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Featured Blog Posts – January 2021 Archive (12)

Free training program aims to help people of color run for public office

A volunteer holds a sticker to give to a voter at a polling place on Election Day, Nov. 3, 2020, in Stamford.

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Added by Lee Cruz on January 28, 2021 at 6:00am — No Comments

Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis in Connecticut: Why and How?

Good afternoon, sharing this upcoming event to those interested &/ if you would like to share with your networks!
Declaring Racism a Public Health Crisis in Connecticut: Why and How?
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Added by Samantha Lew on January 26, 2021 at 9:16am — No Comments

Recognizing Racism as a Public Health Threat: A Conversation with Dr. Willarda V. Edwards

This article comes from the winter 2020 edition of the Nonprofit Quarterly as part of an article series on “America’s healthcare crisis.”

The Nonprofit Quarterly recently sat down with Dr. Willarda V. Edwards, who has been helping to spearhead an effort inside the House of Delegates at the American Medical Association (AMA) to reorient the organization around antiracist principles. This has resulted in a…

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Added by Lee Cruz on January 26, 2021 at 5:15am — No Comments

#TeamResilient - Student Success Every!

For Kids and Adults

Free program we at H.O.P.E., Inc. are offering for kids and adults called #TeamResilient-Student Success Every Day!The purpose of the program is to address mental well-being during these trying times of COVID, distance learning and social distancing and racial turmoil. We plan to offer programs to help us have fun, and connect with others, build and maintain relationships, and practice social skills to boost personal development and…

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Added by H.O.P.E., Inc on January 23, 2021 at 2:01pm — No Comments

¡Podemos ayudar con Asistencia energética para Greater New Haven!

¡Llame al 203-285-8018 para obtener más información!

Consulte nuestra página web:

https://www.caanh.net/energy-documents…

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Added by Bianca Bowles on January 21, 2021 at 4:25am — No Comments

Community Action Agency of New Haven Inc. continues to build community through equitable food access!

The Community Action Agency of New Haven (CAANH) is pleased to announce the launch of its new HOPE (Healthy Options Pathways to Essential Foods) Voucher program, for our most vulnerable clients who are food insecure. CAANH will provide clients who are at or below 125 % of the federal poverty level nutritious option that will help reduce obesity, hypertension, diabetes, depression, and other medical conditions associated with inferior food options.

While Connecticut…

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Added by Bianca Bowles on January 21, 2021 at 3:54am — No Comments

Resident-led Video Series Presented by Purple States and DataHaven

A powerful new video series produced by Purple States and DataHaven brings local voices to the conversation about the need for equity. Produced with New Haven residents Aziya Ricard and Tyrone Jones, "Covid Reckonings" is the first of a four-part series created with Connecticut communities hardest hit by the coronavirus pandemic. …

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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on January 20, 2021 at 8:02am — No Comments

JOB OPPORTUNITY - Executive Director, Community Soup Kitchen

Please help spread the word about this exciting leadership opportunity right here in New Haven!  Visit https://eostransitions.com/open-searches/ for the full position description and application information.

The Community Soup Kitchen (CSK) has been a cornerstone of New Haven, Connecticut’s emergency food system for over 40 years. Housed at its close partner Christ…

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Added by Erin Cox on January 15, 2021 at 7:50am — No Comments

To help heal racial wounds, Black national anthem would become America's hymn under proposal

Deborah Barfield Berry
USA TODAY - January 11, 2021


WASHINGTON – U.S. Rep.…

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Added by Lee Cruz on January 13, 2021 at 5:41am — No Comments

Funding Opportunities for Greater New Haven Nonprofits

Grantseeker Information Webinar

Last chance to register!

Thursday, January 14, 20219:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Sign up for this valuable webinar about The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven's grant processes.

Learn all about 2021 deadlines, capacity building training sessions and more. 



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Added by The Community Foundation for GNH on January 12, 2021 at 6:31am — No Comments

The Hamden Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) in partnershup with the CT Department of Housing (DOH) and the CT Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is pleased to announce this exciting new training…

The Hamden Economic Development Corporation (HEDC) in partnershup with the CT Department of Housing (DOH) and the CT Housing Finance Authority (CHFA) is pleased to announce this exciting new training opportuntiy. This program is open to CT Residents who are interested in a career in the field of housing and community development. Here are links to the facebook page  (new web site coming soon).…

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Added by Dale Kroop on January 8, 2021 at 3:30am — No Comments

CT Energy Assistance Program

Residents who reside in East Haven, New Haven, West Haven, North Haven or Hamden can still apply with us for help paying their heating costs through the CT Energy Assistance Program. Please call (203) 285-8018 to schedule an appointment to apply over the phone. 

People can also request an application be mailed to them by calling  203 387-7700 ext. 287.  We’ve taken applications for just over 5,100…

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Added by Bianca Bowles on January 6, 2021 at 8:34am — No Comments

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Open Street Project

An Open Streets Family Reunion: Reflections from the 2018 Open Streets Summit

By Ryan O’Connor, Director of Programs, 8 80 Cities Recently 8 80 Cities wrote a blog post about open streets being a labour of love. That being the case, the 2018 Open Streets Summit in New Orleans felt like a family reunion of sorts. It was rejuvenating to see old and new friends who share our passion for open streets and are working tirelessly to create healthier, happier, and more connected communities across the world. The event, which took place on September 15-16, brought together more than 50 leaders who currently organize open streets programs or are interested in bringing the...

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Open Streets Summit Draft Agenda

We hope you are getting ready and feel excited about the Open Streets Summit in Gretna/New Orleans! Taking place from September 15-16, 2018, the Summit will feature tours, presentations and networking opportunities with open streets champions and organizers from across the continent. Attendees will learn about the nuts and bolts of starting or scaling up open streets programs, including: Route design and planning Partnerships with business and officials Social inclusion Safety and logistics Marketing and promotion Program evaluation through measurable goals and metrics If you haven’t done it yet, click here to register for the Open Streets Summit only or...

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Open Streets Summit Speakers Announced!

The Open Streets Project is proud to announce that Ed Solis from Viva Calle (San Jose, CA), Romel Pascual from CicLAvia (Los Angeles, CA), Jaymie Santiago and Charles Brown from New Brunswick Ciclovia will join us as speakers for the 2018 Open Streets Summit in New Orleans and Gretna! Taking place from September 15-16 2018, the Summit will feature: Behind the scenes tour of the City of Gretna’s inaugural open streets program. Workshops, presentations, and networking opportunities with open streets champions and organizers from across the continent. Training and inspiration for both -novice and experienced- open streets organizers and supporters...

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Local Initiatives Support Corporation

New Report: A Close Look at the Reality of Community Violence Interrupters

Dr. Kathryn Bocanegra and Dr. Shani Buggs, eminent researchers and experts on the work of community violence intervention, have published, together with LISC, Supporting the Frontline Through Community Healing: Advancing Science on Violence Intervention Outreach and Trauma Exposure. The study, focused on safety efforts in Kansas City, MO, is a deeply researched and compassionate look at the trauma CVI workers confront every day and how to support the field so that practitioners “are protected from the same harms they work to prevent.”

“A Gateway for Possibilities”: Resident Leadership and Community Ownership

LISC's Institute for Community Power has published a new Spotlight examining three leadership development programs designed and implemented by LISC and local partners for distinct communities in different parts of the country: Training the Trainers (T4T) in Houston; the Newark Resident Leadership Academy (NRLA); and Community Connectors in Philadelphia. Each group has leveraged the leadership program to inform and strengthen their work and, in turn, to serve their communities more effectively.

Mobile Home Residents in Washington State Are Calling the Shots After Buying Their Park

Manufactured housing, which 20 million Americans call home, is one of the few affordable housing options in the United States. The residents of two Washington State mobile home communities recently succeeded in purchasing their parks with help from ROC USA and over $2 million in financing from Rural LISC. As a result, they have been able to stabilize their housing costs, upgrade their communities and remain in the places they love.

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