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The Glades Initiative Will Be Closed Monday in Honor of Independence Day
The Glades Initiative office will be closed Monday, July 5, 2020 in honor of Independence Day. We will re-open with normal hours (8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.) on Tuesday, July 6, 2020.
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~~~ This Week ~~~
Tue, June 29, 8:00 am - Health Care District FREE Walk-up COVID-19 Vaccinations, West Tech, BG
Tue, June 29, 11:30 am - Create a High-Performing, Inclusive Workplace, by Nonprofits First: Online
Wed, June 30, 8:00 am - 27th Annual African, African American and Caribbean Summer Institute
Wed, June 30, 8:30 am - Food Distribution, (For all), The Glades Initiative, Belle Glade
Wed, June 30, 9:00 am - GEO On-site Hiring Event, West Career Center, BG
Wed, June 30, 12:30 pm - Volunteers Needed for Back to School Packing Event
Wed, June 30, 6:00 pm - One Legal Mistake can Ruin your Business, by SCORE PBC: Online
Thu, July 1, 11:00 am - The Glades Initiative Presents "Borrowing Basics", Covenant Villas, BG
Sun, July 4, 2:00 pm - New Birth Celebrates Church Anniversary, BG
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The Glades Initiative has Moved! (Services Offered at New Location Just One Block South of Previous Office)
The Glades Initiative has moved! Our organization is now serving clients at our new site, located just one street south of our former address. This Wednesday's food distribution will be at the previous location, 141 SE Avenue C. Our regular Wednesday food distribution is cancelled for July 7 and will reopen in our new location July 14.
WHEN: Starting Tuesday, June 29, 2021 | 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 SE Ave Dr, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Borrowing Basics Financial Literacy Session presented by The Glades Initiative
The Glades Initiative presents Money Smart, designed to provide you with information to strengthen your financial literacy. These sessions will focus on options for borrowing money, what it costs, and much more. Masks are required– gift cards for participants who complete the session with all requested information.
WHEN: Thursday, July 1, 2021 | 11:00 a.m. - 12:15 a.m.
WHERE: Covenant Villas, 601 Covenant Dr, Belle Glade, FL
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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Food Distribution This Wednesday at The Glades Initiative (Cancelled Next Week, July 7)
The Glades Initiative offers food distribution this week to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up as usual beside the office at 141 SE Avenue C for drive-through pick-up on Wednesday from 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
(Please note there will be no food distribution on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. We will resume Wednesday food distribution on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at the new location, 149 SE Avenue D - one block south of previous location.)
WHEN: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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Health Care District Offers Free, Walk-up COVID-19 Vaccinations on Tuesdays in Belle Glade
Getting vaccinated is quick, easy and free! The Health Care District of Palm Beach County encourages those 12 years and older to receive the COVID-19 vaccine this summer. Stop by from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. every Tuesday through the first week of August – except July 6th when the site is closed. Those who are vaccinated here can receive a $10 gift voucher for grocery shopping! 12 to 17 year-olds must be with a parent or guardian. Look for the Health Care District’s big blue bus!
WHEN: On Tuesdays through first week of August (except July 6, 2021 when the site is closed) | 8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
WHERE: West Technical Education Center, 2625 NW 16th Street in Belle Glade
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Create a High-Performing, Inclusive Workplace Culture, by Nonprofits First
As organizations move from crisis to recovery to growth, those that will be most successful are those that have taken the time to develop a high performing workplace culture. Presented by Nonprofits First.
WHEN: Tuesday, June 29, 2021 | 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Online
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GEO On-Site Hiring Event
The GEO Group, Inc. is hiring Corrections Staff on June 30, 20201 at West Career Center in Belle Glade. For a full list of duties and responsibilities please visit http://ow.ly/qUZb50FcuFF
WHEN: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: West Career Center, 1085 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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Volunteers Needed for Back to School Packing Event
From PBC Office of Community Revitalization: "Can you believe that the new school year is just around the corner? Not all students have the supplies needed to begin school, and this year the need is even greater! Volunteers play a crucial role in making this event possible. Volunteers are needed for a special packing event. Volunteers will be assisting with putting the resources together into bags, so that we may distribute them on the day of the event."
WHEN: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 12:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.
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New Birth Celebrates Church Anniversary
New Birth Deliverance Baptist Church is celebrating its 21st church anniversary. They invite the community to fellowship.
WHEN: Sunday, July 4, 2021 | 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: 1650 S Main St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 786-266-1818
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Surviving and Thriving Post Pandemic, by League of Women Voters
Join Dave Lawrence, President & CEO of the Cultural Council for Palm Beach County, as he discusses initiatives launched during the past three years to provide direct funding to the cultural sector. Dave will speak about the success of the Artist Innovation Fellowship program and the financial assistance now available to help organizations recover post pandemic.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 7, 2021 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
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Mentors Needed in the Glades and Pahokee Area
Take Stock in Children is recruiting caring individuals who want to make a difference in a child's life. They need strong role models to support their male and female students at a local middle or high school. Every student who receives a mentor and fulfills the program's requirements will receive a two-year full tuition college scholarship.
Mentor Orientation Sessions
WHEN: Friday, July 9, 22, Aug 12 and 24, 2021 | 12:00 p.m. (July 9 and Aug 12); 5:30 p.m. (July 22 and Aug 24)
WHERE: Zoom
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Food Distribution This Wednesday at The Glades Initiative (Cancelled Next Week, July 7)
The Glades Initiative offers food distribution this week to anyone in need. Those coming in cars are asked to line up as usual beside the office at 141 SE Avenue C for drive-through pick-up on Wednesday from 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM. Both drivers and walkers will receive food bags on a first-come-first-serve basis.
Our staff and volunteers will wear personal protective gear as we handle and distribute the food bags. We ask that drivers and their passengers remain in their vehicles and practice social distancing measures to keep everyone safe.
(Please note there will be no food distribution on Wednesday, July 7, 2021. We will resume Wednesday food distribution on Wednesday, July 14, 2021, at the new location, 149 SE Avenue D - one block south of previous location.)
WHEN: Wednesday, June 30, 2021 | 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL
CONTACT: For questions, call us at 561-996-3310
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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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PBC Library System Partners with Youth Services Department to Serve Free Summer Food to Kids
Fifteen Palm Beach County Library locations will serve as meal distribution sites for the Palm Beach County Youth Services Department’s Summer Food Service Program (SFSP).
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Hunger Relief Update - June 14, 2021
Read the United Way of Palm Beach County's latest Hunger Relief Update.
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Canine Influenza in the Community: How to Protect Your Pet
Palm Beach County Animal Care and Control, a division of the Public Safety Department, wants to remind pet owners about the importance of keeping pets current on vaccinations and helping to stop the spread of contagious diseases. A private animal shelter within the community has an active outbreak of canine influenza in their dog population. Six reported cases of the virus are also reported in privately owned dogs within Palm Beach County.
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South Bay Head Start/Early Head Start Center Year-round Programs
The South Bay Head Start/Early Head Start Center have year-round programs. The center provides services for pregnant mothers to children five years old. The center is currently recruiting for these programs for the 2021-2022 School Year.
CONTACT: If you are interest in any of these programs, contact Margaret Humphrey at 561-459-0456.
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The Skidmore Scoop: House District 81, June 25, 2021
Get the latest update from the Florida House of Representative for District 81, Kelly Skidmore.
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The Friday 5 - PBC School District News, June 18, 2021
Read this week's edition of The Friday 5, news, information, and more from the School District of Palm Beach County.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, June 28, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
The Glades Initiative, Inc.
Other Areas
Diocese of Palm Beach Pastoral Center
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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Meaningful Career Opportunities at The Glades Initiative Inc: 2 Positions Open!
We are hiring! Do you want to make a difference in the lives of the residents of the Glades? Are you looking for a new career opportunity? Come join us at The Glades Initiative!
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word NAVIGATOR in the title of the email.
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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. These are the white two-ply reusable washable masks given by the health department. 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., 141 SE Avenue C, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: 561-996-3310
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Community Connections for Life Presents Summer Mental Health Retreat 2021
Community Connections for Life presents a Summer Mental Health Retreat for participants aged 5-17 - learn about topics that empower and strengthen youth socially.
WHEN: Week of June 21 - Aug 3, 2021 | 8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
WHERE: 555 SW 16th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
CONTACT: For more information, 786-657-3276
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Virtual Summer Breakspot Fun Camp is Now Live
United Way of Palm Beach County (UWPBC) developed a comprehensive Virtual Summer BreakSpot Fun! Camp for children who are not participating in summer camps in person and as a resource for camp counselors. Kids of all ages can participate in virtual activities Monday - Friday (available all day) as they enjoy their nutritious summer meal.
WHEN: June 21 - Aug 6, 2021
WHERE: Virtual
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PBC Library Citizenship Exam Study Group
Practice for the civics portion of the naturalization test in an informal small group setting. We will cover the 100 civics test questions in a series of six study sessions. Open to all levels of English speakers. All sessions are offered virtually through the Zoom portal. (90 min.) To access study materials visit www.uscis.gov/citizenship
WHEN: Wednesdays, June 23, 30, July 14, 21, 28, 2021 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
CONTACT: 561-233-2600
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Heart of the Matter Conversation Presented by the United Way of Palm Beach County
Help fight hunger in PBC. Join on Wednesday, July 21st at noon for the next Heart of the Matter conversation to hear from local, state, & national experts on how we are addressing hunger in our area and learn more about what you can do to help our neighbors in need.
WHEN: Wednesday, July 21, 2021 | 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
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Dress for Success Opens Belle Glade Location
From Dress for Success: "We are thrilled to announce that we are fully operational and have begun suiting clients at our new location in Belle Glade. Have any clients living near Belle Glade? Let us know! We added a feature to our standard Client Referral Form to specify which location would work best for our clients."
WHERE: 1089 South Main Street, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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To Local Partners: Flyers Available to Spread the Word About the Emergency Rental Assistance Program
From Palm Beach County Community Services: "We need your help to inform the community of the Emergency Rental Assistance (ERA) program. In an effort to spread the word, we are asking for each FAA-funded organization to pick up at least 100 (or more) flyers to distribute at their location."
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in C51 canal - S155 (upstream), & Lake Okeechobee - Pahokee Marina.
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Summer Internship by Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition
Take part in the Summer Internship Program presented by the Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition, offering leadership development, prevention education, advocacy training, resume strengthening and more. For 8-12th graders.
WHEN: July 12 - 29, 2021 | 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
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Summer Trainings Offered by Palm Beach County Behavioral Health Coalition
Schedule your free trainings for your staff or teens on subjects such as: escaping vaping, marijuana myths busted, truth about alcohol, and more.
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First Aid and CPR Training Available in the Glades
If you are needing First Aid and CPR training, DnA Tactics out of Pahokee is available to provide trained professionals.
CONTACT: 561-406-9990
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Take Stock in Children June 2021 Mentor Newsletter
Learn more about what Take Stock in Children PBC has been up to by reading their June newsletter.
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The Skidmore Scoop: House District 81, June 18, 2021
Get the latest update from the Florida House of Representative for District 81, Kelly Skidmore.
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Prime Time Post: Virtual Summer Camp is Live
Families and summer programs can visit Prime Time’s virtual summer camp calendar to participate in live, interactive activities planned each weekday through August 6, 2021, for children and youth in grades K-12. The live activities will be hosted on Zoom, a platform for video conferencing.
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The Friday 5 - PBC School District News, June 18, 2021
Read this week's edition of The Friday 5, news, information, and more from the School District of Palm Beach County.
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Nonprofits First - COVID-19 Resources, June 18, 2021
Read the latest information on COVID-19 resources from Nonprofits First.
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CSC: Monday Morning Update, June 21, 2021
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
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Job Opportunities
In the Glades
The Glades Initiative, Inc.
- Patient Services Representative
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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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