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Greetings from the Allston Brighton Health Collaborative!
This ABHC Listserv distributes information regarding public health and wellness interests of the Allston/Brighton communities.
See below for:
Allston Brighton Community Calendar - LINK
Community Updates
Resources and Trainings
Non-Profit Funding Opportunities - New Listings
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THIS WEEK ON THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Monday: Tai Chi Class
Tuesday: Tai Chi Class
Wednesday: ABCD Office Hours, Oak Square Farmers Market, AERONAUT Neighborhood Nights Allston
Thursday: Tai Chi Class, End of Summer Celebration & BBQ with Charlesview, Brighton Allston Improvement Association meeting
Friday: Toddler Yoga and Playgroup, City Hall To Go, Ed Portal Farmers Market, PSF Back to School Movie Night
Saturday: Free Academic Support
Sunday: Franklin Park from “A” to “Z”, Parkland Games
Click the Calendar link for upcoming events and ongoing opportunities
NEWLY ADDED TO THE COMMUNITY CALENDAR
September 9: Brazilian Independence Day Movie Screening
September 15: Monthly Networking Forum: Women's Cancer
September 18:Iron Tony 2016: World Record Indoor Triathelon Event
September 21: Allston Civic Association Monthly Meeting
October 18: “Beyond Equal Pay” with YW Boston and female City Councillors
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Community Updates:
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Council Demands Transition Support for Brighton Homeless Students
For most families, “back to school” means packing backpacks and checking bus routes. For the homeless families sheltered in Brighton motels, though, it means another year of wondering whether children will be there on the first day of school. This week, Councilor Annissa Essaibi-George chaired a public hearing to ensure those children arrive like everyone else.
“I want to hear BPS and the state are working to make sure every child will have a good first day,” she told a panel of City and state officials managing the transition of families out of the Charles River Motel. Only 15 families with 21 schoolchildren remain there after months of relocation, but the school year is fast approaching in September.
Homeless advocates noted that it could take up to a week and a half for BPS to provide bus service for its sheltered students, meaning many missed classes or extracurricular activities. Councilors demanded Boston Public Schools become more responsive to the needs of its nearly 4,000 homeless students. Missing even one day is unacceptable, and they deserve every single minute of their public education.
More on this story:
1). As school year looms, some homeless families face uncertainty
(Akilah Johnson, Boston Globe: August 17)
http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/08/16/school-year-looms-some-homeless-families- face-uncertainty/CQgkHADzMrcoXFhwGpThiL/story.html
2). Special Report: Homeless forced from motels deal with ‘chaos and anxiety’
(Dan Atkinson Tuesday, August 16)
Brighton Families out by Sept. 1
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/local_coverage/2016/08/special_report_homeless_forced_from_motels_deal_with_chaos_and_anxiety
3). Homelessness takes toll on schools (Kathleen McKiernan Saturday, August 06)
http://www.bostonherald.com/news/local_coverage/2016/08/homelessness_takes_toll_on_schools
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Elevated lead levels found at 6 more Boston school buildings
(Matt Rocheleau, Boston Globe: August 16)
http://www.bostonglobe.com/metro/2016/08/16/elevated-lead-levels-found-more-boston-school- buildings/UtO6rl0NrIaXEV9w1V8mYL/story.html
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Oak Square YMCA is Hiring!
Teen Director
This position is primarily responsible for representing the YMCA personally and in a professional manner in accordance with the mission and goals of the YMCA of Greater Boston. Under the leadership and direction of the Director of Youth Development & Sports, this position is also responsible for the planning and implementation of youth development and teen activities, ensuring that the program participants receive a quality experience which maintains health and safety as a priority. The programs should include informal, educational and recreational activities which are appropriate for each age and stage of development and support the Y's 3 focus areas; Youth Development, Healthy Living and Social Responsibility. This position is also responsible for the direct supervision of any Teen staff, partners and volunteers.
Associate Healthy Living Director
This position is primarily responsible for coordinating the staff that will engage with members on the wellness floor, through related activities, programs and events. The Associate Health & Wellness director works closely with the Health & Wellness Director to ensure prompt customer service and strong member engagement are carried out with consistency. The Associate Health and Wellness staff will report to the Health and Wellness Director. This position includes modeling professional behaviors, direct member service including training Y clients, leading small group training sessions and floor shift cover
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Help Stabilize Allston Brighton During Student Move-In
September 1st is this week and with that will come the students, moving trucks, and all kinds of discarded furniture. The Allston Brighton CDC has a long standing tradition of engaging residents around move in day, which falls on a Thursday this year. This situation presents some challenges so we are calling on YOU for help! Since students will be moving back on a Thursday and many of our friends, partners, colleagues and constituents will be busy with work and personal commitments, we have a few opportunities for you to be involved:
- We will be hitting the neighborhood with flyers, information sheets and bedbug stickers during the morning and evening hours on September 1st through Labor Day weekend. Whether you have a few minutes or a few hours to volunteer with us during this week of transition-it is important that we have a show of force in the neighborhood!
- Do you use BOS311? Would you like to learn how it works? We will be facilitating a BOS311 info session on Monday, August 29th at 6:00pm in our office-located at 20 Linden Street, Suite 288. This info session will provide you with the basic information on how to submit complaints/reports to the Mayor's Office, Public Works, ISD and other city departments via your mobile phone or home computer.
We are counting on YOU, our neighbors, to help us hand out materials, place bed bug stickers on abandoned mattresses/furniture, and log complaints in citizens connect to make this year's move in day as smooth as possible.
How to get involved: There are a few ways in which you can be an active participant in our 2016 Student Move-In Campaign:
1. Participate in the neighborhood walk with Allston Bright CDC -OR- pick up flyers and stickers from us directly (we can also drop them off to you) and distribute them at your convenience (such as during your nightly stroll)
2. Walk the neighborhood with Allston Brighton CDC staff and volunteers using the BOS:311 app -OR- submit complaints via BOS:311 and inform the CDC when a report has been submitted (send confirmation of reports to Desrosier@allstonbrightoncdc.org), that way we can follow up on requests that are made
3. Are you a part of an organization or company? Put together a team of volunteers and make a larger impact over a shorter period of time.
Please contact Desrosier@AllstonBrightonCDC.org if you are interested in volunteering, have questions, or would like more information.
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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.
Session Dates: June 20th - Sept 8th
Days & Time: Mondays and Thursday's 11am to 12:15pm
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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Applications are now available for the fall 2016 Harvard Ed Portal Mentoring Program!
Allston-Brighton youth and Gardner Pilot Academy students are invited to apply for free academic mentoring from a Harvard undergraduate.
Deadline: Thursday, September 8
Academic mentoring by Harvard undergraduates is available for Allston-Brighton youth and Gardner Pilot Academy students in the subject areas of math, science, writing, and the arts. New this fall: a variety of clubs will meet on specific days to focus on specific subjects including computer coding, cooking, and biotechnology in a group setting. Learn more on the Ed Portal's website.
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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
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: Sept. 28, Oct. 5, 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.
Harvard EdPortal Swim Scholarships
Thursday, September 1 at 7pm
7 scholarships for the swimming program and seven (7) scholarships for the diving program are available every fall and spring. Courses are offered for a variety of levels and are taught by members of the Harvard swimming and diving teams, under the supervision of the varsity coaching staff. The purpose of the school is to give individualized and small group instruction to participants. Learn more about the Harvard Swim School. Fall 2016 swimming and diving classes will meet on Saturday mornings from 9am-11am for four weeks: 9/10, 9/17, 9/24, and 10/1.
Eligible: Adults and children who are aged 5 and up who are Harvard Ed Portal members. Scholarships are awarded based on a lottery system of all applications received.
Where: Harvard University’s Blodgett Pool, located within the Murr Athletic Center, 65 N. Harvard St., Allston.
Cost: Upon notification of receipt of a scholarship, a $50 non-refundable program registration fee is required.
For more information, please email allston_...@harvard.edu or call 617-496-5022. Scholarships
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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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Home Visitor’s Training on Trauma, Domestic Violence, and Resilience
Friday September 9, September 16, and September 23, from 9:00 AM to 3 PM
(attendance to all 3 days is requested).In this interactive training providers will learn the ways trauma & violence can impact clients, their children, and staff, including the multiple forms of violence clients may experience in the home, the community, and systems. Providers will develop practical strategies to support resilience in clients and their children and learn ways to increase safety and well-being for both clients and staff. This free training is facilitated by the Boston Public Health Commission’s Defending Childhood Initiative and open to all community-embedded providers working with parents/caregivers, children and families.
727 Massachusetts Avenue, Community Rooms, Boston 02118
To register, please visit: https://www.surveymonkey.net/r/HVtrainingSept16. For more information, contact Bronwen White, Family Justice Center Training Coordinator, at BWh...@bphc.org or (617) 416-2699
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Fall 2016 COEC program
Introducing Expanded COEC Program! A two part 80-hour training program to meet state certification criteria.The next cycle starts Wednesday, September 7th! We encourage you or your staff to participate in this program to network, enhance your outreach skills and gain valuable information such as working with diverse population. The COEC Program is a two-part training program that covers core competencies community health workers need to provide effective community outreach and health education work in the community-based settings, hospital, community health centers, etc. The training encourages you to become proficient on a variety of health issues affecting diverse communities. (see attached sheets for more information) Call Luisa at 617-534-2432 if you have any questions regarding the COEC program.
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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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Free Kids Summer Lunches at Charles River Community Health
495 Western Avenue Brighton, MA 02135 from 11:30 AM to 12:00 PM.
We will be serving from July 5, 2016 to September 2, 2016.
Please spread the word and send children to the table which will be located at the patio next to the board room. No questions asked to receive the free lunch.
The YMCA of Greater Boston is working to make sure that no child goes hungry when school is closed this summer. While over 70% of Boston students receive free or reduced-price meals during the school year, many of these children do not get enough to eat when school is out. The USDA Summer Food Service Program (SFSP) ensures that all children continue to grow and learn during the summer. The YMCA recognizes the need for the program in Boston. Many children, who rely on school breakfast and lunch during the school year, do not have the energy they need during the summer. That’s where we come in, by providing nutritious meals and activities to keep kids nourished and engaged. Kids who get enough to eat and have safe activities to participate in during the summer are less likely to get into trouble. Our summer meals program is a building block in the community for healthy, happy kids who are ready to learn. The Summer Food Service Program for Children is a federally funded program operated nationally by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and administered by the MA Dept. of Education through Project Bread. The YMCA will sponsor and administer the serving of nutritious meals and snacks free to children up to the age of 18.
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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
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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:
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.
Yelp Foundation, 8/31/2016
Through the Yelp Foundation Gives Local contest, the public votes for organizations that address issues such as education, local economic development, and freedom of expression.
Eligible: Nonprofits. How it Works: Based on submissions, the foundation will choose three organizations in each of Yelp's U.S. markets to advance to the voting portion of the contest. The top vote-getter will receive a $5,000 grant. Second- and third-place winners will receive grants of $3,000 and $2,000, respectively
Unitarian Universalist Association of Congregations
9/15/2016
The Fund for a Just Society supports community organizing campaigns aimed at creating systemic change in the economic, social, and political structures that affect the lives of those who have been excluded from resources, power, and the right to determination. Eligible: Non-Unitarian Universalist groups in the US and Canada Awards: Up to $15,000 (most grants range from $6,000 to $8,000
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Allston Community Benefits Application For Projects Benefiting Boston's Allston Neighborhood
Sept. 21
As part of its agreement with the Boston Redevelopment Authority, the developer of the Icon residential development at 75 Brainerd Road, Allston, contributed $100,000 for the benefit of the surrounding neighborhood. Available to Massachusetts-based nonprofits (or organizations whose fiscal agents are local non-profits), these community benefits funds are intended for projects that make a positive impact on the Allston neighborhood or community.
Contact: Brian Norton (Brian....@Boston.gov)
http://www.bostonredevelopmentauthority.org/getattachment/c8df39b7-4e28-4024-aa57-c8f8464a0285
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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
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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