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News From The Coalition, Inc. |
Friday 27 February 2009 |
Volume 3, Number 23 |
The Coalition, Inc. Board of
Directors Gary R. Adams, President John E. Churchville, Treasurer Yvonne Haughton, Secretary Members: Josephine Blow, Patricia Coyne,
Stanley Daniels, Tom Henry,
Calvin Johnson, Angela
Mohammed, Abdul Malik Raheem Table of content For Our Children … 02 This Week … 08 Employment and Training
Opportunities … 13 Health Matters …18 Green Piece … 23 Grants, Scholarships &
Instruction… 26 SpotLight … 35 Arts for Awareness … 36 Coming Up …37 Computers and Technology … 39 A Hand Up … 41 On The Airways … 42 Page 02 If this publication is being
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change, there is nothing
you will try to hold on to. If
you are not afraid of dying,
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experience of the ages are
perpetuated by quotations… Benjamin Disraeli Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web
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to help organize the first
INTER-FAITH
COMMUNITY Page 07 To live anywhere in the world today
and be against equality because of
race or color is like living in Alaska
and being against snow. JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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We definitely need the help. ; ) (Rated ‘G’ Only) Page 09 HOME TRAINING n. colloq.,
Africak American. 1. The education,
instruction, or discipline of a person
in accepted mores or values. 2.
Possessing behavior that is reflective
of proper rearing. 3. Correct
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creation of God, I am also
obligated to realize and
remember that everyone
else and everything else
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educational life seems to
be directed toward making
of the child a being foreign
to itself, it must of
necessity produce
individuals foreign to one
another, and in everlasting
antagonism with each
other. Emma Goldman If you have a favorite
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unlearned - but it's still
nonsense... Benjamin
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short 77 years... that in the
end when you fight for a
desperate cause and have
good reasons to fight, you
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hurt, and dance like no one is
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than to judge; fitter for execution
than for counsel; and more fit for
new projects than for settled
business. page 29 We will be SpotLighting members
and organizations. If you wish to
have your organization spotlighted,
forward to us information on your
primary mission, your current
projects and/or how you would want
other members of The Coalition,
Inc. to be involved. Many of us are
already being a support to one
another, but there is plenty of room
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the stupid are cocksure and the
intelligent are full of doubt. page34 Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web
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Relating to money; monetary. 2.
Consisting of money. 3. Requiring
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Greetings Coalition Family! Although our initial intent was to have fewer sites for this year’s Week of Peace observation, it seems we will have more sites than last year’s number ten. We applaud those of you who have stepped up to offer your sites and participation in this annual event, which seems to have impacted the community positively. According to the Philadelphia Police Department, crime has been down during our events. All the credit goes to those local groups who put this thing together every year. There is still time if your group or organization wishes to be represented at one or more of the sites (to be listed in a future edition). Another autobiographical piece for Black History Month on page 14, check it out. Due to the length of some of the announcements, some will be detailed in our group The Coalition, Inc. Group as will be noted. Thank you for your continued support. We want to hear from you! The Coalition, Inc. website is open! This is our website, let us build it together! Let us know
what you think. "A hundred times every day I remind myself that my inner and outer life depend on
the labors of other men, living and dead, and that I must exert myself in order to give
in the same measure as I have received and am still receiving." Albert Einstein FOR OUR CHILDREN
Foster Parent (Philadelphia, Pennsylvania) Looking for single or married couples who do not have any children living in their home- ethnic diversity desired; must be MATURE---to work with older adolescent boys. The qualified applicants will be people who have their own home and have a heart for children; will be able to provide a safe, warm and supportive environment; must have a sense of humor; know how to laugh and have fun; must be of sound mind and judgment; must be able to attend monthly mandatory training and must be able to work with others. You will be the primary care-giver(s) responsible for the medical, educational, social and therapeutic needs of the youth living in your home. Potential applicants must be able to possess clean clearances; including criminal record check, child abuse and FBI clearances. All applicants must be able to attend monthly mandatory training. Applicant's schedule will need to be flexible enough to allow for accompanying youth to various weekly appointments. Location: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Compensation: $700.00 bi-weekly stipend This is a contract job. Reply to Email: job-1047091145@craigslist.org Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- In Philadelphia, and listed on the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, there are so many resources for families in need that it is sometimes overwhelming to cover many of the issues that our families face as we try to link families in need with the social service agencies that serve them. To help, under the Resource tab, http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/resources.html , we have added Cap4Kids Parent Questionnaires that you can post in your office, exam rooms, schools, and community centers to let families know what issues we can help them with in their community. Daniel R. Taylor, D.O., FAAP Assistant Professor Drexel University College of Medicine Director Community Pediatrics and Child Advocacy City Administrator Cap4Kids www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Front and Erie Philadelphia, PA 19134 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- JOB READINESS INTERNSHIP PROGRAMby American Cities Foundation. Sixty 11th & 12th grade students gain “job readiness” training, especially for the “Green Job” sector. Students will work two hours per day, four days/week Monday-Thursday. March 09, - May 01, 2009 American Cities Foundation also seeks businesses to host students. Cost to businesses is only the time spent mentoring. “This is a small investment cost for assisting with a program that will shape and develop a significant portion of the 21st century workforce, regardless of the industry of the business”, says Program Director Alexander Houston. Apply: 215-476-8091 ext. 112. Philadelphia GREEN SCHOOLS PROGRAM http://www.ase.org/section/program/greenschl/spirit/pennsylvania ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Last Call for Applications for INTERNATIONAL YOUNG ECO-HERO AWARD!!! Deadline for 2009 Applications February 28, 2009 Do you know a young environmentalist aged 8-16 who deserves to be recognized with a cash prize??? A young person you know could be a 2009 Eco-Hero! Guidelines and Applications available at http://www.actionfornature.org/eco-hero/index.html or by emailing awards@actionfornature.org Read about last year's winners at http://www.actionfornature.org/eco-hero/EcoHeroAwardsWinners2008.html ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Teen Tuesdays Parkway Central Library Video Game Day - March 3 Video Game Day features Wii, PlayStation 2 and GameCube. TEENS you can play Super Smash Bros. Melee, Guitar Hero, DDR and more!!! To join the Teen Advisory Committee or for more info about Teen Tuesdays, call or email me, Aurora Sanchez 215.686.5415 or sancheza@freelibrary.org
Teen Tuesdays Parkway Central Library 19th & Vine St 4th floor at 3:30
Aurora V. Sanchez Free Library of Philadelphia 1901 Vine Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 215.686.5415 (Teen Outreach and voicemail) 215.686.5372 (Teen Author Series) 215.686.3628 (f) ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Introducing the Official MWM "Lil Sistahs" Program A Powerful and Unique Sistahood for All Girls of African Descent Ages 7-18 Offering Sessions to Nurture, Protect, Guide, Support, and Raise Up the Spirit, Beauty, and Greatness of the "Mother of Civilization" (The Original Black Woman) and Her/Our Daughters Registration and Introduction Sessions will be taking place in Philly, New York, New Jersey, & Delaware during the months of February and March 2009 For more information e-mail: officialmwm@yahoo.com or tune into the "Nu Day Resurrection and Liberation" talk radio program each Saturday evening 10:30 PM-12 midnight EST www.bolgtalkradio.com/empresschi ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- City offers respite to parents of children with MH issues The Philadelphia Department of Behavioral Health is offering a children’s respite program for parents who have a child or children ages 6-16 receiving mental health services and who need a Saturday afternoon, a full day or an overnight off. There are two programs to choose from. A Saturday afternoon respite program is offered at Boys and Girls Clubs in four different areas of the city from noon-5pm. All participants receive a free membership to the Boys and Girls Club. The Family Care Respite Program matches children with an appropriate foster family who will provide weekend respite services. The respite families are trained, licensed and have all state required child serving clearances. Children can stay a full day, overnight or for the weekend. Pre-registration is required for both programs. To request additional information and a registration form call 215-685-4734 or 215-685-4746 or 215-685-5502. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM In Philadelphia there are many latchkey children, children without role models, sedentary children, and Generation I (internet) children spending hours in front of a screen (TV and/or computer). ALL of these children have hidden or untapped talents and potential. The After School Program handout www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia on Cap4Kids
http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/after_school_programs_camps.html lists hundreds of activities to help children and teens realize their potentials
and at the same time decrease their risk taking behaviors. From Squash to Tennis,
Horse Back Riding to Training for Marathons, Mural Art making to Music recording. The programs are many and the need is many. PLEASE help families in need find
specific activities that interest our children and use the Cap4Kids After School
handout to help bridge the gap between families in need and the social service
agencies that serve them. Thanks. Daniel R. Taylor, D.O., FAAP Assistant Professor Drexel University College of Medicine Director Community Pediatrics and Child Advocacy City Administrator Cap4Kids www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia St. Christopher's Hospital for Children Front and Erie Philadelphia, PA 19134 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- TAKE ACTION NOW! You Have Something On Your Mind?Being a teen isn’t easy these days. If you need someone to talk to about issues that are important to you... Visit a Youth of Promise Drop-In Counseling Center You can get on-the-spot advice from trained professionals who care and understand OR get information about other local counseling services. Also: Check out our After School Enrichment Program Enrolling Now!
Youth 10 – 16! · Get help with your homework · Learn conflict resolution skills · Receive adolescent healthy decision-making · Get counseling around issues important to you · Learn new computer skills · Have a nutritious dinner · Play games and have fun Turning the TideTaylor Tabernacle Church
425 So. 61st Street, 2nd Fl. Philadellphia, PA 19143 215.472.8628 -or- IDAAYMyers Recreational Center
5800 Kingsessing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19143 215.727.7060 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Familynet This program provides parents with access to Familet, a computer service that allows parents to track their children’s grades and test scores and to access educational resources. The program offers parents training on how to access and use these services. The School District of Philadelphia has arrangements with several computer dealers to offer parents who need a computer or internet access hardware and software at a discounted price. For more information call: 215.701.6507
Parenting: a tough Task! Confident Parents = Confident Kids Please join us to: · Learn and share, techniques for being a confident parent · Share your knowledge with other parents · Discuss your concerns · Listen to guest speakers on a variety of topics Some subjects and questions we will discuss and find answers to are:
When my child does …………. What do I do? Boundaries: Setting Limits – Establishing and enforcing family rules What is the difference between discipline and punishment? Forms of effective disciplineWhat is ADHD? How do I recognize a drug problem? Health care needs What is child abuse/neglect? Where do I go for help? How can I work effectively with my school to get my child’s needs met? YOU MAY HAVE THE ANSWER FOR ANOTHER PARENT EXPERIENCING A PROBLEM YOU’VE
ALREADY HAD. When: Thursday evenings 6 PM – 8 PM Where: Presbyterian Children’s’ Village 6517 Chester Avenue 19142 To register, or get more information, contact: Ms. Lauretta Keeys 215.730.2247 A light dinner will be served Tokens for transportation Child care for up to 2 children per family Bring a friend ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Online resources for parents: www.chestercountymoms.com, www.germantownavenueparents.com, www.norristownmom.com. This Week… Help us celebrate… Frederick Douglass’s 191st Birthday
? Date: Sat., February 28 ? Time: 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM ? Place: 2231 N. Broad Street African American United Fund Conference Center ? RSVP by calling 215.236.1878
Children aged 3-12 invited, games, refreshments served Special Guest Appearance by “Frederick Douglass” Youth Essay readings from Art and Education Program youth Cost: $5.00 (scholarships available)
Uptown Entertainment & Development Corp. African American United Fund ? Marcus Garvey Books
2227 N. Broad Street ? Philadelphia, PA 19132 215.236.1878 p ?215.236.9077 f Aissia Richardson, President African American United Fund 2227 N. Broad Street Philadelphia, PA 19132-4502 215.236.2100 p 215.236.9077 f "Change means movement. Movement means friction. Only in the frictionless vacuum
of a nonexistent abstract world can movement or change occur without that abrasive
friction of conflict." Saul Alinsky ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- FREE LEADERSHIP PROGRAM FOR MINORITY YOUNG WOMEN AGES 13-17 Sign Up for the Young Women’s LeadershipAcademy Six Saturdays from April 4, 2009 through May 9, 2009 9 am– 12 pm Students will be exposed to: Ø Training on Proper Hygiene and Etiquette Ø Training on Maintaining Good Health and Developing a Positive Attitude Ø Career Awareness and Job Etiquette Training Ø Sex Education Ø Rites of Passage Program GET YOUR APPLICATION ONLINE BY GOING TO www.eltainc.org Application Deadline: February 27, 2009 FREE MEAL AND TOKENS PROVIDED For additional information please call 215-552-8720 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 30th Annual Minority Health Conference: "Our World, Our Community: Building Bridges for Health Equality" Please join us for the Internet and satellite broadcast of the 11th Annual William T. Small, Jr. Keynote Lecture, by Barbara Wallace, Ph.D., professor of health education at Columbia University's Teachers College, on Friday, February 27, 2009 at 2pm-3:30pm EST. The lecture is the highlight of the 30th Annual UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health Minority Health Conference, presented by the School's Minority Student Caucus on that day. The broadcast will include a live call-in question-and-answer session with Dr. Wallace. For information about the broadcast (and the full day's Conference at UNC's William and Ida Friday Center for Continuing Education, in Chapel Hill), please visit www.minority.unc.edu/sph/minconf/2009/ (If you wish to attend in person, it may still be possible to register. If you will be in Berkeley, Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, or New Orleans, be sure to see below, "New This Year".) - Webcast information (Keynote Lecture only): www.minority.unc.edu/sph/minconf/2009/webcast/ - Satellite broadcast information (Keynote Lecture only): www.minority.unc.edu/sph/minconf/2009/satellite/ - Read viewer comments from past William T. Small, Jr. Keynote Lecture broadcasts: www.minority.unc.edu/sph/minconf/2007/webcast/WTSjrKeynoteComments2007.htm ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Colleges Set Asset Development Conference The Philadelphia Higher Education Network for Neighborhood Development, a consortium of 36 colleges and universities in the greater Philadelphia area, will hold its 2009 annual conference on Friday, February 27th at Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia. PHENND works to build the capacity of its member institutions to develop mutually beneficial, sustained, and democratic community-based service-learning partnerships. The consortium actively seeks to revitalize local communities and schools and foster civic responsibility among the region's colleges and universities. The theme of this year’s conference is financial asset development. The conference will cover topics such as Volunteer Income Tax Assistance, public benefits campaign, financial education and much more. All of these topics are things needed to help low-income communities become financially self-sufficient and the conference will focus on how colleges and universities can play a role in this process. The keynote speaker for the conference will be Karen Gross, President of Southern Vermont College. Gross has had a long and distinguished career as an academic and community development leader. For more than two decades, she was a Professor of Law at New York Law School where she specialized in consumer finance and over-indebtedness. In addition, she was, until recently, the President and CEO of an educational non-profit organization that designs, implements and studies programs to improve the financial literacy skills of consumers called The Coalition for Consumer Bankruptcy Debtor Education. Workshops to be held at the conference include Volunteer Income Tax Assistance in the Delaware Valley, Financial Education Opportunities at VITA Sites, Philadelphia Food Stamp Enrollment Campaign, Financial Education Clubs for College Campuses, Foreclosures in Philadelphia, The Benefit Bank & National Student Partnerships Model, and the Workforce Development Initiatives at the University of Pennsylvania. Registration fees range from $25 to $50. Click HERE for more information and registration. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- You’re Invited! Please join Rep. Babette Josephs for an information session about the economy and its impact on the state budget. STATE BUDGET INFORMATION SESSION With special guest, Sharon Ward, Director of the Pennsylvania Budget and Policy Center Wednesday, March 4, 2009 5:30 – 7:30 pm Community College of Philadelphia Center for Business and Industry 18th and Callowhill Lecture Hall, Room C-228 Philadelphia, PA Feel free to circulate this announcement. For additional information, please contact the office of State Representative Babette Josephs’ office at 215-893-1515. Ed Schwartz, Institute for the Study of Civic Values, 1218 Chestnut St., Rm. 702, Philadelphia, Pa. 19107 215-238-1434 edcivic@libertynet.org ISCV web site: http://www.iscv.org Also Check out http://www.phillyneighborhoods.org ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Advertise in the March edition of The Black Professionals News. Business card size ads are just $35.00!! Reach over 5000 readers per month. email earlharvey@aol.com for more information. Other business and social events listed in ‘The Coalition, Inc.’ group http://groups.google.com/group/coalition-the Host: Earl Harvey and Rhonda Yancy Every Last Friday of The Month Old School Mt. Airy Groove Party Location : PHILLY'S PLATINUM GRILLE Market Square Shopping Plaza 7719 Crittenden St. @ Mermaid Lane in Chestnut Hill Philadelphia, PA 19118 When: Friday, February 27th Time: 9:30 PM - 2 AM Phone: 215-247-2312 for information EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Philadelphia Youth Network WorkReady Summer Internships: Do you have a child, family member or friend who is or know a high school student? The City of Philadelphia will host Philadelphia high school students in part-time paid internships for six weeks over the summer. Please visit our website for program and application materials. Best Regards, The Office of Leadership Investment Stephanie Tipton Dominique Aubry Tara Mohr ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Nursing Program/free tuition If you know of anyone between 18-28 years old, interested in the Nursing field, University of the District of Columbia (UDC) is offering FREE tuition, FREE books, a $250 monthly stipend, and guaranteed job placement as a nurse at Providence Hospital upon graduation (it's a 3 year program) with a starting salary of $40,000. The program is recruiting new students now!! Please contact Ms. Beshon Smith (202) 266-5481 or email Bsmith@urbanalliance.org SHARE WITH SOMEONE WHETHER THEY CAN USE OR NOT. THEY JUST MIGHT KNOW SOMEONE WHO CAN! Janice Curington Assistant Dean for Multicultural Affairs and Advising E-mail: jcuring@sas.upenn.edu Phone: (215) 898-6341 FAX: (215) 573-2023 College of Arts and Sciences University of Pennsylvania 120 Cohen Hall 249 South 36th Street Philadelphia, PA 19104-6304 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site----- Free Auto Repair Training & Job Placement Assistance Philadelphia Automotive Training is now offering an opportunity to train with a NAPA CERTIFIED PROGRAM inside one of the Largest Independent Automobile Repair Shops in Philadelphia FREE 10 week Accelerated Auto Repair Training and Employment Placement to Philadelphia residents (male and female), 18 years or older. Must have a valid PA Driver's License. Upon completion of the course, Philadelphia Automotive Training will give graduates $2,500.00 worth of tools and a tool cart to get started in their new career. Unlimited opportunities to receive PA State & Enhanced Emissions License. Course information and outline available in our Google group at: For more information or to attend the Next Assessment Session Contact: Philadelphia Automotive Training 7446 Ogontz Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19138 215-805-1543 or 215-424-2331 philadelphiaautotraining@gmail.com BLACK HISTORY MONTH As promised, we are featuring bio’s and auto bio’s of local folk who made many sacrifices to challenge the
corrupt systems they encountered. A brief biography of Butch Cottman
Soldier, Scholar, Organizer, Planner, Issue analyst, Policy analyst &
fair judge of hunting dogs.
I am 65 years old, a graduate of Edison High School in Philadelphia. Class of 1962, a Regular army veteran of the war in
Southeast Asia (Airborne, Recon, Calvary) and the father of three fine, strapping, rowdy black women. Until I was eleven years old I was raised by family members in rural North Carolina and fully expected to spend my life as
a field hand, before moving to Philadelphia in the mid-nineteen fifties. The civil rights movement and black liberation movement changed all that by giving me a glimpse of how the world could
be remade according to the will of formerly powerless communities to permanently overthrow their oppressors. My
military experience gave me a glimpse of my usefulness in our struggle and a desperate need to serve suffering people. I have worked many years as a radical political, community & trade union organizer. I am absolutely committed to encouraging
and preparing the poor wherever I find them to understand, advocate, organize and govern in the best interests of their own
communities. I was active in the UAW at Strick Trailer Corporation in the mid sixties where the constant speed-ups and union leaderships’
subservience to management made working conditions brutal. As a union laborer I was active in organizing for the elections that ended the Federal trusteeship of ‘Laborers Local 332’ in the
late sixties. I was a member of ‘the Black Political Forum’ from 1970 until 1975. The BPF lead the movement for Black independent electoral
organizing in the Delaware valley. I was an organizer of the Black Political Convention in 1970. I was an associate of the United Progressives, as well as member of the Northwest Political Caucus and the Philadelphia
delegation to the Pennsylvania Black Assembly’ from 1971 through 1975. During this period I helped organize the independent electoral campaigns of Hardy Williams for Mayor, George McGovern for
President, David P. Richardson & John White Jr. for the State house of Representatives, George French for City Council, Ben
Johnson for the State Senate and Dorothy Perrine for the State House. I was a founding member of ‘the Black Political Cadre for Social Change’ and ‘Black Political Study for Social Change’ in 1975. I was involved in organizing the Philadelphia Black Political Conventions in 1979 & 1980. I was an organizer and
treasurer of the founding convention of the National Black Political Party in 1981 and a member of its Central Committee
in 1982 & 83. Through 1982 I served on the advisory committee of NARMIC (National Action
Research on the Military Industrial Complex) a project of the American Friends
Service Committee Because of lessons learned during this period I have worked on a number of projects involving the development of
principled leadership for the Black Community. I was the Delaware Valley Coordinator in 1983 for the twentieth Anniversary March on Washington DC were we
mobilized a delegation of twenty thousand. I was the last Chairperson of the Delaware Valley Housing Coalition in 1993/94 the coalition organized the collective advocacy
campaigns of homeless advocates and tenant organizations that confronted government and real estate interests regarding housing
for the poor. I am past President of the Board of Directors of the ‘Southwest Germantown
Neighborhood Partnership’ a community organization that represented the interests
of low & moderate income residents in community development planning &
development activity. I am a board member of The ‘Central Germantown Council’ which aspires to lead the revitalization of the central Germantown
business district, and a member of ‘Reconstruction’ CDC an ex-offender advocacy and membership support organization that
organizes and serves ex-offenders, their families and communities. I am a Co-founder Since 2006 of the Philadelphia Community Institute for Africana
Studies an archival, educational and research foundation created to retrieve,
preserve, analyze and share the history of progressive activism in the Delaware Valley
over the past fifty years in order to facilitate the development of principled leadership
for the Black Community. We aspire to consolidate the ‘Institute for African American
Development’ as a permanent source of leadership development and policy analysis
in the Philadelphia area. The focus of my work in every environment I have found myself has been the development of principled, independent leadership. I am an unrepentant Marxist-Leninist whose practice is primarily in the service of the Black poor. I hope this gives a useful picture of my political history and development. UNITE THE MANY TO DEFEAT THE FEW. BC 23 February 2009 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Juneteenth, or the "19th of June", recognizes June 19, 1865, in Galveston, TX, when Union General Gordon Granger announced freedom for all slaves in the Southwest. This was the last major vestige of slavery in the United States following the end of the Civil War. This occurred more than two and a half years after the Emancipation Proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln. Upon the reading of General Order #3 by General Granger, the former slaves celebrated jubilantly, establishing America's second Independence Day Celebration and the oldest African-American holiday observance. Juneteenth is now recognized as a state holiday or state holiday observance in Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Delaware, Idaho, Alaska, Iowa, California, Wyoming, Missouri, Connecticut, Illinois, Louisiana, New Jersey, New York, Colorado, Arkansas, Oregon, Kentucky, Michigan, New Mexico, Virginia, Washington, Tennessee, Massachusetts, North Carolina, West Virginia, South Carolina and Vermont. In 2003, the District of Columbia passed legislation to recognize Juneteenth as a district holiday observance. Many more states, including Utah, Alabama, South Dakota, Pennsylvania, Montana, Wisconsin and Maryland have recognized Juneteenth through state legislative resolutions, Gubernatorial Proclamations and current state holiday observance legislation. "Dr. Myers is also the leader of the National Juneteenth Holiday Campaign," states Wilma Newton. "We wlll have petitions available at the reception for everyone to send to President Barack Obama to make Juneteenth a National Holiday Observance in America. The public is invited to come out and be a part of history." For more information contact Wilma Newton at 918-781-9248, web site: www.JuneteenthOklahoma.com or e-mail: wilmablessingadmin@myapplemail.com . For information on the WASHINGTON JUNETEENTH 2009 National Holiday Observance and the National Juneteenth Holiday Campaign, call Dr. Myers at 662-247-3364, or 662-247-1471; e-mail: myersfound@aol.com web sites: www.Juneteenth.us , www.njclc.com , www.19thofJune.com and www.JuneteenthJazz.com. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web linkon The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- See BBC’s World Service Special “Story Of Africa”
http://www.bbc.co.uk/worldservice/specials/1624_story_of_africa/page2.shtml HEALTH MATTERS The Annual Wellness Breakfast for Men a community health resource organization, will host its signature event, The Annual Wellness Breakfast for Men, on Sunday, March 15th. The event, in its 11th year, is a gathering where men can discuss health conditions and treatments specific to them. A free breakfast will be served and expert speakers in urology, geriatrics, nutrition and complimentary medicine will be on site. HIV testing provided by BEBASHI as well as blood pressure and glucose screenings courtesy of Thomas Jefferson University Hospital Dept. of Community Health will also be available. The breakfast will take place from 9am-1pm at the Universal Institute Charter School, 1415 Catherine Street in South Philadelphia. Seating is limited. To register for this free event, go HERE or call 215-732-1372. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- The Center for Public Health Initiatives (CPHI), in collaboration with the Center for Health Equity Research and Promotion (CHERP), is launching our 2008/2009 speaker series -Unnatural Causes: Exploring Health Inequalities through the PBS Series (see schedule here). Each event within the series will include a viewing of a segment of the PBS documentary (read more about the series at www.unnaturalcauses.org) and a keynote speaker who will discuss the introduced topic. Wednesday, March 4th Irvine Auditorium, Amado Recital Room 3401 Spruce Street 4:00 – 5:30pm rsvp: cphi@pobox.upenn.edu Unnatural Causes Part 6: “Not Just a Paycheck” How does EMPLOYMENT POLICY and JOB INSECURITY affect our HEALTH? Join Dr. Ichiro Kawachi, a noted social epidemiologist who is featured in this episode, as he elaborates upon the public health consequences of unemployment in the United States. Keynote Speaker Ichiro Kawachi, MD Phd Professor of Social Epidemiology Chair of the Department of Society, Human Development and Health Harvard School of Public Health Senior Investigator, National Children’s Study, CHOP Study Center --- The Philadelphia School and Community Partnerships list (PSCIP@lists.cas.psu.edu) is comprised of school and community members in Philadelphia that work with health issues (mental and physical) as they relate to pests and pesticides. For more information about the PSCIP list, contact Michelle Niedermeier (mxn14@psu.edu) in the Penn State Philadelphia Outreach Center. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Climb the Tower Ready to be challenged? For over 38 million Americans suffering from chronic lung disease, just taking a single breath can be a challenge. The American Lung Association of Pennsylvania is hosting a one-day stair climb event. Participants will be going vertical in the Bell Atlantic Tower building in downtown Philadelphia. On Saturday morning, March 21st, participants will start just twenty seconds apart and scale 1,088 steps up. Once at the top, they will be able to enjoy a stunning view of the Philadelphia skyline and a party filled with great food, beverages, music and an awards ceremony. Join fellow ICON members in this event! Even if you are unable to participate, you can still help us raise funds here: http://www.mrsnv.com/evt/e01/team.jsp?id=2154&tid=1285 WHEN Saturday, 3/21/2009 7:30am Registration 8:30am Climb Begins WHERE Bell Atlantic Tower 1717 Arch Street ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Vegetarianism (101) For Beginners and Holistic Living Being a Vegetarian is, for many, an incredible life altering experience, a spiritually fulfilling journey, and way of life. While there is no one way to begin or to maintain this centuries old life style and discipline, there are of course many ways to help make the transition less difficult, more pleasurable, and a tool for further enlightenment. If you have thought about becoming a Vegetarian (no meat, but dairy, and/or poultry or no meat, dairy, or poultry), but did not know where to start, then we're got just the thing for you Vegetarianism and Holistic Living For Beginners Classes Now Available at: Pier 1 Cafe' located at 4505 Baltimore Ave. (Philly, PA) Starting February 24, 2009 6:30 - 8:30 P.M. Class Fee: $12.00 per session ($18.00 with great Vegetarian meal) Vegetarianism (101) For Beginners and Holistic Living Class Includes: How To Begin Types of Vegetarianism Fundamental Philosophies and Universal Concepts Process of Elimination What To Expect Breaking Food Related Habits, Addictions, & Adverse Programming Introduction into Whole and Natural Foods The Use of Vegetarianism for Weight Control Real and Generic Foods: Know The Difference Where and How To Purchase Foods Grains and Legumes Protein and Meat Alternatives Disease Caused by Eating Flesh Food Combination Basic Food Preparation Raising A Vegetarian Child Holistic/Healthier More Harmonious Living To register or for more information call: 267-636-3802 or e-mail: officialmwm@yahoo.com Additional classes ( Raw Foods, Alkaline Foods, Aromatherapy, Herbalogy, Natural Foods Cooking, and others) will be offered starting in March 2009 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AUSAR AUSET SOCIETY Presents Winter 2009 Classes & Workshops The Ausar Auset Society is a pan-African religious organization dedicated to the spiritual development and physical health of people of African descent. Teachings are based on the ancient Kamitic (Egyptian) systems of spiritual cultivation. CLASSES Meditation Fundamentals 11am – 12pm Learn how to master the basic techniques of meditation to improve your health, marriage, career, relationships, etc. This course instructs students on methods of tapping into the Indwelling Intelligence to make improvements in one’s character, health, wealth, social conditions, and general well being. Qi Cultivation: The Essence of Health & Healing 12pm – 1pm Everything you want to achieve in life requires energy. Goals often go unfulfilled due to lack of vitality. This class will teach the principles and practices for improving your physical health, which is the prerequisite for greater wealth and prosperity. Learn holistic, common sense approaches to improving your health and vitality including optimal diet, vitamin supplementation, and herbal formulas. Ebster Recreation Center 404 W. Trinity Place in downtown Decatur, GA (two blocks from the Decatur MARTA Station; free parking is available behind the police station) For registration and more information, call 678-701-8011 or e-mail us at aasatlanta@gmail.com ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- OLDER ADULT and SENIORS HEALTHY STRETCH Personal Trainer Stephanie G. Will host classes for older adults and seniors EVERY WEDNESDAY ~ 10am - 11am. FREE screening and educational information No matter how old you are, exercise can improve your quality of life and you don't have to spend a lot of time doing it to see and feel improvements. Older adults and seniors need to engage in cardio, strength training and flexibility exercises to stay healthy and maintain as much strength and functionality as possible. Location: Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church 5620 Wyalusing Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19131 Time: 10am - 11am
EVERY WEDNESDAY FREE screening and educational information. Questions please call the church at: 215-747-2600 Cost: $3.00 Contact: Raveena Media Group 267-386-8204 ext. 2 or
raveenamediagroup@gmail.com GREEN PIECE Win $5,000! Sustainable video competition
JustDoOne.org Invites Sustainable Living Ideas Deadline: March 1, 2009 JustDoOne.org www.justdoone.org/ , an online community for sustainable living, has issued a global call for personal green solutions. The Just Do One organization invites ideas for more sustainable living summarized in short YouTube-style videos. The organization will share the entries online, and the best video entry, as judged by an expert panel, will win $5,000. Video entries may be up to three minutes in length. Entries will be accepted until March 1, 2009. Winners will be announced April 1, 2009, in time for media coverage leading up to Earth Day. RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016128/videocontest For additional RFPs in Environment, visit: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_environment.jhtml ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- GREEN VIBRANT PHILLY NEIGHBORHOODS: What to do In Your Community, March 19, 2009 6pm Academy of Natural Sciences, 19th & Pkwy ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- FREE COMMUNITY ENERGY CONSERVATION WORKSHOPS March 21st and April 18th 8:30am-1pm. "Expert advice + free energy kit (efficient light bulbs, shower heads, weather-stripping, etc). Stay warmer this winter, help the environment, prepare for the expiration of PECO's rate caps! PECO Financial Education Center, 4027 Market St. Register: Shawn McGeth at 215-307-4917. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- WOULD YOU LIKE TO SERVE ON THE NEW COMMISSION ON PARKS AND RECREATION? YOU MUST APPLY BY MARCH 9, 2009 On November 4, 2008, the voters of Philadelphia approved an amendment to the Philadelphia Home Rule Charter to create a new unified Department of Parks and Recreation. On July 1, 2009, the new Department will be established, the Fairmount Park Commission will cease to exist, and a Commission on Parks and Recreation will be created, with new and substantial responsibilities. Mayor Nutter will make the appointments from a list of nominees submitted by City Council after a public hearing at which all applicants will have a chance to speak. You must submit an Application by March 9 to be considered. http://www.phila.gov/pdfs/Application_Serve_Parks_And_Recreation_Commission.pdf for a PDF version of the Application. http://www.phila.gov/pdfs/park_and_Rec_Commission_app.doc to download a Microsoft Word version of the Application onto your computer. You can then complete the Application on your computer before submitting it. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- BIOPHILIA WORKSHOP for LIFE SCIENCE EDUCATORS In April (science teacher high school or college). To apply: resume + 2-3 paragraphs on reasons for wanting to take this course. Course limited to 10 participants. Stipend. Apply: babaianc@bucks.edu by March 15, 2009 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- GREATER PHILADELPHIA SUSTAINABLE BUSINESS NETWORK ISSUES 2009 DIRECTORY "10,000 copies of our biggest and best directory ever. They are a great resource for both business people and consumers." We are happy to supply you with Member Directories! To make a request, call Rowan Spivey, Membership Coordinator at 215-922-7400 ext. 3# or send an e- mail to rowan@sbnphiladelphia.org. Please tell her how many directories you want (they come in boxes of 100) and whether you can pick them up at the office. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Green Economy House of Umoja Green Peace Project Program Overview: The HOU program is designed to encourage at-risk youths to engage in civic and
entrepreneurial activities that provide exposure to the principles of a green economy.
The “Green Peace Project” promotes an environment that demonstrably shows the
correlation between; preservation and responsibility; and economic development and
community esteem. The program seeks as a mission to establish a multitude of
gardens throughout the city of Philadelphia, utilizing discarded or dysfunctional
space. The land is cultivated and developed to yield marketable provisions and
provide communities healthy options. The gardens include seating areas and
sculptured universal peace symbols to provide communities with peaceful
eco-friendly space. The program advances the proposition of using
community-connectivity to spur economic growth and progress. Goals: The three-month series teaches participants; the study of pedology; the tenets of
agriculture; entrepreneurial dexterity; and community prosperity. Participants will
gain knowledge in self-sufficiency, self-determination, ethics and business. Facts: Urban Agriculture 50% of the world’s population lives in cities. 800 million people are involved in urban agriculture worldwide and contribute to
feeding urban residents. Low-income urban dwellers spend between 40% and 60% of their income on food
each year. By 2015 about 26 cities in the world are expected to have a population of 10 million or
more. To feed a city of this size – at least 6000 tons of food must be imported each
day. Contact House Of Umoja 215.473.5892 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Phillyhttp://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION AFRICAN AMERICAN STUDENTS ARE NOT APPLYING FOR SCHOLARSHIPS Even if you do not have a college-aged child at home, please share this with someone who does, pass this scholarship information on to anyone and everyone that comes to mind. Though there are a number of companies and organizations that have donated moneys for scholarship use to African Americans, a great deal of the money is being returned because of a lack of interest. No one is going to knock on our doors and ask if we can use a scholarship. Take the initiative to get your children involved. There is no need for money to be returned to donating companies because we fail to apply for it. Please pass this information on to family members, nieces, nephews, and friends with children etc. We must get the word out that money is available. If you are a college student or getting ready to become one, you probably already know how useful additional money can be. Our youth really could use these scholarships. Thanks!! For a list of scholarships please visit our group ‘The Coalition, Inc.’ http://groups.google.com/group/coalition-the ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- ReStore Retail Grants Deadline Friday, February 27, 2009. Application available only from The Merchants Fund. www.merchantsfund.org CLICK HERE The goal of this funding is to assist with capital costs of fitting out and equipping interior spaces for new and upgraded retail uses consistent with strategy of the neighborhood commercial corridors. * Make corridors more welcoming places to spend time and money * Support effective corridor management organizations * Focus planning and data analysis on strengthening the economic viability of corridors. * Align and leverage community economic development resources. * Develop a system to attract and retain businesses on corridors. Core Requirements: Preference shall be given to those projects that meet the following criteria, as determined by TMF: * Desirability of type of business, as indicated by corridor strategy or community plan (required); * Demonstrated financial need (required); * Substantial job creation or maintenance notably for ex-offenders, welfare-to-work clients, new college graduates looking to settle in Philadelphia; * Supporting start-up or expansion of disadvantaged businesses; * Blight elimination; * Pedestrian-oriented design which conforms to existing CDC design criteria including respect for historic building attributes; * Demonstrable involvement of minority, women and disabled business owners, suppliers and/or contractors (MWDBE); * The potential for the business to succeed as demonstrated by past performance (existing business) or the business plan (new business); * The potential to enhance foot traffic and commerce for co-located businesses on the corridor-a keystone business; * Enhancement of a heritage business- a family-owned and operated company which is committed to the next generation and a renewed business paradigm for the 21st Century; * Demonstration of an e-commerce strategy where applicable; * Sustainable, green strategies, sensitivity and commitment: diminished waste or pollution, better use of energy, local sourcing, recycled products, recycled building products, etc; * Each business model will be tested for viability against appropriate industry standards. The Enterprise Center | 4548 Market Street | Philadelphia | PA | 19139 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Asociacion Puertorriqueno en Marcha holds annual leadership luncheon Asociacion Puertorriqueno en Marcha will hold its 2009 Leadership Luncheon on Monday, March 2nd. Join leaders in the areas of health, human services and community development as APM shares its 2008 Annual Report and vision for the future. The luncheon will take place from 12 noon- 1:30pm at Tierra Colombiana Restaurant, 4535 N. 5th Street, Philadelphia. RSVP by email or call 267-296-7370. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Local Church Seeks Proposals to Fund Community Projects Do you or your organization have an idea how to help your neighbors in these difficult economic times but need a small grant to get your idea moving? First United Methodist Church of Germantown (FUMCOG) is looking to support projects that promote social justice and peace in the local community. By setting aside our Easter offering, we hope to award several small grants of a few hundred to a few thousand dollars to help facilitate worthy community endeavors. All proposals are welcome and are reviewed by a committee of church members. Selection criteria in awarding grants include the size of the population to be served, the nature of the services provided, and expected benefits to the community. Grants from previous Easter and Christmas collections have been awarded on a nondenominational basis to a diverse group of applicants for a wide variety of causes. Monies from the recent Christmas Collection were used to: assist home repairs for senior citizens, support breast health in underserved neighborhoods, help address the racial achievement gap in the city, and to help promote healthier eating in some of the Philadelphia schools. Application forms can be obtained by calling the office of First United Methodist Church of Germantown at (215) 438-3677, or request a form online at WWW.FUMCOG.org For consideration, completed proposals must be returned to the church office at 6001 Germantown Ave., no later than Friday, March 13, 2009. Organizations with non-profit tax-exempt status should include a copy of their 501-3c certification. Recipients will be notified of their selection by April 3rd. Funds should be awarded by early May. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 2009 NIH Regional Seminars on Program Funding and Grants Administration The National Institutes of Health (NIH) would like to inform you of an exciting opportunity to participate in the 2009 NIH Regional Seminars on Program Funding and Grants Administration. These seminars are held only twice a year and are intended to help demystify the application and review process, clarify federal regulations and policies, and highlight current areas of special interest or concern. Approximately 25 leading policy, program, and grants management officials from NIH and HHS will share their expertise and guidance.
In conjunction with the 2-day seminar, the NIH is offering attendees the option of participating in eRA Computer Workshops designed to provide hands-on experience in utilizing the eRA Commons for administrators and investigators. The workshops are geared towards administrators, principal investigators and assistants with little or no eSubmission or eRA Commons experience and focus on how to use the electronic systems to facilitate application/grant administration. However, space is limited. If you miss out on the opportunity to attend the workshops, don't fret...eRA staff will be on hand throughout the 2-day seminar at the eRA booth, during breaks & meals, and much of the material will be presented as part of the seminar itself. Early registration is highly recommended. Except for a visit to NIH, there is not another opportunity like the NIH Regional Seminars to interact with this many experts, ready to provide you with the latest policy and process news first-hand. Details available: ‘The Coalition, Inc.’ group http://groups.google.com/group/coalition-the ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- PCDC presents How to recession proof your business with smart marketing! Are you tired of hearing about the recession? Fewer openings, more layoffs and everyone wants more for less. This is a perfect time to get smart about your marketing and recession proof your business. Small Business Expert Melinda Emerson will help you learn sure-fire ways to boost your business in a recession. This veteran entrepreneur knows exactly what you go through every day as the owner of a small business. Hundreds of small business owners have grown their businesses based on her proven coaching techniques. She’ll discuss how to build the case for why you're important to your current clients -- and to build your bridge to the next niche opportunity. Wednesday, March 4, 2009 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. 1441 Sansom Street, Suite 300 Develop a MARKETING Plan that Works Without an effective marketing plan, your business will fail in a struggling economy. Learn an easy-to-implement formula to put together a plan that works so you can reach your business goals. Fastest way to generate business now! · Simple formula to create a rock solid marketing plan · The best way to market to your favorite type of client. · The 3 components of any sale. · The #1 most important piece of the sales process. · Exactly where to find people who want to do business with you. · WHO WILL BENEFIT FROM THIS WORKSHOP? Business owners and solo entrepreneurs who want to learn how to succeed in a rough economy or want to move to the next level of success. To register, contact 215-790-5000 or e-mail events@pcdc1.com by Monday, March 2, 2009. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Faith Institute of Entrepreneurship YOUTH TRAINERS NEWSLETTER Grant Alert, February, 2009 Things are heating up. With the expected passage of the economic stimulus plan, grant activity and non-profit funding opportunities will fan the flame even more. Our President has acknowledged the need for non-profit and faith based organizations to assist the Federal Government in changing and saving lives. This is a grant alert edition because the grants below are vital for training youth and adults, and these grants are due this month. If you do not have a grant writer, join us on February 28, 2009 (see information below) for grant writing and fundraising training. If you know of other organizations that would benefit from this newsletter, send them a copy. For more grants and additional grant information call us at (301) 574-2226. D. Harold Greene Faith Institute of Entrepreneurship, Inc. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- The Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Pennsylvania Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program The Department of Environmental Protection (Department) announces an upcoming grant opportunity for small businesses undertaking energy efficiency projects. The Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program provides a 25% matching grant, to a maximum award of $25,000, to enable a small business in this Commonwealth to purchase and install energy efficient equipment or processes that will result in improved energy efficiency. An eligible applicant must be an independent for-profit small business with 100 employees or less whose business or facility is located within this Commonwealth. Examples of small businesses in this Commonwealth that are eligible include manufacturers, retailers, service providers, mining businesses and agricultural operations. The project to which the grant will apply must save the small business at least 20% annually in energy related expenses with a minimum dollar savings of at least $1,000 per year. Only project costs incurred after the grant opening date of January 12, 2009, will be eligible. For questions regarding the eligibility of projects, visit the grant's web site at www.depweb.state.pa.us CLICK HERE (DEP Keyword: Small Business Energy Efficiency Grant Program) or contact Dave Barnes, Office of Energy and Technology Deployment, Small Business Ombudsman's Office at (717) 783-84111 or ra-bgrants@state.pa.us before submitting an application. For assistance in submitting an application, persons may also contact the Small Business Development Center's Environmental Management Assistance Program, EMAP, at www.askemap.orgCLICK HERE or (877) 275-3627 or the Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program, PennTAP, at www.penntap.psu.edu or CLICK HERE or (814) 865-0427. The grant application and guideline package are available on the Department's web site at www.depweb.state.pa.us CLICK HERE (DEP Keyword: Small Business Energy Efficiency). The application package contains the materials and instructions necessary for applying for a grant. Applications will also be available by contacting the Department of Environmental Protection, Office of Energy and Technology Deployment, 15th Floor, Rachel Carson State Office Building, 400 Market Street, P. O. Box 8772, Harrisburg, PA 17105-8772 or (717) 783-8411. The Department began accepting applications on January 12, 2009, and applications
must be postmarked or hand delivered to the Department betfore May 1, 2009. Grants
will be awarded to eligible applicants on a first-come, first-served basis. A total of $3
million is available for this grant round. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Self-Empowering Job Readiness Workshops You've given your students/clients the knowledge and skills. The question now becomes- "Can they SELL themselves?" We're pleased to announce that Love Movement Video has added a 5th "Self Empowerment" workshop. Our "Job Readiness' workshop focuses on the following goals for the participants A. To feel more comfortable and confident while job hunting
B. Learning how to develop a career C. Incorporating video technology in job searches D. Developing Positive life Skills The interactive workshops consist of: Lecture Handouts Practicing Techniques Video Taping Mock Interviews Topics covered in workshops:
-Reading the want ads -Dressing for success -Setting up Interviews -Interviewing -Frequently asked questions -Body Language -Managing work expenses -Sales and selling yourself -Creating your own niche For info on the other available workshops click the link http://www.lovemovementvideo.com/Workshops.html IF your students or clients can benefit from any of our "Self Empowerment" workshops give me a call or an e-mail Bernard D. Miller 267-679-0100 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- It is with great pleasure that The Merchants Fund announces the availability of $500,000 for ReStore Retail Incentive Grants. * Grants must have at least two primary partners: a community not-for-profit who will act as the grant and project manager and a future or current retail business owner. New ventures and existing businesses are welcome to apply. * The goal is to upgrade or establish high quality retail in the neighborhoods of Philadelphia. Identified businesses should fulfill neighborhood development plans. Businesses must be located adjacent to or on a commercial corridor. * It is anticipated that 10 grants of $50,000 each will be made. Grants will pay for capital improvements necessary to fit out a retail space for the identified business. Requests for operating or working capital will not be considered. Grants will be very competitive and are last dollar funds. Partners will have to demonstrate the ability to fund the entire project from start to finish including the Incentive Grant. Timeline: * Proposals Due On Friday, February 27th * Decisions within two to three weeks based on response volume ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Student Achievement and Learning & Leadership Grants NEA Foundation Accepting Applications for Student Achievement and Learning & Leadership Grants Programs Deadline: October 15, 2009 The NEA Foundation (http://www.neafoundation.org/) supports a variety of efforts by teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to improve student learning in public schools, colleges, and universities across the United States. The foundation is accepting applications for the following grant programs: The Learning & Leadership Grants program provides opportunities for teachers, education support professionals, and higher education faculty and staff to engage in high-quality professional development and lead their colleagues in professional growth. Grants to individuals fund participation in professional development experiences such as summer institutes and action research. Grants to groups fund collegial study, including study groups, action research, lesson study, and mentoring experiences for faculty or staff new to an assignment. The grant amount is $2,000 for individuals and $5,000 for groups. The Student Achievement Grants program provides grants of $5,000 each to improve the academic achievement of students by engaging in critical thinking and problem solving that deepen knowledge of standards-based subject matter. The work should also improve students’ habits of inquiry, self-directed learning, and critical reflection. Proposals for work resulting in low-income and minority student success with honors, advanced placement, and other challenging curricula are particularly encouraged. Grant funds may be used for resource materials, supplies, equipment, transportation, software, and scholars-in-residence. Applicants must be practicing U.S. public school teachers in grades K-12, public school education support professionals, or faculty and staff at public higher education institutions. Visit the NEA Foundation Web site for complete grant program information. RFP Link: http://fconline.foundationcenter.org/pnd/15016125/neafdn For additional RFPs in Education, visit: http://foundationcenter.org/pnd/rfp/cat_education.jhtml ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Quality of Life Grant Through the Quality of Life Grant program, families that care for children and adults
with autism and other special needs may receive funding to offset their enormous
financial burdens. These grants provide families with stipends that may be used for a
wide variety of supports related to their family member. To apply for funds http://www.neighborheart.org/grants.asp SpotLight ON OUR EFFORTS When Activist, attorney, NAACP president Cecil B. Moore elected to launch an assault
on the segregated institution of Girard College in ARTS FOR AWARENESS SECOND SATURDAYS at SERENITY
An Afternoon of Poetry Every second Saturday of the month from 1 – 3 PM A FREE EVENT! Open Mike! Serenity Inspirational Gifts & Coffee 140 So. Easton Rd. Glenside, PA 215.884.4342 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- “Panoramic Poetry” is EVERY 2nd & 3rd Friday of the Month YOU MUST request to
read, it is a Feature ONLY List Poetry Set Where: “OCTOBER GALLERY” – 701 Market Street Bldg., on the 3rd Floor. “Ross
Dept. Store” on Market St. Level. Mellon Center Bldg. This is Cheyney University’s
Center City Campus. Room # 319... Please enter from Market Street or 8th Street Side
entrance. When: Every 2nd and 3rd Friday What: “PANORAMIC POETRY” - POETS doing their thing – LYRICAL SPIRITS getting down. www.arttvnetwork.com {To view Previous Performances} PanoramicPoetry@OctoberGallery.com ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Community Of Compassion CDC
62nd Street and Cedar Avenue Presents Arts & Crafts like you’ve never seen it! Stampin’ up Craft Workshop
Hosted by Monica Williams
The workshop includes: · Creating Handbags, Jewelry · Embroidery · Greeting Cards for family & friends · The use of various stamping techniques that will challenge your creative side Invite your neighbors, family and friends
To sign up for these sessions Contact Monica at 302.373.2813 Bro. Brahin Ahmaddiya 215.514.5535 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Jus’ Words at Dowlings Place
1310 No. Broad St. Phila Every Thurs. 9pm to 1am · Poets · Rappers · Singers · Spoken Word Artists $5.00 cover COMING UP International Women's Day March 8, 2009 marks the 101st anniversary of
International
Women's Day. A dynamic coalition of women representing a number of diverse communities has come together to plan these events: SAVE THE DATE OF THURSDAY, MARCH 5! At 10 AM, in City Hall, Room 400, City Council will present a resolution in honor of International Women's Day, and we will have a reception afterwards. SAVE THE DATE OF SUNDAY, MARCH 8! At 12 Noon, we will rally at City Hall, march down Broad Street with banners, signs, songs and chants, and continue the program with our afternoon Speakout and Cultural Performances, at 260 South Broad Street. Also, we are compiling a calendar for Women's Herstory Month. Is your organization planning a program you would like listed in the calendar? If so, let us know! For more information email: iwdphiladelphia@yahoo.com ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Community-Campus Partnerships for Health (CCPH) is cosponsoring this institute and we encourage your participation! INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP INSTITUTE "Reciprocal Partnerships: Transforming Higher Education and Community for the Future" May 18 & 19, 2009; Portland, Oregon Registration: $200 CALL for Proposals and REGISTRATION: www.pdx.edu/cae/partnership.html Proposals due: March 9, 2009 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 5th Annual Leadership Success Conference and Seminar at Sea Relax and unwind while enjoying new destinations in the company of old and new
friends. Attend workshops especially designed to meet your needs and interests. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- IMMIGRATION QUESTIONS? SAVE THE DATES Citizenship Days – pro bono Immigration attorneys will be on hand to assist in the preparation of naturalization applications and fee waivers Philadelphia and State College – Saturday April 18th Allentown – Sunday April 19th PICC's First State Lobby Day will be May 5th, in Harrisburg. Pennsylvania Immigration & Citizenship Coalition 2100 Arch Street, 7th Floor Philadelphia, PA 19103 215-832-0636 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Legs Against Arms III 5K race and celebration aims to reduce violence On April 26th, Physicians for Social Responsibility will host Legs Against Arms III, a 5K Run/Walk, to strengthen legs while opposing illegal handguns in our city. Individuals, families and teams are encouraged to participate as activists and advocates for a future filled with hope, not harm. Trish McDermott was murdered in 2005 and her family wanted to celebrate her life, rather than her traumatic death. PSR and Team Trish invite you to get a team together to honor and celebrate the life of a loved one lost to violence while supporting PSR’s work to reduce violence in Philadelphia. The largest team will receive the Team Trish Award in her honor. Registration for the event starts at 7am at La Salle University. The race begins at 8:30am, followed by a celebration of youth, which is free for all. For more details or to register, click HERE, or email or call Kate at 215-765-8703. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- COMPUTERS & TECHNOLOGY
USED ELECTRONICS DRIVE - Ethical Recycling DATE: Saturday & Sunday, March 28 & 29 (rain or shine) TIME: 11am 3pm PLACE: Cedarbrook Middle School 300 Longfellow Road, Wyncote, PA COST: $1.00 per pound (ethical recycling fee) CONTACT: sarah@ttfwatershed.org, 215.208.1613 Nothing we collect will be tipped into landfills, incinerated as solid waste, or dumped in developing countries! WE WILL ACCEPT: Televisions, Computers, Monitors, Keyboards, Drives, Cables, Cords, Peripherals, Fax Machines, Scanners, Laptops, Stereo Equipment, Speakers, CD & DVD Players, Telephones, Remote Controls, VCR's, Projectors, Digital Cameras, PDAs, Speakers, Radios, Answering Machines, Camcorders, Electric Typewriters, Video Game Systems, Pagers, Microwaves, Toasters, USB Media, Magnetic Media,Zip Disks, Audio Tapes, Floppy Diskettes, Ink Cartridges, etc. This event is part of Christopher Swain¹s TOXTOUR, an environmental education campaign designed to improve the health of our oceans and our world. ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Free Computer Lab WorkshopsIn our workshops, adults and teens will learn to use the mouse and keyboard like a pro. You can create a free email account, practice searching the web for the information or recreation, fill out online job applications, and receive practical advice from a live instructor. Lucien E. Blackwell West Philadelphia Regional Library 125 So. 52nd Street Philadelphia, PA 215.685.7420 For more information, visit our website at www.freelibrary.org ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Free Online Computer InstructionSee ‘Archives’ at www.Ustream.tv/channel/cbm-tv Free Computers For Schools A HAND UP! IT’S HERE!! Our new group A HAND UP! Is now open, please go to: In response to the needs of many grassroots organizations for the basic tools to implement and sustain their ideas and projects, The Coalition, Inc. members have come together to establish a network to facilitate the distribution/re-distribution of unwanted, unneeded, surplus and even repairable items for recycling. · If you have office supplies, electronics, office furniture, you are updating, or no longer use, free up that space by offering them to someone who can get good use from it. · If you have office space you do not have an immediate use for, offer it to home-based organizations for a few hours a week as a meeting place. · If you have special skills such as grant/proposal writing, website design/maintenance, or computer skills, please Contact Us share your expertise and educate others. · If your organization offers aid to the less fortunate such as meals, clothing, resume' writing, job search, SAT/LSAT coaching, GED classes, scholarship help etc., share it Here To join The Coalition go to: www.TheCoalitionInc.org and download a copy of the Pledge of Commitment and return it to us The.Pa.Coalition@gmail.com Those in need of particular equipment, furnishings or supplies are encouraged to join to this group (A HAND UP!) to inquire if others are able to assist. Any group or individual may make donations, but individuals who wish to request donations must do so through a member organization. Organizations are encouraged to post notices of ongoing or special community service programs that are open to the public i.e. Food Banks; seasonal clothing/toys; fuel programs, etc. To post: Mail To: You may also offer or make requests anonymously through the group moderators who will arrange pick up/delivery via a third party. If you wish to assist others by making transportation available for pickups or deliveries, please let a group moderator know. To join: A Hand Up! Free Taxes Prepared Masjid Muhammad (AIM-PSC) 414 East Penn St Philadelphia, PA 19144 Saturdays – 10 A.M – 2 P. M. January 24 – April 18, 2009
More details: The Coalition, Inc. Group For More Information Call 215-350-1570 ----- Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Remember to support The Coalition, Inc.’s on-air personalities… NEW TIME! Straight Up WORD with Dr. John Elliott Churchville, Senior Pastor of The Liberation Fellowship Church
of Jesus, on WNWR 1540 AM, Sundays at 9:30am. Dr. Churchville will explore the Holy Scriptures verse by verse for
your spiritual and practical edification, and “...liberation of the oppressed, and social justice for the poor.” WELCOME BACK! Civil Alert World with Brother Sabir Bey Saturdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm on WNJC 1360 AM.
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