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The Glades Initiative Featured in the Palm Beach Post!
Check out a wonderful feature about The Glades Initiative in the Palm Beach Post.
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Financial Literacy at The Glades Initiative - in Spanish 
The Glades Initiative presents Money Matters Financial Literacy Training in Spanish. Improve your knowledge of banking - attend all three sessions and earn a gift card!
WHEN: Thursdays, April 4, 11 & 18, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Trainings at The Glades Initiative with Nonprofits First
Nonprofits First, in partnership with The Glades Initiative, presents three exciting workshops starting in March for both professionals and community residents. RSVP required - registration is free.
Overcoming the Fear of Public Speaking
WHEN:
Thursday, April 11, 2019 | 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, contact Shari J. Hanglan at 561-910-5069 or
[email protected]
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Young Adult Program at CareerSource
CareerSource invites youth ages 17-24 to apply to its Young Adult Program. Develop leadership skills, explore interests and careers, and more. The next class begins April 1, 2019.
WHEN: Monday, April 1, 2019 (deadline to apply March 25, 2019)
WHERE:
CareerSource Palm Beach County - West Career Center,
1085 S. Main St. Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Hall of Famer to Conduct Basketball Clinic
Bobby Hurley Sr. will conduct a clinic at First Baptist Church at First Baptist Church.
WHEN:
Monday, April 1, 2019 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: First Baptist Church, 17 NW Ave B, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information contact Coach T at 561-329-8322
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Nails Technician Class - Register Now
Palm Beach State College will be starting an evening Nails Technician class on our Belle Glade campus on April 1st.
Our students will be prepared for employment as a registered nail specialist. Students will gain skills in manicuring, pedicuring and in applying artificial nails and nail wraps. Prospective students may apply to the Farmworker Career Development Program for financial assistance.
WHEN:
Monday, April 1 - July 16, 2019 (Mondays through Thursdays) | 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach State College, 1977 SW College Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For questions call Doug Brown at 561-993-1143
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Healthier Glades Calendar and Workgroup Meeting
Healthier Glades (HG) invites you to the table. Come out and learn more about how Healthier Glades Steering Committee and Action Workgroups come together to support what Glades residents have shared with regards to "Behavioral Health".
HG Community/Resident Engagement Action Workgroup Meeting
WHEN:
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 | 2:30 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: BRIDGES at Belle Glade, 49 West Ave A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Please contact Inger Harvey for more information at 561-818-5529 or email at
[email protected]
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CEO Connections at The Glades Initiative
CEOs of nonprofits often feel isolated and rarely have the opportunity to meet with their peers informally to get to know each other, share common issues, successes, concerns, and just talk. We invite you to one of our informal get-togethers to do just that.
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 3, 2019 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Ave C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information contact Karis Engle at 561-996-3310 or
[email protected]
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Achieve Training for Organizations Working with Middle School Students
Achieve Palm Beach County, in partnership with the SDPBC and others, will be offering a training on MyCareerShines for organizations and individuals that work with middle and high school students. The training is primarily aimed at the mentors, counselors, and others who work with the students, not the students themselves.
WHEN: Thursday, April 4, 2019 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: Glades Central Community High School-Room 3130,
1001 SW Ave M, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Y-Prep Summer Camp Registration - FREE
Registration for Community Connections for Life, CMHC, summer camp to start soon.
WHEN:
Thursday, April 25, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: CMHC, 555 SW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Call 561-983-8870 for more information
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Boldin Community Impact: Designer Bags and Bingo
You are invited to play bingo and have a chance to win designer bags and accessories from Michael Kors, Coach, Steve Madden, Nine West, and more. Proceeds will benefit scholarships for Glades Area students and service projects for residents of the Glades.
WHEN:
Saturday, April 27, 2019 | 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WHERE: A Touch of Class Event Hall, 816 W Canal Street S, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Contact Christine Boldin at (561) 281-5532 or via email at
[email protected]
COST: $30 per ticket in advance (includes admission and dinner), cash app: $boldincommimpact
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International Food Festival at St Philip Benizi
Join for family fun, food, music, games and more.
WHEN:
Sunday, April 28, 2019 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: St Philip Benizi Catholic Church, 710 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Contact 561-996-3870 for more information
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Grant Opportunity: Reducing Teenage Pregnancy
This U.S. Department of Health and Human Services program seeks to support entities replicate effective programs in a community(ies) or among populations identified by current federal statistical reports as being most vulnerable to teen pregnancy, STDs, multiple partners, and other risks associated with sexual activity. Available amount: $15,000,000 total program.
Deadline
WHEN: Monday, April 15, 2019
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Grant Opportunity: 2020 NEAT Grant
Palm Beach County's Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) is accepting applications for its Neighborhood Engagement and Transformation (NEAT) grants program. It provides grants of up to $10,000 to neighborhood-based groups and/or organizations for resident-driven neighborhood improvement projects proposed within unincorporated Palm Beach County and the Lake Region municipalities of Belle Glade, South Bay and Pahokee.
Mandatory Pre-Application Workshop
WHEN: Thursday, April 25, 2019 | 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center, Conference Room 1W-47, 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
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Tell Trump Administration, Don't Take Food Away
Tuesday, April 2, 2019 is the deadline for submitting your comment telling the Trump administration not to take food from 755,000 people. Make your voices heard.
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How People of Faith are Fighting Human Trafficking
In the Palm Beach Post: "
While news of possible human trafficking was a shock to many, several faith organizations in Palm Beach County have been tackling the issue for years. Some work directly with survivors, while others do what they can to promote awareness ..."
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Census 2020 is One Year Away
Census Day 2020 is now one year away - learn why it is important to participate when Census comes to you. Census data informs many aspects of our lives, including funding for school, health care, roads, and communities.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, April 1, 2019
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council: swim lesson vouchers, file your taxes for free, and more!
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Job Opportunities
- Family Services Specialist (Belle Glade)
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Medical Interpreter Training Offered by The Glades Initiative
This is a 40-hour basic training for bilingual individuals interested in medical or community interpreting. Participants must attend all 5 days to complete the course. Topics covered: Consecutive Interpretation; Specialized Terminology, such as Anatomy, Physiology, and Medical Terminology; Common Medical Problems; Code of Ethics; Multicultural Awareness; Interpreter Skill Development.
WHEN: Monday, April 29-May 3, 2019 (Mondays and Fridays) | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser University, 2085 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
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HLC/Freddie Mac Take Root Stakeholder Event
Housing Leadership Council of Palm Beach County and Freddie Mac invite you to attend the Take Root South Florida stakeholder event.
WHEN: Tuesday, April 2, 2019 | 7:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Lake Worth Casino Building, 10 South Ocean Blvd, Lake Worth, FL 33460
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Youth Summit 2019:
Be Bold, Be Brave, Be Heard
2019 Youth Summit for middle and high school students.
A day of fun and education.
Guest Speaker: Malik Yoba and entertainment provided by Digital Vibez.
Offering 10 community service hours.
WHEN: Saturday, April 6, 2019 | 8:45 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach Lakes Community HS, 3505 Shiloh Drive, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
CONTACT INFO:
Please register online at pbcyouthsummit.org
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Victims Rights Opening Ceremony
The West Palm Beach Police Chief, the City of West Palm Beach Mayor's Office, the Office of the State Attorney, US Representative's Office, State Representative's Office, Palm Beach County Commissioner, Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office, and the Federal Bureau of Investigation have been invited to give briefings and open the 2019 National Crime Victims' Rights Week for Palm Beach County.
WHEN: Monday, April 8, 2019 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: WPB Police Department, 600 Banyan Boulevard, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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April Human Trafficking Coalition Meeting
This month's Human Trafficking Coalition meeting will be held at a different location.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical Garden Auditorium, 531 N Military Trl, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
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How to be Prepared for any Emergency-Workshop
This month's Human Trafficking Coalition meeting will be held at a different location.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 | 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: South Florida Science Center, Stem Center, 4801 Dreher Trail N, West Palm Beach, FL 33405
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2019 Birth to 22 Business Breakfast
The 2019 Birth to 22 Business Breakfast will be held at the West Palm Beach Marriott.
WHEN: Friday, April 12, 2019 | 7:30 a.m. (networking), 8:00 (start)
WHERE: West Palm Beach Marriott, 1001 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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The Glades Initiative Presents
Go Glades Info Event
Join The Glades Initiative and Palm Tran for an informational event highlighting Go Glades - Palm Tran's newest transportation service in the Glades (provided in English, with Haitian Creole and Spanish interpreters available).
WHEN:
Wednesday, April 10, 2019 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Ave C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Training: Clergy/Lay Ministers Certification Gambling Addiction
From ECBC Educational and Crossing Bridges: Become certified in gambling addictions - newest innovation in gambling addiction and recovery, which is a strengths-based support for persons with gambling addictions or in recovery from gambling, or other addictive behaviors.
WHEN: Friday, April 12, 2019 | 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Crossing Bridges of the Palm Beaches, 1100 North Main Street, Suite C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For Information contact ECBC Educational Services at (904) 373-8135 or (561) 889-4815, email
[email protected]
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Grant Opportunity: Education and Mentoring
The United Way of Palm Beach County has released its Fiscal Year 2019-2020 Request for Applications (RFA) to implement its funding strategies in the areas of education and mentoring.
DEADLINE: Friday, April 12, 2019 | 5:00 p.m.
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Glades Area Libraries April 2019 Activities
Read about upcoming Glades Area Library events planned for April 2019.
Click here to see all Glades area library activities for the month
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Free Swimming Lessons Through Red Cross Program
Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department is partnering with the American Red Cross Centennial Program to offer free swimming lessons to kids older than 12 years of age - limited slots available.
CONTACT INFO: For more information, contact Kamar Williams, Palm Beach County Parks and Recreation Department, at 561-966-6632 or
[email protected]
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Full-time National Service Positions Focus on Anti-Poverty, Health and Capacity Building of Nonprofits
"Community Partners of South Florida has announced nine AmeriCorps VISTA position openings for individuals interested in gaining valuable experience at service organizations and creating community impact. Openings are available in various locations across Palm Beach County, including Lake Worth, Boynton Beach, West Palm Beach, Riviera Beach and Belle Glade ..."
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Medlink, PBC Medical Society Newsletter
In this edition of Medlink, a Doctors' Day Celebration reaches 100 years, Heroes in Medicine announced, and more!
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VITA Sites Open in the Glades - File for Free!
United Way of Palm Beach County has partnered with the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to bring free tax preparation service to those in our community with an annual household income of $66,000 or less in 2018 and focus on those who may be eligible to claim the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) of up to $6,431. VITA sites will open on Monday, January 28, 2019.
Glades VITA Sites
WHEN:
Tuesday, January 29 to Thursday, April 11, 2019 (Tuesdays & Thursdays) | 10:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Housing Partnership Prosperity Center-Bridges at Belle Glade, 33 West Avenue A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: If you have any questions call 561-992-8210
WHEN: Wednesday, January 30 to Mondays, April 15, 2019 (Mondays & Wednesdays) | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Community Action Center, 607 South Main Street, Suite 102, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: If you have any questions call 561-996-0660
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, March 25, 2019
Get all the latest information from the Children's Services Council, including: deadline extended for the Summer Camp Scholarship Program, and call for proposals for the 6th Annual Student Mental Health and Wellness Conference!
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Job Opportunities
- Family Services Specialist (Belle Glade)
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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2019 Diabetes Coalition Annual Symposium
The Annual Professional Development Symposium 2019 by the Diabetes Coalition of Palm Beach County returns in April.
WHEN: Friday, April 26, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.
WHERE: Scripps Research - Florida Campus Building B, 120 Scripps Way, Jupiter, FL 33458
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Certificate Program: Strategic Marketing Methods
SCORE Palm Beach presents a certificate program "Strategic Marketing Methods for the Success of Your Business". Register for all five sessions and save.
WHEN: Thursday, May 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 2019 | 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: SCORE Learning Center, 500 S Australian Ave, Suite 115, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
CONTACT INFO: Register today by visiting PalmBeach.Score.org or by calling 561-833-1672
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The XX Factor: Excelling and Expanding Our Impact
One major component of success is understanding the necessity
of networking and cultivating relationships.
Gain the valuable networking and economic relationships
necessary to significantly expand your career or business.
WHEN: Saturday, May 4, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: Hilton West Palm Beach,
600 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33401
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Alzheimer's Community Care Education Conference
You are invited to attend the 2019 Education Conference by Alzheimer's Community Care.
WHEN: Wednesday, May 29, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: PGA National Resort and Spa, 400 Avenue of the Champions, Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33418
CONTACT INFO: For more information, call 561-683-2700
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2019 World Refugee Day & Citizenship Ceremony
Members of the Palm Beach Area Refugee Task Force are organizing a World Refugee Day event and you are invited to attend and have your organization represented at a table at the event.
Attached is information about the event and an application to apply.
WHEN: Thursday, June 27, 2019 | 8:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach State College, 4200 S Congress Ave, Lake Worth, FL 33461
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Posting Information: eBlast and Volunteers
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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 [email protected]
or (561) 996-3310.*
If you would like to submit your volunteer opportunities on our site below, please email us at [email protected]
Check the
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Check out Volunteer Opportunities at the Glades Initiative
or opportunities with our Partners in the Glades
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Donate to the Glades Initiative, Inc.
SOLICITATIONS UNDER THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES REGISTRATION #CH16445 BENEFIT THE PROGRAMS AND SERVICES THE GLADES INITIATIVE, INC. INFORMATION ABOUT THE GLADES INITIATIVE IS AVAILABLE AT (561) 996-3310, OR AT www.gladesinitiative.org 'A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES AT WWW.FLORIDACONSUMERHELP.COM OR BY CALLING TOLL-FREE (800-435-7352) WITHIN THE STATE. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.' The Glades Initiative, Inc. a not for profit tax exempt organization receives 100% of each contribution.
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