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~~~ This Week ~~~
Mon, Sept 18, 9:00 am - UF/IFAS Vegetable Gardening Short Course, BG Library
Mon, Sept 18, 5:30 pm - Citizen Criminal Justice Academy for the Glades, BG Library
Tue, Sept 19, 9:00 am - PATCH Monthly Meeting: The Glades Initiative: Hybrid
Tue, Sept 19, 9:30 am - Divas in the Trucking Industry: Zoom
Tue, Sept 19, 3 - 7 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Sept 20, 8:30-11 am, 2-4:30 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - open to anyone
Wed, Sept 20, 6:00 pm - SCORE PBC Presents: Managing Your People Resources: Zoom
Wed, Sept 20, 4 - 5 pm - The Glades Initiative Food Pantry of Choice - drive-thru (cardholders only)
Thu, Sept 21, 10:30 am - Fall Risks Fall Prevention Presentation, West County, BG
Sat, Sept 23, 9:00 am - Back to School Resource Fair, St Paul Church, BG
Tue, Sept 26, 5:00 pm - Community ID of the Palm Beaches, BG Library
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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
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 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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UF/IFAS Vegetable Gardening Short Course - Tri-City Community Garden Project
Join UF/IFAS for a Vegetable Gardening Short Course and learn how to grow your own fresh produce. This in-person event is perfect for both beginners and experienced gardeners looking to enhance their skills. Whether you have a backyard garden, contribute to a community garden, or just have a few pots on your balcony, this course will equip you with the knowledge and confidence to grow your own delicious and nutritious vegetables. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with fellow gardening enthusiasts and cultivate your green thumb! Those who attend all four classes will be recognized with a UF/IFAS Home Vegetable Gardening Short Course Certificate!
WHEN: Monday, Sept 18, 19, 25, 26, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library 725 Northwest 4th Street Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Citizen Criminal Justice Academy for the Glades
Anyone over the age of 13 who is eager to learn about the criminal justice system can attend the Citizen Criminal Justice Academy for the Glades.
WHEN: Monday, Sept 18, 25, Oct 2, 16, 23, 30, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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PATCH Monthly Meeting: Hybrid (Zoom & In-Person)
The next PATCH meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Sept 19, 2023. Glades Initiative is hosting the in-person meeting. You can also attend via Zoom, please see the link below.
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept 19, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: The Glades Initiative, 149 Avenue D, Belle Glade, FL 33430
MEETING LINK: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/4457939554?pwd=L2sxT1FTOWlOVlZGZkJ1d2wwN3ZyZz09 (Meeting ID: 445 793 9554
Passcode: 1234)
Click here to learn more
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Divas in the Trucking Industry Online Workshop
Attend an online workshop on Divas in the Trucking Industry.
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept 19, 26, 2023 | 9:30 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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SCORE PBC Presents: Managing Your People Resources
This workshop focuses on educating business owners regarding current employment laws and how they impact business practices.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 20, 2023 | 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Zoom
Click here to learn more
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Fall Risks Fall Prevention Presentation
Attend a Fall Prevention Presentation at West County Senior Center. Discussions on hydration, nutrition, strengthening muscles, and more.
WHEN: Thursday, Sept 21, 2023 | 10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
WHERE: West County Senior Center, 2916 State Road 15, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Back to School Resource Fair
Attend a Back to School Resource Fair at St. Paul Church of God in Christ. Services include Primary Care Physician Appointments, SDPBC Mckinney-Vento Program Services, Food Stamps, Medicaid, Medicare Appointments and information, and more.
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 23, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
WHERE: St Paul Church of God in Christ, 915 W Ave A, Belle Glade, FL 33430
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: Tuesday, Sept 26, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
WHERE: Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL (Sept 26)
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
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Glades Family Resource Fair
Primary Care Physician Appointments, free phones and tablets (must have SSN#), Food Stamps, Medicaid, Medicare appointments and information, resources for pregnant and existing mothers.
WHEN: Tuesday, Oct 3, 2023 | 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
WHERE: RCMA Daycare, 20 Carver St., Belle Glade FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Belle Glade Chamber of Commerce 24th Annual Golf Tournament
It’s that time of year again and your Chamber is preparing for the 24th Annual Golf
Tournament. It is scheduled for Saturday, October 7th at the Belle Glade Municipal Golf
Club. This event is the only fundraiser held by the Chamber where we ask our entire
membership to help support us in our efforts to raise money for the many activities, we
are involved in.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 7, 2023
WHERE: Belle Glade Municipal Golf Club, 2619 W Canal St N, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Florida Community Health Centers Presents: Pediatrick
Visit Florida Community Health Center's Pediatrick Resource Fair. On-site primary care physician appointment scheduling, Medicaid, Medicare and food stamp appointments and information, and more.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 26, 2023 | 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
WHERE: FCHC Belle Glade Center, 941 SE 1st St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more
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Florida Literacy Coalition Offers Online Classes
From the Florida Literacy Coalition: "We offer a 10-week online citizenship class that will prepare students for the USCIS naturalization interview and civics exam. We also offer online English conversation classes."
Click here to learn more
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Health Officials Issue Blue-Green Algae Bloom Alert for Three Lake Okeechobee Locations
The Florida Department of Health in Palm Beach County has issued a Health Alert for the presence of harmful blue-green algal toxins in Lake Okeechobee water body locations (click to learn more).
Click here to learn more
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PEPPI Headstart is Enrolling
PEPPI Head Start is now enrolling students. If you have a 3- to 5-year-old and want them to have a place for them to go for the summer, PEPPI Head Start offers year-round services to children and families within the community. Your child will be fully engaged through play, fun learning, singing, dancing, and socializing with other students. This program is totally free to you as a parent.
WHERE: PEPPI Head Start, 301 SW Ave 8 St, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
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Purchase Assistance Funding Available for First-Time Homebuyers
Palm Beach County’s Department of Housing and Economic Development (HED) announces the availability of HOME Investments Partnership First-Time Homebuyer Program funds. Funding will provide up to $100,000 to assist income-eligible applicants with acquiring their first home (including acquisition, acquisition/rehabilitation, new construction, down payment and closing costs) that will be used as their principal place of residence.
Click here to learn more
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Youth Summit of PBC Wants Your Ideas
Complete a short survey to help Youth Summit of Palm Beach County with the 2024 Youth Summit.
Click here to learn more
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Sign up to Volunteer for Read With Me!
The Literacy Coalition has selected books and created activities for volunteers and students to share together each session. The students get to take home the books and activities.
Click here to learn more
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Youth Summit Committee Recruiting Youths
The Youth Summit committee is recruiting creative and self-motivated youth and adults to
assist in the planning of the 2024 event! The Youth Summit provides youth with the unique opportunity to access information and resources aimed at assisting them in making better decisions and positive life choices.
Click here to learn more
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PBC Library System Officially Launches its Brand-New Website
Palm Beach County Library System is thrilled to announce the launch of its new website at www.pbclibrary.org. It was designed to modernize the way our community accesses information and engages with the Library's resources. This cutting-edge website represents a significant step forward in our commitment to providing a user-friendly and inclusive digital experience for library members.
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
- 3:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Tuesday)
- 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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Get in Your Element This Fall With a Palm Beach County Library Card
September is Library Card Sign-up Month, a time when the Palm Beach County Library System joins the American Library Association (ALA) and libraries nationwide to remind everyone about the valuable resources available with a library card.
Click here to learn more
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FRAC Update - Sept 15, 2023
Read the Food Research & Action Center's latest update.
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters PBC Newsletter
Catch up with the League of Women Voters of Palm Beach County by reading their latest newsletter.
Click here to learn more
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Count-e-News: News from Palm Beach County, Sept 14, 2023
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, Sept 18, 2023
Read the latest from the Children's Services Council: CSC Statement and COVID-19 Resources.
Click here to learn more
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Countywide Community Revitalization Team Meeting
The Office of Community Revitalization (OCR) invites you to the upcoming Countywide Community Revitalization Team (CCRT) meeting on Tuesday, September 19, 2023 at 10 a.m. This event will be hosted in person at the Vista Center Hearing Room 1E-60, 2300 N Jog Rd., West Palm Beach, and can be accessed virtually or via conference call.
WHEN: Tuesday, Sept 19, 2023 | 10:00 a.m.
WHERE: Vista Center Hearing Room 1E-60, 2300 N Jog Rd., West Palm Beach, FL
Click here to learn more
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League of Women Voters Hot Topic: Education in PBC
Join as PBC School Superintendent Michael Burke focuses on the current status and future
challenges of the local public education system.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 20, 2023 | 11:00 a.m.
WHERE: Mounts Botanical, Garden Exhibit Hall, 559 N. Military Trail, WPB, FL 33415
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, Sept 21, Sept 26, Oct 5 & 15, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. (Sept 7 & 21, Oct 5 & 15); 5:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. (Sept 26)
WHERE:
Mandel Public Library, 411 Clematis St, 3rd Floor, West Palm Beach, FL (Sept 7 & 21)
Lantana Branch Library, 4020 Lantana Road, Lake Worth, FL (Sept 14)
Belle Glade Library, 725 NW 4th St, Belle Glade, FL (Sept 26)
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
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Future Leaders Link Up
Join for the next Future Leaders meeting.
WHEN: Thursday, Sept 21, 2023 | 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
WHERE: 50 S Military Trail, West Palm Beach, FL 33415
Click here to learn more
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Palm Beach Partners Business MatchMaker Conference and Expo
Join the Office of Equal Business Opportunity for the 17th Annual Palm Beach Partners Business MatchMaker Conference and Expo.
WHEN: Friday, Sept 22, 2023 | 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Palm Beach County Convention Center, 650 Okeechobee Blvd, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to learn more
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Health Care District Kicks Off Fall Prevention Program
The Health Care District of Palm Beach County is excited to announce a new falls
prevention program at a kickoff event on Friday, September 22nd from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the South County Civic Center pavilion in Delray Beach. The comprehensive initiative that features free balance classes is designed to address the increasing incidence of falls among county residents. The program's kickoff coincides with Falls Prevention Month in September.
WHEN: Friday, Sept 22, 2023 | 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
WHERE: South County Civic Center (under the pavilion), 16700 Jog Rd, Delray Beach, FL 33446
Click here to learn more
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Local Mitigation Strategy Working Group to Hold General Meeting
On Wednesday, Sept. 27, 2023, from 9 to 10:30 a.m., the Palm Beach County Local Mitigation Strategy (LMS) Working Group will hold a general meeting of its public and private sector membership. This meeting is open to the public. Topics of discussion will include Fall 2023 Prioritized Project List (PPL), LMS2024 revision, LMS attendance requirement and the Herbert Hoover Dike Rehabilitation project completion presented by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers.
WHEN: Wednesday, Sept 27, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
WHERE: West Palm Beach City Hall, Flagler Gallery, 401 Clematis Street, West Palm
Beach, FL 33401
Click here to learn more
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Community Police Relations by Urban League of PBC
The Urban League of Palm Beach County is hosting a Community Police Relations meeting on the topic of "Social Media: It's Posted Forever."
WHEN: Thursday, Sept 28, 2023 | 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
WHERE: 1700 N Australian Ave, West Palm Beach, FL 33407
Click here to learn more
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Breast Cancer Walk and Health Fair
The Marie Louise Cancer Foundation presents Breast Cancer Walk and Health Fair in Boynton Beach.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 7, 2023 | 7:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: 2240 N Federal Hwy, Boynton Beach, FL 33435
Click here to learn more
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Community Action Advisory Board (CAAB)
It’s that time of year again, and this training is scheduled for all board members annually, but open to the general public.
WHEN: Friday, Oct 13, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
WHERE: Vista Conference Center, 2300 North Jog Road, West Palm Beach, FL 33411
Click here to learn more
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Previous Postings - Glades Area
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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):
Operations Director (click the title for more information on the position)
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word OPERATIONS DIRECTOR in the title of the email.
Program Assistant - Front Desk (click the title for more information on the position)
TO APPLY: Send an email resume and cover letter to jobs@gladesinitiative.org with the word PROGRAM ASSISTANT in the title of the email.
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Clerk Report: Protect Yourself and Your Neighbors from Potential Jury or Court Scams
Scammers are using every known tactic these days to try to get your personal information and pressure you to send them your hard-earned money. Clerk Abruzzo shares with you some of the warning signs of potential scams.
Click here to learn more
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Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Exciting Activities at the Palm Beach County Library System
The Palm Beach County Library System is thrilled to announce a diverse lineup of events and activities to celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month this year. Beginning September 9th, we invite the community to join us in recognizing and celebrating the rich cultural contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Click here to learn more
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Multi-Agency Falls Prevention Fair & Education Series
Obtain free screenings and information: balance and exercise, medication safety, hearing and vision, and much more.
WHEN: Thursday, Sept 28, 2023 | 9:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
WHERE: Eddie Lee Rhodes Gymnasium, 360 E Main St, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Ladies Lunch and Learn
Come out and join for an informative discussion about women's health.
WHEN: Friday, Sept 29, 2023 | 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
WHERE: 190 N Lake Ave, Pahokee, FL 33476
Click here to learn more
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Center for Experiential Learning College Fair
GBDCEI Experiential Learn Center is an Interactive Edu-play Center focused on developing, mentoring, empowering, and creating social mobility for tomorrow’s leaders, professionals & business owners aged 10-24.
WHEN: Saturday, Sept 30, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Virtual
Click here to learn more
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Bayfest Cultural Arts Festival Seeks Partners
The City of South Bay invites you to participate in Bayfest Cultural Arts Festival hosted by the City of South Bay for all their residents and the surrounding cities (Pahokee, Belle Glade, Clewiston, and West Palm Beach). The purpose of the Bayfest Cultural Arts Festival is to have a day of fun with family/friends. This event also encourages residents and vendors to participate in the festival.
WHEN: Saturday, Oct 21, 2023 | 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
WHERE: Tanner Park, 105 West Palm Beach Road, South Bay, FL 33493
Click here to learn more
Click here to learn more (vendor registration form)
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National Night Out Against Crime - Belle Glade
The Palm Beach County Sheriff’s Office invites you to participate in the “Glades Night out
Against Crime” on October 26thth, 2023 in the City of Belle Glade.
WHEN: Thursday, Oct 26, 2023 | 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
WHERE: Glades Pioneer Park, 866 SR 715, Belle Glade, FL 33430
Click here to learn more (English)
Click here to learn more (Haitian Creole)
Click here to learn more (Spanish)
Click here to learn more (Partners)
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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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