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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, Feb 20, 2 - 6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Feb 21, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Feb 21, 11:00 am - Cancer 101 Lecture and Free Cancer Screening, South Bay Library
Wed, Feb 21, 12:00 pm - Grant Deadline: Allegany Franciscan Tau Grants
Wed, Feb 21, 12:00 pm - SCORE Presents: Website Layout that Generates Revenue: Virtual
Wed, Feb 21, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Wed, Feb 21, 5:00 pm - Moms in the Muck: Maternal Health Support Group Meetings, Bridges BG
Wed, Feb 21, 6:00 pm - PBC Hosts Meeting to Share Climate Risk Assessment Findings, BG Library
Thu, Feb 22, 9:00 am - Car Seats in the Glades, Pahokee Fire Rescue Station
Thu, Feb 22, 9:30 am - Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting, BG Library
Thu, Feb 22 - Grant Opportunity: Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Sat, Feb 24, 10:00 am - Youth Services 2024 Summer Camp Scholarship Parent Event, BG Library
Sat, Feb 24, 10:00 am - Caribbean Jerk Festival, Belle Glade
Mon, Feb 26 - Deadline Funding for First Mortgage Loan Assistance Program
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Financial Literacy Workshops in Spanish at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's financial literacy workshops in Spanish are open to the public. Six sessions are held on Tuesdays.
WHEN: Tuesday, beginning March 5, 2024 | 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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NEW Job Opportunities - Come Join our Team!
Looking for meaningful work making a difference? Come see the career opportunities at The Glades Initiative, Inc.! We are accepting applicants for the following position(s):
Program Assistant - Food (full or part-time)
TO APPLY: Send email resume and cover letter in pdf to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word Food-Program Assistant -"your name" in the subject line of the email
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Support The Glades Initiative through the Honda Classic - Compete for a Chance to Win $25,000
Help us give back to the community with our Birdies for Children program. Make a donation of $20 or more to any participating Birdies for Children and then guess the total number of birdies that will be made by the entire field in all four rounds of the 2024 Classic in the Palm Beaches.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
DONATE HERE: theclassiccares.org/birdies/donate/
Click here to learn more
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Tuesday winter food hours)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Cancer 101 Lecture and Free Cancer Screenings
The University of Miami Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center's Game Changer Vehicle is coming. Attend a lecture, free cancer screening, no appointments necessary.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Clarence E Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
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Grant Deadline: Allegany Franciscan Tau Grants
Allegany Franciscan Ministries’ FY24 (Cycle 2) Tau Grants will support unrestricted general operating and organizational capacity-building needs for organizations that provide services to the following marginalized groups: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQ+, and persons with disabilities.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 12:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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SCORE Presents: Website Layout that Generates More Revenue
You will learn 3 actionable steps you can do right away to tweak your current website or redo it and increase your sales.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Moms in the Muck: Maternal Health Support Group, Hybrid Meetings
These groups aim to educate, empower, and support women in rural areas to reduce maternal and infant mortality, improve birthing outcomes, and foster community. Our first session, which focuses on Mental Health and Perinatal Mood Disorders, will be held on February 21st at BRIDGES at Belle Glade. We welcome your support and ask you to share and post this flyer, register for the group via Zoom, or attend in person! Those who attend in person will receive special gifts along with refreshments.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, March 20, April 17, 2024 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Bridges at Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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PBC Hosts Workshops to Share Findings from Initial Climate Risk Assessment and Gather Input
Palm Beach County has reached a significant milestone in the Countywide Climate Risk
Assessment with the completion of the initial risk assessment. The comprehensive evaluation examines potential threats due to climate change, such as extreme heat, agricultural impacts, wildfires and extreme flooding events.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Civic Center, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Car Seats in the Glades
Children's Services Council, Community Partners, and Safe Kids present: Car Seats in the Glades. Call 561-389-2734 to schedule your appointment.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: PBC Fire Rescue, Station 72, 615 South Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Glades Technical Advisory Committee Meeting
Ms. McFadden will be providing information on the services available at the VA; how the VA works to connect our underrepresented veterans to healthcare and benefits available to them; and how to navigate the VA enrollment process. In addition, Ms. McFadden will explain and provide data two key policies and programs that are now offered at the VA: the PACT ACT and Toxic Exposure Screening.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Allegany Franciscan Ministries
Allegany Franciscan Ministries is thrilled to announce the first open grant opportunity in its new priority focus area, Climate Justice & Care for Creation.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 22, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Youth Services 2024 Summer Camp Scholarship Program Parent Applications Now Open
The Summer Camp Scholarship Program offers eligible children, ages 5-17, a full
scholarship to day camp for the entire summer. It allows parents to work with the knowledge that their children are safe and gives them educational and recreational growth opportunities. The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners and Children’s Services Council of Palm Beach County fund the scholarships.
WHEN: Saturday, February 24, 2024 | 10:00 am – 3:00 pm
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Caribbean Jerk Festival
Attend the Caribbean Jerk Festival in Belle Glade in February. Music, vendors, food, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 24, 2024 | 11:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1016 W Canal St S, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Funding Available for First Mortgage Loan Assistance Program
Palm Beach County’s Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) announces the availability of State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) First Mortgage Loan Assistance Program funds.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 26, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Community ID of the Palm Beaches in Belle Glade
The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for ANY resident who may have limited access to government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community. It is not a government-issued form of ID or a driver’s license, but it is a verifiable form of identification that says you are a part of our community. It can be used as a tool by law enforcement, city agencies, health centers, schools, and businesses to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 27, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
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Urban League of Palm Beach County Virtual Financial Education Workshop
The Urban League of Palm Beach County is hosting a Virtual Financial Education Workshop. Set and achieve financial goals, create a savings plan, learn ways to reduce debt, and more.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 27, 2023 | 5:45 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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The Glades Festival of Afro Arts
The Glades Festival of Afro Arts, presented by the executive board of the Glades Festival of Afro Arts and The Iota Omicron Zeta Chapter, returns to Airport Park in March.
WHEN: Saturday, March 9, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Airport Park, Belle Glade
Click here to learn more
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PBC Hosts Workshops to Share Findings from Initial Climate Risk Assessment and Gather Input
Palm Beach County has reached a significant milestone in the Countywide Climate Risk
Assessment with the completion of the initial risk assessment. The comprehensive evaluation examines potential threats due to climate change, such as extreme heat, agricultural impacts, wildfires and extreme flooding events.
WHEN: Wednesday, March 13, 2024 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Pahokee Marina Conference Room - 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Project Resist Spring Break Camp
Come out and join us for some spring fun. Gang Alternative will be hosting a fun, free, and eventful spring break camp. Breakfast, lunch, and snacks are provided.
WHEN: Monday, March 18-24, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 24 SW Ave B, Belle Glade, FL 33440
Click here to learn more
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Dress for Success Offers Services to Residents
Dress for Success Palm Beaches is here to help women with career coaching, job readiness programs, women's clothing, interview and employment suiting, and more.
WHERE: Belle Glade Boutique, 1089 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Do Your Taxes at the Library
Bring current tax documents and 2022's completed tax returns. If you earned $75,000 or less, filing your tax returns, VITA can file your taxes for you.
WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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United Way Taxes Filed Free Campaign
If your staff or client’s household income was $75,000 or less in 2024, they can get their taxes filed for free! United Way of Palm Beach County’s Taxes Filed Free Campaign gives taxpayers with low-to-moderate incomes several in-person and online options to prepare
and file their return for free. The campaign which will enter its twenty-first year on
January 18, 2024 is an invaluable service to the community.
Click here to learn more
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FREE FOOD for Anyone in Need at The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative's Food Pantry is available to anyone in need. Residents may come in once per week at any time during the hours listed below. In a “Pantry of Choice”, you choose the foods that you want and need (within guidelines).
Required to participate:
• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID
• ONE time per week
WHEN: Tuesdays and Wednesdays
- 2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. (Tuesday winter food hours)
- 8:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 4:30 p.m. (Wednesday)
NEW: Wednesdays 4:00 pm- 5:00 pm – Drive through -food pantry – (current card holders only)
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach County Food Finder Map
An interactive tool using Google Maps to help people easily locate free food and hot meals in Palm Beach County. This online tool was created to connect individuals seeking food resources to sites near them. Information is English, Spanish, and Creole. United Way updates the information listed on this map weekly. However, locations and hours of distribution may change. Please consider calling the site prior to visiting to verify the information listed. Please note that sites may have specific requirements such as ID.
CONTACT: To access the United Way of Palm Beach County's Food Finder map, click here
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Palm Beach County Domestic Violence CCR
Read the February Palm Beach County Domestic Violence CCR newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Newsletter
Read the latest information from the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Feb 15, 2024
Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.
Click here to learn more
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, Feb 20, 2024
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Community Action Advisory Board (CAAB)
The next regular meeting of the Community Action Advisory Board will be held in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 20, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: 3333 Forest Hill Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Click here to learn more
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Local Mitigation Strategy Steering Committee to Hold General Meeting
On Wednesday, February 21, 2024, at 9 a.m., the Palm Beach County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Steering Committee will hold a general meeting of its public and private sector membership. This meeting is open to the public.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 9:00 a.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Emergency Operations Center-Broadcast Studio, 20 South Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic: Election Issues Roundtable on Healthcare, Immigration & Voter Rights
The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County (LWVPBC) is inviting friends and supporters to another fascinating Hot Topic Luncheon next month at the Hilton Palm Beach
Airport, located in West Palm Beach. With another heated election year underway, the League will host informative presentations by leading experts on three critical issues.
WHEN: Wednesday, Feb 21, 2024 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Hilton Palm Beach Airport, 150 Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33406
Click here to learn more
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Community ID of the Palm Beaches
The Community ID of the Palm Beaches is for ANY resident who may have limited access to government-issued forms of identification, and for those who support a diverse and inclusive community. It is not a government-issued form of ID or a driver’s license, but it is a verifiable form of identification that says you are a part of our community. It can be used as a tool by law enforcement, city agencies, health centers, schools, and businesses to better identify, serve, and protect you.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 22, 27, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: Greenacres Branch Library, 3750 Jog Rd, Greenacres, FL 33467 (and other locations)
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
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22nd Annual Black Heritage Day Celebration
The Urban League of Palm Beach County presents the 22nd Annual Black Heritage Day Celebration in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Urban League of Palm Beach County, 1700 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to learn more
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Community Police Relations: Humanizing the Badge
Attend the latest meeting of Community Police Relations, titled Humanizing the Badget in person in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Thursday, Feb 22, 2024 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: Urban League of Palm Beach County, 1700 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to learn more
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Connecting Past to Present: Black History Culture Tour
Palm Beach County Community Services, PalmTran, and others join for the Connecting to the Past: Black History Culture Tour in West Palm Beach.
WHEN: Friday, Feb 23, 2024 | 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
CONTACT: For more info please contact James Green at jgreen1@pbcgov.org or call 561-355-4702
Click here to learn more
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Arc of Palm Beach County Saturday Respite Care
All Respite Program professionals are required to pass rigorous pre-employment federal
background screenings. Center-based respite care is offered each Saturday from 9:00 AM
to 3:00 PM at The Arc of Palm Beach County's North Campus located at 3879 Byron Drive,
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404.
WHEN: Saturday, Feb 24, March 2, 9, 16, 30, 2024 | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: Arc of Palm Beach County's North Campus, 3879 Byron Drive, Riviera Beach, FL 33404
Click here to learn more
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2024 Job Fair: Let's Talk Trades
Discover all of the career opportunities and benefits available working for Palm Beach County government.
WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2024 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Center, 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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Youth Summit of Palm Beach County: Making Waves for Change
The Youth Summit of Palm Beach County returns - participation is free to middle and high school students.
WHEN: Saturday, April 27, 2024
WHERE: Palm Beach Lakes High School, West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Grant Opportunity: American Heart Association
The American Heart Association’s Social Impact Fund | American Heart Association is looking to support innovative, community- and evidence-based solutions that will shift the inequitable health paradigm in Florida, specifically within these counties: Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Hillsborough, Lee, Manatee, Pinellas, Sarasota, Orange, Osceola, Miami-Dade, Broward and/or Palm Beach.
DEADLINE: Apply by Feb 29, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: South Palm Beach County Chapter NCBW 100 Scholarship
Students are encouraged to apply for the NCBW 100 South Palm Beach County Scholarship.
DEADLINE: Friday, March 1, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Torry Island BBQ Festival
Residents are invited to the Torry Island BBQ Festival, with live music, an airboat show, and more! Proceeds benefit the Glades Historical Society.
WHEN: Saturday, March 2, 2024
WHERE: Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL
Click here to learn more
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Grant Opportunity: Florida Blue Foundation 2024 Mental Well-Being Grant Program
The goal of the Mental Well-being program is to advance mental well-being for families and community members to mitigate the stressors associated with issues that often impact entire families and/or communities.
DEADLINE: Tuesday, March 5, 2024 | 3:00 p.m.
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: FAMU 2024 Scholarship
High school seniors who have been accepted and will be attending Florida A&M University in the Fall of 2023 may apply for a scholarship.
DEADLINE: Friday, March 15, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: PBC Property Appraiser
The office of Palm Beach County Property Appraiser Dorothy Jacks, CFA, AAS, is now accepting applications for the 31st Annual Palm Beach County Property Appraiser’s Scholarships. Six college scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend a higher education institution full-time, regardless of
interest or major.
DEADLINE: Sunday, March 31, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Tricity Easter Egg Hunt
Marketing Missions presents the Tricity Easter Egg Hunt at MLK Park in Pahokee.
WHEN: Sunday, March 31, 2024
WHERE: MLK Park, Pahokee, FL
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: Spring 2024 Scholarship
Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Mu Rho Omega Chapter Belle Glade's Spring 2024 Scholarship is available for Glades students.
DEADLINE: Monday, April 1, 2024
Click here to learn more
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NextEra Energy Scholarship for Students in SECME
As part of our commitment to STEM education, we will award 10 graduating high school seniors who have at least one year of experience in SECME (Science, Engineering, Communication, Mathematics, and Enrichment) with a scholarship up to $20,000.
DEADLINE: Monday, April 1, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: 25 Scholarships from Alliance of Women Executives
The Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) is now accepting applications for its $1500 scholarships, 25 scholarships will be offered to the Class of 2024. The applicant must be a young woman graduating from a Palm Beach County high school and planning to attend Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College.
DEADLINE: April 2, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Scholarship Opportunity: Alliance of Women Executives Scholarship
AWE proudly offers scholarships to young women graduating from a Palm Beach County
high school who choose to continue their college education at Florida Atlantic University,
Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University or Palm Beach State College.
DEADLINE: Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Click here to learn more
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Back to School PBC! Registration Now Open!
For your information, the event will be held this year on Saturday, August 3, 2024. In addition to the backpacks and school supplies, and depending on the location and resource availability, participating students may also receive haircuts, school uniforms, sneakers,
socks, blood tests, biometric health screenings, vision screening, hearing tests, and other health-related resources.
REGISTER BY
WHEN: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Activities and Classes - Feb 2024 Belle Glade Branch
Click below to see all of the activities and classes at the Belle Glade Branch Library for the month of Feb 2024.
Click here to learn more
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Take Stock in Children Tribune
From Take Stock in Children: "Welcome to the February edition of the Take Stock Tribune! We had a rewarding first month of 2024 by recognizing all of our volunteer mentors during National Mentoring Month ..."
Click here to learn more
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West Palm Beach VA Healthcare System: Social Work Resources
Learn more about VA services and what your primary care social worker can do for you.
Click here to learn more
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In Need of Masks? Contact The Glades Initiative, Inc.
If you or people you know need masks, The Glades Initiative has masks and will share them with anyone in the Glades who needs them. Call or come by to pick them up as long as supplies last.
If you are with a group of vulnerable people and need more than 20, call us first and we will do our best to help you get what you need.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, Inc., 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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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.
or (561) 996-3310.*
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