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…

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…

Request for Proposals for grants in 2021 are now open.

Visit our website: www.gnhgreenfund.org for details.

We offer grant awards from $1,000 to $10,000 for environmental and public health initiatives in the Greater New Haven region (New Haven, Hamden, East Haven and Woodbridge).

The application is online and due by January 22, 2021 at 5:00 PM.

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

Consulte nuestra página web:

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

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…

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. …

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…

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. 

Topics…

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).…

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…

Access Health CT has extended its Open Enrollment period until January 15, 2021!!

Access Health CT is the state's official health insurance marketplace, where you can shop, compare and enroll in quality healthcare plans.  It is the only place where you can qualify for financial help to lower your costs, or be eligible for free or low-cost coverage through HUSKY Health (Medicaid/Children's…

 …

** OPEN POSITION ** 

PROGRAM DIRECTOR

- Full-time, 40 hours per week

- Monday – Friday, 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

- Occasional nights & weekends, some flexibility   

Downtown Evening Soup Kitchen (DESK)…

Opportunity Zones are a federal tax incentive intended to draw private investment to distressed neighborhoods. A year ago it was one of the hottest ideas around. A year later, the program is, as U.S. Rep. Jim Himes, D-4th District, said in a recent telephone interview, “in desperate need of tweaking.” …

Yale University offers exciting opportunities for achievement and growth in New Haven, Connecticut. Conveniently located between Boston and New York, New Haven is the creative capital of Connecticut with cultural resources that include three major museums, a critically-acclaimed repertory theater, state-of-the-art concert hall, and world-renowned schools of Architecture, Art, Drama, and Music.

General Purpose: 

Reporting to…

Tia Woods makes a breakfast during her night shift. She now has a mentor helping  her learn how to improve her business when she opens online. “What can I do better to make sure that my business doesn’t close again?” Woods asked herself. Photo: Yehyun Kim, CT Mirror.

If the state is to achieve an inclusive recovery…

CARE is looking to hire a part-time Community Health Worker to support participants in a virtual Diabetes Prevention Program. The CHW will help participants to address program barriers and challenges by providing health education, referrals to social services and clinical care, and general support/advocacy. Additionally, this role will help to develop program procedures, recruit and enroll participants, conduct regular home visits (remotely or in-person), and…