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News From
The Coalition, Inc. |
Friday 04 December 2009 |
Volume 4, Number 18 |
The Coalition, Inc. Board of
Directors Gary R. Adams (President/CEO),
John E. Churchville (Treasurer),
Yvonne Haughton (Exec.
Secretary), Members: Josephine Blow, Stanley Daniels,
Edwin Desamour, Nijah Famous,
Kendall Hayes-Fullard, Tom
‘Bunny’ Henry, Abdul Malik
Raheem Table of content For Our Children … This Week … Employment and Training
Opportunities … Health Matters … Green Piece … Grants, Scholarships &
Instruction… SpotLight … Arts for Awareness … Coming Up … Computers and Technology … A Hand Up … On The Airways … Page 02 If this publication is being
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and quietly being filled. The
trick is, knowing how to tip
ourselves over and let the
beautiful stuff out. - Ray
Bradbury Page 05 I don't really look at myself
as the kind of person who
craves attention, but I've
never been to therapy so
there's probably a lot of
stuff about myself that I
don't know.
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the.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 06 "Peace comes within the souls of people when th ey realize their onenes s with the universe." - -Black Elk (1863-195?) JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go to:
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the.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 07 Courage and perseverance have a
magical talisman, before which
difficulties disappear and obstacles
vanish into air.John Quincy Adams JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 08 A lady was picking through
the frozen turkeys at the
grocery store, but couldn't
find one big enough for her
family. She asked a stock
boy, "Do these turkeys get
any bigger?" The stock boy
replied, "No ma'am, they're
dead." Page 09 For the Lexophiliacs Santa's helpers are
subordinate clauses. (We are ignoring the many
requests that this feature
be discontinued. Please
stop writing in.) Page 10 Just before Christmas, an
honest politician, a
generous lawyer and Santa
Claus were riding in the
elevator of a very posh
hotel. Just before the doors
opened they all noticed a
$20 bill lying on the floor.
Which one picked it up?
Santa of course, because
the other two don't exist! (Thanks Ron Paige for this submission) Submit your own humor, and let our
readers know how funny you can be.
We obviously need the help. ; )(Family
appropriate) JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 11 Difficulties strengthen the mind,
as well as labor does the body.-
Seneca Coalition members! Get ‘Your’web
linkon The Coalition, Inc. web site Page 12 I am convinced that life is
10% what happens to me
and 90% how I react to it. -
Scipio Africanus The Raw Family Newsletter JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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relevant quote, why not
share it with our readers.
send to
The.Pa.Coalition@gmail.com We will credit you with thesubmission. Page 14 No one can make you feel inferior
without your consent. -- Eleanor
Roosevelt. Page 15 JOIN THE COALITION, INC! To join The Coalition go
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usthe.pa.coalition@gmail.com Page 16 John invited his mother
over for dinner. During the
meal, his mother couldn't
help noticing how beautiful
John's roommate was. She
had long been suspicious
of a relationship between
John and his roommate,
and this only made her
more curious. Over the
course of the evening,
while watching the two
interact, she started to
wonder if there was more
between John and the
roommate than met the
eye. Reading his mom's
thoughts, John
volunteered, "I know what
you must be thinking, but I
assure you, Julie and I are
just roommates." About a
week later, Julie came to
John and said, "Ever since
your mother came to
dinner, I've been unable to
find the beautiful silver
gravy ladle. You don't
suppose she took it, do
you?" John said, "Well, I
doubt it, but I'll write her a
letter just to be sure." So
he sat down and wrote
"Dear Mother, I'm not
saying you did take a gravy
ladle from my house, and
I'm not saying you did not
take a gravy ladle. But the
fact remains that one has
been missing ever since
you were here for dinner."
Several days later, John
received a letter from his
mother which read: "Dear
Son, I'm not saying that you
do sleep with Julie, and I'm
not saying that you do not
sleep with Julie. But the
fact remains that if she was
sleeping in her own bed,
she would have found the
gravy ladle by now. Love,
Mom." Lesson of the
day...Don't Lie To Your
Mother. (Thank you Grant
Linkletter) Page 17 Hereeeeeeeeeeeeees... Kathy’s
Korner! I was sitting in the waiting
room of the hospital after
my wife had gone into
labour and the nurse
walked out and said to the
man sitting next to me,
"Congratulations sir,
you're the new father of
twins!" page 18 Do you remember this guy? I go from stool to stool in singles
bars hoping to get lucky, but
there's never any gum under any of
them. page 19 When you are arguing with a fool,
make sure he isn't doing the same
thing. Unknown page 20 Yes, being over 50 does have its
advantages... 1. Kidnappers are not very
interested in you. Page 21 One day a girl brings home her
boyfriend and tells her father she
wants to marry him. After talking
to him for while, he tells his
daughter she can't do it because
he's her half brother. The same
problem happens again four more
times! The girl starts to get pissed
off. She goes to her mom and says,
"Mom... What have you been doing
all your life? Dad's been
womanizing all over town and now
I can't marry any of the five guys I
like because they have turned out
to be my half brothers!!!" Her mom replies, "Don't worry
darling, you can marry any one of
them you want, he isn't really your
dad." Page 22 We have also arranged
things so that almost no
one understands science
and technology. This is a
prescription for disaster.
We might get away with it
for a while, but sooner or
later this combustible
mixture of ignorance and
power is going to blow up
in our faces. Page 23 Really Tiger, you couldn’t
afford a 2nd phone?
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received by noon, the Monday prior
to desired publish date. Page 24 In the true spirit of
brotherhood, if you should
ever need anything…
anything at all, please feel
free to ask someone else.
Unknown Word Of The Week facetious \fuh-SEE-shuhs\: Given to
jesting; playfully jocular; Amusing;
intended to be humorous; not serious. |
Greetings Coalition Family! Hey! We’re back! Lots of stuff going on as we close out this decade. Keep up the great work and stick to the plan, it will work! For those of you who are linking up with the efforts of other groups doing the same work, congratulations! For those who have not yet figured it out, get you head out of the sand and get with the program! We are looking forward to meeting with more of you this year, please email or call to have a member of The Coalition at your meeting or event. Strive that your actions day by day may be beautiful prayers. Turn towards God,
and seek always to do that which is right and noble. Enrich the poor, raise the
fallen, comfort the sorrowful, bring healing to the sick, reassure the fearful, rescue the oppressed, bring hope to the hopeless, shelter the destitute!
‘Abdu’l-Bahá FOR OUR CHILDREN
“It is easier to build children than it is to repair men.”…Frederick Douglass CAMPHOR MEMORIAL UNITED METHODIST WOMEN HOST HOLIDAY TOY DRIVE AND BAZAAR Annual Holiday Toy Drive and Bazaar expected to collect a hundred toys and needed items for West Philadelphia shelter in need Philadelphia, PA- Once again, United Methodist Women will collect toys for children for a West Philadelphia shelter. This year's Holiday Toy Drive will take place on Sunday, December 6th 11am to 4pm at Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church Community Hall. This year will feature a bazaar and dinner sale to help with the goal of collecting 100 toys and needed items for the shelter. "Each year we collect toys for children in our communities who are in need. This drive generates the support of people of all ages and I am always amazed at their generosity," said Kym. It is this enthusiasm and selfless giving that brings supporters back each year. The toy drive energizes each and every one seeing all the toys collected that will end up in the hands of deserving children. The United Methodist Women are very appreciative of everyone's generosity of time and resources to make this Toy Drive happen every holiday season. Everyone is encouraged to visit Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church Community Hall and remember to bring a new, unwrapped toy or monetary contribution. For further information, please call Kym Oglesby, Camphor Memorial United Methodist Church at Ph:215-747-2600 or Email: secretary@camphormemorial.org. About Camphor Memorial United Methodist Women The organization of United Methodist Women seeks to know God and to make life better for women, children, youth and marginalized neighbors in the ever-expanding global village of today's world. This includes individual growth, spiritual enrichment, education for mission, social issues awareness, leadership development, schools and workshops, and financial support for mission programs and projects throughout the U.S. and around the world. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Help For Parents With School-Age Children Are you a parent, relative, or health care professional with any of the following scenarios? * Not too sure how to register child for Kindergarten or Head Start. * Trying to decide on what type of school best fits a child's needs. Public or Charter or Magnet or Catholic? * Want to get a child motivate and focused on college. * Want to get child back in school after taking a leave, but don't know what options there are for out-of-school youth. * Child being bullied in school and don't know what to do. * Child not doing well in school and may have a learning difference. On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Education parent handout http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/parent_handouts/education.html and the Resource tab http://www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia/resources.html there are resources in the community to help advocates for children find help for their child's educational needs. Please become familiar with the listed resources and continue to bridge the gap between families in need and the agencies and resources that serve them. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- The Food stamp program under the new stimulus package is now called the SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition
Assistance Program). Did you know? Eligibility for SNAP benefits changed so many more families in food insecure households are now eligible. On the www.cap4kids.org/philadelphia website, under the Food and Nutrition parent handout, you will find several organizations who can help families find out if they are eligible. Also, on the COMPASS website they can apply for these benefits and many others. For more info you can also go to http://www.dpw.state.pa.us/ServicesPrograms/FoodStamps/ Please continue to link families in need with the appropriate social services agencies that serve them through Cap4Kids. Thanks. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Online resources for parents: www.chestercountymoms.com,
www.germantownavenueparents.com, www.norristownmom.com. THIS WEEK Please join us for the 3rd annual benefit party for the Mill Creek Farm WHEN: Sunday, December 6, 2009, 3:00-7:00 pm WHERE: The First Unitarian Church of Philadelphia 2125 Chestnut Street Philadelphia, PA 19103 Celebrate our fourth growing season! Enjoy light food, drinks, live music from Three Stories Jazz Trio and Old Goats, silent auction and raffle featuring great gifts - artwork, crafts, gift certificates for yoga, local restaurants, bike repair, and more! Support Mill Creek Farm's efforts to improve local access to fresh produce, build a healthy community and environment, and promote a just and sustainable food system. Learn more about our work: education programs, growing and distributing fresh produce, and demonstrating ecological technologies. Childcare will be available. Tickets ($25+) will be available in advance on our website (Paypal) and at the door (cash/check). Check out more details on our website: www.millcreekurbanfarm.org Can't make it? You can still contribute here: DONATE Mill Creek Farm visit: 49th and Brown Streets email: millcreekfarm@resist.ca mail: 3451 Walnut Street, Suite P-117A Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19104-6205 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- The Peoplehood Pageant: A Proud Defiance Is This Saturday, December 5th! 1 PM at Clark Park Peoplehood Pageant 2007 Play a Role in the Pageant! No experience necessary! Small groups and individuals are invited to come to Clark Park as early as 10:00 AM but no later than 12 Noon. Groups of 15 or more should come between 11:45 AM and 12 Noon. Please contact Ted at 215-222-6979 if you are planning to participate in the pageant with a group. Be in the Peoplehood Band! Come to Clark Park at 10:00 AM and bring your horn, drum, or any other noise maker. As always, all are welcome. Watch a video from Peoplehood 2005 here! Join us on Facebook! Shop online with Good Shop and a donation will go to Spiral Q! Come join us in the Clark Park "dog-bowl" at 45th & Chester to experience the magic of giant puppets right here in Philadelphia! Bring your friends, family, and some hot cocoa. In case of rain, the pageant will still happen: check www.spiralq.org for an indoor location. Looking for Photographers and Videographers Do you love capturing magic on film? We would love for you to document the Peoplehood Pageant! Please call us at 215-222-6979! Thanks to the 200+ people who came out to the Peoplehood Parade! Can't wait to see you at the Peoplehood Pageant! xoxo, All the crew at Spiral Q Puppet Theater Spiral Q Puppet Theatre | 3114 Spring Garden Street | Philadelphia | PA | 19104 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- EMPLOYMENT AND TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES Green Jobs Training Program I am pleased to share with you a new program at Foundations, Inc. It is called the Green Jobs Training Program for 17-24 year olds who have not graduated and are not in school. I have attached the flyer and would ask that you please help spread the word. Thank you! Glenna M. Deekle, Associate Director Community Education Initiatives Foundations, Inc. 7157 Ogontz Avenue Philadelphia, PA 19138 215-424-5810 x205 ph 215-424-4121 fax Please consider the environment before printing my email. Every child deserves a first-rate education. Give today and help Foundations strengthen the educational opportunities for our nation's children. For details or to make a secure donation online, click here: http://www.foundationsinc.org/support-our-work HEALTH MATTERS 10 Good Reasons To Laugh For No Reason Laughter Is FUNdamental! 1. Laughter is a stress buster · It reduces the levels of stress hormones epinephrine and cortisol. 2. Laughter strengthens the immune system The immune system is important in maintaining good health by keeping infections, allergies and cancers at bay: · Recent research into the effects of laughter by Dr. Lee S. Berk, Professor at Loma Linda University, California,
USA, demonstrates that laughter will increase the count of natural killer cells (NK cells - a type of white cell) and
antibody levels. · Laughter therapy helps to increase antibodies (Immunoglobulin A) in the mucous of the nose and respiratory
passages. 3. Laughter is anti-ageing · It tones facial muscles and expressions. · Laughter causes an increase in blood supply to the face, which is why some people look flushed. This nourishes
the skin and makes it glow. · People look younger and more fun when they laugh! 4. Laughter is aerobic exercise Laughter stimulates heart and blood circulation and is equivalent to any other standard aerobic exercise. · Dr. William Fry, Standford University, USA claims one minute of laughter is equal to 10 minutes on the rowing
machine. · The singular benefit almost everybody derives is a sense of well-being because more oxygen is taken in during
laughter. · It is an exercise regime suitable for all, including people confined to a bed or a wheelchair. 5. Laughter is internal jogging Laughter massages internal organs by enhancing the blood supply and increasing their efficiency. This is especially good
for proper bowel movement. · Laughter exercises the abdominal muscles and helps to improve muscle tone. 6. Laughter is a Natural Pain Killer Laughter increases the levels of endorphins – the body’s natural pain killers. Norman Cousins, an American journalist
who was suffering from an incurable disease of the spine, benefited from laughter therapy in a situation when all
painkillers were ineffective. · Endorphins released as a result of laughter may help in reducing the intensity of pain in those suffering from
arthritis, spondylitis and muscular spasms of the body. 7. Laughter can control high blood pressure Laughter helps to control blood pressure by reducing the release of stress-related hormones. · Experiments have demonstrated that a 10-minute laughter session leads to a reduction of 10-20 mm in blood
pressure. This however does not mean that patients taking 2-3 tablets for blood pressure every day will be completely
cured. 8. Laughter can help dump depression and anxiety The stress and strain of modern life takes a heavy toll on the human mind and body. · Better sleep · Reduced depression. Some people claim they can manage without prescribed anti-depressant pills and
tranquillizers. 9. Laughter Alleviates Bronchitis and Asthma Laughter improves lung capacity and oxygen levels in the blood. · Laughter Club members report a marked reduction in the frequency of asthma attacks. 10. Laughter just makes you feel good Laugh and the world laughs with you. How you react to life is up to you. Live life laughing! Source: Melanie Galioto @ 215-570-4644 Email: laugh@laughyourselfphilly.com Visit: www.laughyourselfphilly.com ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Get Fresh! Volunteer with Philabundance Fresh for All You recycle out the wazoo and consider yourself consigliore of the enviro-sack mafia. Hence, a cause you can believe in: Philabundance wants to fill those ubiquitous bags with produce through its new Fresh for All program. And you can help by volunteering. The nonprofit hands out perishables at six sites in the Delaware Valley — where nutritious diet staples are hard to come by, especially in tough times. With a minimum three-hour commitment, you’ll keep busy. Help with admin, approve clients, or do community outreach (posting mailings, making phone calls). Looking for something physical? Take food to sites, divide apples, and dole out the goods. You’ll be doing a major part to help people get the fruits and veggies they need. And that’s a green movement to be proud of. To participate in Fresh for All, contact Tunisia Garnett (215-339-0900 ext. 238 or
For more information, go to www.philabundance.org ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Tips for making oatmeal appealing to kids http://advision.webevents.yahoo.com/mompowergroup/ ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- GREEN PIECE How do we bring up ALL people through the movement to build a more Sustainable City? There are some starter ideas FYI (For Your Inspiration) below.
Environmental Justice Videos 1. Van Jones at GreenFest 2007 in Chicago: http://link.brightcove.com/services/player/bcpid901003925?bclid=900600164&bctid=895238457 2. Majora Carter – “Greening the Ghetto” : http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/53
Free E-Newsletters 1. Public Education Network e-newsletter (Nice resources.): http://www.publiceducation.org/newsblast_current.asp 2. Next Great City e-Newsletter (Lots of events): www.nextgreatcity.org 3. Philadelphia Higher Education Network for Neighborhood Development (PHENND) e-newsletter (Just awesome!): http://phennd.communishare.org
Philadelphia Initiatives 1. City of Philadelphia Going Green: http://www.phila.gov/green/index.html 2. East Coast Greenway Pennsylvania: http://www.greenway.org/gw-pa.htm 3. Greater Philadelphia Environmental Network: http://www.gpen.org/ 4. Next Great City Initiative: http://www.nextgreatcity.com/ 5. Urban Green Partnership: http://urbangreenpartnership.org/what-is-green/ 6. Urban Sustainability Forum: http://www.sustainablephiladelphia.com/index.html 7. SustainLane City Rankings: http://www.sustainlane.com/us-city-rankings/overview.jsp
Other The National Religious 1. Partnership for the Environment http://www.nrpe.org/ 2. PennFuture: http://www.pennfuture.org/ 3. PennEnvironment: http://www.pennenvironment.org/ 4. The Pennsylvania Environmental Council www.pecpa.org ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- ?Weavers Way #5 plastics recycling resumes Fellow Recyclers, Weavers Way collection of #5 plastics, which are not included in the City’s recycling
program, will be on the 3rd Saturday of each month: November 21, and December
19. The program will skip January and resume in February. The collections take place at the co-op's garage, at 542 Carpenter Lane, which is across the street and a bit further down the block from the Big Blue Marble
bookstore. Please note that we need volunteers to keep this project going. (Weavers Way
members can get work credit for helping us; work shifts are available on co-op's the
online calendar.) The #5 category includes yogurt cups, sour cream containers, hummus tubs, some
medicine bottles, and more. Your recyclables must be clean and dry to be accepted.
Check to make sure there are no other materials (paper, screws, other number
plastics) on the items you bring in. Impurities of any kind compromise the recycling
process and usually lead to the discarding of an entire batch. Exclude any lids
unless they are clearly marked #5. (Most lids from #5 containers are #4 plastic, but
this is not always the case.) We ask recyclers for a small donation to cover postage costs of mailing the
recyclables to the Gimme 5 processing facility in New York. Before bringing your #5s to the collection, be sure that they meet the requirements
for Gimme 5: All items must be CLEAN and DRY. If they contained food or any oily or dirty
product, make sure they have been washed, not just rinsed. Items stacked when wet
tend to stay wet, so allow washed items to dry fully before stacking or packing. The #5 stamp needs to be visible on each item. Lids are separate items. Don’t
assume lids are the same number plastic as the container; sometimes they are but
usually they are not. Check to make sure there are no other materials (labels, paper,
other number plastics, metal) on the items you bring in. Brita filters are also welcome! Let them air dry for several days to make sure they
are completely dry. We'll see you soon! Carolyn, Helen, Priscilla and Stevik of the Weavers Way Environment Committee ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Recycling Services Inc. in Pottstown takes styrofoam on Saturday and Tuesday mornings. http://www.recyclingservices.org/ ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- For sustainable enterprise go to Green Jobs Phillyhttp://www.greenjobsphilly.org/news GRANTS, SCHOLARSHIPS & INSTRUCTION HIV/AIDS Prevention Workshop Workshop Summary
developing cost-effective and culturally-relevant communication strategies; and
then show session attendees how to apply these learnings to their own HIV/AIDS
testing programs, prevention services and outreach efforts.
providers develop innovative and effective messages and services targeted to
minority audiences.
The environmental context, peer group dynamics and social interactions that
influence sexual behaviors; How service providers can be more culturally aware, and increase the effectiveness
of their outreach, media and materials; and Strategies for attracting the hardest-to-reach audiences to HIV-prevention, testing
and treatment programs. For more information on other workshops and schedules visit their website To inquire about a MEE Workshop at Your Organization call 215.829.4920 or Email here ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- At- Risk Youth
Annie E. Casey Foundation A private charitable organization dedicated to helping build better futures for disadvantaged children in the United States. The foundation offers community-focused grants. The site also has several publications. Provides funding to both 501(c)(3) and local/state government. Organizations wishing to send a proposal to the Foundation should submit a letter of no more than three pages explaining the organization and its project and how the money will be used. Send the letters to: The AEC Foundation; Attn: Office of the President; 701 Saint Paul St.; Baltimore, MD 21202. Phone: 410-547-6600 ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AOL Time Warner Foundation
http://aoltimewarnerfoundation.org The AOL Time Warner Foundation is dedicated to using the power of media, communications and information technology to serve the public interest and strengthen society. However, rather than simply providing grant monies or funding unsolicited requests, the foundation prefers to enter into sustainable strategic partnerships with organizations that have a demonstrated commitment to pioneering innovative ways of meeting four priorities: Equipping kids for the 21st century; Extending Internet benefits to all; Engaging communities in the arts; and Empowering citizens and civic participation. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- AT&T Foundation
The AT&T Foundation seeks to educate, enrich, engage, and empower the communities served by AT&T. The Foundation's funding areas are education, civic and community service, and arts and culture. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Beaumont Foundation
http://www.bmtfoundation.com/grants/ The Beaumont Foundation of America (BFA), a non-profit philanthropic organization, is dedicated to the enriching the lives of individuals by providing technology to historically underserved schools and communities. The foundation believes technologies are essential tools for progress in the 21st century, and that given access to digital information, people will have an equal opportunity to advance socially, economically and intellectually. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 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! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- NIH Summer Institute on Community-Based Participatory Research The National Institutes of Health has announced the 2nd summer institute. We are thrilled to see that the organizers have
responded to Community-Campus Partnerships for Health’s (CCPH) comments on last year's summer institute. When the 1st NIH institute on CBPR was announced, CCPH expressed concern about its exclusive focus on academic
researchers. In CBPR, the community is involved at the very start of the research, so it was incongruent that the institute did not include the community partners or acknowledge the possibility of a
community partner as a principal investigator or co-PI. This summer's institute has been designed for community-academic partner teams (see below for details). CCPH has successfully implemented community-academic partner team-based model of CBPR training: http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/pdf_files/2005CBPRInstituteApp3-25.pdf and http://depts.washington.edu/ccph/pdf_files/2005%20Summer%20Institute%20Agenda.pdf The training curriculum, "Developing and Sustaining CBPR Partnerships" is available online at www.cbprcurriculum.info. If you're interested in bringing a CBPR training workshop or institute to your location, contact CCPH senior consultant Rachel Vaughn at sliccph@mcw.edu for more information. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Banta Company Foundation
The Banta Company Foundation provides funding for at-risk youth and delinquency prevention initiatives. The funds can be used for equipment, general/operating expenses, seed money, program development, as well as other areas. For more information please contact: Banta Company Foundation; 225 Main Street; PO Box 8003; Menasha,WI 54952-8003. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Best Buy Children's Foundation
http://communications.bestbuy.com/communityrelations/ The mission of the Best Buy Children's Foundation is to improve the lives of youth aged 5 - 18 in communities where Best Buy maintains a business presence. The Foundation awards grants to nonprofit organizations with innovative approaches to developing life skills in young people through education, mentoring, and leadership development. Funds can be used for: program development; direct project support; specific curriculum development; and scholarship aid for participants in life skills or mentoring programs. The Foundation typically awards grants ranging from $2000 - $10,000 to nonprofits. ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Healthy Community Outreach Program
will be granted to nonprofit organizations to support grassroots efforts which increase awareness on critical health initiatives through health walks, health fairs and health education outreach. Grants up to $25,000 will be considered. Please provide all levels of event sponsorships on your application. Nonprofit organizations with evidence of IRS 501(c)(3) designation or de facto tax-exempt status may apply for a grant, with the following exceptions: advertising; capital campaigns; grants or scholarships to individuals; multiyear requests; political causes and events; or religious organizations in support of their sacramental or theological functions. http://www.aetna.com/foundation/grants_reg/guidelines.html>Awards Ongoing Deadline ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Ben and Jerry's Foundation
Ben and Jerry's Foundation has no specific program areas. The Foundation seeks projects that lead to societal change or address the root causes of problems. The Foundation awards grants ranging in amount from $1,000 to $15,000. Applicants must submit a letter of interest at any time during the year. http://www.benjerry.com/foundation/index.html ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- 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! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- SpotLight On Our Efforts THE HACTORY Recycled Electronics Jewelry Workshop: back by Popular Demand! Saturday, December 5th 1:00-5:00pm Nonprofit Technology Resources 1524 Brandywine Street 19130 (off 15th/Spring Garden) Limited Free parking By popular demand, The Hacktory again offers its fun and unique Recycled Electronics Jewelry workshop, on Saturday, December 5 from 1:00-5:00pm. Perfect timing for making cool holiday gifts on a budget! The Hacktory's mission is to promote new ways of combining art and technology and recycling, so we created the Recycled Electronic Jewelry Workshop. Our summer workshop was sold out--everyone loved making and taking home their amazing-looking creations! We'll be teaching basic jewelry-making concepts to people of all skill and age levels (10 years old and up), including design ideas, basic soldering and assembly skills, and how to identify materials for creating your own jewelry and small sculpture. This workshop adds beauty and interest to the world by reclaiming and recycling things that would typically end up in our growing landfills. It's also great fun and sparks creativity in all who participate. The cost to participate is only $20, which includes all supplies and materials including basic jewelry parts and a nice selection of awesome-looking retro electronic components for making your own creations. www.thehacktory.org - to reserve your seat today for this exciting workshop at The Hacktory! (Last workshop sold out, so don't delay.)
ARTS FOR AWARENESS True Freedom: None Are Free Until All Are Free! by Makeda Dread Cheatom All my life, I was searching for freedom. When I was young, I tossed and turned in
my sleep over freedom. I realized that as an African American, I had very little
freedom in this country. On TV, I saw a youth from Chicago, Emmett Till, being
murdered for “whistling at a white woman.” School and church bombings and the
murders of civil rights workers were also abundant at that time. Andrew Goodman,
Michael Schwerner and James Chaney, the young men who were lynched for
registering black people in the South to vote brought big media attention, later
inspiring a film called, Mississippi Burning. The fact that black people could not vote
blew me away. Then came the assassinations of Martin Luther King and Malcolm
X—how could I ever think I was free? Makeda Dread Cheatom is a radio and television personality and is the Executive
Director of the WorldBeat Cultural Center, a non-profit organization that is healing
the world through music, art, dance, technology and culture. Contact her at
Makeda@worldbeatcenter.org or learn more at www.worldbeatcenter.org,
www.worldbeatglobal.ne t, or http://www.oneworldreggae.com/ ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘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 COMING UP Cocktails and Conversations American Pub, Centre Square Friday, Dec. 11, 2009 Wanted: Mature Adults seeking to combine business and social networking with happy hour specials, good music and delicious food. You must be serious about meeting new people, exploring new venues and establishing collaborations. Qualifications: · Be able to communicate and interact with mature adults. · Display appropriate and professional appearance. · Exhibit mental and emotional attitude. · Open to new ideas and opportunities You will be invited to join the most dynamic urban networkers in the Delaware Valley at The New American Pub, 15th and Market, Centre Square, Behind the Clothespin, down the escalator on Friday, December 11, 2009 from 5:30 – 8 pm (Happy hour drinks specials from 5:30 – 7:30pm) Admission by rsvp. Contact Professional Networking Associates at 267-303-0653 or online at www.theconnectornetwork.com/americanpub ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- * * * Outside PA * * * WHAT: The Healer's Sweat WHY: Healers Need Healing Too ~ Be Energized Be Renewed All Wholistic Health Practitioners are Invited! WHEN: Every Third Friday, 8:30pm - 11:30pm December 16th WHERE: Lake Claire Community Land Trust 317 Nelms Avenue; S.E. Atlanta,GA 30307 Facilitated by: Robert Pue, Sun Glazer & Reflexogist DETAILS Both men and women practitioners are invited to attend. Please wear loose fitting clothing (men may wear shorts and ladies may wear long sarong style dresses). Please also bring with you a bottle of water and at least two towels. To get the most out of the sweat, it's good to eliminate or reduce your intake of the following foods at least three days before the sweat and increase your water consumption. This will allow you to withstand more heat and detoxify at a higher level. Meat Starchy foods Bread Cheese Pasta Rice Potatoes $10 Love Offering ABOUT Lake Claire Sweat Lodge it's a green urban oasis in the heart of the city, now home to The Healer's Sweat. DIRECTIONS I-20 exit Moreland Avenue North - R- Mc Clendon Avenue go thru four traffic lights - R – Nelm Avenue, parking is available on the street. If you are a hands-on practitioner and would like to provide services at the Sweat, let us know. Reservations are strongly suggested but not required, call 404. 890 6564 or 770.621 5056 or email us here at bvsga@yahoo.com, see you there! SPONSORED BY Candles Created & The Black Vegetarian Society of Georgia ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- COMPUTERS AND TECHNOLOGY A HAND UP! IT’S HERE!! Our 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. To join: A Hand Up! ----- Coalition members! Activate ‘Your’web link on The Coalition, Inc. web site ----- Remember to support The Coalition, Inc.’s on-air personalities… 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.” Civil Alert World with Brother Sabir Bey Saturdays 5:30pm to 6:30pm on WNJC 1360 AM. Also listen in on
WKDU 91.7 AM Friday, 12am to 3am Sister Phile Chionesu, organizer of the Million Woman March, “Nu Day Resurrection and Liberation" Show LIVE each Saturday evening 10:30 PM--12:00 midnight EST. "NU Day" is heard in Philly and, worldwide, through the internet at: www.blogtalkradio.com/empresschi Or you can tune in via podcast at 646-652-2232 Call in and give your thoughts, comments, opinions at 1-646-652-2232 or send an instant message tomwmsistahood@aol.comto chat on line. |
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