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Voting has started for The People’s Money, NYC’s citywide participatory budgeting (PB) process!
From May 1st through June 12th, New Yorkers age 11 and up, regardless of immigration status, can decide how to spend $3.5M of city funds on projects in their community.
Last year, in the first People’s Money process, New Yorkers voted to fund 46 expense projects for a total of $5M in mayoral funds. The projects address a wide range of community needs, including mental health, food safety, youth programming, skills building and arts.
The People’s Money is the only citywide process utilizing mayoral expense funding; from 2011, select NYC Council Members have opted into a similar process wherein their district residents can vote on how to spend their own discretionary funding. Expense funding can be used for projects and services, and the citywide process allows all New Yorkers to participate, regardless of the council district they live in. To learn more about the process, visit participate.nyc.gov.
How to Vote by June 12th:
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Online Ballot: Voting online is easy. The online ballot is available in English and 13 additional languages. Visit on.nyc.gov/pb and follow the instructions.
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Paper Ballots: Voting in-person is also easy. You can see sites and upcoming events that will host paper ballots at: on.nyc.gov/pbvotesites
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How to Spread the Word:
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Post Online: Everyone can use the CEC’s digital toolkit to post on social media and email their networks. View here: on.nyc.gov/pbvotetoolkit
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For Organizations: Organizations and groups can invite CEC staff to attend their event/meeting/forum to lead a voting activity between May 1st - June 12th, or groups can request paper ballots and a ballot box to organize their own activities. Email us at: participate@civicengagement.nyc.gov
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For Individuals: Individuals can volunteer with the CEC to staff flagship events across the five boroughs. Sign up here: on.nyc.gov/cecvolunteer
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On May 15th, we’re holding a Phone Zap to call State Assemblymembers and ask them to co-sponsor the bill!
Sign up here to call your legislator on May 15th. After you sign up, we will send you scripts and the Phone Zap page as we get closer to action.
The Wage Board Bill has gained incredible momentum in the State Assembly and Senate. But we only have until early June to make sure it gets passed in the State Legislature and sent to the Governor's desk for signing.
This International Workers Day, let’s fight for the 800,000 human services workers who strengthen our communities. Join us by calling your legislator on May 15th!
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Upcoming Trainings & Surveys | |
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Nonprofit New York
Building Positive Organizational Culture: A Foundation of Success
May 14th| 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join Joanna Kaniewska, Coach and Talent Development Strategist of T Shaped, and learn about building an inclusive, supportive, and thriving team to help your organization grow and succeed.
Members: FREE, Non-Members: $45
Data in Bloom: Visualizing Impact & Outcomes
May 29th| 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Join Triana Urraca, CEO of Data Systems Simplified, and discover the art of collecting and curating meaningful data in your nonprofit's journey. Learn how to craft powerful stories that engage stakeholders, donors, and beneficiaries.
2024 Annual Meeting of Members
May 22, 2024 | 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM ET | Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice
On May 22nd, Nonprofit New York will bring together nearly 200 nonprofit professionals at the 2024 Annual Meeting of Members, one of the largest regional gatherings for New York's nonprofit community. Our members will elect the board and partake in a sector-wide discussion on hiring and retaining talent amidst challenges such as budget cuts, contract delays, and more! Members: FREE, Non-Members: $75 Secure your seat here!
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NYCEM Asylum Seeker Support Survey
NYC Emergency Management is seeking community based organizations that are interested in volunteering to support asylum seeker operations. Please note, services cannot be provided at respite sites or the Reticketing Center operated by NYCEM. If you're looking to provide services at one of these locations, an alternative site needs to be identified. If interested, please complete the survey linked below and a staff member will get in touch with your organization after we review your responses.
Access the survey here: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/GLRZ986
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Upcoming Events & Opportunities | We are excited to share news, upcoming events, and various opportunities at Nonprofit Staten Island and across our membership! |
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Come and celebrate Pride Month alongside La Colmena’s LGBTQ+ group, L’Unicorns! This event is dedicated to honoring and raising awareness of the diverse cultures and rich history within the LGBTQ+ community. We believe that by coming together and sharing our experiences, we can create a more inclusive and supportive environment for all. Your support and collaboration are crucial in making this event a success and furthering our mission of promoting equality and acceptance.
Event Date: Sunday, June 9th, 2024 | 1:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Event Address: Alice Austen House | 2 Hylan Blvd, Staten Island, NY 10305
Set-Up Time: 12:00pm
Start Time: 1:00pm
End Time: 5:00pm
Contact: Leidis De La Rosa at leidis@lacolmenanyc.org or 929-701-8000.
Please confirm your attendance by registering for the event using the link below: https://forms.gle/dpE2VVoR2GBggQ1x8
| Join Seamen's Society for Children and Families for our Family Fun Day at Snug Harbor on June 9, 12-3pm. Benefiting the Robert & Barbara Fitzsimmons Children and Family Fund at Seamen's Society. Enjoy a fun filled day with children's games, a scavenger hunt, a family fun walk, food, music and more. This fundraising event aims to raise money to provide unique experiences for children and families served by the organization. | |
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Applications are open for our "Rising Leaders: Fundraising Activation for BIPOC Professionals" program, an initiative designed to elevate early career BIPOC development professionals through focused training in fundraising and communications. This program is a perfect stepping stone for those with at least two years of experience who are eager to enhance their skills through a diversity, equity, and inclusion lens. Here’s what the Rising Leaders program offers:
- Equitable Fundraising & Communications Mastery: Skills to transform fundraising practices, making them more effective and inclusive.
- Ethical Communications Strategies: Tools for creating compelling, community-centered narratives that resonate across various platforms.
- Practical Skill Development: Hands-on training in areas like social media, grant proposals, and special events to foster peer collaboration and professional growth.
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Bee-U’s Urban Beekeeping Fellowship is a paid program for youth aged 16-24 to gain hands-on training in beekeeping, leadership, and environmental advocacy.
Urban Beekeeping Fellows learn basic skills of beekeeping, dive deep into contemporary environmental issues in their neighborhoods, and learn about career pathways to green jobs.
The 2024 Urban Beekeeping Fellowship will have two cohorts (15 students each)
Cohort One: June 2- July 14
Cohort Two: July 21 - September 1
For more information on the Urban Beekeeping Fellowship, reach out to our Associate Executive Director, André Ware andre@beeuniversitynyc.org.
The 2024 Urban Beekeeping Fellowship application for Cohort One AND Cohort Two will be released on Friday, April 19th and will close on Sunday, May 12th.
Fellowship Qualifications
- 16-24 years old
- Available on Sundays from 12:30-4:30 PM
- Interest in urban agriculture, beekeeping, gardening, and environmental sustainability
Compensation
Participants will receive a weekly stipend of $115 for a total of $805 for seven weeks.
Participants can work additional optional sessions for an extra $65 per session that they attend (up to three sessions).
You can earn up to $1,000 as an Urban Beekeeping Fellow!
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The Mayor’s Office of Contract Services has recently made changes to the Returnable Grant Fund (RGF) program that streamline the application and expand eligibility criteria for receiving interest-free loans. If your organization needs support meeting critical expenses while contracting with the City, please visit the RGF page on the MOCS website for the new application and instructions on how to apply! | |
The Nonprofit Security Grant Program (NSGP) provides funding support for target hardening and other physical security enhancements and activities to nonprofit organizations that are at high risk of terrorist attack. The intent is to integrate nonprofit preparedness activities with broader state and local preparedness efforts. It is also designed to promote coordination and collaboration in emergency preparedness activities among public and private community representatives, as well as state and local government agencies. | |
The NYC Rent Freeze Program, helps eligible New Yorkers with disabilities and seniors stay in affordable housing by freezing their rent. Find out more about the program by calling the Rent Freeze Hotline at 929-252-7242. You can also visit the program website for my information by clicking here. | |
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Nonprofit Events Community Calendar
Check out more upcoming Staten Island Nonprofit Events on our FREE online Nonprofit Events Calendar.
Remember to add your events to the Staten Island Nonprofit Events & Fundraisers Community Calendar here.
Have an event you'd like us to share in our newsletter?
Email all event info to Clara@sinfpa.org 5-6 days in advance of our biweekly newsletter.
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