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Greetings from the Allston Brighton Health Collaborative!
See below for:
Allston Brighton Community Calendar - LINK
Community Updates - New Listings
Resources and Trainings - New Listings
Non-Profit Funding Opportunities - New Listings
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THIS WEEK ON THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Monday: Holiday
Tuesday: Compra de Vivienda 101, Free English Conversation Class, Street Talk: Making Buses Sexy
Wednesday: Civic Empowerment Forum, Toddler Playgroup, Oak Square Farmers Market, Free English Conversation Class, Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month With Chocolates, Roses and a Mammogram, Free English Conversation Class, Free Self-Defense Course
Thursday: Focus40 Open House, Compra de Vivienda 101, Brighton Allston Improvement Association meeting, Free English Conversation Class, I-90 Allston Interchange Improvement Project Taskforce Meeting
Friday: Toddler Yoga and Playgroup, Infant Playgroup, Ed Portal Farmers Market, Relax and Renew Yoga
Saturday: Free Academic Support, Free English Conversation Class, Tee Off for Oak Square, Meditation Drop-In, CelebrAsians Benefit Fashion Show, Book and CD Release Concert with Soprano and Writer Sandra Ferreira: We Are All In This Together
Sunday: OAKtober Fest, Free English Conversation Class
Click the Calendar link for upcoming events and ongoing opportunities
NEWLY ADDED TO THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Fridays: Relax and Renew Yoga
October 17, 19, 24: Celebrate Breast Cancer Awareness Month With Chocolates, Roses and a Mammogram
October 19: Teen Marijuana Use Forum
October 24: Public Hearing re: strategies for ensuring equity in marijuana licensing
October 25: Public Hearing Notice re: Massachusetts Single Payer Healthcare System
October 27: Defining Masculinity & Men's Health
October 28: Halloween Party
November 4: Brighton Main Streets Annual Gala
November 29: We Are Boston Gala
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Community Updates:
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Be a Homeownership Ambassador!
The All Bright Homeownership Program (ABHP) is an ABCDC initiative designed to preserve access to homeownership opportunities for families and individuals in Lower Allston. As an Ambassador, you will empower and educate your community in homeownership accessibility and advocate for owner occupied housing in your neighborhood. Joining the ABHP Ambassador team will be an excellent opportunity to get out into the community, meet your neighbors, and promote the importance of owner occupancy in Lower Allston. Ambassadors will receive several training opportunities throughout the initiative in leadership development (advocacy, canvassing, community outreach, and team building) and receive specific training focused on community development (What is the impact of increased owner-occupancy on neighborhood stabilization? Understand and effectively address problems of absentee and investor landlords, identify the connection of historical inequities to housing outcomes in Lower Allston).
Benefits of Being a Homeownership Ambassador:
- Attend homeownership training and other professional development events
- Opportunity to network with elected officials, community based organizations, and nonprofit professionals in the housing field
- Gain knowledge and experience in training, facilitation, and grassroots organizing
- Collaborate with a knowledgeable team of professionals
- Paid stipend of $15 per hour
Time Commitment: 5 hours per week, some nights and weekends. Availability each week from October through June is required
Application Instructions: Interested individuals should contact Jenna Connolly, Community Organizer at Connolly@allstonbrightoncdc.org or at (617) 787-3874 x210 by October 15th.
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ABCD NOC Winter Coat Drive - Looking for Host Sites!
The drive will be running throughout October and we will be accepting those donations or picking up donations from host sites between October 31st - November 3rd. We then plan to have our "Winter Coat Give-away" on November 3rd and 4th at our site in Oak square. Our office is happy to decorate/make a flyer/ and drop off the actual drop box. We accept donations of any size coats - especially adult coats since those are harder for us to get. In order to protect the dignity and promote confidence for our clients, we do ask that the coats be either new or good condition. We will also be accepting winter accessories: hats, gloves/mittens, scarves, winter pants, winter boots, hand warmers, etc.
Contact Kate Fahey with interest: kathryn.fahey@bostonabcd.org
BCYF/Jackson Mann Community Center Shortening Hours
As of October 1st, BCYF plans to change the hours of operation of the BCYF/Jackson Mann Community Center from 7 am to 10 pm to 2 pm to 9 pm. (This is a citywide change and will effect centers throughout the City of Boston).
Contact City Councilor Mark Ciommo at 617-635-3113 for more information.
The following programs will be affected:
- Preschool, serving families with children age 2.9 to 5 years old .. current hours of operation are from 7 am to 6 pm .. Monday through Friday
- Before-school, serving families with children age 5 to 12 years old .. current hours of operation are from 7 am to 9:20 am, Monday through Friday
- School age programming.. serving families with children age 5 to 12 years old .. this program includes the after-school program and the Vacation Weeks and Summer program that runs from 8 am to 6 pm … Monday through Friday
- Adult Education Program .. this program includes English as a Second Language and GED programs for adults aged 18 and up .. program runs Mon – Thurs 9 am to 9 pm
- Recreation Programs.. Run from 2 pm to 10 pm .. Monday through Friday and include Volleyball, Basketball, Soccer, Karate
Schedule a Re-Think your Drink Demonstration with the Allston Brighton Healthy Community Champions
The Allston Brighton Healthy Community Champions are looking for host sites to conduct their “Re-Think your Drink” sugary-beverage demonstrations. The demonstrations are FREE! To date, we have facilitated demonstrations at the Oak Square YMCA, the Charles River Community Health Center, the Gardener Pilot Academy and the Oak Square Farmer’s Market and have reached over 400 residents! We are hoping to book demonstrations for the remainder of the summer and into early fall. For more information, or to schedule a demonstration for your staff, participants/clients, please email Jason Desrosier at Desrosier@allstonbrightoncdc.org
YMCA Volunteer Opportunities
1) LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a national, free 12-week group exercise program that helps adult cancer survivors reclaim their health and well-being following a cancer diagnosis. With LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, Y's are helping cancer survivors in their communities get the physical activity, supportive relationships, and stress reduction they need to improve their quality of life.
2) CHILD WATCH ASSISTANCE
Morning Hours: Monday-Saturday 9AM-12PM
Evening Hours: Monday-Thursday 5PM-7:45PM
Volunteers must commit at least one day per week to be considered.
If you are interested in volunteering, please email Karina Teixeira at ktei...@ymcaboston.org
Charles River Community Health Mobile Market Looking for Volunteers
Help sort, bag and distribute the shares.
Volunteers would be needed between 1:30pm and 3:30pm, and they could help for the shift, or a portion thereof. If you are interested in helping out, please call 617-783-0500
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Resources and Trainings:
Brighton Library ESOL conversation program
Every Monday from 12:30 to 2:00 the Brighton Library at 40 Academy Hill Road is offering FREE English as a Second Language conversation program. An experienced ESOL educator will be running the conversation class.
Fall, 2016 Writer’s Workshop
The Women’s Table of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, will host a Writer’s Workshop for women starting in October, 2016. This six-week program inspires women to freely express their thoughts & feelings through writing.The fall series will be held on Thursday mornings, from 10:00-11:30 a.m., starting on October 13th and continuing through November 17th, 2016. Specific dates include: Oct. 13, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10 and 17. Each session is held in The Penthouse at the Motherhouse of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston, 637 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA. To register, please call Mary Rita Weschler at: 617-746-2056 or email: womens...@csjboston.org. There is no cost to this series, but a free-will offering is welcome!
Free Piano Lessons at PSF
PSF AND BOSTON COLLEGE MUSIC PROFESSOR, BARBARA GAWLICK
PRESENTS: INTRODUCTION TO PIANO AND KEYBOARD!
For kids ages 6-10
Saturday mornings beginning October 8, 2016 for 10 weeks From 12:00 pm-2:00 pm
At the Presentation School Foundation Community Center Lower Level, 640 Washington Street, Brighton
If your child is interested in learning the basics of piano/keyboard and can commit to attending weekly lessons and practice, then sign up for classes by Friday, Sept 30 by emailing breid@psf- inc.org with your child(ren’s) name and age. Space is limited! Only 10 slots available. First come, first serve!
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Learn Adult Hands - Only CPR
Boston EMS is offering Adult Hands-Only CPR instructional classes are available at no cost for groups of 15 or more. Classes are available in English, Spanish, Haitian Creole, Portuguese Creole, Cantonese, and Vietnamese. Note that this does not certify you in CPR. It is an instructional class only. For more information to schedule a class, contact Boston EMS Community Initiatives at 617-343-1029 or email communtyinitiatives@bostonems.org
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Kithara youth and adult guitar lessons at Josephine Fiorentino Community Center
To enroll contact: Misty Pisani – 617-782-2404
ESOL Classes at Josephine Fiorentino Community Center
In order to enroll call for an English test at the Harvard Ed. Portal with Jason: 617-496-5022.
Homework Help/After School at Josephine Fiorentino Community Center
Youth Coordinator and undergraduate student volunteers assist with mentoring and homework help. For more information and to register please contact: Tara Bonds at: 617-608-7363, tarabonds@charlesviewcommunity.org
Strong Women/Strong Girls at Josephine Fiorentino Community Center
A national mentoring program for girls 3rd – 5th grades, connecting them once a week with college mentors. For enrollment contact Tara Bonds – 617-608-7363, tarabonds@charlesviewcommunity.org.
Playgroups at Josephine Fiorentino Community Center
Allston/Brighton Family Nurturing Center of Massachusetts offers free playgroups for children ages 2 – 4, their younger siblings, and parents. Wednesdays - please contact: Elayne Baskin at 857-220-2641, Thursdays - bilingual (Spanish) please contact: Sylvia Toruno at 857-220-2629. Fridays – Laura Perras at 617-645-9795, Infant/Toddler, parent led, drop-in, yoga playgroup.
DREAM mentors
In partnership with Boston University this is a year-long mentoring program with college students and children. Registration is required and space is limited. Contact: Jo-Ann Barbour – 978-973-7830
Crossroads and Thresholds: Embracing the Second Half of Life
The Women’s Table of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Boston will host a four-week series for women, entitled, “Crossroads and Thresholds: Embracing the Second Half of Life.” This series will explore transitions and life stages in the second half of life. Participants will have time to reflect on their past, look at their present reality and future hopes, and to reclaim their personal gifts and experiences in a unique way. Each session will be held on Wednesday mornings, from 10:00-11:30 a.m. at the Sisters of St. Joseph Motherhouse, 637 Cambridge St., Brighton, MA. Specific dates include: Oct. 12 and Oct. 19, 2016. There is no charge for the series, but a free will donation is gratefully accepted.
To register, please contact Mary Rita Weschler at The Women’s Table, 617-746-2056 or via email, maryrita.weschler@csjboston.org.
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LIVESTRONG THIS FALL @ THE OAK SQUARE YMCA
Tuesday's and Thursday's 11am to 12:15pm, September 26th - December 15th
OAK SQUARE YMCA, 615 Washington St, Brighton
FREE PROGRAM. SPACES ARE LIMITED.
LIVESTRONG at the YMCA is a national, free 12-week group exercise program that helps adult cancer survivors reclaim their health and well-being following a cancer diagnosis. With LIVESTRONG at the YMCA, Y's are helping cancer survivors in their communities get the physical activity, supportive relationships, and stress reduction they need to improve their quality of life.
Registration Information:
Brighton & Allston Resident registration opens July 25th
Registration opens for all starting August 15th
If you are interested in registering, email Karina Teixeira, Director of Operations at ktei...@ymcaboston.org.
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Senior Save Applications Now Available
City announced that applications are now available for Seniors Save, a proactive program that helps income eligible seniors replace failing or inefficient heating systems before winter begins? Senior Saves is now being adopted as a permanent program, following a successful pilot program that began one year ago.
Applications for the Seniors Save program are currently available through the Boston Home Center (BHC), by visiting the Department of Neighborhood Development's website, or by contacting one of the BHC's partner senior agencies. To qualify, income-eligible seniors must be 60 years of age or older and must be the occupants of a residential one-to-four family property or condominium in the City of Boston. The program is open to seniors whose income does not exceed 80 percent of median family income, as determined by the US Department of Housing and Urban Development.
Eligible homeowners will receive a $3,500 grant towards upgrades to their heating systems. Any additional funding is available in the form of a zero percent interest, deferred loan, which will only be payable on the sale of the property, a refinance or transfer of the title. Once a senior citizen submits an application, BHC Construction Specialists will work with the homeowner on the scope of the project, and will help select a contractor from the BHC's pre-approved, licensed and insured contractor list. A BHC Construction Specialist will then oversee the work from start to finish.
To learn more about Seniors Save and to apply for the program residents are invited to contact (617) 635-HOME, or visit the Boston Home Center website: https://www.boston.gov/departments/neighborhood-development/how-join-seniors-save-program
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Is your home falling short on safety?
All rental units in Boston need to meet certain minimum requirements. Your apartment must:
- have functioning carbon monoxide and smoke detectors
- have heat, adequate exits, and toilets
- be free of defects that could harm renters
- be free of garbage and other waste, and
- have contact information for the property owner visible.
If your new home doesn’t measure up, let us know. Call 311, tweet @BOS311, or download the BOS:311 app to report problems and Inspectional Services will investigate.
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Staying Connected: Know Your Rights to Telephone Service
Did you know that some individuals and families may be eligible to have their land line telephone service – critical to health and safety for many people – protected even if they are behind on their bills? As with other types of utility service, healthcare providers play a critical role in helping consumers establish eligibility for these protections. Check out our new It Takes Two Guide for Patients and Providers.
Getting Special Formula to Kids Who Need It: An Overview
Did you know that many parents have a really hard time getting "special formula" for their medically vulnerable children with unique nutritional needs? Yet again, pediatricians have been placed at the center of a complex, high stakes administrative process that impacts the baby's short-term and long-term health, and the family's short-term and long-term budget and peace of mind. Learn more in our new It Takes Two Guide for Families and Providers.
DAPA, DACA and Immigrant Youth: What's Real?
Did you know that in June the United States Supreme Court ruled in United States v. Texas, affirming the lower court decisions blocking the Obama Administration's proposed DAPA (Deferred Action for Parents of Americans) and expanded DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals) programs? The individuals and families you serve still may be confused about the status of these proposed policies and whether new pathways to lawful immigration status exist. You can share our newly revised It Takes Two Guide for Patients and Providers.
Senior Citizen Property Tax Work- Off Abatement Program Extension
The tax work-off abatement law allows a city or town to establish a program giving property owners 60 years or older the opportunity to volunteer services to their city or town in exchange for a reduction in property tax. Applications are available at the city's Commission on Affairs of the Elderly and are due by August 1, 2016. dates. Interested older adults are encouraged to call the Commission on Affairs of the Elderly at 617-635-4366 for additional information and to request an application.
United Family Support Group at Jackson Mann Community Center
Support group for families and loved ones of alcoholics and addicts
Jackson-Man Community Center, 500 Cambridge St, Allston
Wednesday Nights, 7-8:30pm
United Family support groups are a safe haven for family members and loved ones of alcoholics and addicts. These meetings are facilitated by recovered addicts who will share their experiences and offer a solution to the family members who are affected by addiction. United Family was created to answer such questions as: Why do addicts use? Why do they relapse? What goes through their minds while in active addiction and also when removed from the substances? Loved ones often do not understand the addict, therefore not knowing how to address their underlying issues. Family members and loved ones suffer immensely due to the trauma they experience while supporting or living with an addict. Even when the addict gets sober, the family is left with painful emotional scars that sometimes never heal. We are here to provide a holistic program for loved ones who are emotionally damaged from the self-destruction of their addict. We cater to those who have been affected by addiction and have felt, and still feel, the emotional scars. We want loved ones to know that their happiness and mental stability does not need to be contingent on their addict being sober. We offer hope, support, and a solution. This meeting is solely for loved ones, it is closed to addicts and alcoholics.
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Apply for fall 2016 Allston-Brighton Scholars Program
Allston-Brighton residents ages 18 and older are invited to apply for a scholarship to the Harvard Extension School. Scholarships are available for any one course (with the exception of IEL courses) for noncredit, undergraduate, or graduate credit. For more information visit the Harvard Ed Portal's website.
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Boston Tuition-Free Community College Plan
Boston Public Schools Superintendent Tommy Chang and Mayor Martin J. Walsh launch the application for the tuition-free community college plan, which provides a cost-effective entry point into higher education for Boston's young people.
Please visit the link for more information http://www.bostonpublicschools.org/tuition-free-college
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CSA Share Available for Pick-Up at PSF!
Red Fire Farm offers a weekly farm share pick-up at Presentation School Foundation in Oak Square. Pick up pasture raised eggs, local fruit, fresh flowers, and organic produce every Thursday throughout the season. Contact Red Fire at thefa...@redfirefarm.com/ 413-467-7645.
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Join Anthony D'Isidoro's Community Notes Email List
Tony's weekly email includes Allston/Brighton community events and updates. Email Tony at anthony...@msn.com to join.
Community Compost Drop-Off: Brighton
Faneuil Gardens Apartments
Project Oscar is Boston’s first 24-hour community compost program. Named after the Sesame Street character, the Oscar compost bins provide members of the community with a place to drop off food waste and participate in an environmentally-friendly form of waste disposal.
More information at http://www.cityofboston.gov/food/compost.asp and os...@boston.gov
Behavioral Health Resource Guide listed on ABHC Website
This map allows users to search for a resource by service, location, or insurance
http://abhealthcollaborative.org/behavioral-health-resources/
ABCD Youth Empowerment Program 101
YEP is a free year-round career development program for youth ages 16-21. This comprehensive program with empower youth to discover what they would like their future to look like - and most importantly, how to get there. YEP operates in three phases over the course of a year. All three phases will include case management. Phase 2 includes a paid internship.
Limited space available.
Contact ABCD NOC
640 Washington St.
Brighton
617-903-3640
Boston Police Department District 14 CPS technicians will inspect and install car safety seats for free and by appointment.
Call today and make an appointment to have a child safety seat inspected or installed. Please provide as much advanced notice as possible. 617 343-4376
The Allston-Brighton Substance Abuse Task Force Youth Coalition is looking for new members!
The Allston-Brighton Youth Coalition (ABYC) is a group of youth 13-18 years old who live or go to school in Allston-Brighton. Through education and awareness programs, they prevent youth substance use Boston and their community. Members receive stipends and excellent peer leadership opportunities! To learn more, please contact abyouthcoalition@gmail.com or call 617-789-2140. Visit www.abdrugfree.org for more information. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0Bxe5QajDnHA2RS1yVFZxZ05IVXlURDlNX1ZwU01SUzZRbjA4/view?usp=sharing
Subsidized Hubway Memberships for low-income residents
For only $5/year, low-income residents in the City of Boston can rent a Hubway bike for up to 30 minutes each ride at no charge! With this special membership, a free helmet is also provided. The subsidy code can be obtained from the Boston Public Health Commission. Must be 17 years of age or older.
All seasons, except winter in Boston. Year-round in Cambridge. To see a map of the stations, visit http://www.thehubway.com/stations
More Info: To get the code, call 1-617-534-5690 and redeem it at TheHubway.com
Health Law Advocates offers free legal services to eligible healthcare consumers with regards to medical debt, health insurance claims, and more.
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ABCD Career Explorations Program is Seeking Applicants
ABCD Career Explorations provides year round programming to Boston residents, ages 16-21, through job placement, career development, and comprehensive job readiness services through one-on-one case management. Career Explorations offers in school and out of school youth the opportunity to receive basic skills and advanced training in high-demand career fields including building trades, culinary arts, early child care, and health and biotechnology. Through the program youth meet professionals from an array of occupations within each pathway, participate in workshops and field trips throughout Boston to enhance their career development. The Career Exploration staff also provide individual job counseling and assistance with the job search and application process in order to help link youth to jobs that match their interests.
The program includes a 14-week paid internship during the year’s curriculum and free certification for First Aid and CPR training.
Stop by the office to fill out an application in person: 200 Tremont St., Boston MA; hours are Monday-Friday from 9am – 5pm
More Info: Contact Mikayla at (617) 348-6654
Prescription Medication Drop-Off
Brighton Police Dept. D-14
Turn in your unused or expired medication for safe disposal; free, anonymous disposal available 24/7!
Brighton Child Care Center Now Enrolling
Franciscan Family Child Care Center at Franciscan Hospital for Children
Approved by the Mass Dept. of Early Ed and Care
• Open to the community
• Serves children 8 weeks to 6 years of age
• Open 7:00am to 5:30pm, Monday – Friday
• Full or Part Time enrollment available
• Meals and snacks are provided free of charge
• Vouchers Accepted
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Non-Profit Funding Opportunities:
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Harvard Allston Partnership Fund Request for Proposals
The 2016 grant cycle has launched and the Harvard Allston Partnership Fund Request for Proposals is now available on our website.
Deadline for applications is 5:00 PM on October 31, 2016.
[Learn more]
Contact Gerald Autler: Gerald.Autler@Boston.gov. 617.918.4438
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Allston Brighton/Boston College Community Fund - Fall 2016
Deadline for both grant applications is Friday, November 11th no later than 5:00pm.
$3,000 Project Grant Application
$50,000 Beautification Grant Application
will be available online on Friday, October 7th at www.bc.edu/neighborhood
Lawrence Foundation
11/1/2016
Types of support: operating grants, program grants, direct grants, program related investments. Causes: arts, culture, humanities; disaster relief; education; environment, animals; health; human services; income; international or foreign affairs; public benefit, society benefit; religion; science, technology; social science, public policy. Eligible: 501c3 nonprofits, public schools and libraries Awards: $5,000 to $25,000
Women's Independence Scholarship Program
No Deadline
For survivors of intimate partner abuse
The Bruce J. Heim Foundation
Monthly
The Bruce J. Heim Foundation was established in 1986 to provide financial assistance to causes that will help people, especially young people with potential for excellence in an area of interest. Programs should allow participants to achieve their full potential.
MassDevelopment, Apply Now
Commonwealth Places was created to activate new or distressed public places & community spaces. This opportunity mobilizes community members, residents and general supporters to make individual contributions while promoting their efforts to others. Eligible: Municipalities and non-profits in Massachusetts. Applicants can submit projects by applying for a Patronicity crowdfunding online donation campaign. Awards: Projects meeting fundraising goals can receive a matching grant from MassDevelopment of up to $50,000. Applications will be accepted until all funds have been disbursed.
TJX Foundation
Funding focus: Services to disadvantaged women, children and families. Funding Priorities: Basic, critical needs: food, shelter, clothing; lives free from domestic abuse; opportunities for youth; out-of-school-time programs; and workforce readiness for ages16-24.Eligible: Nonprofits Awards: TJX Foundation does not have a typical grant award range.
Just Energy Foundation
The Foundation invests in programs that align with Just Energy's values and supports community-based initiatives that enhance the quality of life in Just Energy's key operating markets towards building stronger and supportive communities. This includes grass roots initiatives dedicated to easing the burden of individuals and families in need. Eligible: Registered charities or non-profit organizations in the US and Canada Awards: $2500 to $50,000
Dick’s Sporting Goods
Rolling; minimum 90 day application review process
Description: DICK'S Sporting Goods Community Program proudly supports leagues, teams, athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts through thousands of youth sports and outdoor recreation organizations in communities surrounding their stores. Eligible: 501c3 nonprofits, youth sports teams and leagues, youth outdoor programs, athletes and outdoors enthusiasts Link: http://tinyurl.com/oa7y5
The Boston Foundation: The Vision Fund
Quarterly
Provides grants to support activities that advance the Boston Foundation's mission and generally have a total project budget of no more than $15,000.Eligible: Tax-exempt organizations, including fiscal agents, that primarily serve the people of Greater Boston. Awards: Up to $7,500.00 Link: http://tinyurl.com/mv4vp34
BCBS Massachusetts Foundation: Catalyst Fund
Rolling
Examples of supported activities: hiring a grant writer, technology enhancements (AEDs are not eligible), hosting community meetings for stakeholders and constituents, engaging in leadership development opportunities for staff or board members, and marketing or outreach materials. Requests for other types of capacity-building activities will be considered. Eligible: Massachusetts community health centers, clinics, mobile health units, and community-based organizations. Awards: One-year, non-renewable grants of up to $5,000. Link: http://tinyurl.com/lds6boy
Whole Foods Market
Each Whole Foods market actively seeks local community efforts to support. Each store donates food to area food banks and shelters. In addition, several times a year the stores hold Community Giving Days where 5% of that day's net sales are donated to a local nonprofit or educational organization. The groups that benefit from these 5% Days are as varied as the communities themselves. Team members also are constantly volunteering their time and expertise to an assortment of local nonprofits.
Eligible: 501c3 nonprofits or educational organizations
Link: http://tinyurl.com/7cxurak
Need Data for Your Grant Application?
The Boston Redevelopment Authority’s Research Division recently introduced a re-organized web interface to make it easier for visitors to search for and find research publications on the website. A new “Frequently Requested Information” page provides easy access to the most commonly sought statistics about Boston. Link: http://tinyurl.com/gws2b57
A Fundraising Success Checklist for Nonprofits
Nonprofit Tech for Good has compiled a comprehensive list of best practices, including strategic planning, websites, communications, new media, crowdfunding, content strategy, and much more at http://tinyurl.com/nc8fkha
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