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CONTACT: Ashley Etienne
February 28, 2011 202.606.6944; aetienne@cns.gov
Washington, DC—The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) today released a Notice of Federal Funding Opportunity (NOFO) for the 2011 grant competition of the Social Innovation Fund. Applications are due by 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time on Tuesday, April 12, 2011. “In its first year, the Social Innovation Fund has laid a sound foundation for improving the lives of thousands of people in low-income communities throughout the U.S.,” said Patrick Corvington, CEO of CNCS. “The second grant selection competition represents a critical next step toward demonstrating that the federal government – working in partnership with nonprofit organizations, private philanthropies, municipal governments and other key agents of change – can be an innovative and effective catalyst for tackling some of our most persistent social challenges.”
The Social Innovation Fund represents a new way of doing business for the federal government. Through an innovative public-private partnership, the Social Innovation Fund and selected local and national grantmakers co-invest in programs that increase the scale of community-based solutions that have evidence of real impact in three priority areas: youth development, economic opportunity or healthy futures. When the first round of grantmaking is completed in March, the Social Innovation Fund’s eleven 2010 grantees will have awarded nearly $100 million to approximately 150 innovative community-based non-profits organizations.
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In my role as a board member of the Alliance for Nonprofit Management, I would like to let you know about webinars that the Alliance is sponsoring. I think that you may find these useful and informative, especially if you are concerned about strengthening nonprofit capacity.
March 3: Helping Nonprofits Survive a Crisis with Kim Klein, widely regarded author of Reliable Fundraising in Unreliable Times, the 2010 McAdams Book Award Winner
March 24: Future Search Updated: Getting the Whole System in the Room for Vision, Commitment and Action-- A Webinar for Advanced Practitioners, with Marvin Weisbord and Sandra Janoff
March 29: Creating Networked Nonprofits, with Beth Kanter and Allison Fine, co-authors of The Networked Nonprofit, the 2010 Honorable Mention, McAdams Book Award
For complete descriptions and to register, visit our website at www.allianceonline.org .
All webinars are 90 minutes and occur at 2:00-3:30 PM US Eastern Standard Time on the dates listed above. Attendance is limited to the first 150 registered. Cost is $39 for Alliance members and $59 for non-members per webinar. For more information and to register, visit www.allianceonline.org, call 415.704.5058 or email info@allianceonline.org.
Yours,
Mike Burns, Partner,
BWB Solutions
A website is the cornerstone of a well-considered communications plan. It is often the first point of contact.
And you don't have to wait for a major site redesign to improve the way your website's written content serves those visitors. Ask yourself the following questions:
• How effectively does your site reflect your goals and mission?
• Is it compelling? Does it engage people and provide them with a call to action?
• Is the site's content current and easy to understand? Does it anticipate and answer users' questions?
If you have doubts, there are things you can do today to ensure your website content serves your mission. Some suggestions:
1. Create scannable copy. Short paragraphs, bulleted lists and sidebars present detailed information in a concise, easily digestible manner. Research shows that users read only about 20 percent of the words on a given page - and that they focus on information placed on the top and to the left of pages. So arrange your copy accordingly.
2. Use headings and subheads. Well-written headings and subheads serve several functions. They break up text into bite-size nuggets that can be read quickly. They outline what is to come. And they provide you with an opportunity to use the information-heavy words that improve search engine optimization(SEO) results.
3. Avoid jargon. Use simple, direct phrasing in your headings and copy. Plain language presented in a conversational, friendly tone will ensure your meaning is clear.
4. Use links in copy to drive the user deeper into your site. Make it easy for users to find related information and resources. Links placed in bulleted lists allow information to be readily accessed. If you embed links in a paragraph, save them for the end of sentences. Research indicates users are more likely to read information that appears before the link than after it.
5. Update and delete content often. Regularly refreshing your website's content encourages return visits and improves SEO.
Source: www.Embolden.com
Theta Epsilon Omega Chapter is offering a four-year scholarship, up to $4,000, to a graduating senior in the top third of his or her class. The applicant must verify acceptance to and attendance at an accredited post-secondary school or college, and reside in Greater New Haven.
Students applying must submit the following postmarked by April 22, 2011:
- Completed application (fillable form);
- An official transcript with ACT or SAT scores;
- A letter of recommendation from your guidance counselor AND a teacher of an academic subject;
- A typewritten autobiographical essay, minimum of 250 words and a maximum of 2 pages.
The entire application packet should be checked by your counselor.
Applicant must forward completed application packets to:
Theta Epsilon Omega Chapter
Attn: Scholarship Chairmen, Mrs. Thomas & Mrs. Grasty
P.O. Box 8298
New Haven, CT 06530
Click here for more information and to see past recipients of our scholarship program.
Please address all questions to scholarship@akanewhaven.org.
Source: http://www.caseyfamilyservices.org/resources/pubdetail/719/
The Annie E. Casey Foundation/Casey Family Services’ Professional Development and Learning Series is structured to help you and your organization get ahead by providing access to new skills and education that can expand your learning.
In 2011, the Learning Series continues to build on the Foundation’s approach to results accountability by offering training on how to introduce evidence-based practices into your agency programs. We believe a focus on implementing and adhering to evidence-based practice is a strong complement to our results framework, and will accelerate strengthening of local programs and services. We are seeing our emphasis on teaching results accountability starting to pay dividends as more New Haven nonprofits are moving to implement Results-based Accountability (RBA), and reporting improved understanding of program data and performance.
In addition to the training on evidence-based practice, other new topics include an intermediate session on writing federal grants, effective practices in case management, public policy advocacy, and a session on how to work effectively in teams. As you look through this catalog, we hope you see training opportunities that fit you and your organization.
In addition to our workshop series, we will continue the quarterly Lunch and Learn sessions.
Download the 2011 catalog of training sessions for nonprofit leaders (PDF).
All attendees must contact Roslyn Williams at rswilliams@aecf.org to register.
www.cfgnh.org
Applicants must be age 25 or younger (born on or after September 1, 1985) and be a U.S. or Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
In 2011, the five nominees will be rewarded with a community grant of $10,000, media coverage, and continued support from Do Something. The grand-prize winner will receive $100,000 during the live broadcast of the awards ceremony. All winners have the option of receiving $5,000 of their grant in the form of an educational scholarship.
Visit the Do Something Web site for complete program guidelines and information on the work of previous award winners.
Contact:
Link to Complete RFP
source: Foundation Center
East Rock Village is a nonprofit corporation founded to enable residents over the age of
50 in the East Rock neighborhoods of New Haven, Hamden and North Haven to obtain
the services they need in order to continue to live independently in their homes. The
services we offer include organized activities (social, educational, wellness and
volunteer) and referrals to vetted professional providers of health and home care services.
We are part of a national village movement. See www.eastrockvillage.org and
www.vtvnetwork.clubexpress.com.
We seek an executive director to lead the expansion of the organization –
its membership as well as its member services; to lead in creating a
stable base of financial support; and to assist the board in setting
priorities for the organization. We seek a leader with excellent
organizational and communication skills, entrepreneurial drive and the
capacity to work collaboratively with members, volunteers, board and
staff. The candidate will have the capacity to juggle multiple tasks and
will have relevant nonprofit experience, be familiar with the needs of an
aging population, have a demonstrated record of successful management
experience and sophisticated data based management skills. Empathy,
imagination, good judgment and a sense of humor are also qualities we
seek.
Responsibilities
Membership Services and Program
o Keep members’ need in the forefront and look strategically at
the possibility of improving and expanding services
o Oversee design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality
of programs and services
o Work with vendors to establish relationships of benefit to
members and the organization
o Recruit, vet and train a corps of volunteers, and manage
volunteers to carry out a variety of programs and functions
o Ensure that services are delivered in a timely and
satisfactory manner
o Maintain a working knowledge of developments and trends
in the field
Fundraising
o With the board, oversee fundraising planning and
implementation, including identifying resources, researching
funding sources, establishing strategies to approach funders,
submitting proposals and administering fundraising records
o With assistance from professionals or experienced
volunteers, oversee writing of grant proposals
Administration
o Hire and supervise paid staff and volunteers
o Maintain the office as the public face of the organization
o With the finance committee and accountant, recommend
yearly budget for board approval and prudently manage
resources in accordance with local, state and federal
regulations
o Maintain accounting and reporting systems and issue
regular financial reports to the board
o With finance committee establish policies and procedures to
safeguard the assets of the organization
o Maintain official records and documents
o With the president and secretary conduct official
correspondence and execute legal documents
Communications
o Assure the organization and its mission, programs and
services are consistently presented accurately and positively
o Oversee all communications including website content,
newsletter, press releases, annual reports, promotional
brochures, and other marketing materials
o Establish sound working relationships and cooperative
agreements with community groups and organizations
o Represent the programs and point of view of the organization
to agencies, organizations and the general public
Board Liaison
o Support operations and administration of the board by
attending and participating in board meetings
o With the board assure that the organization has a long-range
strategy which achieves its mission
o With the board develop job descriptions for board members,
provide regular training for the board and assist in board
recruitment and board evaluation
o Keep the board informed on the condition of the organization
and the factors influencing it
o Provide a self-evaluation to the board annually
Compensation and employment conditions
This is a full-time position with competitive salary and benefits.
We will, however, consider candidates who can make a case for a less
than full-time position. The contract will be for one year from date of
hire with a satisfactory assessment after three months.
To apply
Send your resume and a cover letter that addresses how your
skills and experience meet East Rock Village’s mission and needs,
together with names and contact information for three local references by
email to info@eastrockvillage.org (preferred) or by mail to: Search
Committee, East Rock Village, 291 Whitney Avenue, New Haven, CT
06511.
The International Festival of Arts & Ideas is pleased to announce its Winter/Spring 2011 Fellowship Program.
Specifically designed for high school juniors and seniors, the Fellowship Program provides exposure to careers in the arts, as high school students prepare to pursue college and/or enter the workforce. The program combines instruction in critical writing and nonprofit, with opportunities for job shadowing and hands-on work experience around Festival events. It is our belief that the arts contribute to the overall vitality and connectedness of our community and that exposure to the arts by our young people is especially critical to their future success.
Click here for program information and an application form. Given current funding, we are only able to offer the Fellowship to six (6) students for the Winter/Spring 2011 program.
For more information, contact Dawn Gibson-Brehon at dgibson-brehon@artidea.org, 203.815.2926/cell.
The Jewish Federation of Greater New Haven and United Way of Greater New Haven launched Neighbor-to-Neighbor LifeLine in the winter of 2009. Since then, Neighbor-to-Neighborhas raised $1.3 million to help meet emergency needs in Greater New Haven.
Neighbor to Neighbor applications for Greater New Haven are available at www.n2nlifeline.org, due at noon 2/2/11. Shoreline apps released 1/24/11
Fellow position for the Spring of 2011. The Sustainability Fellow position is designed to provide
hands-on experience for a recent college graduate with an interest in campus sustainability. The
selected candidate will be offered a unique opportunity to work in an innovative, internationally
recognized campus sustainability program with hands on, project based tasks. This position will be
based in the Office of Sustainability and will support the initiatives of various campus departments
working on collaborative projects.
The Fellow's two main responsibilities will be overseeing the logistics and outreach for the annual
Sustainability Summit and the logistics for the annual Spring Salvage.
Held in mid-April, the Summit is a weeklong series of sustainability-related events on campus. With
oversight from the Office of Sustainability, the fellow will coach various departments and student
groups on their events and develop cohesive outreach materials.
The Spring Salvage is an annual student move-out collection and donation program held during the
month of May. The Fellow will assist with hiring student workers, maintain good communications
with the recycling and facilities offices, and oversee scheduling and resource management during the
Salvage.
Office of Sustainability may request additional assistance on other projects as-needed.
Qualifications
Candidates must demonstrate solid research skills, a strong grasp of sustainability terms and
concepts, the ability to work independently, exceptional organizational skills, and the ability to
communicate his/her own ideas and proven leadership experience.
This position is paid and will provide the ambitious candidate with the opportunity to develop skills
which will enable him/her to be an effective sustainability leader.
Date of Fellowship: February - June 2010 (exact dates negotiable)
Hours per/wk: 40 hrs.
Please send resume and letter of interest to Nancy DiLella nancy.dilella@yale.edu no later than
January 26.
C.J. May
Recycling Coordinator
Yale University
www.yale.edu/recycling
<http://www.yale.edu/recycling>203-432-6852
Title: Program Officer for Grantmaking
Reports To: Director of Grants & Scholarships
Position Summary:
This position primarily supports several grantmaking processes. Other responsibilities include coordinating the capacity building program for nonprofits and contributing to the knowledge activities.
Core Responsibilities:
• Be part of, and support, a team of grantmaking professionals in the execution of department goals;
• Provide service to multiple Foundation audiences and communicate through various methods, including phone, email, and written communications;
• Review submitted proposals and provides written analyses for staff discussion and recommendation to the
Board of the Foundation;
• Communicate with grant applicants and grantees;
• Use state of the art technologies, including data entry into The Foundation’s relational database, FIMS;
• Collaborate with all Foundation staff members;
• Work on special projects;
• Stay informed about and follow up as necessary on grant related issues;
• Develop reports on issue areas;
• Participate in joint efforts and affinity groups of foundations and represent the Foundation professionally by responding to inquiries and attending meetings and conferences;
• Perform other duties as assigned.
The Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
• Strong and diverse experience in the nonprofit sector, a good understanding of how nonprofit organizations operate, and familiarity with community issues; experience in a nonprofit organization and/or as a grantseeker is preferred as is prior grantmaking experience;
• Strong analytical skills, critical thinking skills, ability to write clear, succinct, cohesive arguments under time pressure and make well-organized verbal presentations;
• The ability through analysis, questioning, informal research and site visits to understand the feasibility of submitted proposals;
• Ability to think creatively and strategically about the broad goals of The Foundation while remaining focused on the detail-oriented work and follow-through required by the position;
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment, with positive customer service expectations and with diverse populations and sense of community;
• Individual should be self-directed and a team player;
• Demonstrated ability to direct and participate in teams;
• A commitment to an inclusive environment;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Superior organizational skills and eagerness to multitask.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel;
• Masters degree preferred; and a minimum of five years of related experience.
Please submit letters of interest, resumes and other supportive documents via email to Denise Canning, Grants Manager, at dcanning@cfgnh.org by Friday, January 21, 2011.
The Community Foundation for Greater New Haven, the region's largest grantmaker and permanent charitable endowment, is seeking a qualified candidate for an entry level administrative assistant position in the Grantmaking 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 for applications is January 21, 2011.
Title: Administrative Assistant (AA)
Reports To: Director of Grants & Scholarships
Position Summary:
This position supports several grantmaking processes, as well as other responsibilities as assigned.
Core Responsibilities:
• The AA will be part of, and support, a team of grantmaking professionals in the execution of department goals;
• The AA will provide service to multiple Foundation audiences and communicate through various methods, including phone, email, and written communications;
• The AA will support internal and external meetings and events, including scheduling, attending, providing logistics, managing reservations, and recording, as required;
• The AA will use state of the art technologies, including data entry into The Foundation’s relational database, FIMS;
• The AA will be called upon for collaboration with all Foundation staff members;
• The AA will be assigned special projects;
• The AA will support the reception area accountabilities, as needed;
• The AA will provide administrative duties, as needed.
The Ideal Candidate will have the following qualifications:
• Demonstrated administrative and data entry skills and highly skilled in technology and office software including; Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel;
• College degree;
• Demonstrated experience working in a fast-paced environment, with positive customer service expectations and with diverse populations;
• Individual should be self-directed and a team player;
• Attention to detail, ability to track schedules, organize meetings, generate reports, and produce presentations;
• Demonstrated ability to direct and participate in teams;
• A commitment to an inclusive environment;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Superior organizational skills and eagerness to multitask.
Please submit letters of interest, resumes and other supportive documents via email to Denise Canning, Grants Manager, at dcanning@cfgnh.org by Friday, January 21, 2011.
Source: http://www.courant.com/business/hc-ct-virgin-mobile-free-wireless-pho20110105,0,264505.story
Virgin Mobile USA is offering free wireless phone service to more than 107,000 needy Connecticut residents.
Virgin's Assurance Wireless service is available to residents who already qualify for Medicaid, food stamps, Section 8 housing, or one of a dozen other state and federal support programs, officials say. Under the universal access program, recipients get a cell phone and 250 free minutes of wireless voice service a month, said Virgin Mobile spokesman Jack Pflanz.
Virgin Mobile USA is one of the prepaid wireless units of Sprint Nextel. With unemployment in Connecticut at 9.1 percent, "people need to be connected if for no other reason than to be able to apply for and obtain a new job," said Grace Boehm, director for Assurance Wireless. Pflanz said Virgin's universal cell phone access program is a continuation of one started in the 1980s during the Reagan administration which required the old phone companies to make landline service universally available to everyone, including the needy. Virgin's program, which began in four states several years ago, has since expanded to 19, including Connecticut. The estimate of the size of Assurance's Connecticut market is based on the number of residents qualified to receive food stamps, Pflanz said. Customers eligible for Assurance Wireless include those who participate in Medicaid (Title 19), Food Stamps/SNAP, State Administered General Assistance Program, Section 8 Housing, Aid to Families with Dependent Children, Child Care Certification, State Supplement to the Aged, Blind or Disabled, Supplemental Security Income (SSI), Connecticut Energy Assistance Program, Energy Assistance Program, State Appropriated Fuel Assistance Program, Refugee Program, Personal Care Assistance Program, Rental Assistance Program, Eligible Individual living on Native American Tribal Lands, Transition Child Care or ConnPACE.
Eligible residents can apply for Assurance Wireless by calling (toll-free) 800-395-2171, or visiting www.assurancewireless.com.
Source: http://www.courant.com/business/hc-ct-virgin-mobile-free-wireless-pho20110105,0,264505.story
Christian Community Action is currently recruiting for our Parent Leadership Training Institute (PLTI). PLTI enable parents and other members of the community to become leading advocates.
Attendees are offered three phases of training:
- a retreat on Saturday, January 22, 2011
- a nine week course on leadership, understanding personal history and its impact on perception
- a ten week study of politics, policy and media with a community project to practice your new skills within a community framework.
Classes are free and will be held on Tuesday evenings from 5:30- 9:00pm at St. Raphael's Hospital beginning January 25th, 2011. Children ages 5-12 may participate in the Children's Leadership Training Institute. Dinner is provided.
For more information or to fill out an application , please contact Merryl Eaton (203) 777-6072 or meaton@ccahelping.org.
Considerable variety of colors: black, blue, orange, camouflage, purple.
Most of the rolls are about 5' in width. Lengths vary between 300 - 800 yards long. Weighing approximately between 200- 500 lbs each. All told there are probably close to 15,000 yards of material. The material is mostly nylon.
Contact Ray Pagliaro: ray.pagliaro@snet.net or (203) 562-5601
