Action
Michelle LaJoie
Upper Peninsula Officer
Community Action Alger- Marquette
Melinda Johnson
At-Large Officer
Blue Water Community Action
Dennis McShane
Directors Council Chair Chippewa-Luce-Mackinac Community Action Agency
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Kerri Duff
Secretary Treasurer
Gogebic Ontonagon CAA
Doug McFadden
CAA Governing Board Officer
EightCAP
Mary Ann Neopolitan
CAA Governing Board Officer
Monroe County Opportunity Program
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MCA is continuing to observe CDC guidelines encouraging remote work practices and following local public health guidelines. The office remains physically closed to anyone outside of immediate staff. We are accessible by phone and email during normal business hours Monday through Friday, 8:30AM-5PM ET.
Be well and stay safe everyone. .
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