Every year, about 1,200 individuals who are released from prison come to  New Haven. Some are at the end of their sentence, while others are serving out criminal convictions in the community under the supervision  of parole or probation officers. When provided the right level of  support and opportunities, these ex-offenders can successfully become law-abiding and productive members of society. But a complex set of  factors make them highly vulnerable to relapsing to criminal activity and…

I’ve put together a series of short (two to four minute) video vignettes that will enable you to attend to your own leadership development whenever you need a break, are waiting in line, or have a few minutes of down time. Each of these videos will provide you with useful tools and techniques for developing a more present and creative mindset, so that you can see new possibilities, make connections, and increase your effectiveness.  My hope is that they…

Greetings!

The International Festival of Arts & Ideas is thrilled to announce that our Fellowship Program is now accepting applications for our 2014 session. We will be accepting 8-10 high school students to participate in this semester long experience. We would love your help in getting this …

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region's largest grantmaker and permanent charitable endowment, is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of Disbursements Associate for the Finance, Investments, Administration & Technology Department. The Community Foundation’s mission is to create positive and sustainable change in Greater New Haven by increasing the amount of and enhancing the impact of community philanthropy. The deadline to submit an application is…

Epilepsy Is Not A Mental Illness; It Is A Medical Condition - See OneWorld Blog Post & Videos http://oneworldpi.org/blog/archives/1743

WHAT CAUSES EPILEPSY? WHO IS AFFECTED? HOW IS IT DIAGNOSED AND TREATED? TEN TRUTHS ABOUT EPILEPSY!   We at OneWorld ask you to share this posting and encourage anyone you know who…

Support the Youth Day Project TODAY!

http://www.kickstarter.com/projects/1822415054/youth-day-connecticut-2014



Donate $5 and get an orange "I celebrate the talents of the youth wristband."



Donate $25 and get an "I celebrate the talents of the youth" mug.



Donate $50 and get an "I…

Yale University seeks placements from nonprofit and public sector agencies in the City of New Haven for the 2013 President's Public Service Fellowship. President Richard Levin created the Fellowship in 1994 as part of the University’s partnership with the City and citizens of New Haven.  More than 400 Yale University undergraduate, graduate, and professional students have contributed close to 200,000 hours of community service to New Haven nonprofit and public sector agencies as President’s…

JOB OPPORTUNITY

Adjunct Instructor

The Department of Public Policy seeks an adjunct instructor to teach Grantwriting and Fund Development for Nonprofit Organizations. This graduate course will be taught face-to-face in a classroom at the University of Connecticut Greater Hartford campus in the Spring semester 2014 (January 21-May 13, 2014). The course will be offered once a week in the evening (either 4pm-6:30pm or 6:30pm-9:00pm).…

The Elm Shakespeare Company seeks a savvy manager, dynamic educator, and passionate community representative as their next Education Director. Current programs are well established, but developing a comprehensive educational strategy to engage all New Haven communities is central to the Company on the verge of its 20th anniversary. Candidates of all backgrounds who combine the working knowledge of Shakespeare, personal belief in the transformative power of his work, and…

source: Maryland Nonprofit Blog

In response to the Washington Post article this weekend entitled:"Inside the hidden world of thefts, scams and phantom purchases at the nation’s nonprofits," I feel it’s…

The YoungArts Foundation is accepting application from  "...emerging artists (ages 15-18 or grades 10-12)." National Young Arts Foundation is an organization that provides serious training, mentorship and scholarship to youth artist in various disciplines. The accolades and awards are substantial and they have good list of alumni, Vanessa Williams, Kerry Washington and others who have become well known in their field. Refer to the link below for more information about the application…

Jacob Harold of GuideStar guest blogs about the over head myth for the Huffington Post: http://www.huffingtonpost.com/jacob-harold/charity-overhead_b_3964460.html 

He will be in New Haven on October 1, if you would like to ask him a question join us:…

Good Day To All,

Just a quick note on the cemetery ..... so many lovely pieces of art to view in the cemetery, not just the historical view. But now the change of season brings in another lovely view of the cemetery with the splendor of Autumn.

If interested in touring either e-mail p.b.i.newhaven@att.net or call 203.389.5403 - the website is…

The latest version of ANDI  (Arts, Nightlife, Dining, Info) for iPhone and Android has a new feature.  Share events with friends via Facebook and Twitter.

Have you been looking to boost capacity at your organization? Are you interested in becoming an Ally host site for the 2013-2014 year? Read on!

IRIS- Integrated Refugee & Immigrant Services (www.irisct.org) has an immediate opening for a part-time Development Director. IRIS is a vibrant nonprofit organization that welcomes and resettles approximately 200 refugees each year-- people fleeing persecution in their home countries who are invited to come to the United States. They come seeking safety, freedom, peace, and opportunities. IRIS is responsible for welcoming them warmly, helping them…

DIABETES EDUCATION – IT’S ABOUT HEALTH, QUALITY OF LIFE, LIMBS AND LONGEVITY

OneWorld Informs the Community that Inches and Pounds Matter

http://youtu.be/9YXTb22yPB8 Video link

A UConn study last year showed that 37 percent of Hartford's preschool children are obese or overweight.…

Dear Greater New Haven Community Team:

Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. said, “Lightning makes no sound until it strikes.”

In inspiration of the 50th Anniversary of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s I HAVE A DREAM speech on August 28th 1963, we are calling upon YOU – Dreamers, movers and shakers of New Haven – to join us in sparking a…