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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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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 11 & 18, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: Call or email Jose at 561-996-3310, or jzaragoza@gladesinitiative.org
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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.
Understanding & Preventing Compassion Fatigue
WHEN:
Thursday, May 2, 2019 | 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Medical Interpreter Training Offered by The Glades Initiative - Early Registration Ends This Friday, April 12
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); early registration ends Friday, April 12, 2019 | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: Keiser University, 2085 Vista Parkway, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
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April 2019 Glades STAR Meeting at Lakeside
Attention community partners: Please save the date for the Glades STAR System of Care meeting at Lakeside Medical Center in Belle Glade.
WHEN: Wednesday, April 10, 2019 | 3:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE:
Lakeside Medical Center, 39200 Hooker Hwy, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: If you have any questions, please call 561-506-7144
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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
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Recovering From Hurricane Irma Event in the Glades
Attendees will receive
free
hurricane preparation kits (while supplies last), fresh produce from Palm beach County Food Bank, hygiene kits donated by the United Way of Palm Beach County, and helpful information. Other local programs and services will be on hand to share how they can help too.
WHEN: Friday, April 12, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, South Bay, FL 33493
CONTACT INFO: For more information or to partner, please contact
Sara Haas at
shaas@ccdpb.org
or fax to 561-469-6922
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Meet & Greet at Pahokee's Fremd Village
Introducing Community Connections for Life, CMHC, and its Youth in Preparation Program.
WHEN: Saturday, April 13, 2019 | 11:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
WHERE: 401 Shirley Drive, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT INFO: For more information call 561-983-8717 or visit
www.ccflinc.com
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South Bay Community Easter Egg Hunt
New Beginnings Outreach Ministry and KTM Foundation are hosting the 2nd Annual Community Easter Egg Hunt in the city of South Bay.
WHEN: Saturday, April 20, 2019 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Northwest corner field on 10th Avenue in South Bay
CONTACT INFO: For more information, call
561-261-7471 or 561-449-3793
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Fantastic Food Giveaway at Hands Park
Farm Share presents a grocery giveaway event at Hands Park. Families should bring a large canvas bag to walk through distribution line containing produce, bread, and other staples free of charge. First come, first serve, no pre-registration needed.
WHEN: Saturday, May 18, 2019 | 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Hands Park, 500 NW 5th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT INFO: For more information, contact Robert Rease at 561-449-6932
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Health Wellness Safety & Awareness Block Party
Kings Tutoring Mentoring Foundation/New Beginnings Community Outreach Ministry and other community partners are hosting a community fair. There will be: health checks, HIV testing, mammograms, hurricane awareness, drowning prevention, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, June 1, 2019
WHERE: Cox Park, 791 NW 1st St, South Bay, FL 33493
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South Bay Pop Warner Football & Cheer Registration
Football/Cheer registration and volunteer coaches registration sign ups now open. Our Goals of the program are teaching basic skills of football/cheer with fundamentals and safety. Tackle Football/Cheer-Dance for ages 5yr-14yr old South Bay/Belle Glade/Pahokee/Clewiston ***NO YOUTH ID REQUIRED-UNLIMITED WEIGHT*** We are looking for Good Positive Role Models to help emphasize these goals. Come join our team.
WHEN: Saturday, June 1, 2019 (deadline)
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Need Rental, Food Stamp, or Medicaid Assistance?
Catholic Charities-St. Mary's Center in Pahokee, is accepting applications for rental assistance, please call the phone number to inquire about assistance.
We also do benefits enrollment or renewals for food stamps and Medicaid. Our snackpack program given every Friday, can help you provide your kids with food for the weekend.
WHEN:
Mondays-Tuesdays, and Thursdays-Saturdays (ongoing) | 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
WHERE: 1200 E Main St-Building F, Pahokee, FL 33476
CONTACT: For more information, contact
Deisy Corona at
561-924-5677
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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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Funds Available, PBC Impact Fee Affordable Housing
Palm Beach County announces the availability of $1.8 million in Impact Fee Affordable Housing Assistance Program funding.
Applications accepted
WHEN: Beginning Monday, April 15, 2019 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE:
HES office, 100 Australian Avenue-Suite 500, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
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Marketing Opportunity: Battle of the Pop-Up
The Mall at Wellington Green invites nonprofits and boutique businesses to win four months of retail space including fixtures and utilities! Tell your story, showcase your mission and engage with your community through this unique opportunity.
Deadline for applications
WHEN: Friday, April 19, 2019
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PBC Commissioner Applauds Reopening of Office of Drug Control
Press Release: Palm Beach County Commissioner Melissa McKinlay today applauded the announcement by Governor Ron DeSantis that he was re-establishing the Office of Drug Control, an office created by former Governor Jeb Bush but discontinued under former Governor Rick Scott ...
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Splish and Splash with EveryParent
April 1 is "April Pools Day" - the beginning of swim season in Palm Beach County. And who doesn't love to play in a cool pool on a hot day? EveryParent is here to help you and your children do so safely.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, April 8, 2019
Get the latest information from the Children's Services Council: Safe Kids Day at Palm Beach Outlets, Boca Hoops Summer Camp, and much more!
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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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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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Previous Postings - The Glades Area
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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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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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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
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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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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Job Opportunities
- Family Services Specialist (Belle Glade)
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Previous Postings - Other Areas
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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 updates@gladesinitiative.org
or (561) 996-3310.*
Check the
Glades Community Calendar
for
additional activities scheduled in
the Glades area:
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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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