Tuesday, Jan 21, 2025

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~~~ This Week ~~~


Tue, Jan 21, 23, & 24, 5:30 pm - Youth Sports of the Glades: Baseball Registration, BG

Tue, Jan 21, 5:30 pm - Become a Mentor for Take Stock in Children

Tue, Jan 21, 22, & 23, 6:00 pm - Under the Lights Youth Basketball League, South Bay

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30 am - Dress for Success Palm Beaches Presents: Road to Success, Hybrid

Wed, Jan 22, 9:30 am - Financial Literacy Workshop at The Glades Initiative in Creole, BG

Wed, Jan 22, 9-11:30 am, 1-5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry, Grab & Go open to anyone

Wed, Jan 22, 12:00 pm - SCORE Presents: Managing HR in 2025, Virtual

Wed, Jan 22, 1:00 pm - Hope Florida Partner Session, Virtual

Wed, Jan 22, 2:00 pm - Free LifePlanning Zoom Workshop on Financial Benefits, Virtual

Thu, Jan 23, 9:00 am - Car Seats in the Glades, South Bay

Thu, Jan 23, 3-6 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of CHOICE open to anyone

Fri, Jan 24, 10:30 am - VITA Tax Assistance at Belle Glade Library, BG

Fridays - FREE Family Weekend Meal Kits, Glades Area Libraries

Sat, Jan 25, 9:30 am - CFPBMC to Provide Scholarship App. Assistance to Students in BG

Sat, Jan 25, 10:00 am - Community Greening FREE Tree Give-A-Way in Pahokee

Sat, Jan 25, 1:30 Pm - CFPBMC to Provide Scholarship App. Assistance to Students in PK

Mon, Jan 27 - DEADLINE Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Iota Omicron Zeta Chapter Presents: Human Trafficking Awareness Month - Digital Poster Contest

Glades Area

Financial Literacy Workshop at The Glades Initiative in Haitian Creole: Disasters - Financial Preparation & Recovery


This workshop teaches participants how to rebuild credit and recover financially after a financial setback by creating a financial recovery plan. 


WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL. 33430

Contact: For more information, please call Ms. Fabienne at 561.996.3310


Click here for more information

Youth Sports of the Glades: Baseball Registration


Registration is now open for youth interested in playing baseball! Registration fee is $100 for the first and second child; $75 for every additional child (additional child must live in the same address). Please bring birth certificates. Child must be 5 by 3/27 and 16 thru 6/1.


WHEN: Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays, from Jan 21-31, 2025 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Museum (Old BG Library), Belle Glade, Fl 33430


Click here to learn more

Become a Mentor for Take Stock in Children


From Take Stock in Children: “Join us for our next mentor orientation. Mentors meet once a week at the student's school during their lunch period or virtually after school for 30 minutes. Your time and dedication will guarantee a low-income student a 2-year College Scholarship!"


Here is the website for our application: https://formstack.io/D7DCD


WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 21, 2025 | 5:30 p.m.

CONTACT: For more information, please contact Elissa Sorel at Esorel@takestockpalmbeeach.org or 561.320.8464



Click here to learn more

The City of South Bay Presents: Under the Lights Youth Basketball League


From the City of South Bay: "Come out and support the City of South Bay Youth Basketball League. Details are listed below on the flyer. We look forward to having a great season. Games are on Tuesday's and Thursday's."


WHEN: Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays | 6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

WHERE: Tanner Park, 335 SW 2nd Ave, South Bay, FL 33493

CONTACT: For more information, please contact 561.996.1155 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.


Click here to learn more

Dress for Success Palm Beaches Presents: Road to Success


Road to Success is a FREE 6-week series of career-focused sessions (valued over $5000) for women to enhance their professional development. Whether you are underemployed or seeking employment, this program is designed to help you create and implement a vision of YOUR Ideal future. Virtual hybrid option available.


WHEN: Starting Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 | 9:30 a.m.

WHERE: 2459 S Congress Ave Ste 204, Palm Springs, FL 33406 OR Virtual

CONTACT: For any questions, please contact Elizabeth Inman at 561.249.3898 or einman@dressforsuccesspb.org


Click here to learn more

SCORE Presents: Managing HR in 2025


It’s critical to protect your company and yourself as an employer, whether you are about to hire your first employee or have 50 employees, by creating and developing strong human resource procedures. Whether you are a small business owner, human resources manager or office manager, this seminar will address five critical HR issues that all employers face:


  • Employee Handbook and Documentation
  • Onboarding Employees Effectively
  • Discipline and Termination Safely
  • Employee Performance and Documentation
  • 2021 Compliance, Safety and OSHA


WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025| 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: Virtual


Click here to learn more

Hope Florida Partner Session


From Hope Florida: "During this session, you'll hear from Hope Florida and we'll share how Unite Us is helping to connect Floridians to services across the state. Our team will be conducting a platform demonstration and will answer any questions you might have! We strive to connect fellow community organizations, faith-based partners, stake-holders and service providers to support all Floridians. Best of all, there is no cost for community based organizations to join Unite Us."


WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 | 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Virtual, RSVP: https://uniteus.zoom.us/webinar/register/4917365143567/WN_CPPazn_6R3uKmljQX6y4RA



Click here to learn more

Free LifePlanning Zoom Workshop on Financial Benefits


Attend a FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOP to better understand: Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) and Supplemental Security Income (SSI).


Additional topics covered: What are benefits? Who qualifies? How employment affects benefits. Medicare Savings Program. Register by January 20, 2025.


WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 22, 2025 | 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Virtually Available

CONTACT: For more information, please contact Tami Lustig at tami.lustig@alpertjfs.org or 561.713.1917



Click here to learn more

Car Seats in the Glades


Palm Beach County Fire Rescue and partners invite you to schedule an appointment for their "Car Seats in the Glades" event.


WHEN: Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: Palm Beach County Fire Rescue Station #74, 530 US Highway 27 N, South Bay, FL 33493


Click here to learn more

Click here for appointment information

VITA Tax Assistance at Belle Glade Library


United Way of Palm Beach County’s VITA Program partners with the Palm Beach County Library System to offer free and confidential tax preparation and e-filing for eligible taxpayers. If your income was $76,000 or less in 2024, you may qualify for this service and could be eligible for up to $7,830 in Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). To participate, bring your 2023 tax return, Social Security card, W-2 wage and tax statements for 2024, Form 1098 if applicable, Form 1099 if appropriate, and Bank account and routing numbers. If you are filing jointly, both filers must be present.


WHEN: Thursdays & Fridays, beginning Jan 24 - Apr 11, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

FREE Family Weekend Meal Kits


Each child is eligible for one free weekend meal kit every Friday while supplies last. Eligible children are ages 18 and younger. Sponsored by Palm Beach County Food Bank and Pan-Florida Challenge, and hosted by Palm Beach County Library System.


WHEN: Every Friday

WHERE: 

Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade FL 33430

Clarence E. Anthony Branch, 375 SW 2nd Avenue, South Bay FL 33493

Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee FL 33476


Click here to learn more

Representatives from the CFPBMC to Provide Scholarship Application Assistance to Students in the Glades


Representatives from the Community Foundation for Palm Beach and Martin Counties will be on-site to help High School Seniors get free help filling out scholarship applications on January 25th. Representatives will be assisting in Belle Glade and Pahokee.


For Belle Glade:

WHEN: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch Library, 725 NW 4th Street, Belle Glade FL 33430


For Pahokee:

WHEN: Saturday, January 25, 2025 | 1:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: Loula V. York Branch, 525 Bacom Point Road, Pahokee FL 33476 


Click here to learn more

Community Greening FREE Tree Give-A-Way in Pahokee


Glades community members can come out to Shiloh Missionary Baptist and take home two FREE trees to plant in their yard! There will be options of both Florida native shade trees and fruit species. Trees will be passed out on a first-come, first-served basis, with a limit 

of TWO trees per household (1 fruit tree max). MUST BE A PBC GLADES COMMUNITY MEMBER TO RECEIVE A TREE.


WHEN: Saturday, Jan 25, 2025 | 10:00 a.m.

WHERE: Shiloh Missionary Baptist Church,187 E 5th St, Pahokee, FL 33476 



Click here for flyer

Click here for more details

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. - Iota Omicron Zeta Chapter Presents: Human Trafficking Awareness Month - Digital Poster Contest


Calling all Glades Middle & High School Students! In recognition of Human Trafficking Awareness Month, the Belle Glade Zetas are hosting a Digital Poster Contest with the theme: "I Am Not For Sale." How to Enter: Submit your creative, powerful poster by January 27 at 11:59pm, Email your entries to: iotaomicronzetadvcoord@gmail.com, and include your name and phone number. Winners announced on Jan 31st, 2025.


Prizes:1st Place: $75 Amazon Gift Card, 2nd Place: $50 Shein Gift Card, & 3rd Place: $25 Visa Gift Card


WHEN: DEADLINE is Jan 27, 2025

CONTACT: Email your entries to: iotaomicronzetadvcoord@gmail.com and include your name and phone number.



Click here to learn more

Gardening in Florida 101 at Belle Glade Library


The Florida-Friendly Landscaping™ program teaches sustainable practices for creating beautiful, low-maintenance landscapes that conserve water, reduce pollution and support local wildlife. Learn how Florida-Friendly Landscape™’s best management practices support Florida’s environment. Preregister online


WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Healthier Glades to Host Chair Yoga Sessions at BRIDGES Belle Glade


Starting January 28th, Healthier Glades will be offering chair yoga sessions both in-person and online every Tuesday and Thursday at 4pm. 


WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 28, 2025 and every following Tuesday and Thursday | 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Empower Healthcare, Inc. Presents: Know Your Numbers by Heart


Join us in raising awareness surrounding cardiovascular disease and support for preventative health screenings and resources available to the community.


WHEN: Saturday, Feb 1, 2025 |11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

WHERE: Eddie Rhodes Gym, 360 E. Main St. Pahokee FL. 33476



Click here to learn more

CareerSource of PBC's Young Adult Program Presents: Hybrid Workshop Career Prep


Exciting Opportunity for Young Adults! We're thrilled to announce our 2-Week Career Prep Hybrid Workshop! Young adults aged 16-24 from Palm Beach County who are not enrolled in school are encourages to apply. Young adults will receive career prep, paid internships, and on-the-job training.


Workshop Schedule:

Week 1: Feb. 10th - Feb. 13th, 9AM - 12PM

Week 2: Feb. 18th - Feb. 21st, 9AM - 12PM


CONTACT: For more information please contact (561) 340-1060 ext. 2361 or

Email: youthteam@careersourcepbc.com



Click here to learn more

Home, Health, and Harmony: Your Journey to Homeownership and Wellness


Save the date for a workshop entitled "Home, Health, and Harmony: Your Journey to Homeownership and Wellness".


WHEN: Saturday, Feb 22, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. 

WHERE: West Technical Education Center, 2625 NW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

The Alliance of Women Executives Scholarship for Young Women Graduating from a PBC High School


The Alliance of Women Executives (AWE) is now accepting applications for our 2025 Scholarships. These scholarships are open to young women graduating from any Palm Beach County high school who will be continuing their education at Florida Atlantic University, Lynn University, Palm Beach Atlantic University, or Palm Beach State College.


DEADLINE March 25, 2025


Click here to learn more

The 32nd Annual PBC Property Appraiser’s Scholarship Program is Now Accepting Applications


Six college scholarships of $1,500 each will be awarded to graduating high school seniors who plan to attend a higher education institution. The deadline to apply is March 31, 2025. 

For requirements and an application, visit: https://pbcpao.gov/scholarship-awards.htm


DEADLINE March 31, 2025


Click here to learn more

Torry Island BBQ Festival


From Torry island BBQ Festival: "Who’s Ready for the 2025 Torry Island BBQ Showdown! Bring the whole family out for a FULL DAY of FUN, FLAVOR, and FESTIVITIES at the most anticipated community event of the year! Here’s what’s cookin’: KCBS Nationally Sanctioned BBQ Competition, Airboat Show, Vendors Galore, Agricultural Olympics, ACL Sanctioned Cornhole Tournament, Live Music All Day, and much more! Join us for a chance to win cash prizes and gain recognition at our BBQ festival, where thousands of BBQ fans will attend. Reserve your spot today! 


This event is 100% community-driven, with local talent and creativity on full display! From handmade trophies by Project Lift to Glades-grown excitement, it’s a celebration of our community, for our community! Register now to compete, show your airboat, become a vendor, sponsor, or attend at www.tibbqshowdown.com"


WHEN: Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 11:00 a.m.

WHERE: Torry Island Marina, 5000 W Canal St N, Belle Glade, FL 33430



Click here to learn more

Click here for contact information

Click here for Sponsorship Package

Click here for Airboat Show Entry Form

Black Gold Jubilee 2025


This year marks the 47th year of the jubilee and it promises to be eventful! From its beginning in 1978, the Black Gold Jubilee has grown to be the best-attended festival in

the area, it draws several thousand residents and visitors from across South Florida!


WHEN: Saturday, April 12, 2025 | 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.

WHERE: Torry Island, Belle Glade, FL 33430 (some events may have other locations, please refer to the link below)



Click here to learn more

Early Learning Coalition of Palm Beach County Now Accepting Applications


The Early Learning Coalition of PBC is now accepting applications for children aged six weeks to 3 years old, at no cost for qualifying families.



Click here for English

Click here for Spanish

Click here for Creole

The Glades Initiative's NEW 2025 FOOD Pantry Hours and Changes


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.


Required to participate:

• Valid ID or your Glades Initiative Food Pantry ID

• ONE time per week

Monday

Tuesday

Wednesday

Thursday

Friday








NO Food Pantry Distribution

Food Pantry OPEN


Grab & Go

9 am-11:30

1 pm- 3 pm


Car line

4-5 pm

Food Pantry OPEN


CHOICE

3pm-6pm


WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430

CONTACT: If you have any questions about our new schedule, please contact us at 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 in 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

FPN Upcoming Programs & Meetings


Check out the upcoming programs and meeting by the Florida Philanthropic Network below!


Click here to learn more

League of Women Voters of PBC - Municipal Elections & Vote by Mail Ballots


Read more on Municipal Elections & Vote by Mail Ballot Requests below!


Click here to learn more

AACY Stakeholder Newsletter


From AACY: "As we enter a season filled with more exciting events and opportunities, we remain committed to supporting these resilient young people who balance caregiving with their education, health, and wellbeing. I am so proud of the work we’ve done together and incredibly excited for the work yet to come." Click below to read more!


Click here to learn more

FRLS THRILLS: An Insider Report


Florida Rural Legal Services (FRLS) is a non-profit law firm serving urban and rural communities across 13 Florida counties and farmworkers statewide. Click below to learn more about FRLS's upcoming events and more!


Click here to learn more

League of Women Voters of PBC - The Voter


Read the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County- The Voter Newsletter for January 2025.


Click here to learn more

Human Trafficking of the Palm Beaches Newsletter - January Edition


Read the Human Trafficking of the Palm Beaches January Edition Newsletter below.


Click here to learn more

The Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research - Weekly Newsletter, Jan 13, 2025


Read the Foundation for Sickle Cell Disease Research weekly newsletter below.


Click here to learn more

Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Jan 16, 2025


Receive our weekly county news. Send any feedback or questions to public@pbcgov.org.


Click here to learn more

Job Opportunities


In the Glades


CareerSource Hot Jobs

Indeed Jobs

U.S. Sugar


In the greater Palm Beach County


Center for Child Counseling-- Bilingual Therapist (Spanish and Creole speaking)

Other Areas

Holocaust Survivor Mary Eckstein to Share Her Story at PBSC


In honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Mary Eckstein, who survived the Holocaust as a child, will share her story at Palm Beach State College. The event is free and open to the public, but attendees are asked to RSVP.


WHEN: Thursday, Jan 23, 2025 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:50 p.m.

WHERE: Public Safety Building, Room 108, Palm Beach State College, Lake Worth campus 4200 Congress Ave. Lake Worth, FL 33461



Click here to learn more

PBCMSS SDOH Training - Live Virtual Training Starts January 24th!


The Palm Beach County Medical Society Services will have their Community Health Worker Training starting on January 24th. Our training program offers the full complement of education hours and context areas that the trainee needs to fulfill the training requirements (30 contact hours) for the certification application as a community health worker (CHW). Limited scholarships available. Total cost is $999 per trainee (includes all classes, course material, and simulation sessions).


WHEN: Begins Friday, Jan 24, 2025

WHERE: Virtual

CONTACT: To apply, contact Karen Harwood, Director of Community Programs, at 561.433.3910 (Ext. 119) or karenh@pbcms.org



Click here to learn more

Click here for the Course Catalog 2025

Click here for Enrollment Agreement

PBC Department of Public Safety Division of Victim Services Presents: Trauma Informed Response & Report Writing for Law Enforcement


We are excited to announce an upcoming training opportunity, hosted in conjunction with Palm Beach County Department of Public Safety Division of Victim Services, that will enhance your skills in trauma-informed responses and report writing. We encourage all our Law Enforcement partners to share this training information widely among your networks. Space is limited. Reserve here: https://shorturl.at/wyN0P


WHEN: Tuesday, Jan 28 & 29, 2025 | 9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

WHERE: Palm Beach County SART Center, 4210 N Australian Ave. West Palm Beach, FL 33407

CONTACT: For more information, please contact Winter Jones at wjones@pbc.gov


Click here to learn more

CareerSource PBC Career Fair


From CareerSource PBC: "SAVE THE DATE! Don’t miss out on the chance to meet with 30+ employers at our upcoming job fair! Pre-register today to secure your spot > https://ow.ly/IW8B50TUPrp"


WHEN: Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

WHERE: Loxahatchee Groves Campus, 15845 Southern Blvd, Loxahatchee, FL 33470


Click here to learn more

Homeless and Housing Alliance of Palm Beach County Presents: Homeless Point in Time Count


Volunteer registration is now open for the annual 2025 Point in Time Count! There will be three mandatory in-person trainings to choose from, on Friday, January 24 there will be two sessions to choose from: 9:00 am to 11:30 am and 2:00 pm to 4:30 pm. The trainings will take place at the Hagen Ranch Library- 14350 Hagen Ranch Rd, Delray Beach. Additionally, on January 28, 2025, from 9:00 am - 11:30 am. It is very important that you attend this training even if you have participated in past PIT counts. We want to make sure that if there is any problem with your device we are able to identify it there before you are in the field.


The link to register is: https://www.pbcgov.org/HomelessSurveyReg Please register as soon as possible to ensure we have enough shirts for all of our volunteers in the correct sizes and to secure the location that you desire. 


WHEN: Thursday, Jan 30 and Friday, Jan 31, 2025

WHERE:  Hagen Ranch Library- 14350 Hagen Ranch Rd, Delray Beach 33446



Click here to learn more

CareerSource PBC Job Fair


From CareerSource PBC: "Join us Feb 4th for our Multi-Industry Job Fair, in partnership with the Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach ! Don’t miss your chance to connect with 15+ employers. Register now and fast-track your check in to this event > https://ow.ly/PAIg50TRHJK


WHEN: Tuesday, Feb 4, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.

WHERE:  Mandel Public Library of West Palm Beach, 411 Clematis St, West Palm Beach, FL 33401 


Click here to learn more

The League of Women Voters of PBC Presents: Connect & Reboot


From The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County: "The League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County invites members and others interested in learning more about the League to attend this FREE event. The League's Committee Chairs will be there to speak about the work of the League."


WHEN: Saturday, February 8, 2025 | 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: South County Civic Center, 16700 Jog Rd, Delray Beach 33446



Click here to learn more

Palm Beach County Disparity Study - Public Input Session


Public Input Sessions Palm Beach County has contracted with Griffin & Strong (G&S) to conduct a Disparity Study to determine if willing and able minority- and women-owned businesses are significantly underutilized in construction, professional services, and goods and services contracts awarded by the County and if so, the extent to which such disparities may be attributed to discrimination. Palm Beach County invites local business owners and community members to attend a Public Input Sessions to share their experiences doing business or their attempts to do business with the County. This event is free and open to the public. Advanced registration is recommended but not required.


WHEN: Tuesday, February 11, 2025 | 1:00 p.m. AND 6:00 p.m.

WHERE: Virtual. Zoom Registration link: https://gspclaw.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwsfuutqD0iHtT6PM9Kp1Z5aguhk7g6E24C


Click here to learn more

The Melvin J. and Claire Levine LifePlanning Program Presents: Celebrate Tu Bishvat


From The Melvin J. and Claire Levine LifePlanning Program: "Come celebrate the holiday of the trees with friends, old and new, by creating your own plant pot and enjoying cultural fruits and snacks at our fund sing along seder!"


WHEN: Thursday, February 13, 2025 | 2:00 p.m. – 3:30 p.m.

WHERE: Center for Belonging and Wellbeing Palm Beach Gardens



Click here to learn more

CareerSource PBC's Youth & Young Adult Program Presents: Finfrock Manufacturing Building Tour


From CareerSource PBC: "Palm Beach County residents ages 16 - 24 years of age are invited to join us for an exclusive tour of the Finfrock Manufacturing Building, home to the longest double-T ever made in Florida!


Witness their cutting-edge Batch Plant in action, Watch the Production Team pour concrete

and Visit the woodshop where pre-cast pieces are created."


WHEN: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

WHERE: Attendees will be bussed from CSPBC’s centers 


Click here to learn more

AACY's 2025 Caregiving Youth Institute Conference


From AACY: "Join us in person or virtually for this pivotal event as we bring together educators, healthcare professionals, social workers, policymakers, researchers, advocates, and community leaders to showcase research, shape policy, and share practical strategies to better support Caregiving Youth across the United States."


Registration opens Saturday, February 15, 2025.


WHEN: Thursday, Apr 3, 2025

WHERE: In-person and Virtual (Boca Raton)



Click here to learn more

Previous Postings - Glades Area

2024 Glades Area Resource Guide Is Now Available


The 2024 Glades Area Resource Guide is now available online! You can access the digital copy by visiting our website at gladesinitiative.org or by clicking on the link below.


Distribution of the printed copies will be available in limited quantities next week and then more in early July. Stay tuned for more information.


2024 Glades Area Resource Guide

Learn About The Glades Initiative's Services!


Are you in need of emergency food assistance, or help navigation service applications? Are you a senior who needs additional support or someone who needs helps accessing women's health services? We offer these and many other services at The Glades Initiative! Click below to learn more! 


Navigation Services (English/Creole)

Navigation Services (English/Spanish)

Senior Support Program (English/Spanish)

Women's Health Care Program

Food Pantry Services

Level II Background Screenings


CONTACT: For more information, call The Glades Initaitive at 561-996-3310

Services Available at BRIDGES at Pahokee


The following services are available at BRIDGES in Pahokee:


-Notary (Free to members only/ 9am - 3:30pm)


-Triple P (Appointment only/561-924-9224)---Triple P is a one-on-one session or group seminar with our parent coach that provides you with positive parenting strategies and tips.


-Reduced Bus Passes Tuesdays & Thursdays from 9am - 4:30pm (Open to anyone in the community who qualifies

Bridges at Pahokee January 2025 Calendar


Click to see the calendar for Bridges at Pahokee - January 2025


Click here to learn more

Bridges at Belle Glade January 2025 Calendar


Click to see the calendar for Bridges at Belle Glade - January 2025.


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Summary of Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics Meeting Held on January 9, 2025


Click below to read more on the actions The Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics (COE) took at its monthly public meeting held on January 9, 2025.


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PBC BCC Unanimously Approves $10 Million for Health Care District's Crisis Center for Mental Health and Substance Abuse


The Palm Beach County Board of County Commissioners unanimously voted to approve $10 million in federal funding from the American Rescue Plan Act to support the development of the Health Care District of Palm Beach County’s state-of-the-art Crisis Center for Mental Health and Substance Abuse. This marks the first step in the development process of this critical facility.


Click here to learn more

OCR Presents: Back to School PBC! Registration is OPEN


From OCR: "Register for free school supplies, backpacks, and other community resources. In addition to the backpacks and school supplies, participating students may receive haircuts, school uniforms, sneakers, socks, blood tests, biometric health screenings, vision, dental and hearing tests, and other services and resources, depending on location and resource availability. The event will take place on Saturday, July 26, 2025, before the start of the 2025/26 school year."


Click here to learn more

Click here for English

Click here for Spanish

Florida Philanthropic Network, Inc. Presents: Mini Grant Opportunity for Nonprofits


From FPN: "FPN is pleased to announce a new round of civic engagement funding through our continued work with Florida Counts. The purpose of this grant opportunity is to provide funding to support partners’ participation in an ongoing learning community focusing on the 2030 Census, American Community Survey, and civic engagement in Florida. Selected partners will receive mini-grants ranging between $5,000-$10,000."


Click here to learn more

Applications Being Accepted for OCR's FY-2026 NEAT Grants Program


Palm Beach County’s Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) is accepting applications for its Neighborhood Engagement and Transformation (NEAT) grants program. NEAT provides grants of up to $10,000 to neighborhood-based groups and/or organizations for resident-driven neighborhood improvement projects proposed within designated Countywide Community Revitalization Team (CCRT) areas and the Glades region, including the municipalities of Belle Glade, South Bay and Pahokee.


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Allegany Franciscan Ministries, TAU Grant Cycle 2 Now OPEN


From Allegany Franciscan Ministries: "We are pleased to announce Cycle 2 of our Tau Grant Program officially opens Tuesday, January 7, 2025. Tau Grants offer unrestricted general operating support for organizations that provide services to the following marginalized groups: BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, People of Color), LGBTQ+, Individuals with disabilities, and/or other historically disenfranchised groups."


Click here to learn more

FREE CPR and First Aid Certification in the Glades


Sessions aim to equip young adults in the Glades Community with essential life-saving skills. FREE CPR Cortication provided to the FIRST 30 to enroll. First session is in February, second session is in March, and the Third session is in April.


CONTACT: For more information, or to enroll in a session, contact Elea at 561.932.7569


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Volunteers Needed at New Birth Deliverance Church Pantry


Volunteers are needed to help with the pantry, every second and fourth Tuesday and Wednesday of each month. Prefer males 18 to 30 years of age.


WHEN: Tuesday 10:30 AM until 12:30 PM, and Wednesday from 11:30 AM until 2 PM

WHERE: New Birth Deliverance Church, 1650 S. Main Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430 

CONTACT: For more information, please contact Pastor Williams 786-266-1818. 

Rent and Food Assistance Available Through Palm Beach County HIV Elimination Services


Palm Beach County's Ending the HIV Epidemic (EHE) Initiative is providing 

supplemental rent and food assistance to people with HIV through Feb. 28, 2025. 

Available services include up to three months of rental assistance, and two food boxes 

valued at $150.


Please take action now to apply while funding is available. For rental assistance, call 1-

833-PBC-HIV1 (722-4481) and select option 7. For food assistance, clients may contact 

their case manager directly or call the number above


CONTACT: For more information, please contact EHE Public Relations Specialist Lia Head-Rigby at IHeadRig@pbc.gov or 561-355-9917


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Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office Scholarship


From the Palm Beach County Supervisor of Elections Office:"The Florida Supervisors of Elections (FSE) is proud to offer scholarship opportunities to Junior and Senior college students in Palm Beach County! 🎉✨📚 The deadline to apply is March 7, 2025. 

Apply Here: https://www.votepalmbeach.gov/About-Us/2025-FSE-Scholarship."


DEADLINE: Friday, March 7, 2025 JU9



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Glades Area Scholarship


The Christopher L. Burgess Sr. Memorial Scholarship is dedicated to supporting passionate students who aspire to make a difference in the field of criminal justice.


Qualifications are: Minimum of 3.0 GPA, must be a resident of Belle Glade, South Bay, or Pahokee, must be pursuing a career in criminal justice, and high school seniors ONLY.


DEADLINE: Friday, Jan 31, 2025

Link to Scholarship: https://forms.gle/3WGk3Z92JtiFfcJU9



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HTCPB Presents: Online Safety - A Guide for Parents and Guardians


Join the Human Trafficking Coalition of the Palm Beaches for an event filled with information about online safety.


WHEN: Thursday, Jan 30, 2025 | 6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Zoom


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Open Enrollment for Health Insurance Marketplace Ends on January 15, 2025--Assistance in the Glades Available


This is the last chance to enroll in health coverage with the Health Insurance Marketplace for coverage starting February 1. Meet with a Licensed Navigator with the Covering Florida Navigator Program at the Health Council of Southeast Florida with Lake Okeechobee Rural Health Network team for free, unbiased, fair, and accurate information and help. Consumers can call/text at the numbers listed on the flyer below or make an appointment directly using the Connector scheduling tool https://widget.getcoveredamerica.org/. Services are available in South Bay, Belle Glade, and Pahokee all week and are opening evening and weekend appointments too. All languages.


After January 15th, individuals can still enroll but must have a qualifying life event.


DEADLINE: Wednesday, Jan 15, 2025

CONTACT: Pre-registration can be done by calling 561- 844-4220 or scanning the QR code; walk-ins are also welcome


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Rental Units Available in Pahokee


Rental units in the Pahokee area are now available. Check out the full listings below.


CONTACT: Leonard B. at LLK Property Solutions LLC at 305-951-1663.


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Adult and Community Education, School District Palm Beach County Job Training


The School District of Palm Beach County will have adult education, career training, and fun & leisure classes available for adults.


CONTACT: Lean more at www.careerspbc.org


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Activities and Classes at the Belle Glade, South Bay and Pahokee Libraries - Jan 2025


Check out the full listing of activities and classes for the month of January at the Belle Glade, South Bay, and Pahokee Libraries. Unless noted, activities are on a first-come, first-served basis. For events requiring registration, please visit www.pbclibrary.org.


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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 within your community to gain access to essential services and as a tool to better identify, serve, and protect you.


WHEN: Wednesday, Jan 29, 2025 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.

WHERE: Belle Glade Branch, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430



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Click here for Creole

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People of Purpose Celebrates Second Chance Month This April - Save the Date: April 19


People of Purpose (PoP), a reentry peer support program dedicated to empowering returning citizens, is proud to announce its celebration of Second Chance Month this April. Throughout the month of April, People of Purpose will host a series of events and workshops designed to inspire, educate, and connect returning citizens with resources to help them thrive. Events will include life skills training, mentorship opportunities, and a community healing circle. 


WHEN: Saturday, April 19, 2025

CONTACT: For more information about People of Purpose or to get involved with Second Chance Month events, please contact William Freeman at 561.530.9169, wfreeman@peopleofpurposefl.org, or visit peopleofpurposefl.org. .



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Posting Information
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