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City of New Haven RFP - Career Pathways - Apply by December 12th

The City of New Haven has allocated $8M in ARPA funding to launch a comprehensive “Career Pathways” initiative with goals like creating a vocational and technical academy as well as enhancing the training and entrepreneurial pipeline that guides New Haven residents through the process of attaining living wage careers in growing industry sectors.

The 2nd Request for Proposal (RFP) from the City of New Haven…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on November 14, 2023 at 6:47am — No Comments

The Prosperity Foundation - Call for SEC Grant Applications - Apply by Aug. 31st

SEC Grant Application
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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on August 1, 2023 at 4:39am — No Comments

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven Fund for Women & Girls Funding Opportunity - Apply by April 3!

The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven's Fund for Women and Girls has once again released its Pathways to Economic Security Grants. The focus of this funding is for nonprofit organizations serving women and organizations that support women entrepreneurs and business owners. Grants will range from $1,500 to $20,000. Apply by Monday, April 3, 2023. Please share with your networks! …

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on March 8, 2023 at 7:27am — No Comments

City of New Haven RFP - Youth Career Pathways - Strategic Planning & Project Management - Apply by Jan. 31 @11:00AM (EST)

City of New Haven RFP - Youth Career Pathways - Strategic Planning & Project Management 

Apply by Jan. 31 @11:00AM (EST)

The City of New Haven is committed to leveraging ARPA Phase 3 funds to enhance high-school age students’ and young adults’ workforce and entrepreneurial readiness, all leading to sustainable and well-paying careers. The purpose of this project is to strengthen career pathways available to New Haven’s high school…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on January 20, 2023 at 11:09am — No Comments

Jan. 20th The Alliance: The Voice of Community Nonprofits - Regional Legislative Meetings in New Haven & Middlesex Counties

The Alliance - New Haven & Middlesex Counites: Regional Legislative Session

Date: January 20, 2023

Time: 1:00-2:15pm, Zoom

Senator Martin Looney, Senate President is registered and expected to attend!

The Alliance invites community-based nonprofits to join this Friday, January 20 for the final Alliance Regional Legislative Meetings!…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on January 19, 2023 at 3:37am — No Comments

City of New Haven Releases Career Pathways RFP - Application Deadline - Nov. 15th

The City of New Haven is investing ARPA funds to enhance the career readiness for high-school age and young adult workforce, all leading to sustainable and well-paying careers. As one component of the Career Pathways strategy, this RFP seeks to provide funding to entities and organizations to develop or expand the infrastructure, programming, and wraparound…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on October 19, 2022 at 7:45am — No Comments

Greater New Haven Regional Labor Market Analysis RFP - Deadline - Friday, 10/28 by 5PM EST

Greater New Haven Regional Labor Market Analysis Request for Proposal (RFP)

Proposal Deadline: Friday, October 28, 2022



The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven (CFGNH) in partnership with Valley Community Foundation (VCF), and a cross-sector advisory group, seek to engage a research consultant with deep expertise in workforce development that centers racial and gender equity to conduct an in-depth…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on October 18, 2022 at 7:46am — No Comments

Perrin Family Foundation Seeks Manager of Operations & Manager of Strategy and Learning (Apply by August 22)

The New Haven based Perrin Family Foundation is seeking dynamic and experienced individuals to join their team as Manager of Operations and Manager of Strategy and Learning. 

Learn more about the positions and how to apply here:

https://www.perrinfamilyfoundation.org/join-our-team/

 

Priority consideration will be given to…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on August 2, 2022 at 9:23am — No Comments

2022 Connecticut Child Tax Rebate - Apply by July 31

ACT NOW! You may be eligible for a cash benefit of up to a maximum of $750 ($250 per child up to three children) from the child tax rebate.

You must apply between June 1 and July 31! 

  • Are you a Connecticut resident with one or more children ages 18 or under?  
  • Did you claim your children when you filed your federal tax return for 2021?  

 If you answered both questions with “YES,” you might be…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on June 3, 2022 at 2:58am — No Comments

Apply by June 6! The Nonprofit Management Cohort for Emerging Leaders of Color

Apply by June 6: The Nonprofit Management Cohort for Emerging Leaders of Color…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on May 12, 2022 at 5:44am — No Comments

United Way of Greater New Haven Releases Workforce Development RFP - Applications Due 3/31/2022

United Way of Greater New Haven Releases Workforce Development RFP

Applications due March 31, 2022

UWGNH is committed to helping all members of our community get on a path to financial stability. To achieve this goal, workforce development programs need to be able to address the unique needs of all job seekers. One way that agencies achieve this is through having access to unrestricted, flexible funds that can be used to enhance existing program dollars to help job…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on March 21, 2022 at 6:43am — No Comments

The Community Fund for Women & Girls Grant Opportunity: Pathways to Economic Security for Women - Apply by March 4th

Grant Opportunity: Pathways to Economic Security for Women



Funding now available for Greater New Haven nonprofit organizations serving women, and organizations that support women entrepreneurs and business…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on February 14, 2022 at 5:57am — No Comments

2022 State of the Connecticut Nonprofit Sector Survey - Complete by Jan. 30th

We need to hear from you! 2022 State of the Connecticut Nonprofit Sector Survey 



For almost two years, Connecticut’s nonprofits have been on the front lines of addressing the dual pandemics of COVID-19 and racism. And not only have they provided urgent support in this time of great need, but they have also continued the work of enriching and…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on January 20, 2022 at 3:00am — No Comments

Office of Workforce Strategy Launches Career ConneCT Funding Opportunity

The Office of Workforce Strategy (OWS) has launched CareerConneCT. CareerConneCT, OWS’s flagship initiative.

Career ConneCT will begin with a $62M investment aimed at getting people back to work in high-quality, in-demand, careers. For more information, please visit the CareerConneCT website linked here.  

Additionally, please visit the…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on January 4, 2022 at 10:10am — No Comments

State of CT's Office of Workforce Strategy Career ConneCT - Funding Info Sessions on Jan. 5 & Jan. 7, 2022

Hey GNH Community! The State of CT's Office of Workforce Strategy has received approval to launch CareerConneCT. The preliminary initiative is designed to directly support individuals affected by COVID-19 in returning to work through training programs that provide reskilling, upskilling, or next-skilling opportunities through industry-recognized credentials that create pathways to employment in high-quality in-demand careers. There is a $62 million available pool of funding, and the…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on December 22, 2021 at 4:19am — No Comments

Universal Health Care Foundation Seeks Racial Equity Consultant - Apply by Nov. 24

Universal Health Care Foundation of CT seeks a consultant to work with an engaged and collaborative board, currently comprised of 8 members, to define antiracism and scope milestones and a timeline for becoming antiracist in setting policy priorities and strategic direction; carrying out our grant-making role; and governance practices including recruitment, leadership development and retention of board members. Several new members will join the board in 2022. The staff is also engaged in a…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on November 12, 2021 at 5:15am — No Comments

APPLY TO CONNECTICUT’S PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES FOR FREE (NOVEMBER 15)

APPLY TO CONNECTICUT’S PUBLIC UNIVERSITIES FOR FREE NOVEMBER 15 CENTRAL, EASTERN, SOUTHERN, WESTERN, AND UCONN Submit your admission application on November 15, 2021 and select the Application Fee Free Day waiver for Connecticut Residents. This one-day-only special allows Connecticut high school seniors to apply to Connecticut’s public universities for free, with no required application payment. Students eligible for a fee waiver need not wait to apply on November 15.…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on November 3, 2021 at 4:12am — No Comments

Social Venture Partners-CT is Hiring for Two New Positions!

Social Venture Partners-CT is Hiring for Two New Positions!



In support of SVP’s work with the Office of Workforce Strategy, a team of the Office of the Governor that is responsible for coordinating all workforce development programs across the state of Connecticut, they are seeking to hire two full-time positions:



*The Director of Information Technology Workforce Development Strategy will be responsible for providing management support for…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on October 8, 2021 at 3:31am — No Comments

Don’t miss Five Frogs Brave, Bold Leadership for a Better Connecticut: Fall 2021 Leader Convenings

Five Frogs, the organization building a powerful movement of diverse, representative leaders working together for an equitable Connecticut, invites you to participate in Brave, Bold Leadership for a Better Connecticut Leader Convenings! Social impact leaders from across the nonprofit, public and private sectors are invited to join to connect, share ideas, and challenge and support each other.



These conversations focus on leading for racial equity, collective…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on October 5, 2021 at 1:55am — No Comments

United Way of Greater New Haven Invites You to Join Virtual Community Conversations on Employment & Income

UNITED WAY OF GREATER NEW HAVEN INVITES YOU TO JOIN VIRTUAL COMMUNITY CONVERSATIONS: EMPLOYMENT & INCOME

Your experience as a job seeker is wanted - whether you are currently looking for a job, you would like to advance your career, or if you’ve been hired and want to share your feedback on how to make the job search process more supportive, coordinated, and successful.



United Way of Greater New Haven is holding a series of…

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Added by Yolanda Caldera-Durant on September 22, 2021 at 2:36am — 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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